Author: Tara

Libations

PB&J Vodka

Want a vodka that will remind you of your favorite childhood lunch? Van Gogh has created a PB&J vodka that sounds very intriguing. They say: “The fragrance of our PB&J vodka is predominantly of peanuts complemented by the fresh fruit aroma of raspberry. In the mouth, the roles are reversed […]

Geek Etiquette

Geek Etiquette: Female Role Models

The Geeky Hostess is gonna help you get your manners on! Have an etiquette question or topic suggestion? Email tara@geekyhostess.com! A Katniss Barbie doll is available for pre-order today, which makes me pretty excited. This tough girl is family-oriented, not fixated on beauty, and extremely brave. The Barbie is not […]

Gift Ideas

Pixel Heart Mug

  Some people don’t feel fully alive until they have their morning coffee or tea. With this Pixel Heart mug, you can make sure the whole world knows that. The heart fills up red once you pour a hot liquid in the mug, proving that you’re ready for any boss […]

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Get Ready for Geekster

Easter is coming up this Sunday, and like me, you may be totally unprepared. (It doesn’t help that there are plenty of cons the same weekend!) If you need some help putting together something fun, check out these links: Zombiepocalypse Easter Basket from Offbeat Bride Geeky Easter Eggs from Neatorama […]

Gift Ideas

TARDIS Dice Bag

Dragon Chow makes all kinds of great dice bags, but I audibly gasped when I saw this one yesterday. Combine my love of D&D and Doctor Who? Put all of my dice in a bag that is arguably much bigger on the inside? Be the envy of all my friends? […]

News

Tara’s at Norwescon!

I’ll be heading out to my very first Norwescon today, and I’m looking forward to it! I’ve been invited as a pro, and will be on the following four panels: Gaming & Community Thursday 9 pm Cascade 3&4 Game communities have grown beyond small game clubs, web forums, and IRC […]

Geeky Fashion

DC Converse Sneakers

Want to rep your favorite heroine while staying comfy at your next con? Leave the cosplay at home and opt instead for these Converse sneakers. Batgirl, Catwoman, and Wonder Woman are all available at Journeys for $59.99 each.

Geek Etiquette

Dalek Says Relax

Between ECCC, Norwescon, PAX East, and the launch of Job Hunters, this week has been a busy one. Lucky for me, I stumbled across this Dalek relaxation tape. I feel so much better! Don’t you?

Geeky Fashion

Geek Fashion: Finds from ECCC

If you’re looking to expand your geek wardrobe, look no further than  your local con. In the past I’ve purchased t-shirts and aprons, but this year I focused on fun accessories. Lucky for you, you can pick up everything I got online! Take a look: Tardis Scarf I’ve been eyeing […]