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Supereasy, Supercheap Superhero Costumes From the Geek Mom Book
With Halloween -- and the release of Geek Mom: Projects, Tips, and Adventures for Moms and Their 21st-Century Families by Jenny Williams, Natania Barron, Corrina Lawson, and me -- fast approaching,...
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Add Electronics to Your Halloween and Enter the First SparkFun Costume Contest
Learn a few easy ways to add electronics to your Halloween costume.
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7 World Maker Faire New York Exhibits You Can Still Enjoy Online
Unfortunately for East Coast Maker Geeks, as of this writing, you've missed the flagship Maker Faire for this year (though perhaps you live near a Mini Maker Faire?). That doesn't mean you can't enjoy...
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My First Cosplay: Zita the Spacegirl
Since becoming an adult, I haven't really been interested in wearing costumes. Since becoming a parent, though, I'm all about getting my kids to wear costumes. When my seven-year-old expressed an...
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Reinvention: Sewing with Rescued Materials
Turn old t-shirts, jeans, burlap bags, even Tyvek mailers into useful items.
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Etsy Gift Guide Part One: Beauty, Fashion & Jewelry
If you're looking to buy away from the big name chain stores this holiday season, Etsy is a treasure trove of small sellers and handmade goods. Here are some of our favorites beauty, fashion and...
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Etsy Gift Guide Part Two: Toys, Homewares and Crafts
If you’re looking to buy away from the big name chain stores this holiday season, Etsy is a treasure trove of small sellers and handmade goods. Here are some of our favorite stores for crafts,...
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Review: Snip, Burn, Solder, Shred: Seriously Geeky Stuff to Make with Your Kids
If you want to spend 2013 with practical hands-on learning experiences, this is is a treasure trove of ideas. Better yet, they're all cheap ideas that you can do without buying a gigantic robotics kit...
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JoAnn Fabrics Goes Geek
Crafty Geeks of the world rejoice. JoAnn Fabrics now carries a line of licensed Star Trek and Star Wars fabric.
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Introducing GeekMom’s Block of the Month Quilt: The Key
Introducing the first ever GeekMom quilt-along. This will be a block of the month style steampunk quilt, and even beginners can get in on the action.
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The GeekMom Guide To Great Hats
Try one on, angle it for attitude, and face the world anew.
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An Idea For Everyday Crafts – Everyday!
Got the end of January blues? Need a resolution that will keep you engaged and is actually manageable? Take a peek at Craft-a-Day: 365 Simple Handmade Projects for some simple inspiration.
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February Block of the Month Quilt: Steampunk Goggles
It's time for February's block of the month in our GeekMom steampunk-themed quilt. t's never too late to get started, and it's never too late to get caught up. This month, the pattern is a steampunk...
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Spotlight on Geek Crafts: The Octonauts
If your children, or you, have an obsession with Meomi's The Octonauts and can't wait for the toys to hit US markets in March, take a look at these quick links to easy Octonauts crafts. From Crochet,...
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She’s Crafty: Why I Love The Google Martin Van Buren Commercial
During Killing Lincoln on The National Geographic Channel on Sunday night, my husband and I saw the Google "Martin Van Buren" commercial. It's about a young girl who announces to her mother just before...
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Subscription Box Review: KnitCrate
KnitCrate, a monthly subscription service for knitters, brings yarn, patterns, and goodies to your door every month.
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Mega Con 2013 or Bust!
Megacon is my favorite convention in Central Florida. This year, the convention welcomes the bridge crew of Star Trek The Next Generation including Captain Picard himself, Sir. Patrick Stewart. Also in...
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March Steampunk Block of the Month
The March steampunk block of the month is here! This month's block is a corset, a staple of female steampunk costumes.
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Star Wars Nursery — Yoda Would Be Proud
When one of my good friends, Fletch Arnold, learned he was going to be a dad, there was one thing on his mind...girl or boy, they were coming into the world a Star Wars fan. Fueled by the love of ...
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