Are you a supreme being? If you had Mary Poppins's measuring tape, what would it say about you? Much as I'd like to think I was practically perfect in every way, I suspect mine would probably just read "could do better". And yet I persist in attempts at personality makeovers. I'm always on the … [Read more...]
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The Google 2011 cushion
Every year since 2005, Brooklyn based design company ElastiCo has produced a cushion emblazoned with the top ten Google searches of that year. In this digital age of transient trends, where celebrities are forgotten as soon as their 15 minutes of fame is up, the cushion is a permanent reminder of … [Read more...]
Free Super Mario Mushroom Cushion Pattern
I have mentioned previously how well old school computer games lend themselves to cross stitching but that's by no means the old craft that works well. This free Super Mario Mushroom cushion cover pattern by the plaid scottie is a fine example of how good old patchwork techniques can be used to … [Read more...]
The best retro gadgets you can still buy
Ever hanker for the days when mobile phone batteries lasted all week and calls were never randomly dropped because your phone suddenly suffered a nervous collapse? Miss the days when your watch slightly patronised you by telling you the time in numbers and beeped every hour that went by? Well, … [Read more...]
Geek Chic Cosmetics
Sometimes it's tough being a girl geek in a market seemingly geared towards men, so it's fantastic to see a cosmetics company aiming to challenge that preconception with their range of cosmetics inspired by all things dorky. Geek Chic Cosmetics are a small independent US company (who ship … [Read more...]
Naim UnitiQute high end music centre: Review
When it comes to high-end music centres, I'm usually somewhat overwhelmed by the sheer size and weight of the units. But regardless of their bulkiness, the sound quality is undoubtedly better then your standard £50 music system from Argos. When Naim sent me their latest music centre, I was … [Read more...]
The best apps on Chrome’s Web Store
Oh Firefox. I've loved you for so long. Your reliable add-ons and stylish customised browser layout have kept me loyal for a long time. But I have something to confess... I've been cheating on you. With Google Chrome. I'm afraid Chrome's sexy new Web Store has seduced me. And it gets worse. I've … [Read more...]
What do the Dork Adore writers want this Christmas?
Want to know what the Dorks want in their stocking this Christmas? Here's a round up of what we're hoping Santa brings us this weekend. Check out our wish list -- which seems to consist mainly of TV boxsets and geek gear. … [Read more...]
Toyology: Which toys are top this Christmas?
Stuck for what to get your kids this Christmas? Then you're either very lucky to have a child with a conservative Dear Santa list, or they're not old enough to write yet. Either way, you're probably looking for a bit of inspiration of what to fill their stocking with. Which brings us to Toyology. … [Read more...]
Angry Birds Plush Toy Pattern
Did you know that over 12 million copies of the supremely addictive Angry Birds game have been downloaded? Fancy playing a game of Angry Birds in real life*? Then why not whip yourself up your very own Angry Bird plush toy with this pattern and tutorial from Obsessively Stitching. Just like the … [Read more...]
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