I’m always excited to see new Bent Objects from Terry Border, and yesterday’s had me particularly pleased. He’s rendered one of Star Wars’ most beloved characters, Chewbacca, in chewing tobacco. He says he’s not a fan of snuff, and none was chewed in the making of this Bent Object, though. Ingredients- Plastic snuff container, wire […]
Fans of the 80s classic dark comedy horror film, Gremlins, will recognize this bit of advice immediately. A Mogwai is all cute and cuddly … until you get tricked in to feeding it after midnight. Flickr user, loveandasandwhich, created this awesome Gremlins applique piece, and includes a couple of in-progress shots of the fun fur […]
When I posted about stitchable iPhone cases back in July, folks went nuts (rightly so) and clamored to get them from a Japanese supplier. Thanks to those who originally ordered them from abroad and reported back here. If you weren’t able to get one, The Purl Bee is now stocking them. Flickr user, poppet with […]
I’ve always been fascinated with large-scale domino chain reaction set ups, but hadn’t seen this take, using popsicle sticks, before. When Think Geek tweeted this massive 1,000 stick chain reaction, I was delighted and baffled. I did a little digging around to find out exactly how this popsicle stick chain reaction works, and this video […]
Leia may have referred to him as a “walking carpet,” but most of us could appreciate the cuddly quality of Chewbacca. Pilgrim of Draw, Pilgrim! gives geeks the chance to snuggle everyone’s favorite wookie with this sweet pattern for a Chewie stuffed doll. Related: Star Wars Stitchery
Futurama fans, look no further. Your Halloween costume has arrived. Instructables user, kathara, shares her pattern for knitting a balaclava and mittens, Dr. Zoidberg-style. Honestly, these pieces are so practical, they would be great every-day items during winter, not just at Halloween. More: Knitted Bender Balaclava Brain Slug Headband Futurama’s Bender in Crochet
This wins as Geek Parent Craft of the Year in my book. Julie of Juile’s Blog created an amazing pair of quiet books for babies based on Star Trek and Star Wars, complete with activities like practicing the Vulcan Salute and destroying TIE fighters. I am in complete awe with her details and ability to […]
