First things first….in case you’re bored already and need yet another project, I finished the glass ball wreath that Eddie Ross featured on his blog awhile back. These were after-Christmas purchases and it took a total of about 80 balls to make the wreath and cost just under $20. Of course, next year, I’ll add a pretty ribbon and find the perfect spot to hang it. For instructions, go here. Mine is not as perfect as Eddie’s, but I’m happy with it.
And now, on to vacuum cleaners…..
Can you love a vacuum cleaner? Well, if you can, then I love my new vacuum cleaner! After more than 15 years of service, my old upright Hoover pooped out on me a couple of weeks ago, so I was in the market for a new one. I decided this time around, I’d go for a bagless Hepa-filtered one and spotted an ad in Tuesday AM for a Bissell. Made sure to get there soon after they opened and they had plenty of them in stock for around $85. Deciding on a new vacuum cleaner is not an easy task as I quickly found out by doing a search online of cleaners with good ratings and decent prices. I didn’t want to spend a lot, under $100 would be fine with me if I could get a decent one for that price.
And let me tell you, this one does the trick. It really sucks! In a very good way. 12 Amps worth. It almost feels self-propelled as the sucking power is so much better than my old one, it practically zooms along in front of me. It has adjustments for bare floor and carpet and I love how the hose wand can be popped out very easily to do stairs and furniture. There’s even a stair attachment with its own moving beater bar. It’s a little heavier than my old Hoover, but that tells me the sucking power is greater. Dumping out the canister after a whole-house vacuum is really an eye-opener, as it was FULL of dust and dirt. So, I think I’m gonna be happy with this one. It’s a Bissell Total Floor, model 3990. After I brought it home, I looked it up online and found out it had mostly great reviews from everyone who has bought it and I got a great deal on it too.
How about you, do you love yours or want to trade it in?
What great colors you've used in your wreath! Glad you provided the link, too; I went there then to his Christmas tree post – gorgeous!
Glad you love your vac! lol! I live alone in a very small place and work long hours, so things don't need vacuuming much. I have a canister vac, but recently got a cordless broomstick-type vac from BB&B that I love and does the job for me. Quick and easy, upstairs and down.
Rhoda how did you make that wreath?? It’s beautiful! Yes, you can love a vacuum. I love my Dyson Animal…got it last Christmas…it was my from me to me gift.
Love the wreath! Too cute!
Same story different house….lots of dirt in the bagless bucket.
My new Bissel is red, though…I wish it had been 85…it was 159 at Costco….it’s a bit heavy to push but gits er done
I love the colors you used in your wreath! Beautiful. I made a wreath similar to yours and Eddie’s, but, I’m done for this year!!!
And yes I love my Dyson!!!
xoxo,
Cathleen
I chuckle at this post, and I’ll tell you why- I have been through 4vacume cleaners in 3 years!
I might have the worst luck on the planet with them. I finaly wound up with a Bissell 12 amp aswell. Possibly the same one you show here.
So far (knock on wood) my Bissell is working great!
One bit of advice though – I have my hubby shop-vacume the vacume and all its parts every now and then. I know that sounds silly “vacume the vacume” but if you want to keep it really “sucking” …(gosh that sounds funny) then maintainence is key!
Take it from a gal whos almost owned every vacume out there!
I have that very same model of vacum. I got mine at Home Depot. I love it too. And I am a but of a vacum snob. With as many kids and dogs as I have, I have to have one that really sucks! Glad you are enjoying as well.
It is very liberating (and gross) to see what is pulled from our carpet.
I am very much in love with mine…I got a Pink Dyson this time last year and I must say…it sucks too!!! LOL
I love to vacuum now!!
Hugs,
robin
Your wreath is gorgeous! I love the colors you used. Can’t wait to try my hand at this fun project from Eddie Ross.
I’m not loving my Hoover Wind Tunnel so much these days. I miss my old vacuum I bought from an Amway distributor. But I’m also missing the ones with the bags because I enhaled less dust taking out a bag than I do emptying the new canister versions we have now. I may have to try the new Dyson for getting around those corners easier. Or better yet, hire a cleaning person so I won’t have to ues it at all myself!
Your new wreath is quite a work of art, very pretty. I sure hope you enjoy vacuuming with your new Bissell, nothing like having a good one. For years I had an awful vacuum cleaner, but wouldn’t go get another because just didn’t know what kind to buy, so many to choose from. A friend encouraged me to get an Oreck, so I did. That was about 3 years ago and with my purchase it included a small vacuum canister great for small areas and a wonderful iron. I am happy because it does a wonderful job and is so lightweight and I hope to use it for many years.
Blessings to you and yours 2009-
I’ve never dared to buy an upright because I’m afraid they are too heavy to drag up the stairs……but maybe the sucking power makes it all worth while 🙂
Thanks for the tip!
I love my vacuum too…I have a Dyson and it is FANTASTIC! I gave my Hoover (?) to my mom and she hates it as much as I did… off to the garbage it goes!
Your wreath is beautiful! Happy New Year!
Hi Rhoda 🙂
I’m just now catching up myself… whew!
The wreath turned out beautiful!! Now I want to try it myself 🙂
I love my Dyson Animal vacuum, but I think having 3 dogs worth of hair is killing it LOL
Happy New Year sweet friend and thank you for making me feel so welcome here in Blogland from the very beginning 🙂
hugs,
rue
First off, your wreath is just amazing! So beautiful. 🙂
Second, glad you love your new vacuum so much. It will make using it such a pleasant experience! Mine is good, but I don’t use it that much since I mostly have wood floors throughout the house. Carpeting in all the bedrooms and a few area rugs here and there.
Have a blessed new year!
Ooo, your wreath is beautiful! I have mostly wood floors, so I bought a canister vac (Royal) last year. But I have to say that it is heavy, unwieldy and hard to maneuver in tight spots. I hate it. But then, I hate vacuuming anyway…
Have fun on your shopping expedition! Can’t wait to see all the goodies you get!
xoxo,
Mary
Yes, I absolutely love my vacuum, too! I have had a Dyson for the past 4 years and absolutely love it! I am amazed each time I vaccum to see just what all it manages to suck up in my house! I don’t know where it all comes from!
Glad you found one that you are happy with –and for such a great price, too!
BTW…I am loving that wreath, too! Love the frosted glass balls! Adorable!
Rhoda!!
I thought almost for sure yours was the vacuum my husband brought home for me last week, but it’s not. It is the Bissel Track Revolution. And yes I love it!! I can’t believe all the dog hair I have been sleeping and eating in. Yucko!! Make sure you “whistle while you Bissel” 😉
xoxo Janie
Take every appliance I own, but leave me my Dyson.
Love the wreath! Sounds like a fun project. Our Target here still had lots of their ornaments 75% off. Hmmmm….do I have time? Maybe.
Hugs!
Kat
Wowza! Love that wreath! I’m going to have to go back and look at Eddies instuctions!
Lovin a vac? Why not! I’ve had a Dyson animal for several years now…has a few new parts, but holding strong. And the sucker can really suck!