Clever.

The work if Riitta Ikonen is both surreal and hilarious. Her own words describe it best: “My work is concerned with the performance of images, through photography and costume design. Certain items, usually small and insignificant, excite me to the point where I have to wear them and then document that process. The super- garments I make open up new experiences. In my costumes tremendous things happen – to me and to the people I work with. Today I exploded an egg in the microwave. Next, I want to make an egg costume.” Read the full interview, and check out her stuff. Via Cool Hunting.

Not much info available yet, but a Bad Brains Documentary is now in post-production. Get a preview here. The film traces the history of the group from their inception in 1979, interviews with all 4 members, and testimonials from Henry Rollins, Adam Yauch and a number of others. We’ll be staying posted to the official MySpace page for release details.

Stretch in style with these biodegradable yoga mats from Jill Malek based on her lucious wallpaper designs. Via Design Sponge.

Restaurant Week in NYC is upon us again. I always miss this, but vow to take advantage in ‘09. Who says resolutions never come to fruition?  Recession-friendly deals from your favorite eateries. Find out who’s participating here (and give the finger to those who aren’t).

As much as people complain about the digital age dumbing down our communication, there is something to be said for wit found in short doses. Everything’s more compact – our phones, our computers, our words. Now you can win an award for it. Also, the One Sentence Archive is host to some of the best one-liners this old girl has heard.

When Winter hits NYC, I often think how nice it would be to have a little house somewhere just to get away. Breathe Inn seems like the next best thing – it’s like going to your fabulously stylish friend’s house in the country + room service and no hostess gift required. Interestingly enough, it was started by the original (although no longer involved with the company) founder of Triple 5 Soul. Inspiring.

“You probably own a digital camera and you’ve probably taken a bajillion photos with it. You may have printed a few. Well, it turns out there’s a whole world of things you can do with your photos and with your camera that nobody ever told you about. We find the most kick-ass photo tips, DIY projects, and gear and bring them to you…” -Photojojo

Sign up for their newsletter, and DEFINITELY peep their store. Santa: I want the item pictured above.

Playing For Change is a “multimedia movement created to inspire, connect, and bring peace to the world through music.” Another example of new media bringing together movement for change.

Dainty, feminine, classic – Caroline Swift. Items to wear, decorate & to present.