A Study in Sherlock Holmes: Pendant

In preparation for next month's film release, we're scouting out all things Sherlock Holmes.

In homage to the great detective, pin this pendant on your tweed coat:


This hand-painted pin can also be worn as a necklace. The designer, dragoncat, also has other Sherlock Homes-inspired pieces.

A Study in Sherlock Holmes: Pocket Watch

In preparation for next month's film release, we're scouting out all things Sherlock Holmes.

You and Dr. Watson can sync up your watches with this cyberpunk-inspired treasure:


Designed by tempusfugit, this gold pocket watch features a see-through window that lets you spy on the gears inside the clock.

Day Trippin': Church of the Presidents

Attend church with the presidents on your next trip to DC.

"Happy Accidents in a Common Places" Hits Nerves in Its Look at Community

Community. It's something we talk a lot about at church. But how do we form community that isn't artificial? When are small groups, life groups, missional tribes, whatever you want to call them, a hindrance to our faith and development? David Zimmerman -- and those who commented on his article -- raises some of these issues in his article "Happy Accidents in a Common Place" over at Burnside.

Speak of community, have you seen the TV show on NBC? Hilarious.

A Study in Sherlock Holmes: Upcycled Vintage Train Case

In preparation for next month's film release, we're scouting out all things Sherlock Holmes.

Spotted on Etsy: this vintage train-case that's perfect for overnight trips to Dartmoor.

[images via Etsy]

The upcycled carry-on is designed by GetReadySetGO, a Florida (via Michigan) twenty-nine year old. Not only does it feature an on-trend skeleton key, but it comes with a working combination lock (with combo), so you don't end up with your own personal mystery on your hands.

Day Trippin': Fall Foliage in Sleepy Hollow

These are some shots of the stunning foliage out in Sleepy Hollow over Halloween. You just can't see leaves this pretty in New York City. Sleepy Hollow makes for a great day trip, if you're looking to venture out of the city.

Let the light of your face shine upon us, O Lord.
Psalms 4:6

A Study in Sherlock Holmes: The Capelet

In preparation for next month's film release, we're scouting out all things Sherlock Holmes.

This chevron tweed wool capelet, being sold by Vancouver's whiteapple on Etsy, would make for charming attire to wear on clue-gathering escapes.