Star Wars Crochet Ships: Amigurumi Patterns

I’m mystified by people who can crochet good amigurumis, doubly mystified by those who can compose their own patterns (what are you, a wizard or something) and triply impressed by those who then have the patience to record and write those patterns down.  So what I’ve got for you today is just all POWPOWPOW. MysteriousCats sells … Continue reading Star Wars Crochet Ships: Amigurumi Patterns

HOWTO: DIY Star Wars Light Saber Lamp

I saw these Star Wars light saber lamps online recently and really wanted one for my sci-fi-themed office. Unfortunately, I couldn’t justify spending $65 on it – and even if I could, they’re not actually out yet. Every place I have looked has them sold out or not available yet. But… could I make one? … Continue reading HOWTO: DIY Star Wars Light Saber Lamp

Tutorial Tuesday: Leia Headband!

The folks over at NicNacNoodle have cooked you up a scrummy Princess Leia headband tutorial. The best bit is ,you don’t have to knit or crochet or anything like that! Infact this’d be a great rainy day project to keep the kids busy (and keep them geeky!) Now you can dress up as Princess Leia without … Continue reading Tutorial Tuesday: Leia Headband!

Tutorial Tuesday: Cardboard Millennium Falcon!

What do you give the baby that has awesome parents!? His own cardboard bucket of bolts :-) The awesome work of The Karpiuks isn’t a traditional tutorial but they’ve got great step-by-step photos on their flickr. Excellent work, now dress your baby as an Ewok… DO IT NOW!!. Go to the Karpiuks’ original blog post More … Continue reading Tutorial Tuesday: Cardboard Millennium Falcon!

Tutorial Tuesday: R2 D2 Party Cups!

Planning a Star Wars party? perhaps you’ve just got the complete saga on blu-ray and want to have an epic weekend marathon with all your wookiees? (Don’t worry, you don’t really have to watch The Phantom Menace, I won’t tell anyone… ) Catchmyparty.com have got your beverage requirements covered with this great tutorial on how … Continue reading Tutorial Tuesday: R2 D2 Party Cups!