R.I.P.

David Foster Wallace died last weekend. He was a great writer. I think everyone should read his first essay in Consider the Lobster. It highlights (in a very funny way) how bad and destructive the porn industry is. I am sad he is gone.

I'd like to buy the world

an evlove sharpie. This is a really fun idea-- perfect party gift for a crew of taggers, or crafty friends. How would you personalize yours?

Around the world in

Crafts. Since I never get to travel as much as I'd like, I'm going to do some cyber exploring. This week I'm starting with Wales, the land of my birth. Get excited.

Collected

Owls are a trendy animal right now (I am projecting foxes to be next year's hot little creature). My sister Jane began collecting them years ago-- it's fun to go through her shelves and travel the world of owls. I love people who have collections-- it makes it so easy and fun to find gifts for them. What collections are y'all working on these days?

Friday Afternoon Tunes

Because you want to leave your computer. I got to talk to this guy on the phone yesterday. Argentinian + Swedish = amazing combo. This song is so pretty (better than the original, no?)

Is it wrong

To want to buy these because I love the rainbow colors? They just look so darn pretty all in a line.

Adam and Eve

had it right. My favorite snack this time of year is figs (from the tree in my yard!) and goat cheese. Trust me, the sweet and tangy combo is amazing. I was happy to see Martha gave figs a nod this month as well (thought I'm sure my California dwelling ones are tastier than hers..). September Living also has some good fig recipes.

Grand Marquee

My cool kid idols over at Something's Hiding In Here have this cool new billboard project at an Urban Outfitters. It reminds me of this great mini marquee from ReadyMade-- perfect for leaving messages for the people you live with.
You could also get all DIY with marquee lettering from places like this.

7 year Itch?

Ahem, more like the three week long cold. I have tried every remedy (scientific, folksy, scary) that anyone has suggested, but to no avail. Anyone got some magic bullets for this sniffle? I'm sick of feeling like that one kid....

Y10K

We had an exciting milestone here at evlove yesterday. At 2:27:59 pm PST someone became our 10,000 visitor. If you clicked here through Jordan's blog and are located in SF on a pacbell server, leave me a comment below and you will get a very special surprise evlove gift package-- for checking us out.Dorthe Alstrup Image found via Oh Happy Day.

Did the Dew

I just wrote this piece for yourheartout. Lindy introduced me to dew in Provo. If you're in the vicinity, get there now. I LOVED it.

Smiley Face

when you find this on your front porch....
and it turns out to be full of these

Saving the Benjamins

In honor of Banana Republic's 30th Anniversary you can get 30% off purchases online or at the stores-- only today. Type in the promo code Happy30 at the checkout. Happy shopping! I wouldn't mind this or this.

Hot Mama

I finally got to meet my niece Nora in person. Here she is with my sister Hillary. Good genes, eh?

Back to School

More things I'd like to stuff my backpack with.. pretty blue folders from here.

Back to School

Man, this jacket from anthropologie is so cute. Love the plaid, the shape, the built in scarf.

Back to School

Things I'd like to stuff my backpack with.
#1 these pencils from MUJI via the MOMA store

Pack Rat

I always try to pack lightly, but it seems like I always fail. I check out tips like these but it seems like it never all quite fits. Cute jeans, a skirt, a dress, a sweater, a cute top or two, flats, toiletries.. etc. it just seems to expand. Have you guys got any good tips for looking put together on the road, but not bringing the kitchen sink with you?*Have been lusting after this Samsonite Black Label suitcase for ages.

Dark Crystals

I love the sci-fi meets hippy vibe of this agate and silver necklace. Very cool fusion of modern with earthy. And green! Pair it with some jeans and basic white shirt of your choice, and I'm pretty sure you can have the nerd of your choice.

The Organized Life

The Autumn always makes me feel the mini-stir of back to school excitement. Much like New Year's, I tend to take stock of my life and try to get things in better order. I've been working on coralling and organizing all of my art supplies lately (stay tuned for progress). These daily organization tips from Martha are great. I especially like this article about de-cluttering. What about the rest of you-- got any back to school resolutions? p.s. special shout out to all my friends who are teachers-- hope you have a great year!