Crocheted Woodland Animals Modeled After Influential Women

Alexandria Milford, also known as quirky1crochet on Imgur, posted a series of photos, of crocheted animals that are modeled after influential women throughout history. The photo above is Rosie the Riveter Fox and Frida Kahlo Bunny. Some of her other creations include Rosa Parks Deer, Amelia Earhart Raccoon and Marie Curie Mouse. If you’re interested … Continue reading Crocheted Woodland Animals Modeled After Influential Women

Boba Fett Life-Size Figure

Boba Fett is not my favorite Star Wars character, but I think I need this life-size figure of him. Coming in at a full six-and-a-half feet, it’s packed with detail: Boba Fett is decked out from head to toe in an authentic replica of his Mandalorian armor, featuring an articulated helmet with adjustable rangefinder, intricately … Continue reading Boba Fett Life-Size Figure

This Star Wars Derby Hat Takes the Prize

I had the opportunity to spend some time at Kansas City’s longest-running science fiction convention, ConQuesT, this weekend. I ran into my friend Annastasia Webster, of Stasia Crafts, there, and her hat bowled me over. Stasia is known on the con circuit for her stunning hats, and this Star Wars confection was no exception. “You … Continue reading This Star Wars Derby Hat Takes the Prize

Make Your Own Lightsaber!

Ever wish you had your own Star Wars lightsaber? Now you can, thanks to this video tutorial by Geekbuilder Shawn Jolicoeur! His video gives a brief overview of the steps he took to build a lightsaber from a metal pipe. Very realistic-looking! The YouTube video also includes an epic lightsaber battle with his younglings, complete with … Continue reading Make Your Own Lightsaber!

I Find Your Lack of Coffee Disturbing . . .

I often tell folks how I’m a coffee-powered robot, so is it any wonder that these caught my attention: They’re Free Star Wars Printables from Jamie at the blog Some of This and That, and they’re hilarious.  From pithy quotes, like “May the froth be with you” and “It’s a frap!”, if you love coffee … Continue reading I Find Your Lack of Coffee Disturbing . . .

A Star Wars: The Force Awakens Mural For a Fan

Emily Rose’s 7-year-old daughter has always been a huge “Star Wars” fan. After the family saw the newest film in the saga, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” Rose knew a mural would be the prefect way to celebrate her daughter’s admiration of Rey, the movie’s lead woman character. Rose told HuffPost they had difficulty finding … Continue reading A Star Wars: The Force Awakens Mural For a Fan