HallowQUEEN FEARceness!

Halloween weekend is upon us, and we know what a DRAG the costume selection process can be, but why should YOU be the only thing to get dressed up?

This year, dress up your wine with a FEARce devilish stiletto wine holder- you have to admit, it's devilishly good looking. We're quite certain Derek Zoolander would agree!

While you're at it, pick your poison by dressing up your home with these potion apothecary jars, too much? Well, how about one of these miniature potion bottle openers? Choose from: "Coffin Drops," Eye of Newt," and "Venomous Vapors." Each bottle features a magnetic back for easy attachment to the fridge or decorative display.

Like a little year-round Halloween flare in your home? You'll bloody love this true blood bath mat and coordinating liquid shower gel. To complete the look, you can finish the room with a weather-sealed canvas featuring your favorite custom-created 8 x 10 art canvas.

Now get to it HallowQUEENS- WURRKKK!

Come Out Come Out!

Show your support for LGBT History Month with a "Coming OUT" mug! When you add a hot beverage to this clever Out of the Closet mug, 14 great gay icons will magically emerge from behind the closet doors! Possibly the most "out"rageous and proud cup of coffee or tea, you'll ever consume.

Images featured when warm include: Willa Cather, Michelangelo, Walt Whitman, James Baldwin, Tchaikovsky, Freddy Mercury, Oscar Widle, Sappho, Alan Turing, Audre Lorde, Andy Warhol, Michel Foucault, Yukio Mishima, and Gertrude Stein.

While you're at it, pay a visit to LGBTHistoryMonth.com to learn about the achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons. Each day in October celebrates a different LGBT icon, 31 in all, so if this is news to you, get to the site and catch up via the icon video links. BTW, today's icon is a favorite. . .Ricky Martin! I'm reading his memoir "Me" now, and admire his courage and honesty in the struggles of being a gay man in the public eye.

Pick Your Poison!

Well known for our selection of unique and eclectic tabletop items, This pair of white porcelain salt & pepper shakers marked "Cocaine" and "Speed" is no exception. A hot pinch of these spices will surely have you addicted. Pick your poison!

And speaking of poison, also check out these amazing classic pharmacy urns, imprinted with the names of three deadly toxins: Belladonna, Arsenic, and Hemlock. Of course, you may opt to just store candy inside these food safe jars. After all, Halloween is just around the corner. See all of PHAG's frightful delights here!

Rest Easy- We've Got You Covered!

We're happy to introduce our brand new linen tufted bed. Drawing inspiration from the palatial luxuries of 1800s European royalty, this king bed is a modern take on the rich furnishings of years past. Made of a solid wood frame with black finish, this luxurious bed features a gray linen-upholstered headboard with foam padding and button detail. Being a platform bed, the slats (included with purchase) serve as a box spring, so only a mattress is required. Finishing off the piece are black wood legs with non-marking feet.

Rest easy- with our eclectic assortment of contemporary and artisan furnishings for your bedroom life is a dream!

Back 2 Superlicious School

It's that time of year, you know, when the end of summer is near and just the thought of school draws a tear. But let's not focus on the stress of it all, instead, let's remember what makes B2S a ball!

For starters, it's time to strap on a brand new bag! Our easy-clean vinyl POP Messenger collection features bright colored messenger bags with pop culture graphics. Choose from "Peace Out" (Buddha), "Prince Charming" (Rubber Duck), and "Superlicious" (Poodle).

Fill your new bag with our designer mini flip notebooks to keep track of all your important notes and quotes.

And, after so many days of summer R&R, you'll need to get those creative juices flowing. Our designer origami kits will enable you to create your own fashion line, or make a room full of paper furniture. Your imagination is the limit, so get folding.

Oh, and if B2S, for you, means something a little more mature- our "adult" paint by number set is the answer for sure!

Gardening that doesn't "Succulent!"

It's a win-win anytime you can find a creative way to reuse combined with bringing a little "life" inside your home or office. Our suggestion, upcycle an old container and fill it with a succulent plant. Succulents require little maintenance, so they're incredibly easy to take care of. They add a bit of charm to any space making great house plants (and gifts)!

The first step (and probably the most enjoyable) is to choose a container. Rather than a conventional pot, upcylce an old mug, vintage creamer, jar, or can to use as your planter. The options really are endless! If you like the look, but don't have any of these items handy- hit up a yard sale, or pick a charming tabletop piece from your favorite retailer. Either way, a non-traditional container will give the plant a unique and attractive home that looks good in the center of a table, on a desk, or a patio.

The next step is to get dirty. As we mentioned, caring for succulents couldn't be easier, so to plant them, no green thumb is required. Once you have selected your container(s), fill them with potting soil and place a succulent on top. When using succulent (echeveria) cuttings, they root easily, so it shouldn't take more than three weeks.

Finally, show your new plants a little TLC. You don't have to water succulents frequently (usually about one or two times per month). Be careful not to over water the plants since the water can't escape from the container. Succulents can live in these beautiful containers for a long while, just be certain to give them plenty of access to bright sunlight!

Boys of Summer!

At PHAG, we're BIG phans of PhillyGayCalendar, as they help our community promote events and stay connected for FREE all year long!

To help support their free service, PhillyGayCalendar holds an annual fundraiser- Boys of Summer. The 8th Annual swimsuit party is happening this Friday, and you're invited! This year, the party will include a special performance by Manila Luzon, the Asian Glamasaurus from RuPaul's Drag Race.

Friday August 12, 2011
9:00pm - 3:30am
Voyeur Nightclub - 1221 St James (13th and Locust)
SPINNING: DJ Carl Michaels
FEATURING: Manila Luzon Live on stage

Remember, ALL proceeds benefit PhillyGayCalendar.com and their efforts to keep Philadelphia's LGBT community organized. Now suit up and show up!