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space invaders needlepoint fridge magnets plan their attack on your ice box

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Think you have enough Space Invaders stuff in your house? Are you sure? Really? If they haven’t yet invaded your kitchen yet, you’ll want to grab these Invaders magnets for your fridge.

In all, the set comes with 56 individual pieces, including 50 aliens, 4 defense bunkers, 1 UFO, and a laser cannon for wiping out the aliens. Lauren of LostMitten handstitched…

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June 21st, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

pulsewidth’s felt mini synthesizers make soft, squishy music

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When I think of old school analog synthesizers, I think of hard plastic, wood and metal cases, and plenty of knobs, switches and wires. Not so says this crafter, who’s made up this batch of awesomely soft synthesizers.

Brisbane Australia textile artist pulsewidth has created these miniature versions of classic synthesizers from throughout the ages. Each tiny fabric synth is…

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February 26th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: audio geek art + craft retro strange + wonderful

blood puddle pillows perfect for halloween slumber

With Halloween just hours away, here’s a great idea for anyone looking for a good last-minute fright.

These blood puddle pillows are just the thing for scaring the crap out of your roommate when they wake up and find you lying there in a pool of red tomorrow morning.

Artist Keetra Dean Dixon made these limited-edition “Great Slumber” pillows a…

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October 30th, 2008 comments (6) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: just plain fun

pixel people portraits possess plenty of pizazz

Pixel People Cross Stitch by Rubykhan

Looking for a really cool family heirloom? Look no further than these handmade pixel cross-stitch portraits.

For just $30 bucks, crafter Rubykhan will create a teensy, tiny pixelated cross-stitch likeness of you and a loved one (and Fido or Fluffy too).

Ready to have yourself immortalized in pixels? Then head on over to Rubykhan’s Etsy shop, plunk down your cash…

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August 31st, 2008 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft just plain fun

cross-stitch pac-man could be hanging on your wall

Pac-Man Cross Stitch by Lostmitten

Looking for a great piece of art for the retro video game enthusiast in your life? Look no further than this lovely little Pac-Man cross stitch that recently found its way onto Etsy.

Technabob fave artist lostmitten has recently broken into the art of needlepoint, hand-stitching pixel-perfect scenes from classic video games like this one from everyone’s favorite dot-gobbler, Pac-Man.…

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August 11th, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft just plain fun video games

space invaders quilt lands on planet earth

Space Invaders Quilt by Carolina Patchworks

While the daytime is warm and summery around these parts, it doesn’t stop me from catching the occasional chill at bedtime. So what better way to keep warm but with a Space Invaders quilt?

Emily from Carolina Patchworks is at it again with another one of her pixel-y good video game quilts, this time with those pesky monochrome 8-bit invaders coming…

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July 22nd, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

dead ipod gets crossed eyes, cross stitched

Sad iPod Cross Stitch

The last thing you ever want to see on your good old iPod is the sad iPod icon. This usually tells of some sort of nasty failure of your iPod’s software or hardware, and is often a sign that you’ll soon be heading out to the Apple Store to pick up a brand new iPhone or iPod Touch. So I…

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June 16th, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft media players

super mario afghan is super special

Super Mario Brothers Afghan Throw by Thomcatdesigns

I’ve been keeping my eyes on the work in progress for this impeccable Super Mario Brothers afghan throw, and I’m happy to report that the masterpiece is finally complete.

It took North Carolina crafter Tracy Thomasson (aka ‘thomcatdesigns’) 71 days to crochet this beauty, featuring the likenesses of Mario, Koopa and a Goomba as they go about their everyday lives in…

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April 13th, 2008 comments (4) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft video games

nes controller, gameboy swallow nintendo ds lite

Nintendo DS Lite Felt Cases

These clever cases may look like retro Nintendo technology, but they’re actually designed to keep your spankin’ new Nintendo DS Lite safe and cosy.

Artist janis13 creates these great classic Gameboy and NES Controller pouches which are just the right size for the DS Lite. Each case is made from felt with hand-sewn felt appliqués to give them a nice…

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April 10th, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft mobile tech video games

pac-man quilt is driving me crazy

Pac-Man Quilt by s0choice

This retro arcade quilt makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The throw features the pixel-y likenesses of Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man and all of their ghostly pals (along with some delicious 8-bit cherries).

Posted by s0choice over on the Craftster forums, the handmade quilt is one of my favorites in a long time. While she didn’t have the patience…

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April 7th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

rock band drum kit quieted by crochet covers

Rock Band Drum Cosies by FunkieFresh

Is your Rock Band drumming keeping the neighbors awake all night long? Are they ready to call the police on you? If that’s the case, look no further than these soft and cozy crocheted covers designed to quiet your percussive emissions.

Created Long Beach, CA textile artist FunkieFresh, the set of handmade covers ties around each of the game’s four drums…

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April 1st, 2008 comments (5) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft video games

blythe creates plush electronics

Plush Radio by Blythe

Remember that oh-so-fun soft and squishy NES console? The talented crafter who made that great plush Nintendo is back with more plush gadgets, each sewn with amazing detail.

Textile artist Blythe Church has just revealed a sneak preview of her latest creations which she’s preparing to show at her upcoming show “The Pitch of the Stitch”.

Her latest collection of…

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March 31st, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft

pole position quilt: prepare to qualify

Pole Position Quilt by Carolina Patchworks

Back in the day, Pole Position was one of my all-time favorite arcade games. Not only was it the first full-color POV racing game, it had some of the most groundbreaking graphics in its time. With today’s photorealistic racing games like the Gran Turismo and PGR series, it’s amazing how far we’ve come. Now you can harken back to those kinder, gentler, pixelated…

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March 26th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

gameboy plush toys have plenty of personality

Plush Nintendo Gameboys by KungFuCowgirl

Check out these fun Gameboy plush toys I came across in my recent Web travels. Featuring a whimsical, cartoony take on the classic hand-held gaming system, they’re the perfect gift for the Nintendo Fanboy or Fangirl in your life.

Created by Wisconsin crafter KungFuCowgirl, each of the squishy game systems has its own unique personality, thanks to the slight variations…

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March 10th, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: cool toys geek art + craft video games

pac-man gets stuffed

Pac-Man Stuffed Arcade Machine by Lady Harvatine

Who says arcade cabinets need to be made out of wood and metal? Why can’t they be soft and squishy? That’s what this crafter thought when she created this fun plush Pac-Man machine.

Created by Lady Harvatine, the stuffed arcade machine captures the spirit of some of my fondest arcade memories. Inspired by these most excellent papercraft arcade creations, she…

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March 7th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games

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