Rosscott, Inc.

Some geeky pumpkins like the Death Star, Optimus Prime, etc.  Yay fall!

Thanks to Systemic Stacy Lindsay, who sent in this wonderful gem.  At least, I think it was this Stacy, wasn’t it?  Still, here it is.  A wonderful case of The System being appropriated for a better use.  In case of emergency, I just wanna dance, dance, dance.

Just this morning, I thought to myself “does anyone actually read this blog?”.  This is of course an extension of the question “does anyone actually read this website?”.  My theory is that my mom somehow figured out how to make it seem like people are reading, except my mom is not that technologically advanced.

Back from my mom-related conspiracy, we have news that at least one person is reading these posts on things that interest me (generally design, coffee, nerdly stuff, and Mad Men).  Here’s another post from my friends over at Fleen:

Speaking of design and redesign, I want to point you to some nifty Design Things. We at Fleen have been enjoying The System since it launched over the summer, and more recently, have been digging into the Rosscott, Inc blog. It’s heavily focused on a) graphic design and b) Mad Men; I don’t watch the latter, but the former has some really nifty stuff highlighted. Go check out fake movie posters, typeface porn, cool error pages, brilliant infographics, and more.

As a long-time reader of Fleen, it has meant a lot to me every time I get mentioned over there.  Not to mention finding my way into their “A GOOD START” list of webcomics on the right side.  Thank you.

Following up on an earlier post about the mortgage crisis (herein referred to as “Econtastic ‘08″) comes this very simple, thorough site to help you understand what the hell is going on.  The long and short of it is you’re screwed, but understanding it can help soften the blow.  I’ll be softening the blow by asking you to buy some merch, as soon as I get that section of the site together.  Stay tuned.  Link

AMC’s Mad Men blog has just posted about Mad Men questions featured on Jeopardy.  Between that and the Michael Korrs clothing line, this cable show is having a real effect on the culture around it.  I may start wearing a hat to work.  Link