Batman is not exactly the first superhero that comes to mind when you're on the look-out for cute Amigurumi patterns. But I assure you, this yarn-Caped Crusader is absolutely adorable. … [Read more...]
Heroes and Villains cushion
Who doesn't love superheroes? Well if you don't like superheroes then that must mean that you are a villain, right? In which case you will still want this cushion from Ohh Deer. Win-win!This Heroes and Villains cushion is a creation by artist Jack Teagle. It features geeky favourites … [Read more...]
The best geeky sock patterns
It never ceases to amaze me how much there is out there for crafty geeks online! There are endless projects out there on the web to browse through, but here is my round up on the best geeky sock patterns. Michelle has already covered the free TARDIS socks knitting pattern for us (and there's … [Read more...]
The Dark Knight Rises: What are you looking forward to?
Unless you've been living in a (bat)cave for most of 2012, you'll know that the third and final instalment of Christopher Nolan's Batman arrives in cinemas today *SQUEAL* I've no doubt that the majority of geeks reading this will have already seen the trailers, watched the première footage, … [Read more...]
Ooh, what a tease! First clip from The Dark Knight Rises
There's some serious Acting going on in this scene. Intense stuff from Gary Oldman and Joseph Gordon-Levitt (John Blake) as they talk in a gloomy Gotham about just who exactly that fella with the big ears is. Apparently, he's "The Batman" (just in case any of you were hoping for the Scatman) … [Read more...]
Superhero outfits for you and your little ones
If you're not content with dressing your children up in superhero t-shirts and babygrows, you can now take the geek thing a whole step further by dressing yourself up in a matching top. [Related: Marvel Super-Hoodies] People will think it's cute and not at all weird. Fabric Flavours, makers … [Read more...]
The Dark Knight Rises – Join Team Bane in New Online Game!
With only a month or so before The Dark Knight Rises, um, rises, the marketing campaign is moving into full throttle. We have viral scavenger hunts, trailers and TV spots in huge numbers and, finally, a free online Command & Conquer styled strategy game! It’s called The Fire Rises and it … [Read more...]
Fathers’ Day special: Geeky gifts for your Dad
If like me, your Dad is a bit of a geek (let's face it, most of them are responsible for our own nerdy obsessions) you might want to get them something a little different this Fathers' Day. Whether your Dad is a secret Trekkie, a Doctor Who fanatic, a Superhero on the weekend, or even Darth Vader … [Read more...]
Video Skive: Video killed the karaoke delusion
Your must-see footage of the week includes: The Texas karaoke bar who encourage you to film your emotional rendering of The Ting Tings and then play it on a local TV station. Jon Hamm becomes agony uncle for Rookie Mag's teen girl readers. Achieves previously unseen levels of … [Read more...]
Avengers, Dark Knight Rises and Amazing Spider-Man – Superheroes Of Summer 2012
Last summer, a group of lesser known superheroes banded together to take the box office by storm, with decent results. (Well, except Green Lantern.) But this year, the big boys are back to show them how it's done. I'm talking about Avengers Assemble, The Dark Knight Rises and Amazing Spider-Man, of … [Read more...]