Online - July 02, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Let the fireworks begin.

DECORATE
Loxii Wall Graphics
What: Liven up your abode with colorful decals for kids and grown-ups. We heart illustrator Samantha Hahn’s brocade and picture frame designs.
Why: Make your walls talk.
Where: Online at loxii.com.

SHOP
Sigerson Morrison
What: The coveted line of footwear has finally launched an online boutique.
Why: It’s about time. And summer shoes are on sale.
Where: Online at sigersonmorrison.com.

COOK
Meatball Grill Basket
What: Give your meatballs that smoky, barbie-cooked taste with this handy new contraption. You can make up to twelve at once.
Why: Keep the balls rolling.
Where: Online at williams-sonoma.com.

LISTEN
Discovery
What: Rostam Batmanglij (Vampire Weekend) and Wes Miles (Ra Ra Riot) have combined forces for their latest musical endeavor. Buy their amazing debut album, LP, now when $2 from every purchase goes to Oxfam America.
Why: It’s uncharted territory.
Where: Online at amiestreet.com.

BUY
Recycled Plastic Bag Animals
What: Disadvantaged artisans in Cape Town, South Africa, handcraft these little snake, chicken, and ladybug figurines.
Why: It’s a jungle out there.
Where: Online at wow-imports.com.