Posts for The Knack


Change Your Life With Life Coach in a Box

From the knack
September 2, 2010 at 11:20 am
We all have things we need to work on. Just last night, I had a friend over for dinner and we talked about the areas in our lives that we need to improve - so-called friends that ... (more)

Discover Cool Back-to-School Supplies For Grown-Ups at Speck

From the knack
September 1, 2010 at 9:37 am
I get excited at this time of year when kids go back to school. I like the feeling of possibility of new things, the crisp fall air (maybe not this year, but that's how I remember ... (more)

Look Like You’ve Just Come Off The Fashion Show Runway in Prtty Peaushun

From the knack
August 31, 2010 at 8:57 am
It's not a dress or even an outfit. This right here, folks, is Prtty Peaushun Skin Tight Body Lotion. Now before you go and start thinking that you've seen it all when it comes ... (more)

Celebrate the Warm Weather With Pretty New Sandals from Oka b. Shoes

From the knack
August 30, 2010 at 10:25 am
Here it is the last week of August/first week of September and I'm sweltering over here. I think September and maybe even October are going to be hot.   Which means, ... (more)

Cook Up a Storm with Fast, Fresh & Green

From the knack
August 29, 2010 at 11:29 am
Having reviewed cookbooks for many years, you get to know the formula pretty quickly.  There is often an introduction about the cook's philosophy and then the recipes which ... (more)

You’ve Never Had Licorice Like Natural Vine Licorice!

From the knack
August 28, 2010 at 10:57 am
I have always had more of a salt tooth than sweet. Gimme pickles, olives, potato chips and licorice over cupcakes, chocolate and pie. So when I heard about the new all-natural ... (more)

Lotta Jansdotter Makes For Pretty Mail

From the knack
August 27, 2010 at 10:16 am
No doubt you've seen Lotta Jansdotter designs before. They are easily recognizable.This Scandinavian beauty creates the most wonderful, whimsical designs that pack a visual punch.  ... (more)

Make the Switch to Better For GrownUps Reusable Organic Cotton Tissues

From the knack
August 26, 2010 at 9:51 am
This year I want to make some changes in how I do things.   I vigorously recycle and compost at home, and donate my clothes on a regular basis.   But there's ... (more)

Revolution Organics - A Makeup Routine That’s Simple & Healthy

From the knack
August 25, 2010 at 12:11 am
The NEW Freedom Collection from Revolution Organics Cosmetics is exactly for I have been looking for - a simple, healthy line of products that I can swipe on and get out the door. Look, ... (more)

On Your Feet All Day? You’re Going to Looove Polly Foot Primer

From the knack
August 24, 2010 at 10:26 am
It's nearing the end of summer and let's be honest - you've put your feet through a lot: wedges, sandals, pumps, runners... As much as I wish I had beautiful, smooth feet, I have ... (more)

Give Your Home a New Look for Fall With Realm Dekor

From the knack
August 23, 2010 at 9:44 am
I get restless when the seasons change.I want to cut my hair, rework my seemingly static wardrobe and change things here at home.Thanks to Realm Dekor, I can make things feel new ... (more)

The Knack Celebrates 4 Years!!!!

From the knack
August 20, 2010 at 12:19 pm
Four years ago, I started this blog because magazines were covering the same products over and over and independent designers and companies couldn't get a word in edgewise.I knew ... (more)

Stay On Top of Things With Sukie Perpetual Calendar

From the knack
August 19, 2010 at 10:22 am
How did it get to be the middle of August already?Time is passing quickly and it's only 2 weeks until school starts. You're going to need something to keep you on top of things ... (more)

Be Fashionable and Savvy With Teething Bling by Smart Mom Jewelry

From the knack
August 18, 2010 at 1:00 am
My Mom has beautiful hair.So beautiful that she gets stopped on the street, running for a bus or in the doctor's office.Apparently when I was a baby, I would not stop tugging at ... (more)

Working Class Studio’s Journals Make Writing Fun!

From the knack
August 17, 2010 at 1:00 am
Working Class Studio is a division of SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design).Here you'll find the coolest, most colourful and innovative products. Everything from plates to ... (more)

Sky-Friendly Skincare - Have Plump, Supple Skin in the Air and On the Ground!

From the knack
August 16, 2010 at 10:16 am
Aren't you tired of the effects that traveling is having on your skin?The re-circulated air that leaves your skin feeling dried out and papery, the lack of moisture you can feel ... (more)

Make it an Occasion to Remember with the Bon Appetit Celebrations Deck

From the knack
August 15, 2010 at 9:28 am
From now on, I'm throwing as many dinner parties and occasions to get together as I can.I've realized that the two things I want most is:1. To spend time with friends and family2. ... (more)

Get Serious Haircare & Protection with ApHogee

From the knack
August 14, 2010 at 9:48 am
I commit the 3 worst haircare rules every day:1. I wash my hair every day2. I bleach it Gwen Stefani blonde so really, it's the texture of hay3. I blow dry it every day (if you ... (more)

Be an Original With Histoire de Parfums

From the knack
August 13, 2010 at 9:44 am
Gérald Ghislain's dream was to create perfumes.He founded Histoires de Parfums in 1999 and has created "a collection of twelve rare and delicate perfumes."According to the website:"Born ... (more)

Late Night Last Night? No One Will Know Thanks to Marcelle’s 1st Wrinkles Eye Contour Cream

From the knack
August 12, 2010 at 9:20 am
My sleep is all over the place this summer.And I've got the undereye dark circles and bags to prove it.But thanks to Marcelle's 1st Wrinkles Eye Contour Cream, you won't know about ... (more)

Stock Up On Art by Labokoff - Fine Art Prints of Gorgeous Photos

From the knack
August 11, 2010 at 8:20 am
I know that art is subjective.But I have a feeling that you are going to swoon over the moody beauty of the art prints of Rivory Fabienne at Art by Labokoff just as I did.There ... (more)

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From the knack
August 10, 2010 at 8:59 am
I have come to realize that my reusable bag that I carry everywhere with me, alongside my purse, has to be three things:- Durable (Read: Strong enough to hold all my library books ... (more)

Simple Shoes’ Women’s Flippee are Pretty, Earth-Friendly and Damn Comfortable

From the knack
August 9, 2010 at 8:50 am
I know that shops are starting to showcase fall clothing, but people, it's going to be hot for months still!And just have a quick look down at your plastic flip flops - they're ... (more)

Take Your Dinner Party Up a Notch with Japanese Cocktails

From the knack
August 8, 2010 at 9:17 am
I have always loved Japanese culture.I studied it for about 10 years back in the day and still immerse myself in it whenever I can - yesterday my Dad and I went to the Japan Foundation's ... (more)

Fuel Up the Healthy Way with Larabar

From the knack
August 7, 2010 at 10:44 am
Like many of you, I strive to eat a balanced diet every day.But truthfully, my schedule has been all over the place lately and so eating 3 solid home-cooked meals a day isn't working ... (more)