Loganberry clafoutis (”clafoutis is a cross between a pudding and a cake in consistency, usually containing fruit”) is making us drool at Voracious, the blog of our recent contest winner Megan Barone. (Don’t forget we have a contest going right now!)

“Butternut squash is the best winter squash,” says Cold Climate Gardening — a great gardening resource for people who live in, you guessed it, colder climates.

Here’s a swell, sustainable dock for your iPod at Momeld.

Natural disasters are unfortunately top of mind again. You can revisit our post on emergency preparedness, and be sure to check out this little gem at Eating Well Anywhere on food for an emergency. (Via Not Martha.)

Have a splurge you need to save for? Check out the Consumerist for information on Smartypig — a goofy name for a site with a really great idea.

Speaking of great ideas, learn about Maghound, “The Netflix of magazines,” at Gawker.

You may have visited the Decorating Gallery at Better Homes and Gardens, but did you notice you can narrow down your search to rooms in specific decorating styles and colors? Another great idea!

While we’re on the subject, Apartment Therapy is gearing up for their annual Fall Colors Contest, and showcasing some previous winners for your inspiration. The entry forms will be posted at AT next week.

Will the organizational inspiration never stop? Casa Sugar has tips on something we were just thinking about: washing dishes by hand without being super wasteful.

Finally, we all obviously read a ton of design blogs. Which ones do you think are the most influential? You can cast your vote (and join in the debate) at Home Rejuvenation.

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