a useful thing

The DMC Color Card.

This was recommended to me by a friend who says it's useful for comparing to antique textiles as a universal reference (especially if you're like me and might want to re-create it :P).

Another potential use would be if you're looking for a fabric for someone else - if you both have the card as a common frame of reference, matches are much easier.

And this is one hell of a lot cheaper than any of Pantone's guides!

this are serious revolution

To beat the LolCats meme to death, LolRevolutionaries for the win, via geekchick. Favorite: Colonies not yours.

Happy 4th everyone (Americaners, at least)!

Update, 11:40 pm: doG help me, there is lolhistory(!)