shauna by night

Mini Jelly Teaser

After playing with countless toys anything that isn't shaped like a bullet is worth a look. This thing looks like an alien gizmo of some kind - always a plus. When I got mine I anxiously pulled it out if its packaging and headed for the lab (my bedroom). I got naked, stretched out and relaxed. After warming myself up with some gentle touching I reached for the gizmo and set it to work on my clit. It wasn't an explosion of pleasure but the little guy got me going pretty good. I fantasized about being taken by my favorite movie pirate on a desert island somewhere and drifted off into orgasm land. It took me a while, but I was in the mood for slow and sexy so I didn't mind.

Bubble Head

You know, it's really hard to write about something you don't have strong feelings about. I neither liked nor hated Doc Johnson's Bubblehead. It's another in a growing line of toys that vibrate and rotate - and I'm not impressed with any of them. I didn't much care for the jelly material it's made of, and I found the "bubbles" a bit too rough for my delicate insides. However, the vibration gets pretty strong and the rotating movement can feel like petting on your clit if you do it right. It's a pretty good toy especially if you're fond of the rotating-type. I'm not. So you're on your own.

Bubblehead courtesy of Amantis.

Crystal Sleevz

The Crystal Sleevz set is a 7" vibrator with two jelly sleeves that fit snugly over the vibe. The vibrator is a slender one with a pretty powerful motor and the usual twist low-to-high knob on the bottom. The sleeves come in two shapes: one lifelike and the other with a curved tip for hitting your g-spot.

They both feel pretty damn good, and the vibration carries through the jelly just fine. My biggest complaint, though, is that the jelly feels cheap and sticky. I actually yanked out a few hairs that got stuck to it when I put it in my mouth to wet it. Ouch! I guess you gotta use lube instead of spit with this toy.

Crystal Sleevz courtesy of Amantis.

The Pleasureball

Remember the Magic 8 Ball? It is a plastic globe filled with liquid that contains a floating polyhedron that you can view through a porthole on one side. Each facet of the polyhedron has the answer to a question on it. The idea is that you ask a question, shake the ball and read the answer that  appears in the window. It is usually stuff like "answer hazy" and "ask again later". Fun, but not very sexy. The new Pleasureball uses the same principlal but the polyhedron is decked out with sexual positions. Fun! Keep it on your bedside table and when boyfriend jumps on you again for a bit of the same old same old reach for the Pleasureball and ask him if he wants to play a game. This is a goofy toy that could lead to a fun night or two in the sack exploring new positions so it is well worth the price. Look for the Pleasureball at Spencer Gifts or check it out HERE

Computer Accessory

Here's a great addition to any night of surfing for porn. This baby has no battery of its own. You plug it into the USB port of your computer and away you go. It's little and cute and quiet. It comes with an extra long cord - I don't know, in case you want to roll around with your computer, and a soft sleeve for variation. I found the vibe to be a little weak, but if you get off easily than this'll work just fine. In any case, it's great for foreplay and a wonderful addition to any business trip. Or, better yet, if your partner is stuck on the computer, you can use this li'l guy to provide entertainment or a much needed distraction.

Vibratex Beehive

The Vibratex Beehive is a rotating vibrator, similar to the rabbit-style vibes but without the clit stimulator. It sports two sliding switches - one switch controls the vibration and the other controls the rotation speed. It's made out of that soft jelly stuff, with a nubby shaft. The vibrator is in the beehive tip, which is a good thing.

The rotating, hand-held vibes mystify me. I've tried several of them, each a little different, and still come up with confusion. OK, the idea is you insert this bad boy into your vagina and let it caress you with its circular motion. The reality (in my experience) is that once it's inserted, the handle rotates and the head is held still. So, I grab hold of the handle and hold it still instead. Now, the motor sounds like it's really laboring and it starts heating up. I know from my limited knowledge of machinery that hot motors are unhappy motors. Could it be that my muscles are too strong for this vibe? If so, . . . cool. I guess I really need to try a Sybian after all.

Vibratex Beehive courtesy of Wild In Secret.

The Devil Dildo

It finally happened. Here we are on 6/6/06. Awesome. Assuming nothing biblical happens, I think this is as good an excuse as any to get naughty. It just so happens that I have the perfect review for today - the Devil dildo by Divine Interventions. These wackos offer a range of wonderfully offensive, handmade silicone toys. The Devil not your thing? Fine. Choose from offerings like Buhdda's Delight, the Grim Reaper and Jackhammer Jesus. My friend Bella tried this one out for me. She said she liked the feel, but the shape was a little uncomfortable for her. Bah! These things are definitely a style over substance statement. Buy one, try one and you can honestly say you have had the devil inside you. Rock on.

Pulsating Heart

The Pulsating Heart is a wearable, micro vibrator designed to be worn hands free. It's got three straps to secure it in place and a wired remote to control the settings. The tiny vibe is pretty powerful, so it penetrates the silicone "heart" well. The best thing about this one is the controller. There are seven settings: 1. Vibration I, 2. Vibration II, 3. Vibration III, 4. Pulsate, 5. Surge, 6. Escalate, and 7. Off.

Astrea Vibrating Thong

OK. Here's my second attempt at a panty with a vibrator in it, and much like the first one, it just didn't work for me. It's a pretty, lacy panty - very comfy indeed. The wireless remote control for the vibrator was a huge improvement. No more fishing around inside your drawers when you've got to turn the thing off.The problem is the vibrator is kinda huge, and the pocket is slung too low. When the vibe was securely inside, it sat nowhere near my clit. So for my test run, I slid it up where it ought to be, but the lace of the panty was too soft to hold it in place. Thus the vibe rested on my lips instead and tickled me all the way home. Not bad but not enough to get me hot and bothered and definitely not enough to get me off. Seeing that everyone is shaped differently, there's a chance that it might work just fine for someone else, but not for me.

Astrea Vibrating Thong courtesy of WildInSecret.com

Natural Contours - Ultime

This vibrator is one of a line of toys designed to work ergonomically with the curves of the body. They all are made of smooth, hard plastic with three power levels. The Ultime is quiet and comfortable to use. The bend is intended to help you reach the g-spot but I found that it sits real well on your clit too. This one is good for sneaking under the blankets or between you and your lover while you're on top.

Crystal Sparkler Scepter

If you've ever used any of the glass or acrylic dildos, you'll probably agree that they all share a similar feel. Since they're smooth, once lubed, they slide and move around with almost no resistance. So you really feel the size and the shape of the toy. The Scepter is cool because it's . . . well, it's huge. It's the first toy I've ever owned that could be used to club someone if the need arose. Just kidding. It is, however, big and pretty, and it does feel good wherever you stick it. It's also double sided for double the fun. The Scepter (and its buddy, the Excalibur) are on the pricey side, but not as expensive as a glass one of similar size would be. So if you like 'em big and hard and pretty, as I do, this is a good purchase.

The Tower

It's full name is The Tower Multi-speed Soft Jelly Vibrator. It comes in two colors. I picked up the obnoxious, neon orange one. The Tower kind of looks like an electric chess piece (the bishop, to be exact), but I figured I'd take it for a test drive since it wasn't that expensive. I got it home, washed it off, powered it up, and put it through its paces. The vibration is nice and strong, way stronger than I expected from any vibrating, jelly toy. (Color me pleasantly surprised. This new jelly material is really growing on me.) It tickled on my clit, but the real pleasure came when I slid it inside. Its tapered shape makes doing just that easy, and when it's all the way in, the vibrating mechanism is sitting in all good places. I had to add another vibe to my clit to achieve orgasm, but it felt comfortable to squeeze the jelly part when I did it. The downsides are the on/off knob seems flaky and the shape of the Tower doesn't leave much to hold onto when it is inserted. It's way too convenient to pull on the cord, which everyone knows is death to electronics. In spite of these things, I recommend the Tower for its inexpensive comfort.

 

Shane's World Mini Stimulator

When they say mini, they mean mini. This vibrator is key chain sized. Definitely something to throw in your purse for an unexpected adventure. It's maybe 3 inches long, comes in two colors, and has a twist on/off switch that seems pretty sturdy. It's quiet and waterproof too. The package claims that it "may be used at parties, clubs or in the lab!" I'm not quite sure what that means, but it sure sounds impressive. I'll admit it does pack a surprising kick. Unfortunately, though, this one wasn't the right frequency to send me to happy land. I believe that, if you're the kind that gets off relatively easily, the Mini Stimulator will do the trick.

Cyber Flicker

The Cyber Flicker is cute. It's an egg-type vibrator wrapped in this soft Cyberskin stuff. The "flicker" is some of this skin formed into a tip at the end. It wiggles when the vibe is turned on, and it tickles when you tease your nipples or clit with it. The motor is strong and it's speed is controlled by a slide switch on the remote. The only problem with this toy is that the Cyberskin gets sticky. I had to keep powder on it and not let it touch any of my other stuff. Eventually the skin gave up. I have since peeled off the dead skin (eeeew!) and have cum several times with the naked egg. It's not very expensive, so despite it's early demise I felt I got my money's worth.

Silk Touch Egg Vibe

This little guy is so cute; I just had to take it home. For all you computer users out there, the control of the Silk Touch Egg will feel right at home in your hand, similar to a small mouse. You plug the curly cord into it and "click" the button through its six settings, which vibrate and pulse at different speeds. One design flaw, in my opinion, is it really needs an on/off switch. I put mine in my toybox with the egg unplugged. The button got pressed by something, and the batteries ran out of juice. It's very disappointing to grab a toy only to find it's dead. The silky surface and the bumps on the egg feel really good everywhere I put it, and the vibration is good. It can push me over the edge but not reliably. Definitely a great warm up though.

Nipple Suckers

I picked these up on a whim 'cuz they were cheap.  Frankly, I thought they were going to be an addition to my "Dud" section.  They are very simple tubes of soft plastic that are sealed on one end.  Remember when you were a kid, and you'd stick a plastic cup over your mouth by sucking the air out?  Well, this works on that same idea.  You squeeze it, place it over your nipple, and let go.  It sticks, of course, providing a pleasant level of suction.  (No worries about getting a hickey needed.)  I even tried it on my clit - interesting.  There's a sensation you can't usually get if you're playing by yourself.  It certainly isn't a must-have item, but it's definitely a fun thing to play around with.   

Devinn Lane's Magnetic Massager

I'm not sure what the "magnetic" business in the title is all about.  This is a narrow vibe with a nice weight that fits comfortably in the hand.  The on/off is a twist in the middle.  I got the 6" version; I hear there's a 4" version out there too.  The vibration is good and strong, and I had high hopes for its performance.  I'm not sure why but I really wanted to like it.  Alas, no luck.  It just didn't push me over the edge.  I can't really figure out why either.  Maybe my body just isn't responding to the "magnetic flow and powerful massaging vibrations".  I think the metal ball under the cover is too small, which makes the vibration too focused for me.  Maybe it just needed a second, higher speed.  We shall see.  I'm not quite done with it.  I like the way it feels on my clit, and if I do get an orgasm from it, I'll let you know.

Sue Johanson Royal Swirl

The Royal Swirl has an unusual yet familiar shape -- kind of like a real penis with a twist.  It's kind of heavy for its size, and the silicone is a bit sticky to the touch.  The package suggests using lubricant for "maximum pleasure."  Another twist-on/off type switch provides a smooth transition from low to high, and the vibration is good and strong.  After making this bad boy all slippery, I put it to the test.  The ridges felt good in my pussy and very good on my clit.  Unfortunately, the vibration wasn't quite enough to finish me off, so I grabbed an old reliable.  I don't think I'll be using this one on its own, but the Swirl will work just fine with a partner or in conjunction with another toy.

I took these pictures myself in the bathroom mirror.  It was really tricky trying to masturbate while holding a camera, choose a shot and keep my balance in the limited space between the mirror and the bathroom wall.  I hope you like the result.