Wine not?

As the summer comes to an end (how did that happen?!) what better to do than sit out on your patio and sip a lovely, chilled glass of vino. Enjoy!

PLUS: All new to the blog, clickable images!

Beer, Beer, Glorious Beer

1. Spiegelau 4-pc. Beer Classics Craft Beer Tasting Gift Set. $42.95
2. The Many Varieties of Beer poster $25
3. The Brewmaster's Table: Discovering the Pleasures of Real Beer with Real Food $12.72
4. Church Key Bottle Opener $9.52
5. Nostalgia KRS-2100 Keg-O-Rator Refrigerated Beverage Keg Dispenser $361.97
6. Chimay Trappiste With Beer Cheese (8oz or 1lb) $22.18
7. The BrewTender Tabletop Beer & Beverage Dispenser $59.80
8. RSVP International 15-oz. Endurance Double Wall Beer Mug $21.95

Extreme Makeover: Bachelor Pad Edition

1. IKEA Barometer Work Lamp $49.99
2. Paris map art print $35
3. Drona Hexagonal Wine Rack by steric design $250
4. Libratone Lounge Standard AirPlay Speaker $1,299
5. Secrets of the Sommeliers: Think and Drink Like the World's Top Wine Professionals $20.79
6. JAR Designs 'The Bond' Sofa $1,542.79
7. Smorgasboard Dog Bowl $77

On the Go

You're out around town. What do you have? What do you need?

Here are a few things you might crave while you're out on the go...obviously peanut butter!

1. Totes Mini Umbrella Metro Dot at Target (prices vary)
2. Toms Eyewear $135 (gift that gives!)
3. Rickshaw 13" sleeve for MacBook Air in Orchid Performance Tweed $50
4. J. Crew Utility Fleece Half-Zip Henley $49.50 (on sale)
5. Nixon Mellor Watch $99.95
6. Fine Striped Oversized Scarf, Pesto Green $19.99 (on sale at Coldwater Creek!)
7. Justin's Nut Butter Honey Peanut Butter 3 Ten-Count Squeeze Packs $26.97
8. Timbuk2 2010 Classic Messenger Bag - Extra Large $110
9. Sorel Women's Tivoli Low II Shoe $95

What have I missed? What should I feature in the next "On the Go" guide?

Time for a Movie Night: Christmas Laughs Edition

Over the holidays my family and I watch at least 3 or 4 Christmas movies: while wrapping gifts, making popcorn garlands, drinking hot cocoa or just sitting around and spending the afternoon together. These are a few of our favorite funny Christmas movie staples. 

What movies do you watch with your family and loved ones over the holidays?

1. Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas DVD $11.49
2. Scrooged DVD $6.49
3. National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation (Special Edition) $8.99
4. The Santa Clause: 3-Disc Collection $24.99
5. Christmas with the Kranks $6.49
6. Wald Imports Oval Carved Willow Basket $12.06

Reddit Secret Santa 2011

Did you sign up for reddit Secret Santa 2011? Here are some awesome gift ideas to get your brains in gear. Then all that's left is to retrieve your match and ship out your awesomeness by December 12. Do it quick!

1. Swiss+Tech MMCSSS Micro-Max 19-in-1 Keychain Multitool $9.25
2. The Deadliest Sharks of All Time tee from Threadless $20 (on sale with code: FUZZY2011)
3. Rage Face meme vinyl decal $9.99
4. Chainmate 24-Inch Survival Pocket Chain Saw With Pouch $11.39
5. Mr. Beer Premium Gold Edition Home Brew Kit $42.95
6. Wildlife / Domestic Animals : Giant Squid 30" Plush Stuffed Animal Toy $16.43

Extreme Makeover: Bed Edition

This gift guide is for anyone who wants, or potentially needs, a bed makeover. A soft, plush, sink-into-it, don't-ever-wanna-leave it sort of bed makeover. Shop on!

1. Serenia 4-Inch Memory Foam Combo Topper, Queen $99.56
2. Pacific Coast Luxury Year Round Oversized Down Comforter (Queen/Full 90" x 98") $147.97
3. Hemstitched Supima Percale Bedding $28-168
4. Target Home™ Puckering Duvet Set - Lavender $59.99-69.99
5. Sunbeam Heated Blue Throw Blanket Electric Warming $29.95

Small Business Saturday 2011

Waking Life Espresso
Burgermeister's
Lexington Avenue Brewery
Tickets to a local performance
Cleaning or concierge services
Hop Ice Cream Cafe

Dorm Sweet Dorm

1. 4 Liter AC/DC Portable Mini Fridge Cooler Warmer (White) $45.49

2. SUMO Omni beanbag chair $139

3. IKEA Duderö floor lamp $14.99

4. 24x18 King of the Road print by Brainstorm $34

5. Caffé Vita Coffee and Chocolate of the Month subscription, 6 months $150

Time for a Nap

1. Tazo Calm Herbal Infusion Tea, Caffeine Free, 20-Count Tea Bags (Pack of 6) $28
2. Aroma Home Silk Eye Mask, Lavender $14.99 
3. Lug Life Nap Sac Blanket & Pillow (Ocean) $22.49 
4. Crochet Drop stuffed with Lavender $8 
5. Beech Wood alarm dock $40
6. Basalt Lava Hot Stones 40-piece massage kit $51.99