Disney fans take note: the house that was the inspiration behind the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland is up for sale. The Harry Packer Mansion was built in 1874 and is in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, a town that is known for its appreciation of Victorian architecture. Despite appearances (and the fact that it is currently used to host Murder Mystery Weekends), the current owners assure prospective buyers that the interior "is anything but spooky," with high ceilings, Tiffany stained glass windows, marble fireplaces, period antiques and fabrics. The mansion is about 4,500-sq. ft. and is priced at $1.75 million.

[the disney blog via boing boing]

Small with a hand-held strap, the Victoriana Beaded Hobo by Betsey Johnson tries to carry on the season's Victorian theme, seen on some runways in high collars and lace, to accessories. And it succeeds. The bag, available in both gold and black, is elegantly embroidered and decorated with color-coordinated beads. The top zipper has a horseshoe shaped zipper pull and the interior has both zippered and slide pockets for holding lipsticks, a cell phone or keys. Price: $225.