I am a fan of sex toy accessories and products that encourage sex and make it easier and more creative. Therefore, I was pleased when I had the opportunity to review both the Liberator Wedge and the Liberator Ramp. This week I’m reviewing another Liberator product that I’ve had for a while, the Liberator Fascinator Throe.

The Liberator Fascinator Throe is a very popular Liberator product. In fact, it is so popular, Liberator has come out with several versions and tons of colors. There is a Décor Fascinator Throe, a Faux Fur Fascinator Throe, and of course, the plain old Liberator Fascinator Throe, which is what I have. The are differences in material and pricing between these three throes, but in this review I am focusing on the Liberator Fascinator Throe. This Throe is 4′ by 5′so it’s slightly smaller than a queen size mattress. It just fits my bed without having a bunch of extra material hanging over the sides. The Fascinator Throe comes in both shag and microfiber and is available in a variety of colors, depending upon where you purchase it. I own the shag Throe in a deep, royal purple. The color is strong and gorgeous and has not faded with washing. The microfiber Throe is made of the same material that covers the Liberator Shapes so I imagine it feels quite nice but less plush than my shag Throe.

Made of polyester shag on one side and satin on the other, the Liberator Fascinator Throe is completely waterproof. You may be wondering why anyone over the age of three would need or want a waterproof blanket. If you’ve ever gotten your bed, your couch, your floor, or any other piece of furniture messy during sex you can imagine the advantage of a such an item. Like with the Liberator shapes, there is a layer of waterproof material between the satin and the polyester that keeps liquids from soaking through to the other side of the Throe. Of course, if the fluids can’t soak through to the other side of the Throe they certainly cannot soak through to anything anything the Throe is laying on. Thus, the Fascinator Throe is the perfect protection for your bed and anywhere else you like to play.

The shag polyester is very soft and plush and feels great against the skin, while the satin side is slick and cool. Both sides are enjoyable to lay on but I prefer the shag side. I like the softer plushness of the shag against my skin. I also tend to slide around a bit on the satin side as it’s somewhat slippery.

I had heard a ton about the Liberator Fascinator Throe before getting my hands on one, yet I still had my doubts as to how it could really be waterproof and how well it would work. I discovered that the stories I had heard where true. No matter the mess I’ve made on my Fascinator Throe, I have not managed to disprove its waterproofness (that is so a word!), not even by dumping water directly on it. That mystery material between the shag and satin stands up to the test. I do find that liquidy fluids, like water, tend to bead up on the shag side of the Throe before soaking in, while they soak into the satin side much more quickly. However, they still do not penetrate the waterproof barrier.
  

Obviously, the Liberator Fascinator Throe is good for more than just dumping water on. It protects from lubricants, massage oils and lotions, edible body paints, food and drink, and of course, bodily fluids. At some point I’m sure you’ve had to sleep in the wet spot, which is very unpleasant. With the Fascinator Throe, you can give your partner a massage, lube up, have sex to your heart’s content, then simply fold the Throe up and enjoy your dry, clean bed. It really makes things simple.

You can wash the Liberator Fascinator Throe in your washing machine with like colors on cold. I find that its large size keeps me from being able to wash much else with it. After washing, tumble dry on low. Your Throe will be as good as new. I’ve even gotten blood on my Throe and it came out like it was never there.

While the Throe is soft, it really cannot be used as a regular throw blanket. I find it too stiff and crinkly to snuggle under. I suppose it would do in a pinch but it’s not ideal. As I prefer to lay on the shag side of the Liberator Fascinator Throe, the satin is against the bedsheets and it tends to slip around very easily. This can be somewhat annoying during sex. I also find that the shag polyester gets very warm. While this is nice if the room is cold, it can cause me to overheat somewhat quickly. However, I run very hot and do sweat easily so this may not be an issue for everyone.

It is impossible not to like the Liberator Fascinator Throe. The color is strong and vibrant and I like the feel of the polyester shag against my skin. It fits my bed well and is easy to care for and clean. In general, I don’t really use it anywhere else as I don’t have a lot of furniture and my couch is not terribly comfy. Still, it is wonderful to just spread it out on the bed before play time and roll it back up afterward. It usually ends up on the floor until the next day or whenever I get around to doing laundry. It really is an awesome sex accessory.

The packing of the Liberator Fascinator Throe is super simple. It comes tightly folded in a thin plastic container and unless you’re some kind of folding magician, once you take it out you’ll never get it back in. It really isn’t great for storage anyway as it’s very flimsy. It is also not very discreet considering the images on the front and back of the package. You’re better off just storing it with your other linens. That way, no one knows it’s not a regular old blanket.

Liberator Fascinator Throe Pros:
• Waterproof
• Soft and plush
• Easy to wash
• Protects furniture/carpet
• Vibrant color

Liberator Fascinator Throe Cons:
• A bit slippery
• Can get warm
• Crinkly

As I had heard, the Liberator Fascinator Throe is fantastic. I love how it protects my bed from any fluids I run into during play and there’s nothing better than having clean sheets to curl up on when play time is over. You can even throw it on the floor and use it as a picnic blanket if you want. This way the carpet will be protected from any spills. It’s easy to wash the Fascinator Throe and the polyester shag feels great against my body. If it gets too hot I can always flip the Throe over to the cooler satin side. Yes, it can be a bit slippery and crinkly and it does sometimes cause me to heat up. However, these are small prices to pay for a waterproof sex blanket. The bottom line is that the Liberator Fascinator Throe does exactly what it’s meant to do and it does it well.

You can find the Liberator Fascinator Throe at the following stores:
Babeland
FunWares
Good Vibrations
PinkCherry

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I’ve done a couple Liberator reviews before, like the Liberator Wedge and the Liberator Ramp, which are two of the most basic Liberator shapes. Today I am spotlighting another Liberator basic, the Liberator Throe.

The Liberator Throe is a polyester blanket that is mean to be used during sex. What makes it special is that it is waterproof. One side of this blanket is plush while the other side is satiny so you can choose which you would like against your skin. In between the two is a waterproof barrier so liquid doesn’t seep through to the other side. This makes it easy to make a mess no matter what you’re doing. You can use lots of massage oil, lube, and ejaculate all over the place without having to worry about the sheets or the furniture.

Depending on where you purchase it and what model you buy, the Liberator Throe comes in different color options. You can get basic colors like black and red or something a bit more safari-like, such as white tiger and leopard.

I managed to get my hands on one of these cool Liberator Throes so keep your eyes open for a review in the near future!

You can pick up the Liberator Throe from a number of online stores, depending on your preference for color and style and where you like to shop. The Liberator Throe is available at the following stores:

Babeland
EdenFantasys
FunWares
Good Vibrations
MyPleasure
PinkCherry (some colors on sale)

There is a category of sex toy out there that I have yet tried though I have a great interest in, sex machines. I find these things fascinating. They can be used solo or with a partner and have multiple uses.

There are different types of sex machines out there. There are handheld sex machines that usually run a few hundred dollars and there are the big ones that stand on their own that can be several thousand dollars. There are also such things as small sex balls with dildos you can bounce upon and pillows with dildo and vibrator attachments. Liberator makes some of these cool pillows like the Bonbon and the Axis Hitachi. However, I don’t consider these sex machines because they are not powered. You use your own body’s motion to rock yourself on this sex furniture. A machine is powered by an outside power source and does most of the work for you. Of course, that doesn’t mean you have to lay there and not participate.

Liberator BonBon

Liberator Axis Hitachi

Both The Stockroom and Extreme Restraints carry a surprising number of sex machines and some of the prices are astonishing. There is the Joy Ride Fucking Machine that is on sale for $2495, marked down from $3000. Yep, that’s right. It is $3000. Quite a bit of money for a sex toy, don’t you think? At least you’re getting a big bang for your buck though, rather than dropping that kind of cash on a crazy expensive vibrator. Then there is the handheld Fuck Saw, on sale for $136, marked down from $169. Add in free shipping and it seems quite reasonable, especially on sale. If you can also use it as a saw, it makes an even better deal. Ok, I wouldn’t really suggest using a saw as a sex toy and vice versa…

Joy Ride Fucking Machine

Fuck Saw

One thing that concerns me about these sex machines is the actual dildo attachments. Most of them do not say what materials they are made of and I’d like to know. I tend to be picky about my sex toy materials, preferring sterilizable and body-safe materials. If you’re going to drop several hundred to several thousand dollars on a sex machine, I would hope the dildos are made of silicone. For some reason I doubt this is the case though. For example, the Fuck Saw’s attachment is made of rubber and that just makes me sad. Of course, you can always use condoms with these dildo attachments, which I would do. Some of these sex machines do allow you to use any dildo that would fit so I would say that’s a factor if you are shopping for one of these things.

There are positives and negatives to both the handheld and stand-based varieties of sex machines. Obviously, price and storage are big factors. I’d love to try out some of these sex machines but I have yet to find someone who wants to hand over a $1000+ machine for review and quite frankly, I have no place to keep such a huge apparatus.

These sex machines are usually used by those who delve into the BDSM aspects of sex. They are also generally geared toward women but can be used by men as well. Some of these sex machines even have attachments for Fleshlights or come with masturbation sleeves, and of course they can be used anally.

Curious? Head over to The Stockroom and Extreme Restraints to check out some of their sex machines and see if anything tickles your fancy.

So do any of my readers have any experience with sex machines? If so, what are they like? Please share with us! If you don’t, would you ever shell out the money for one of these? Which kind? I’m very curious.

Do you remember my review of the Liberator Wedge? Well, I loved it and I mentioned that one of the most popular combinations was the Liberator Wedge/Ramp Combo and how I really wanted to try it out. Since I already had a Liberator Wedge , all I needed was the Liberator Ramp to complete my set.

The Liberator Ramp is one of Liberator’s flagship shapes and is a long wedge-shaped booster pillow. I may use the word “pillow” to describe the Liberator shapes but this really isn’t the best description. When I think of a pillow I think of something soft and squishy, like the pillows I sleep on. There is nothing soft and squishy about the Liberator Ramp (other than the soft fabric). It all comes down to the internal foam, which Liberator calls Champagne Foam. This foam is incredibly firm. It’s got enough give to be comfortable but not so much that it depresses and loses its shape or height. Other than my Liberator Wedge, there is nothing I have experienced that is comparable to this Champagne Foam. It amazes me that no matter what I do to it or how much weight is on top of it, the Liberator Ramp can take it with no noticeable effort.

So the internal Champagne Foam is great, but what about the exterior of the Liberator Ramp? After all, that’s the part that goes against your naked skin. The outside of the Liberator Ramp consists of a microfiber cover that comes in a variety of colors. Mine is red to match my Liberator Wedge and is the perfect festive color for this time of year. This lush microfiber cover is soft and sensual against the skin. It also has the added bonus of being machine washable. You can simply pop it into your washing machine with like colors to give a good cleaning. I have found my the Liberator covers wash very well and Liberator states the covers will get softer with washing.

Another benefit of the luscious microfiber cover is how the fabric will cling to itself if you want to stack your different Liberator Shapes. Once I place my Liberator Wedge on top of the Ramp, it doesn’t slip or slide. In fact, it doesn’t move at all so it can take a little bit of maneuvering to get it exactly where I want it. However, once it is in place I can be confident it won’t come loose during play, no matter how energetic I am with my partner.

In between the plush cover and the Champagne Foam is a black liquid-proof nylon liner. This liner protects the Champagne Foam core from any bodily fluids, massage oils, lubricants, etc. So you can feel free to enjoy yourself and get as messy as the moment calls for without worrying you’ll damage your Liberator Ramp. Both the nylon liner and microfiber cover zip on and off with a heavy duty zipper for easy removal and cleaning.

When I first received my Liberator Ramp I was a bit overwhelmed by the size. Sure, I knew the measurements but sometimes seeing something in person makes a big difference. It is large! My Liberator Ramp is 34″ long, 24″ wide, and 12″ high. My scale got a little weird on me when I tried to weigh it but it seems to weigh approximately seven pounds.

Obviously the Liberator Ramp is meant to be used for sexual purposes but I love multitasking my sex furniture. I have had two ankle surgeries and sometimes my ankles will swell up and get painful after I’ve been on my feet too much. The Liberator Ramp is a great way for me to elevate my ankles without over-extending my knees which always happens when I use regular pillows. I just put the long narrow end under my thighs and rest my feet at the high end. Another way I use the Liberator Ramp is to stretch out my lower back. I put it on the bed and lay over it with my stomach at the high end and my head stretching toward the low end, with my feet just touching the floor. I do some deep breathing and feel my lower back stretching right out. It works wonders. This position is also great for doggie style, one of my favorite positions.

There are so many ways to use the Liberator Ramp during sex. It helps to elongate the body and allows for deeper penetration. My Man likes to have me on my back with my legs over his shoulders for deeper penetration and more control. Using the Liberator Ramp with my hips on the high end, he can really penetrate me deeply and have the control we both enjoy. It also puts me in a great position to receive oral sex without My Man’s neck getting sore. The Liberator Ramp helps to create a sense of play and adventure during sex as we experiment with different positions and each other. It also helps communication as we discuss what is working and what isn’t.

As I mentioned, my ankles have some issues so standing and bending over during sex is not something I can do comfortably for long periods of time. Using the Liberator Ramp as described above for a sorta standing and bending over position is very effective for me. This is one of the things that makes Liberator Shapes so truly awesome. Not only do they make sex more fun, they also make it more manageable for people with certain health issues.

I have mentioned this before but I rarely discuss it- I have Fibromyalgia. It’s no fun and sometimes can cause issues during sex. I tend to have a lot of pain in my body and can’t hold certain positions very long. Using the Liberator Ramp, especially with the Wedge, makes a world of difference. It makes sex easier on my body which allows me to lay back and enjoy it more.

The Liberator Ramp arrived in a giant brown box that was totally discreet. It doesn’t even say Liberator on the return label, but rather Fulfillment Center. Though people may wonder what the hell is in such a large box, they’ll never be able to guess. Inside the box, the Liberator Ramp comes in a plastic bag to protect the microfiber cover.

Liberator Ramp Pros:
• Great shape
• Water-resistant
• Comfortable
• Machine washable cover
• Multipurpose
• Really works

Liberator Ramp Cons:
• Storage
• Gets linty

The Liberator Ramp just improves sex in so many ways for me. It addresses my physical issues and makes sex easier and more fun. It stretches out my back and rescues my ankles. It is soft and luxurious to the touch and works so well with my Liberator Wedge I must recommend the two of them together. It has only two downsides. First is storage. Unlike the Wedge, which I just leave out on my bed as a back rest, the Ramp is too large to have hanging about when it’s not in use and I just have a lack of storage in my place. The second downside to the Liberator Ramp is that the cover does have a tendency to pick up lint.

Check out the Liberator Ramp over at PinkCherry. They carry it in various colors and also have the Liberator Wedge as well.

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