Author: Tara

Blog, News

Join the Battle for The Net

Enjoy blogs and smaller sites like The Geeky Hostess? Then help us fight for Net Neutrality. Cable companies want to charge websites fees and slow down those that can’t pay–this will result in the demise of independent sites. Help us keep a free and open internet by signing a letter to lawmakers. […]

Blog, Geeky Fashion

MOAR Nail Wraps From Espionage Cosmetics!

Today, Espionage Cosmetics launched their second Kickstarter. If you missed out on their nail wraps the first time, need to refill your stock, or (like me) just can’t wait to get the new designs, you’ve gotta pledge now. The nail wraps are geeky, beautiful, and easy to use, and this […]

Blog, Events, News

Tara’s at PAX Prime!

PAX Prime begins tomorrow, and I’m already tired! I’ll be working the whole time, but luckily that means that you’ll always know exactly where to find me! On Friday, Sunday, and Monday, you’ll be able to find me in the Cards Against Humanity space at the ACT Theatre (connected to […]

Blog, Videos

New Video: Summertime Madness Book Tag!

My lovely friend Mallory tagged me, so I thought I’d finally make a video! Want more info on the cookbooks I mention? Find them below: Sprinkles!: Recipes and Ideas for Rainbowlicious Desserts The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence CakeSpy Presents Sweet Treats for a Sugar-Filled […]

Fun Food

Pre-Order Geeky Sprinkles!

Missed my Geeky Sprinkle Kickstarter? Now’s your chance to order sprinkles!  I opened up the pre-order page today so non-backers can place orders before the initial shipment arrives. You can purchase bottles of lightning bolt, blue policebox, steampunk gear, or meeple sprinkles as well as accessories like the Geeky Hostess apron, themed […]

Geek Etiquette

It’s Summer: Treat Yourself!

I work hard. And in the Summer, most normal people take some time to relax and rejuvenate. So when Robert Leonard Salon & Day Spa asked if I wanted to come in for a cut and a color, I decided to make a mini “Treat Yo Self” day. No, I didn’t […]

Fun Food

A New Nomiku is on Kickstarter!

You may remember my post about Nomiku from last November: It’s a super easy-to-use sous vide device and it’s about to get even easier and sleeker. The new Nomiku, announced today via Kickstarter, is smaller, has a larger screen, and is Wifi-compatible. This means you can use Nomiku’s “Tender” app […]