This year, Playtex introduced three new types of gloves that can help make party prep and cleanup a lot easier.

GreatLengths Gloves
For the super messy jobs, Playtex created GreatLengths gloves. These gloves find the perfect balance between being snug enough that you have a lot of control, but not so snug that they aren’t comfortable. Strong and flexible, I can imagine these gloves are perfect for cleaning the bathroom (or delving into any extra messy cleaning job).

To get the party started, my husband wore a pair of the blue GreatLength gloves to clean off the grimy grill, while his mom, Lucie, used another pair of the gloves to wipe down the patio furniture. The long cuff keeps anything gross from dripping back into them.

Image: © Kori Ellis

Living Gloves
The Classic yellow Living gloves that you have grown to know and love over the years have gotten an upgrade. These new purple gloves stay fresh and clean. With long cuffs, they protect you hands and arms from dripping water and chemicals. They are perfect for washing dishes and other household cleaning. Made from several layers, they are durable and strong with reinforced fingers and palm. The lining is soft and they have antimicrobial protection to help stop the growth of mold and bacteria.

My brother-in-law Tim used the gloves to wash the dishes and wipe down the counters after the party was over. He commented that the gloves seemed to repel the water. That’s great to keep your hands dry and to stop the gloves from getting mildew.

Image: © Kori Ellis

CleanCuisine Gloves
For food prep, these gloves are a must! Whether you are slicing raw onions, chopping meat or preparing spicy recipes, these gloves will keep your hands germ-free and clean. On the day of the party, I used them to chop onions, while Tim utilized them to chop the raw meat. After the food was grilled, he put on another pair to slice the steak, chicken and sausage before putting it on the table. Your hands stay totally clean and odor-free!

Image: © Kori Ellis

We had such a great experience with our patio party that we want to give one lucky Blisstree reader the opportunity to try these Playtex gloves at your own patio party this summer.

We are giving away:

• 3 Playtex gloves samples

• $50 gift certificate to grocery store of your choice to buy food/drinks for your own patio party

To enter the giveaway, leave a comment here on this post and tell us what you will serve at your party. Your comment will automatically enter you into the giveaway. The contest runs through Friday, June 19, 2009 at 11:59pm ET. We will select one random winner from all the entries to receive the prize package.

You can purchase Playtex gloves at grocery stores, drug stores and other retailers all across the country. These aren’t old school, loose, slippery rubber gloves. These gloves are designed to handle all your cleaning and food prep needs.

Image: © Kori Ellis

Image: © Kori Ellis

Image: © Kori Ellis

Image: © Kori Ellis

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Giveaway: Playtex Gloves Patio Party

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