TGIF, 12/3/10 Edition

("Hanging Wreath" by Wayne Pate)

The first weekend of December is here! While I slowly started decorating the apartment this week, we'll really get our place Christmas-ready this weekend because...

...oh by gosh, by golly, it's time for mistletoe and holly!

I'm also hoping to:

• start and finish a few Christmas crafts
• plan the menu for our holiday party
• pick up a West Elm rug for our "den"

Before we head out for the weekend, I wanted to share some news from around the design blog world. For one, Wayne Pate is offering free shipping in the U.S. through December 31st. I have his "Urns" print in my living room and love it! Here are some more of Wayne Pate's designs that would make perfect presents this holiday season:

("Bouquet" by Wayne Pate)

("Teapots" by Wayne Pate)

("For the Birds" by Wayne Pate)

Secondly, for readers in the New York City area, the 2010 Martha Stewart Holiday Craft Sale is tomorrow, Saturday, Dec. 4th from 12-6PM. If you're in the neighborhood, definitely check it out. Wonderful artisans such as Rifle Paper Co., The Purl Bee, and Kiki & Polly will be there selling their fabulous wares.

All the important details:

Starrett-Lehigh Building
601 West 26th Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10001

Whether you're decorating or partaking in other holiday activities, I wish you all a wonderful weekend. Adieu, readers.