This card may just look like a lot of printed zeroes and ones, but true dorks (and computers) will know that there's much more to it than meets the eye. One of a range of technology cards by Folksy seller Jane Cameron, the clever card carrries the message 'Happy birthday', written in binary code. … [Read more...]
Mobile Gaming: Tiny Troopers Review
Finnish developers Kukouri have teamed up with Chillingo to give us Tiny Troopers, a game that seems unashamedly influenced by Sensible Software’s 1993 classic Cannon Fodder. Even the tagline “Give war a chance” seems like a blatant take on Cannon Fodder’s classic theme tune. Drawing inspiration … [Read more...]
Sinbad: House of Games – Dork Review
The third episode of Sinbad aired last week, and yes, this review is a little late. Sorry, much like Sinbad himself, I was off voyaging (to Austria, via Ryanair), but thankfully nerd completism demands I get it done. Last time, I said the show was an interesting set-up for a Merlin-esque fantasy … [Read more...]
Panning for Internet Gold: The Great London Sports Day edition
If your week has not been immediately improved by this superhero manatee, then for all of our sakes, turn back now. These links aren't for you, son. These links are for folks with soul. Pick a flag, any flag It's London's proudest moment, if you discount inspiring Charlie Dickens, recovering … [Read more...]
Shop of the week: Casabu. Discounted designer baby gear
Up until a couple of years ago, I generally ignored or resented the existence of children. But then my cousins and friends started having kids. And my best friend asked me to be godmother to her (ridiculously adorable) son. Now I can't walk past a toy shop without indulging in a spend for the … [Read more...]
How to: Make a footstool out of an old jumper
This is such a clever yet simple idea from Bethany over at Bethsco. She bought an old 100% wool sweater from a thrift store and up-cycled it into a handy ottoman-style pouffe foot-rest. To make this footstool, you will need: An XL men's charity shop jumper (real wool if you can find … [Read more...]
Retro Bakelite Alarm Clock. Simple but lovely
These Bakelite Alarm clocks from Dotcomgiftshop (£9.99) carry much of the charm of ye old world Bakelite goods, but are missing that musty aroma that you get from real vintage. The colours are the right shade of retro, and the plastic is almost as good as the real thing. All that's missing is … [Read more...]
Muse Rabbit Ears Vibe: stimulating but cute
We've already established that Emma disapproves of any sex toy that's got a cute little face on it. And looking at this Muse Clitoral Rabbit Ears Vibrator (LoveHoney £49.99), I think she may have a point. There's something a little unnerving about this chap's wide-faced grin. And the set of … [Read more...]
Sew Nerdy: A geek craft extravaganza
If you're lucky enough to be over in Florida at the moment, you might like to pop over to the Sew Nerdy art show at the Bear and Bird gallery, Lauderhill. There will be displays from Allison at Crafty is Cool, Heidi Kenney's "This American Life" Plush series as well as all manner of other … [Read more...]
Super-comfy Belvia bra: review
Taking your bra off at the end of a long day is one of life's true joys. If you are lucky enough not to have to wear a bra (for reasons of gender, breast size or whatever) you may get your kicks from taking off an especially snug pair of trousers or underpants and donning elasticated trackie … [Read more...]
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