Ultimate Ping-Pong Championship of Knock Knock

The Grand Champion Is . . .

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We didn’t realize how competitive our Knock Knock team was until we started our company-wide “Ultimate Ping-Pong Championship,” aka “U.P.C.O.K.K.” (Yes, we did purposefully name it that just so we could use the acronym; and yes, the acronym does still make us giggle like little schoolgirls when we say it aloud.)

We started the tournament in mid-February and ended it this past month in a ping-pong themed fiesta. Here are some highlights from the championship round—Paul, our assistant manager of operations and customer service versus Jim, our president. In the end, there was one victor to congratulate—Jim!

Killerspin. The competition was fierce. Sort of. (Thanks to our editor-at-large, Jamie, for this pic!)

 

Gentlemen at the ready.

 

Score one for Jim. Maybe.

 

Look at that form! (Thanks to our manufacturing coordinator, Chelsea, for this one!)

 

All the spectators in panorama form.

 

Final score, Jim: 3 and Paul: 1. Jim is victorious! (Again, thanks for capturing this, Jamie!)

 

Good match, guys.

 

See more photos in our Knock Knockers at Work FB album. Can’t wait for the next “U.P.C.O.K.K.” to commence!

Does your workplace hold any internal competitions just for fun? Share with us in a comment!

The Winner of Our Caption Paco! Giveaway

Who Will Get $30 Worth of Knock Knock Stuff?

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Thanks to everyone who entered our Caption Paco! Giveaway. All of you gave us a chuckle for sure. However, the winner of the giveaway is  .  . .

Shannon of Los Angeles! Her caption:

“Three for $5? I can afford to chew up at least half of these!”

Congrats, Shannon! You’ll be receiving an It’s a Dog’s Life Journal, What I Love About You journal, and XOXO Sticky Note!

We have a handful of contests coming up, so be sure to check back on the blog for more chances to win!

The Clump-o-Lump Half-Off Deal is Back!

Only a few days left to nab a new pal for yourself!

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The Clump-o-Lump 50% off deal is back! Use code HAPPYDAY at checkout for half-off each and every Clump-o-Lump friend. This offer lasts through Monday 5/20, so make sure to use it to stock-up on gifts!

Caption Paco!

Enter to win Knock Knock stuff

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We wish we knew what was going on in the mind of our beloved head pup, Paco. In our latest giveaway, we can all take a wild guess! One winner will get an It’s A Dog’s Life Journal, XOXO Sticky Notes, and What I Love About You journal.

How to enter:

  1. Read our giveaway’s Official Rules page.
  2. In the comment section of this blog post, caption this pic below of Paco. One entry per entrant.
  3. The giveaway starts today and will end at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 16. We’ll choose three winners using Random.org, and announce the winner on Friday, May 17.

Caption this pic in a blog comment to enter our Caption Paco! Giveaway.

 

It’s a short but sweet giveaway, so enter now!

Wistagram Wednesdays

A Weekly Dose of Visual Wit

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Each “Witstagram Wednesday,” we swim through Instagram’s pool of pictures to pick an amusing photo by a user who gets our wit. We then share it on our blog for all to see. If you think your photo or photo caption radiates hilarity, use hashtag #Witstagam! And remember to “Follow” us on Instagram.

This Witstagram comes from @JoeMande.

Last-Minute Gifts for Mother’s Day

Gift Guides

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It’s never too late to show mom you care. It’s also never too late to come clean on how the living room TV actually broke—blaming it on the dog still isn’t convincing.

Last-minute gifts just for her:

1. What I Love About You journal

2. I’m a Parent? Inner-Truth Journal

3. Do Your Chores Pad

4. XOXO Sticky Notes

5. Parents’ Night Out Pad

See more gift ideas dipped in sentiment in our Mother’s Day category.

The Knock Knock Wedding Survival Kit

We’ve Got You Covered this Wedding Season!

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In reality, getting ready to “tie the knot” feels more like a horrid game of Cat’s cradle. All those endless and crucial decisions—what color fondant should be used for the cake? What bridesmaid’s dress will look good on everyone? Where’s the invite list, and how do we distract granny from abusing the open bar? Ugh, it’s exhausting. Especially if you’re the friend helping plan all of it.

But don’t sweat the small stuff. We’re lightening your load with our Wedding Survival Kit. Click an item below to print and share with the wed-to-be!

Instant Toasts for the bride or groom, straight from our Toasted Book.

Release from Singlehood Certificate.

Now that You’re Married Card (written in true Knock Knock fashion)

1. Instant Toasts for the bride or groom. No need to think too much about what you’re going to say. Fill in the blanks and voilá! It’ll be a cry fest for all (the good kind)!

Click the image to print an Instant Toast for the Bride.

Click the image to print an Instant Toast for the Bride.

 

2. Release from Singlehood Certificate. Since your friend is officially settling down, make sure they have it on paper for his or her records.

Click the image to print a Release from Singlehood Certificate.

 

3. Now that You’re Married Card. Print this out and check off all that apply for your pal. Single ladies and gents who want to get married some day, this checklist will lighten your wedding blues.

Click the image to print a Now that You're Married Card.

 

And as a last-minute wedding gift idea, throw in a 100 Reasons to Panic about Getting Married Book into the mix. It’ll really soothe their nerves!

100 Reasons to Panic about Getting Married by Knock Knock

The Grand Prize Winner of Our Mama See, Mama Do Contest!

Who Will Win $50 Worth of Knock Knock Stuff?

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The votes are in!

Congratulations to our grand prize winner, Abby!

We say hello to your mother and your pup Olivia, as well!

Abby's mom and Abby's service dog, Olivia.

Mama See, Mama Do Contest Finalists

Vote for the Grand Prize Winner!

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First and foremost, we want to thank everyone who took the time to enter our Mama See, Mama Do contest! We’ve chosen our Top 3 winners, but we need our friends and fans to help us choose our Grand Prize Winner, who will receive $50 worth of Knock Knock stuff (winner chooses items)!

How to vote:

1. Read the entries below. Each entry is assigned a number.

2. In a comment in this post, write the assigned number you want to vote for. You can only vote once.

3. We are accepting votes now through 11:59p on Tuesday, April 30.

The entries:

1. “When I was young, my mom used to say she bought me at a garage sale and told them to the keep the change. She said she gave them $1.00 and it was the best .67 cents she ever spent.

I grew up tagging along with my mom early Saturday morning to garage sales. She taught me how to bargain for a good deal—pretend you have little interest in an item that you are excited about and always look for homes advertising furniture because it is usually indoors and then you can use their bathroom!

My mom taught me to be kind to others and not to stare at those that are different. She taught me not to spit my gum on the sidewalk as well.

I inherited her beauty, inside and out, her nurturing abilities, as well as her tall height and large shoe size. She taught me at an early age that if my feet were any smaller I would tip over, and the other students that teased me believed it! She has shown me through her trials and errors what I want in my life and what I don’t.” —Abby

 

2. “Cankles. Even at my lowest weight, they were still there. When I was pregnant with my second son, a coworker remarked on two different occasions that my swollen, pregnant ankles looked miserable and I had to remind her, twice, that they are hereditary. Also [my mom used] the phrase, ‘Put a smile on your face,’ when faced with a less than pleasant task. I now tell my two boys, ages six and eight, the same thing on a frequent basis.” —Elisabeth

 

3. “Definitely being a book worm is something I get from my mom, and her humor (we both speak sarcastic fluently). Another thing I got from her is my ‘huh?’ expression that I use when I am listening to someone and get confused. I also got her thinking face, which involves sticking my tongue out slightly. But the best thing of the little things is always saying, ‘I love you’ when we finish talking on the phone, are going to run an errand, going to bed, etc. I know some families don’t say it that much, but for me, it has always been something we say. You never know what our last words will be, and it’s always nice leaving or ending a conversation, or the day (if I am visiting home) with something good.” —Jasmine

Now that you’ve read all the entries, vote for your favorite one!

A Hearty (Custom) Pad for Eating Well

Stock Up on Wholesome Items this Season

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You’re familiar with our mighty signature line, but did you know we also create custom goods, too? Since 2007, we’ve worked ever so closely with a variety of brands to design products that fit a retailer’s specific customer need and overall style. Of course, all our custom stuff is sprinkled with Knock Knock flair, as well as our distinct design sensibility and wit. We’re excited to share these products with you and hope you like them!

Fresh Out Of Pad

Ripe fruit, crisp vegetables, full-of-flavor protein—oy, our stomachs are grumbling! Keep your pantry and fridge stocked with yummy, nutritious items by checking them off as they deplete with our Fresh Out Of Pad for Anthropologie.

The Fresh Out Of Pad for Anthropologie.

The Fresh Out Of Pad features hand-drawn illustrations by artist Bjoern Altmann.

 

This helpful shopping list has a magnetic back for easy placement on your fridge, reminiscent of our All Out Of Pad, and features charming illustrations by London artist Bjoern Altmann. Plus, it hits all the healthy categories for your next trip to the store or farmer’s market.

Spotted the Fresh Out Of Pad at an Anthropologie in El Segundo, California.

 

Buy the Fresh Out Of Pad for yourself or a fellow food lover exclusively at Anthropologie.com or your local Anthropologie store.