January 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

For once, follow through with New Year’s resolutions.

DESIGN
Photo Books
What: Create an elegant linen-bound book (at a totally reasonable price) to show off all your favorite snapshots.
Why: You’ll be one step closer to picture perfect.
Where: Online at blurb.com.

WEAR
Birks
What: The hippie-dippie comfy footwear now comes in sleek black patent.
Why: These Birks were made for walking.
Where: Online at birkenstockusa.com.

PLAY
Games
What: The online shelves of this boutique are jammed with vintage board games sure to take you down memory lane.
Why: Those who play together stay together.
Where: Online at 1stingames.com.

JOIN
CSA
What: Bypass the supermarket and sign up to get sustainably grown food from local farmers.
Why: It’s food for thought.
Where: Online at localharvest.org.

MAKE
Anything
What: The sky’s the limit with upscale patterns, yarn, fabric, and needles from this NY-based boutique.
Why: Save money by making that overpriced dress yourself.
Where: Online at purlsoho.com.