This series is somewhat inspired by the poem “Howl” by A. Ginsberg. It’s about the dark side of capitalism and the dangers of conformity in the United States. Even with lyrics like this – I got to admit, these Molochs do have their cute side! What sphinx of cement and aluminum bashed open their skulls […]
Real smurfs
Artist and talent Nate Hallinan has spent a ton of time pondering what a real smurf would look like. Smurfs are the result of a symbiotic relationship between a mushroom and a creature. Embryos of the young are emplanted into developing fungi. Smurfs have heads like cap mushrooms and which might be mistaken for hats […]
8 awesome gifts for Halloween from Red and Main
These are so geek cute. Step forward Red & Main and present your awesome, etsy, hand-sculpted and kiln-fired beasties! If anyone wants to buy me one or more of these beauties they are most welcome to! I understand I’ve no space to put them but maybe I could try and bash a shelf onto a […]
This is a pocket chainsaw; works against trees but what about zombies?
Geeky retailing power house that is Think Geek are now flogging pocket chainsaw. They’re popular. Geeks like chainsaws. The concept is pretty cool, really, a chain in a tin – except the chain is a series of spiked links; exactly like a chainsaw. You loop it around your intended campsite fire and then ruffle it […]
Use a slinky to throw the laws of physics out of the window
Okay, when I watched this first I thought the laws of physics were being slung out of the window. This video shows what happens when we drop a slinky. Two important tips – keep on watching as they explain a theory as to why this is happening and then click on your answer when they […]
Is this link too complex?
For some sites it can be important to have a short and snappy domain name. Long and complex URLs are also out; better to hide your technology, better for branding on social media (prone to URL shortening) and looks less spammy. So, although this looks nice – I have to ask whether this link is […]
Space Invaders sofa
Fancy some retro alien action in your living room? Igor Chak has rather interesting looking couch that’s available for only a limited period of time. It’s a space invader couch. However, rather than floating around by your ceiling dropping laser bombs on to you – it should remain safely on the floor. It may even […]
Dreaming about the Samsung Galaxy Tab
I’ve had an Apple Mac and and iPhone. I’ve had a Windows Mobile phone and I still have an iPod Touch. I don’t regret the iPod Touch; it’s a great device but I do worry about my music being locked away. I’m holding out and not buying an iPad 2. I’m waiting for a good […]
Rittenhouse secures Game of Thrones trading card license
Rittenhouse Archives announced via their Facebook page that they’d secured the rights to the new Amazing Spider-Man movie, True Blood and Game of Thrones. The company makes trading cards and already has an impressive license list with the likes of Marvel, Star Trek, Warehouse 13, Spartacus: Blood and Sands and even James Bond. Rittenhouse has […]
Building the R2D2 Nerf gun
Here’s a site to watch – GirlyGamer.com.au. Why? Imagine not just a girly gamer – but a blogger who can design her own Star Wars inspired Nerf gun. Isn’t it a work of art. If you want to build your own then follow these simple detailed steps!.
