Online - August 13, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

This weekend, go swimmin’, swimmin’, in the swimmin’ pool.

WEAR
Alexandra Cassaniti Swimwear
What: The designer’s new line of reversible bikinis and one-pieces are made of neoprene — and they’re super cute.
Why: Surf’s up, dude.
Where: Online at alexandracassaniti.com.

USE
Hu2 Design Wall Graphics
What: The cool stickers include designs inspired by Banksy and Robert Indiana, plus an array of cityscapes, poster frames, and kid-friendly creatures.
Why: They beat watching paint dry.
Where: Online at hu2.com.

SHOP
Yard Sale Treasure Map
What: Enter your city and the handy new site will show you yard sales in the area. Then it’ll map out a route so you can hit ’em all.
Why: It won’t even cost you a nickel.
Where: Online at yardsaletreasuremap.com.

DRAW
500 Pencils
What: Every month (for twenty months) you’ll receive 25 pretty pencils in the mail — all with unique names like Pumpkin Pudding, Lobster Bisque, and Mermaid’s Gown.
Why: They’ll pass with flying colors.
Where: Online at 500pencils.socialdesigner.com.

EAT
Valerie Toffee Treats
What: The L.A.-based confectioner’s new sweets will melt in your mouth. Just try not to eat the whole bag in one sitting (like we did).
Why: You’ll have a ball.
Where: Online at valerieconfections.com.