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Mario Clock with Goomba Pendulum: How’s Your Goomba Hangin?

Conner Flynn — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:00:25 +0000

There never seems to be enough time. Whether you are passing the day away working in an office, sweating in a factory, or in Mario’s case: saving the Princess. No, time is not on our side. Especially for Mario. The clock is even running down as he rushes to complete his levels. And now he has a heavy Goomba swinging from his mushroom kingdom to slow him down even more.

This 8-bit inspired clock is awesomely retro. I know that Mario is supposed to be jumping over a Goomba, but all I see is a Goomba swinging from his junk. Since that’s stuck in my head, I guess this clock isn’t for me, even though I still find it awesome.

It comes from Etsy seller ClockworkOregon and it can be yours for just $60(USD). As for me, I’ll just admire it from a distance.

[via Nerd Approved]

Super Mario iPad Cases Are the Bob-omb

Conner Flynn — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:23:46 +0000

We spend a lot of money on our gadgets, so we want to protect them. I can’t think of any better cases/covers than these Super Mario themed covers. They look awesome.

These retro covers come from Etsy seller Nokomomo and the details are spot on. They can be made for your iPad, Kindle DX or other tablet sized devices. The material is a high quality Wool felt Blend. That must be what gives them such a warm and fuzzy vibe. They are also more durable than they appear, as they are double layered.

The actual item page is for the Luigi case, but the seller says that other designs are available and shows a pic of all four designs, so it looks like you can request any of these and they will make them for you. They sell for just $40 (USD) from Nokomomo here.

Super Mario Mushroom and Goomba iPad Cases Make Me Want to Buy an iPad

Lambert Varias — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:33:41 +0000

The whole world knows that Super Mario turned 25 this month, but you know who else turned 25? Everyone else in that game. How else would Mario grow instantaneously without the help of the Super Mushroom? Isn’t the 1-up Mushroom as iconic as Mario himself? Is there a famous video game website named Mario.com? Yeah I didn’t think so. But we do have this. And how would we have known that jumping on an enemy kills it while being touched by one kills Mario, if not for that first Goomba who sacrificed his life to serve as a tutorial? That’s why we should thank HoobyGroovy. Not only does it have a hoobily groovily name, the shop also sells these adorable Super Mushroom, 1-up Mushroom and Goomba iPad cases.

The exterior, lining and closure flap of the cases are made from cotton, while hook and loop tape secures the flap. Each case also has a second pocket that’s spacious enough for a notebook to fit in. The iPad pocket also has wadding in it for added protection to the iPad.

You can order these iPad cases at HoobyGroovy’s Etsy page for $40 (USD) each. What about Luigi you ask? I prefer to think of Super Mario Bros. 2 as his real debut, so he’s just 22 right now. And we all know there’s nothing special about being a 22-year old.

The Amigurumi Mario Playset

Alisha K. — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:48:09 +0000

Okay, I’m sure these weren’t actually crafted as a playset, but could you resist posing them in adorable ways? Clearly the artist couldn’t; there’s even a backdrop to simulate a moment from the game! And look at that little goomba, all turned over. Mario’s just schooled him, shoe-style.

Look! They do actually all come apart and everything.

You can put the goomba in the shoe and let Mario beat him down… leave the goomba out of the shoe and let Mario beat him down… really, your options for goomba-beatings are nearly endless.

I’d like to see more little sets like this! You could throw in all sorts of enemies from the Mushroom Kingdom and just let Mario and friends throw down in friendly crocheted cage-match fashion.

[via Flickr]

Terrorize the Mario in Your Life With This Knitted Goomba Hat

Karen M. — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:30:16 +0000

Mario and Luigi will run from you in fear when they see your sweet knitted Goomba beanie! And it’s perfect timing as I’m quite certain you’ve been waiting for just the right accessory to show your Goomba love.

Knitter extraordinaire FadeCrazy whipped up this cozy and cranky cranium covering and shared the pattern. I think this is just perfect if you’re the type of kind-hearted guy who finds himself thinking, “dang, Mario, what did those grumpy evil mushrooms ever do to you?”

Oh. Right. They kill you. OK, never mind.

At any rate, if you know how to knit, you can get the deets on FadeCrazy’s awesome custom pattern right here.

[via Lime & Violet]

Super Mario Goomba Cufflinks Are Hot, or Not

Karen M. — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:35:40 +0000

These pixelated cufflinks feature the dreaded goombas of Super Mario Bros. lore.

Etsy crafter pixelparty makes them from shrink plastic (like ShrinkyDinks?) and silver-tone hardware. He hilariously notes that “…if mario doesn’t get his princess (who seems to be castle hopping, maybe she’s the player and mario is getting played) well then he’ll never be a player. there just aren’t that many girls into mustaches these days.” Amen, my friend, amen. Also, overalls are not flattering on a grown man. I’m just saying.

If you’ve got more of a penchant for koopas than goombas, don’t fear- those are available as well.

You can buy them at pixelparty’s shop for $16. He’s open to custom orders… that means you’re on deck, taunting BurgerTime pickle slice…