Online - September 24, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Get in the mood.

EAT
Tea-Infused Cupcakes
What: Delish desserts made with sassafras, green, and berry teas. The Allure (a tangerine variety) is supposedly an aphrodisiac.
Why: It’s tea time.
Where: Online at layerscupcakes.com.

WEAR
Prize Ribbons
What: County fair-style awards are handcrafted from vintage ribbons and adorned with little gold animals.
Why: You’re a winner.  
Where: Online at theshinysquirrel.com.

SHOP
Terrain
What: The Pennsylvania-based home and garden shop stocks terrariums, outdoor furniture, chandeliers, sculptures, and more.
Why: It’s not rough.
Where: Online at shopterrain.com.

SAVE
Keep Company Sale
What: Thru Sun., take up to 75 percent off old stock and samples. We’re talking flannel slip-ons for as little as $30.
Why: You’re in good company.
Where: Online at keepcompany.com.

READ
Mathilda Savitch
What: Poet/playwright Victor Lodato’s amazing debut novel is told from the POV of adolescent Mathilda, who’s trying to piece together details about her sister’s tragic death.
Why: Growing up is hard to do.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

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