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Mini Retractable Tape Measure

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Video description: Karen tells you why she likes her mini retractable keychain. She shows you her tape measure, which has a black case with red cherries on it.

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It’s great to make everyday tasks and hobbies a bit lighter and safer. That’s what Karen loves her Mary Engelbreit mini retractable measuring tape with a pull tab – no risk of cutting a finger when it retracts and easy to keep with you. Of course, for others, a stiff tape measure might be the more accessible option. Shop what’s right for you! (We share links to the Mary Engelbreit version along with a less expensive Amazon version).

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Amazon (This is a similar, less-expensive version of the measuring tape from Amazon, but it has not been tested by Karen.)
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review by Karen

August 2024

How long I’ve been using this product: A few weeks
How often I use this product: Will use a couple times a month
My gut feeling: Love that it is lightweight and compact (just 2″ in diameter) and is retractable
Why did you choose this product? I find myself always searching for a tape measure when one is needed. The one we keep at home is large and heavy and the tape is metal so there’s a risk of cutting a finger or hand as it retracts.
What are its pros? Easy to store and use; lightweight; safer than metal; retracting tape won’t cut hands or fingers; cloth in faux leather case, with whimsical design; just 2″ in diameter so can be kept in a pocket; high portability; retractable with a light squeeze; winds neatly back in case, so it is not loose.
What are its cons? Measuring tops out at 5 feet. Some people might prefer a stiff, metal tape for measuring.

review update

February 2025

I still use and like it; convenient to keep in pocket.

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