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Vintage button turned into a pendant with vintage bronze wire,...

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 02:40:17 -0400

Vintage button turned into a pendant with vintage bronze wire, and a labradorite bead!

For sale! http://www.etsy.com/listing/81464173/regal-recycled-button-pendant?ref=pr_shop

whatever, etc.: no shit.

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 02:33:18 -0400

This weekend I was told a story which, although I’m kind of ashamed to admit it, because holy shit is it ever obvious, is kind of blowing my mind.

A friend of a friend won a free consultation with Clinton Kelly of What Not To Wear, and she was very excited, because she has a plus-size body, and…

Pendant made by me! I chose the name ‘Vial of...

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:41:13 -0400

Vial of Ether Pendant

Vial of Ether Pendant

Pendant made by me! I chose the name ‘Vial of Ether’ because the drop of rainbow nestled in the bronze wire reminded me of a thick glass vial with some strange magical liquid stored inside it.

For Sale!

http://www.etsy.com/listing/81309859/vial-of-ether-pendant?ref=pr_shop

I Read So Hard Last Night...

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 04:59:00 -0400

It should be stated clearly so that all future generations will know: I fucking love Sword of Truth. I’m not a die-hard book nerd, I don’t read nearly as much as I want to; when it comes to these books, though, I’m fairly sure I would get into fistfights if someone were thick enough to come between me and my Goodkind.

I just picked up the latest book in the Sword of Truth series (book 13 I believe), and I’m already halfway through it. Something about Goodkinds writing style completely traps me. It helps that I love the female lead, Mother Confessor Kahlan Amnell (for those of you playing along, me having love for a female character probably means I want to BE her).

I was talking to a co-worker of mine, and regaling her with the immensely interesting tale of how I read the last two books, Chainfire and Confessor, in two days, and after I was done I couldn’t see straight.

She pointed out that most people would say ‘man…I partied so hard for two days I couldn’t see straight!’ but not me. ’I read so hard I couldn’t see straight’, because that’s the kind of lady I am. Nerdy until it hurts. Of course then I made fun of the fact that she’s dating the security guard at the mall we work at, because everyone knows that if someone points out something strange about you, it gives you complete and absolute power to do the same.

Regardless, her observation was completely accurate. I am one of the least ‘party’ types you will ever meet; I’d take a book hangover over a booze hangover any day of the week.

Mine has a much more preferable vomit-to-non-vomit ratio, anyway.

/nerd

Cute tiny piggy plays a tiny piano! I won’t make a habit...

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:51:15 -0400

Cute tiny piggy plays a tiny piano!
I won’t make a habit of posting videos, but this one was too perfect.

My Strange Obsession with Elves

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 04:31:46 -0400

Most of these start out with a vague reference to ‘all of my friends know ____ about me’ or something similar, and apparently this is no exception. I have a massive nerd-girl-boner for Elves. It started with Arwen from the LOTR movies, got worse when I made my Night Elf in World of Warcraft, and ever since I have played an Elf or Elf-like character in D&D (Eladrin and Half-Elf to be specific).

Seriously, Arwen was the epitomy of magical feminine grace; as a woman who has always been less than graceful, it was likely a combination of seething jealousy and I-want-to-be-you geek worship. Some people have mistaken my admiration for hidden lesbian leanings, but I am always quick to clarify: I do not want to have crazy lesbian sex-shenanigans with Arwen or Galadriel or any other dainty Elven ladies. I would MUCH rather steal all their clothes and jewelry and prance around a magical forest all day pretending to cast spells and ride around on unicorns. Any girl who says they wouldn’t want to at LEAST ride around on a unicorn all day is either soulless or a liar. I can understand not wanting to have long flowing gowns and Elven jewelry hanging all over you, but not wanting a unicorn would be lunacy.

On second thought, I can’t understand not wanting the wardrobe either.

/nerd

I love you Doctor Who

Sat, 23 Jul 2011 10:00:00 -0400

Even if your first incarnation is lovingly nicknamed ‘Doctor Douchebag’ by all of my friends.

Everyone I know is well aware that my favourite show is the new Doctor Who. For the uninitiated, Doctor Who is the longest running sci-fi series in the world. It began in 1963 in the UK, and ended in 1989. It was picked up again in 2005, with a new Doctor (Eccleston), and a new companion, played by British Pop Star Billie Piper. For many fans, though, the series didn’t REALLY make them fall in love until David Tennant took over.

Tennant is a brilliant actor and a huge Doctor Who fan. It came through in his performance, and he was incredibly fun to watch. Although I do LOVE Matt Smiths performance, I still go back and watch some of my favourite Tennant episodes (Partners in Crime and the Runaway Bride mainly…is it painfully obvious Donna is my favourite companion?).

I have recently begun a journey to the beginning of Doctor Who. It’s surreal to see the very very start of the Daleks, although I’ve been told their origin has been retcon’d more than a few times. It is also strange to see the Doctor begin as an old man, as I am more than used to him as a younger man running around. Regardless of how he was when he started, how the budget was, or how dated the effects are, I’m still watching them with an alarmingly quick pace.

The only problem now is getting my hands on new stories before I’ve finished with the last one, and dealing with the episodes that are gone forever!

/nerd

Tree of Life Pendant! Click the pic for my tutorial! Come...

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:39:35 -0400

Tree of Life Pendant! Click the pic for my tutorial!

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Wow there is a LOT of cross over between Doctor Who and Harry...

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:57:51 -0400

Wow there is a LOT of cross over between Doctor Who and Harry Potter!

Mind…blown…

I love you Captain Jack. Your handsomeness continues to defy...

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:56:04 -0400

I love you Captain Jack. Your handsomeness continues to defy logic!

Dear Captain America (and then a tangent)

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:29:11 -0400

As a non-American you can’t sweep me up in patriotism. PLEASE live up to your Marvel predecessors (even though you took place during WW2, the others came out first). I’ve heard good things, and you’re the last one we’re gonna get till Whedon’s Avengers. Leave a good taste in our mouths, pretty please!

I can’t even vocalize how excited I am for the Avengers. Joss Whedon is a notorious nerd, with experience actually WRITING comic books, and has proven he can write strong male and female characters (Mal, Buffy, Faith, Giles, Zoe, etc, etc). If anyone can do the Avengers properly, it’s Whedon. His quote at Comic-Con last year (“Growing up, I had a dream, and it was not this good”) just filled my nerdy little heart with joy; It’s like hearing David Tennant talk about how Doctor Who was a huge part of why he got into acting in the first place. Knowing the man at the helm of a creative project like the Avengers is himself a massive nerd with acres of respect for the subject matter is not only reassuring, it really helps me as a fan get even more excited!

And to think l assumed my excitement meter was pretty much full when Iron Man first mentioned the ‘Avengers Initiative’. Joss Whedon, you sly cat you.

/nerd

Star Wars: The Old Republic

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:01:13 -0400

To pre-order or not to pre-order? Its no secret to friends of mine that I have been waiting less than patiently for SWTOR to come out; however, my sub-par computer situation has lead to me not quite running to the gates to pre-order this game.

That changed when I found out those who pre-order get in the game early. Logic be damned, let me run around with a lightsaber and my lekku streaming behind me! For those of you less than familiar with Star Wars, lekku are the twin head-tails that Twi’lek people sport. Jabba’s dancing girl who was tragically fed to the Rancor? Twi’lek. The only character I liked in the new Star Wars movies, that graceful female Jedi master with the blue skin? Twi’lek. I was a Twi’lek in the ill-fated Star Wars Galaxies, a game I still consider to be one of the biggest pieces of wasted potential in gaming history.

Long story/nonsensical nerdy ramblings aside, I miss being a Twi’lek, and I miss having something to look forward to in the Star Wars Universe! God knows the only people doing any good with the license are Bioware!

And may the force be with you!

/nerd

I have begun dabbling in steampunk, and this is one of my...

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:50:00 -0400

I have begun dabbling in steampunk, and this is one of my favourite pieces so far. Gorgeous teardrop rose quartz cabochon set in vintage bronze filigree surrounded by rhinestones and steampunk gears. A lovely costume piece! Hangs from a vintage bronze bail on a pink ribbon necklace.

Check the click-through for more pictures and the Etsy listing!

I am addicted to making stuff! This was made with a broken...

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:55:39 -0400

I am addicted to making stuff! This was made with a broken earring, filigrees, charms, smokey quartz beads, freshwater pearls, and glass beads.

You can buy it here! http://www.etsy.com/listing/77886698/rainbow-steampunk-pendant

Caits Freeform Wire Wrap Tutorial

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:40:28 -0400

Caits Freeform Wire Wrap Tutorial:

So a while back, I posted a simple tutorial on how to wire wrap inexpensive, tumbled stones to make a pendant on my DeviantArt page. It was very well received, so what better thing to post than something that is already tried and true!

A great starting point for new rockhounds who want a way to carry their beautiful pieces with them everywhere! No adhesive or soldering required!