geeky recipe and party ideas
Knob Creek Metal Arts have created SO many amazing bookends that you’ll have a tough time picking your favorite. They have words and designs that will accentuate the types of books you most like to read. I’m loving this dragon and knight set–it would be perfect to hold all of our D&D books!
Bookends, $40-45 per set, available at Etsy.
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I love getting dressed up, but am often missing that something special that will make me stand out. LEDs and Fiber Optics to the rescue! Light up clothing can be subtle or shocking, but it will definitely catch people’s eye. Here are some sites and designers that specialize in the style:
The designers of Katy Perry’s dress for the MET Costume Institute Gala, CuteCircuit is the place to go for more upscale and fashion-forward designs. This dress is a ready-to-wear model influenced by Katy Perry’s design.
Looking for something a bit more casual? Flashion Statement creates light up shirts in women’s sizes–you can even order your own design! Great for your epic laser tag team.
Want to try your hand at making your own light up clothing? Cool Glow has a variety of EL wires available, as well as other accessories like shoelaces.
If this is all a bit too much for you, perhaps you can start with a light up shoe clip. See a DIY post here!
Would you wear light up clothing?
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 with the raspberry taking center stage supported by the toasty flavor of peanut butter and a hint of vanilla on the side.”
I would try it. Check out their site for recipe ideas!
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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 dressed in her flaming red dress or anything cutesy–it features her arena outfit with a loose braid and no makeup.
The doll and the success of the Hunger Games has made me wonder: are we getting stronger, more well-rounded female role models? Are girls “playing pretend” as Katniss instead of a princess waiting to be rescued? And is Katniss, a character in a very violent book/movie series, a good role model? Or is it teaching girls that violence is an acceptable response?
I’d like to open this up to all of you: What are your thoughts on society’s current female role models, fictional or not? Who is your female role model? And if you have kids, who do you steer them towards?
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 battles or early morning meetings that may come your way.
Pixel Heart Morph Mug, $14 at Urban Outfitters.
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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:
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? Yes please!
The Tardis bag, like many of her dice bags, is $13. You can see all of her designs (featuring tons of other great geeky fandoms!) at DragonChow.com.
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 as social networking has integrated with game companies – thereby creating even more game communities. Our panelists will discuss social networking and creating a positive community via chat tools, web forums, Twitter, Facebook, and 3rd party news/blogs.
Tim Nightengale (M), Burton Gamble, Tara Theoharis, Kate Merriwether Lynch
How to Sell Yourself
Friday 9 am Cascade 11
An artist needs more than talent to be successful. One must learn how to create a polished and professional image as well. You may have intelligence and creativity; but that isn’t enough! Learn how to not only create a portfolio, but how to put your own personal best foot forward when presenting yourself and your work to shops, galleries, and publishers.
Kate Merriwether Lynch (M), Claire Hummel, Tara Theoharis
Privacy in the Age of the Internet
Friday 8 pm Cascade 6
People today, especially young people, live so much of their lives on line. How do you draw lines between your personal and professional life? What constitutes “over-sharing” in this day and age? And when is it appropriate or not appropriate for private businesses, the government, and other citizens to harvest the data that exists out there about you?
Sonia Orin Lyris (M), Brian D Oberquell, Tara Theoharis, David Nasset, Sr.
New Media DIY: Video
Friday 9 pm Cascade 11
Webseries, video podcasts, etc – what you need, and how to do it
J.C. Gordon Granger (M), Tara Theoharis, Jesse Simpson, Ryan K. Johnson, K Wiley
I don’t know much about Norwescon, but it looks like there’s a fun mix of academic panels, crafty panels/workshops, games, and movies. Although my panels only run Thursday and Friday, I’ll be back down on Saturday to play my first game of Fiasco.
Are you attending Norwescon? Any tips or tricks for a n00b like me?
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.
I’m taking a quick break from showcasing geeky products to show you what I’ve been working on for almost a year. Check out the first episode of my web series, Job Hunters!
