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The latest edition of New Finds is upon us! I have a fun mix to share today – some sent to me and some discovered!

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The first of the new finds are Brady Bands. These beautiful headbands were created to honor the founder’s son, Brayden, who passed away in 2012 after a year-long battle with brain cancer. As the mother of a son, this tears at my heart. 10% of sales from Brady Bands are donated to cancer research.

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The bands have a velvety underside so they don’t slip. They are more of an accessory headband than a sport band, so they fit smoothly not snugly. I have trouble getting sport bands to stay on my head, but because these are looser they stay put without squeezing. I hope you’ll consider getting one or buying one for a friend to support a good cause!

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Next up is this amazing sea salt by Salt Revolution. The company sent me a sample bag, and I’ve been using it on all of our summer salads and dishes. The salt revolution started on a surf trip to Mexico when the founder first tasted Aztec sea salt. It is harvested over a 45 day period each year at the Cuyutlán Lagoon since the Aztecs. Read all about it here.

I can vouch that the taste, size and shape make it special – giant flakes provide a lovely texture and a little goes a very long way to add some salty crunch to your cooking. The flavor is very….. fresh. In a beachy way!

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The bag it comes in turns into a handy pouch for your countertop. Cute! If you are a salt connoisseur, you should give Salt Revolution a try. You can get a free sample on their website (and just pay shipping), FYI!

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Salt Revolution is giving away FIVE bags of their salt here on KERF! Enter below to win. USA only please.

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Giveaway and review sponsored by Salt Revolution

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I love the GAP and peek in often when I’m at the mall. I picked up a pair of their gStride shorts one day and went back for more.

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They’re the best workout shorts I’ve found in years! Perfect fit, size and often on sale/BOGO, as they were here when I bought two pairs. {Top by Stitch Fix!!}

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Have you heard of Quirky? It’s a site that features cool new inventions and brings inventors’ ideas to life. They sent me two of their tech products to try out – in my favorite color aqua!

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The first is called Converge and was invented by Jin Chai of California. It’s a docking station that shows off your gadgets at the same time. I’ve been looking for a good docking station for a while, but I haven’t ever bought one because I couldn’t find one that was stylish enough to be on display in my house. This guy is gorg and goes with my hand-painted chest and Target lamp.

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Not only does it match my color theme, but it is a simple design with clean lines that feels sleek not cluttered.

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I have our 7” tablet, my Nokia Lumia and my headset all free to charge here when they need it. Cords are tucked nicely in the back under built-in bands. The plugs are only for USB, so my headset had to go down to the wall outlet, but otherwise this product is an organizer’s dream.

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The second product is called Cordies, a desktop (or tabletop) cord manager invented by Stephen Stewart of the UK. I’ve tried a different cord holder once before – one that stuck onto my table – and it un-stuck itself weeks after I bought it from the movement of the cords. This little Cordies guy is rubbery and weighted so while it can move around, it mostly stays put on my nightstand.

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So far my baby monitor cord and phone docking cord (which I detach to charge my other tablet often) haven’t fallen through the cracks! Thumbs up!

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Review sponsored by Quirky

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Last but not least, I give you my new favorite lip product! LAQA & Co’s Fat Lip Pencil. This guy came in my Birchbox and I’ve been getting tons of compliments on it. It’s just the right shade for me, and the pencil-style color really lasts. It’s not too dry and it is moisturizing enough that it doesn’t look cracked or feathered and doesn’t need a gloss layer on top.

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Lastly, shout out to my friend and chiropractor, Dr. Tate Huffman at Core Charlottesville! I was doing GI Jane pull-ups with Erin and hurt something in my neck. Fearing the worst, I went to have my neck checked out the next morning. Some electro-work, a quick adjustment and massage and he had me back to normal a day later. We are on the same soccer team this summer, so we were both glad I didn’t have to miss a game : )

That’s all for today folks!

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  2. Taylor says

    Looking forward to the salt and I’m always looking for an easy to use lip color so I’m definitely going to check that out. Love your blog and your upbeat vibe.

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  3. Cori R. says

    We mix salt and lime zest to sprinkle over grilled sweet potatoes. Delish. The salt looks like a must have in our kitchen.

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  7. Liz R. says

    That salt looks incredible. I would probably end up using it most on roasted veggies, but sea salt caramel brownies would be the best use!

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  10. Kelsey @aslolife says

    Great finds! I’ll have to check out the GAP workout shorts–I always use the Old Navy version since they have that $5 sale every once in awhile, but I bet the GAP ones are nicer.

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  12. Sashi @ GetOffTheCouchAndCook says

    I actually just made bacon salt this weekend. I love the little extra oomph pf flavor the ground bacon pieces give the plain old kosher salt from the grocery store. I love just a loght sprinkling of crunchy salt over my steamed or roasted veggies. Yum!

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  14. Kel says

    Glad your neck is better!
    For salt — I would say tortilla chips with fresh made salsa or pretzels and hummus….

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  16. Brianna K. @ Hungy Gator Gal says

    I jut bought a pair of G-Stride shorts too! They’re the only shorts aside from Nike Pro compression shorts that I can do squats in without feeling like the seam is going to rip, haha. They were marked WAY down on clearance and came in a beautiful emerald green color. Yay for sales! 🙂

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  25. Jen says

    I tend to over-salt (just love my salt!), but I bet I could cut back and get the full flavor with Azctec Sea Salt! I’d love to try it 🙂

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  27. Laura says

    I am going to have to check out those shorts! I’m always looking for the “perfect” pair of running shorts! And fun salt giveaway… sounds delish!

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  31. Marren says

    That’s so funny about the GAP shorts, I was in there this weekend and discovered the same shorts. They are awesome!

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  33. Cashmiere says

    Hi kath. What links are affiliate links? This makes me nervous in terms of product reviews, it makes me question whether you actually like the product or are simply saying you like it because you are getting paid to do so. Can you please clarify? Thanks 🙂

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    • KathEats says

      Just StitchFix and Birchbox mentions. If you’re nervous about affiliate links, it’s probably best to assume every link on a blog is one and just go to the site naturally : ) Sometimes I’m not getting a kickback, but the company still uses tracking code to see if a sponsored post was worth the investment and things.

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  36. Katie @ Peace Love & Oats says

    That converge docking station is so cool! I really need something like that for everything I have to charge!

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  39. Esther says

    I love the sandals you are wearing in the Gap fitness shorts pic. They look so cute (and comfortable!) What brand are they?

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  41. katie says

    i’m totally confused by that salt guy’s website. he claims that commercial salt is 99.7% sodium chloride and filled with toxins, whereas his special magic salt has 80+ minerals. it feels really pseudoscientific (as does anything with vague references to “toxins”). maybe as an RD you could weigh in by doing a post?

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    • KathEats says

      I haven’t researched salt extensively, but the minerals would vary depending on where the salt was made. I think the draw is more taste/texture than any particular health benefit (or toxin level in “regular” salt).

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  43. Becki @ Bites 'n Brews says

    I had a smoky margarita rimmed with black sea salt a few years back. I need to try to recreate that!

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  45. Jeanne T says

    There’s a salt revolution going on in my kitchen! I am a huge fan of pink himalayan salt, and I love a chipotle sea salt for a margarita rimmer–Yum!

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  56. Mollie K. says

    I love adding salt to enhance the flavor of mashed sweet & gold potatoes with tahini mixed in. yum so creamy!

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  58. Tera says

    I made a delish salad that needs a good coarse salt. Arugula, fennel, shaved manchego cheese, candied walnuts, sea salt with lemon oil for the dressing.

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  59. Laura@SneakersandSpatulas says

    I went to buy the salt and I see it’s $25 but I couldn’t find how much you get. I’m curious how much salt I’d get for that price. Can you tell me how many ounces your package is?

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      • Meghan says

        Laura, you should give Maldon sea salt a try if you can find it. It’s fabulous! It’s from the UK, and the salt is almost flaky – it’s a great finishing salt for almost anything. An 8.5 oz box should run between $6-10, depending on where you live (online is about $7 average). Jamie Oliver, Ferran Adria, Delia Smith and more all use it (I first saw it on one of Jamie’s shows), if that means anything to you. All I know is it’s my favorite salt, and the price is really reasonable.

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  60. Kate says

    I am a sea salt addict! There is great sea salt here in Maine but I would love to try this! I pretty much salt everything but my latest is my hardboiled egg/avacado/pico mash….omg…so good.

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  74. Pam B says

    Hiya Kath!!! I love trying new salts. Would love to try this too. Hope you have a great week!!! Thanks for having the giveaway. Blessed be, hugs!!!

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  80. Christi W. says

    Not so much a recipe, but my favorite use for salt right now is lightly sprinkled over ice cold watermelon 🙂

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  86. Alex @ Kenzie Life says

    I bet the Aztec salt would be amazing on some kale chips with olive oil and nutritional yeast!

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  91. Niko's Mama says

    I’d love to try that sea salt! Side note… I LOVE the colors of your chest of drawers – absolutely beautiful (blue is my favorite color!!) 🙂

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  92. Leslee @ Her Happy Balance says

    I’m convinced that good salt helps enhance the flavors in guacamole tenfold!

    And on an un-salt-relateed note, I love that docking station! Great color.

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  93. Shannon says

    I love salt on pretty much everything but there is nothing as good as a yummy avacodo with a little salt sprinkled on it.

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  95. Cate says

    My husband would love that salt atop a ripe tomato, but I would probably put some in a dessert for the flavor contrast.

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  96. Jayme says

    Is there somewhere else where we can find the Converge docking station? It’s EXACTLY what I’ve been looking for, but the link you provided says it’s not available for purchase.

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  97. Carla says

    I can really pile on the salt on my scrambled eggs 😉 Actually I’ve been using Himalayan Pink Sea Salt for this recently, because the granules are a nice texture…this Aztec salt looks very interesting! Hope I win!

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  100. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    I am not sure if you can call it a “recipe,” but I love making toast topped with avocado and salt!

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  101. SARA S says

    I would love to try out this salt…lately I’ve been collecting quite a few different kinds and this would be a great addition to my new obsession 🙂

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    • KathEats says

      It means you get to jump up into it instead of starting by completely limp hanging. So much easier (but still super hard)

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      • Allison says

        So…like calling modified push-ups “girl” push ups, they are GI Janes because they are easier? If I’m wrong, awesome, but if so it doesn’t really help the “women are weaker than men and should work out differently” stereotype. I know it’s not your phrase.

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  105. Robin says

    Oh, I love the look and texture of that salt! I was just diagnosed with low blood pressure and doctor ordered me to add more salt to my diet. Don’t have to ask me twice!!!

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  106. Hope says

    My favorite way to use salt is mixed with avocado… I top salads, toast, chips, all sorts of things with my concoction! 🙂

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  108. Leah says

    I really wish you would put prices on your reviews. I’ve never seen a blogger (or anyone really) do a review without providing this pretty basic information.

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    • KathEats says

      I’ve actually not seen many include prices. And I’ve never gotten this request before. But thanks for the feedback – perhaps I can include them more.

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      • Leah says

        Well I can tell you at least one reader would appreciate it! I loved the robot vacuum but my jaw dropped when I saw it was $600 in the comments.

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  111. ann says

    I love salt on pork chops that we grill or on eggplant, the salt pulls the bitterness out of the eggplant.

    Thanks.

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  114. Kelly says

    Love salt on pretty much everything!!! Perhaps my favorite is in my home made salad dressing – EVOO, red wine vinegar, dill, SALT, and fresh ground pepper!!

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  115. Jessie H says

    I love sea salt on baked sweet potato fries! Actually…any roasted veggie…so simple, but it adds so much flavor!

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  120. Jeri says

    I would use the sea salt on grilled smashed potatoes as a finishing salt. I have been trying a lot lately. So far my favorite is Smoked sea salt.

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  121. dominique says

    Hey Kath,

    I love your blog, and ALSO your wall colour! Any chance you recall which swatch colour you used for that beautiful soft turquoise paint?

    Thanks!

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  135. Ann-Marie says

    I love salt paired with something sweet, I bet that Aztec salt would be delicious on some homemade truffles!

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  137. Robin Enright says

    Hi, thanks for all the reviews. I love that shirt from stitch fix. Is there anywhere I could buy it in a store?

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  139. Cyn says

    Sea salt makes everything sound so much more inviting, especially when added to a dessert-love the sweet and savory together.

    It’s interesting how many naturally occurring different flavors there are. Would like to try a new one.

    Fun post!

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  145. Gita says

    Wow. Salt sound amazing. Would love to try that – roasted veggies, smashed fingerling potatoes and soft boiled eggs – yumm

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  147. Veronica says

    Have you done a full review of Birchbox on your blog? I’m on the fence between them and the Ipsy glam bag. Thanks!!

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    • KathEats says

      I haven’t done a full post about Birchbox but I LOVE it!!! I haven’t heard of Ipsy before, but I just signed up to get a subscription and see what it’s like. Just based on the profile and brands description, I’d totally give Birchbox the edge, but we’ll have to see.

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  151. Kathleen says

    That salt sounds amazing! I’m sure it would be yummy with just about anything, but I bet they’d be perfect on top of some brownies! 🙂

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  155. Nicole says

    I’m a big fan of different salts. Everything is better with a pinch especially roasted potatoes.

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  156. Christine says

    Out of curiosity, what color does the lipstick show up as?? Looks purple! Also, the salt looks fabulous.. I’m so into the salty-sweet thing right now!

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  159. Nancy says

    I really like your phone case! Can you tell me where you got it? The colors and wood tone are perfect!

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  161. Caroline says

    I love the layout of your blog! I’ve been a follower for years, but just realized how easy it is to go from the thought “I know I’ve read about that recently but I can’t remember when” to finding it! Not having to scroll through full length posts is such a time saver. (In case you’re curious, I was looking for the cord keeper to help organize my desk as I start grad school next month!)

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