November 20, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

One week till turkey time.

BUY
Artist Towel Series
What: Proceeds from these limited-edition beach towels go to Art Production Fund, a nonprofit that develops public art projects.
Why: You’ll get wet just to dry off.
Where: Online at worksonwhatever.com and target.com.

SHOP
Mint Jodi Arnold Sale
What: The NYC designer is giving us up to 60 percent off her pretty tops, bottoms, dresses, and more.
Why: They’re in mint condition.
Where: Online at buy.jodiarnoldnyc.com.

Nest Pretty Things
What: Crafty lady in Vermont hand-makes adorable hair accessories, note cards, and pouches.
Why: Feather your nest.
Where: Online at nestprettythings.com.

USE
Wine Soiree
What: Forego difficult decanters with this new gadget that aerates directly from the wine bottle.
Why: Beats putting a cork in it.
Where: Online at winesoiree.com.

EAT
Henry’s Sweet Potato Pie
What: The hole-in-wall D.C. spot is now offering its renowned pies online in DIY kit form. Did we mention they’re unbelievable?
Why: Wham, yam, thank you, ma’am.
Where: Online at henryssweetpotatopie.com.