Posts for The Knack


You’re Going to Want to Do the Whole House in MissPrint’s Wall Coverings & Interior Accessories!

From the knack
March 13, 2012 at 11:07 am
Moving into a new house in December got me looking at home decorating and interior design again - something that I love, but after living in our last place for a decade, I seem ... (more)

Estée Lauder Introduces the Fabulous New Mad Men Collection!!!

From the knack
March 12, 2012 at 11:02 am
Mad Men is not just a well-written, directed and acted television show. It's inspired a whole excitement for the clothing and look of the period! In fact, I now have "Joan" and ... (more)

You’ll Wonder How You Cooked Before PaperChef Parchment Products!

From the knack
March 11, 2012 at 10:05 am
I have long been a parchment paper lover. Because food doesn't stick like it does with aluminum foil and it makes clean up a dream. But I've never used parchment paper like PaperChef ... (more)

MyMela Celebrates the Traditional Crafts of India with Style!

From the knack
March 10, 2012 at 10:56 am
It's time we all start supporting others and stop buying from big box stores where possible. One of the ways to do that is be shopping at MyMela.com. This fabulous online marketplace ... (more)

Show the Love with Stunning Handmade B. Impressed Letterpress Cards

From the knack
March 9, 2012 at 8:34 am
Tonight is a friend's 40th birthday blowout. Next week is my 10-year anniversary with my fella. There is so much to be grateful for, so much to celebrate. You know that just any ... (more)

Envelop Your iPhone or Beats Headphones in Enchanting Handmade Lazerwood Covers

From the knack
March 8, 2012 at 12:23 pm
I bet that your iPhone is swaddled in a plastic case right now. First of all, do you really want that plastic right up against your face like that? And secondly, you could do soooo ... (more)

NuWorld Botanicals Pampers Your Sensitive Skin Naturally

From the knack
March 7, 2012 at 10:53 am
I have been loving getting to know NuWorld Botanicals' products. Recently I've fallen for their Mental Clarity and Aromatherapy Personals. And now I've discovered their 4 NEW ... (more)

BCBGMAXAZRIA’s New Signature Scent is Gorgeous & Perfect for Spring!

From the knack
March 6, 2012 at 1:08 pm
It's getting lighter out, warmer out and now that it's March, spring is just around the corner. Which means it's time for a new luscious scent. Designer Max Azria, the talent ... (more)

Funbites Were Made for Kids But Why Not Dinner Parties, Brunches, Etc?

From the knack
March 5, 2012 at 12:16 pm
Funbites makes fun-shaped and bite-sized nibbles for kids, whether you're using it for sandwiches or tofu. But it got me to thinking - there are all of these expensive small cookie ... (more)

Headcase Press Offers Gorgeous Typographic Jewelry & Letterpress Stationery

From the knack
March 4, 2012 at 9:18 am
  I am passionate about letterpress. I don't know a thing on how to actually do it, but I love the look and feel and most of all, the dedication of the people who make it ... (more)

Choice Organic Teas Introduces 4 New Extraordinary Varieties

From the knack
March 3, 2012 at 11:19 am
Once you've had extraordinary tea, you can no longer drink sub par cuppas. At least I can't. So I've gone and replaced all of my not-so-great teas with only spectacular selections. ... (more)

Rock the 2012 Pantone Spring Colour Trends With Make Up For Ever!

From the knack
March 2, 2012 at 11:34 am
After a winter filled with black, grey and navy, aren't you ready for a pop of colour? Make Up For Ever, which I got to try for the first time back last October (and now that ... (more)

Proraso Shaving Products - Not Just for the Fellas! At Least Not at My House…

From the knack
March 1, 2012 at 11:51 am
I had never heard of the very famous Proraso, makers of exquisite Italian shaving products, before. Founded in Florence by centennial company Ludovico Martelli (1908), these ... (more)

Spenco Medical’s 2nd Skin Adhesives are the Best First Aid

From the knack
February 29, 2012 at 11:17 am
Recently, my Mom cut her thumb while slicing a squash. Of course, you use your thumb for everything so the deep cut just wasn't healing and regular bandages weren't adhering, ... (more)

BlueSilk.org’s Mekong Blue Hand-Woven Scarves are Simply Extraordinary

From the knack
February 28, 2012 at 10:59 am
One of my new favourite discoveries of 2012 is BlueSilk.org. This incredibly moving organization helps women in the embattled Stung Treng region of Cambodia move away from poverty. I ... (more)

Fabulous Hair is Yours, Thanks to Free Your Mane Restorative Hair Oil!

From the knack
February 27, 2012 at 3:19 pm
For some reason, February has been jam-packed with events. Last week, I was at a restaurant all five weeknights. Madness, I tell you! But apart from having to try and write, ... (more)

Enjoy Fun Dessert Scents with La Mia Bella’s Handcrafted Bath & Body Products

From the knack
February 26, 2012 at 11:37 am
Do you long for bath and body products that are uber feminine and yet suitable for yourself and your daughter/young sister/niece, etc.? Do you want fun products that smell like ... (more)

Want a Specific Paper? Mohawk Fine Papers Has It All - Available in Every Colour

From the knack
February 25, 2012 at 10:48 am
Sometimes with stationery, you want something very particular - a type or weight of paper or perhaps a texture or colour that you haven't been able to stop thinking about (you ... (more)

Discover Soft Skin This Winter with Olivella’s Nourishment Cream

From the knack
February 24, 2012 at 11:01 am
Ooh, it's chilly out. And as a result, my face is uber dry. But not for long, thanks to Olivella's Nourishment Cream. This incredible moisturizer can be used day and night and ... (more)

Get More Sleep, More Relaxed, More Energy, More Everything with NuWorld Botanicals Aromatherapy Personals!

From the knack
February 23, 2012 at 11:38 am
At the beginning of the month, I introduced you to NuWorld Botanicals Mental Clarity. This aromatherapy-on-the-go is part of a 12 product line of essential oils that covers much ... (more)

Boo-Boo Cover Up Keeps Your Imperfections Under Wraps

From the knack
February 22, 2012 at 10:31 am
I wish you could have seen my arm last week.  I was taking out the garbage and accidentally crashed the inside of my elbow into our iron fence (I could blame it on my new ... (more)

Objects with Purpose Candles Are a Real Gift

From the knack
February 21, 2012 at 11:01 am
I can't think of anything more luxurious than a beautiful scented candle. But not all candles are created equally. Which is why you've got to get Objects with Purpose.  ... (more)

Sunrise Stir-Fry Tofu n’ Sauce - Affordable & Fun to Eat

From the knack
February 20, 2012 at 10:44 am
I was not a tofu fan. It's the texture and blandness that I come across so often, that trips me up. But I know it's not only a healthy protein (also: good source of calcium and ... (more)

John Frieda Precision Foam Colour is Complete Perfection

From the knack
February 19, 2012 at 10:58 am
I have been colouring my hair outta of a box since I was 13 (a long time ago - let's just say that faxes weren't even in the picture yet and I was dancing to music on my ghetto ... (more)

Give BlueSilk.org’s Gorgeous Jewelry & Jewelry Rolls & Give Back

From the knack
February 18, 2012 at 10:29 am
At the beginning of the month, I introduced you to the amazing BlueSilk.org. Now I want to show you their beautiful jewelry and accessories. Flame Teardrop Earrings add a hit ... (more)