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Right now the stores are flooded with shoppers trying to squeeze in some last-minute gift shopping. So what's a discerning science fiction fan to do? Don't settle for the final scraps at the stores — we've compiled a list of presents you can make or purchase online, without any threat of "out of stock" signs. It's a last minute gift guide that will make your loved ones think you planned ahead. More »
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When you're waiting for Buckminster Fuller to come down your chimney, what else are you going to munch on besides a geodesic dome made of gingerbread? Achieving so much crunchy perfection seems like a daunting challenge — but luckily there's a great instructional video that shows you how to make this happen! More »
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Macro-meta meets micro-meta here, where an artist in Queens explains how he used a hacked sewing machine to make Cosby sweater that reaches into the infinite. On the sweater Bill Cosby wears the sweater, on which Bill Cosby wears the sweater. And the pattern in the background of the sweater? It's the pattern on Bill Cosby's sweater in the sweater. Maybe we are all in the sweater - and maybe that sweater is part of only a larger sweater. Embrace the wool, and fear shrinkage, for we are all in the sweater's world now. More »
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Need a good crafts project for the long weekend? Want to make something cool and awesome for your kids? How about crocheting your own Spock from Star Trek, or Darth Vader? Or this totally amazing Wall-E and Eve from Wall-E? More »
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Cardboard and paper are more than just the medium for the My Cardboard Life. The webcomic imagines that its characters are actually beings of cardboard and paper – with all the powers, limitations, and silly jokes that go with it. More »
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Give in to the power of the crafty side! The winsome Bonnie Burton of StarWars.com has published a terrific, fun crafts book devoted entirely to creating Star Wars plushies, puppets, pillows, decorations, and more. We've got a sneak peek! More »
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If you want an accessory that broadcasts your Tron fandom to the world - and just looks damn cool - check out this tutorial on making a Tron bag with electroluminescent wire. Some soldering required! [via LadyAda] More »
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Who doesn't want to spend every night between the sheets with the Doctor? Now you can, if you get the winning eBay bid on this astounding Doctor Who murphy bed (complete with a lights, sounds and a replica phone). More »
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Jeff and Ashley Sierzenga recently took it upon themselves to bring to life the flesh-eating nanobots from Jeff Carlson's bestselling series Plague Year. Here you can see their entire project, from schematics to the final model. More »
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If you're ever stuck flying an Apollo Program module, you'd better hope you're wearing this necktie, which is silk-screened with schematics from NASA's newly declassified Apollo Operations Handbook. It's just one entrant in NASA's new contest, in partnership with Etsy.com. More »
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You've seen the first few True Blood paper doll incarnations including an adorable LaLa rendering and a very naked Sam paper doll. Now check out the latest additions, including Baby Vamp Jessica and the King himself! More »
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Check out this amazing little piece of Futurama fashion: a crocheted brain slug headband. More »
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Now you and your kitty-cat can both snuggle up to the titular creature from the feel-good movie of the year, Human Centipede. Nothing says "I love my pet" more than humans sewn butt-to-face, then stuffed with catnip. More »
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Last year, Tyler Anderson designed a concept van modeled on the Appa, a giant flying bison from animated series Avatar (The Last Airbender). Now some fans are using his design to convert their Astro van into mobile art. More »
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Need a ticket for tonight's Lost finale? Print out your own with this handy-dandy Oceanic Airlines ticket template. Just don't sit in the tail section. More »
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Back in the 1960s, the Daleks had just begun their quest to exterminate every race but themselves. It was a time when men were Don Draper and most women were housewives. But even home ec queens could be geeky. More »
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We love this amazing Dr. Zoidberg knit skiing mask. It's perfect for keeping warm while harvesting decapodian male jelly, or just a cold day. Knit on, Futurama fans! Pattern from Knitty. [Flickr via Great White Snark] More »
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The Arecibo Message isn't some new Spanish sportswear label - it's the binary message that SETI researchers transmitted into space in 1974 to converse with extraterrestrials. Nonetheless, you can rock the Arecibo Message sartorially, with this retro-chic SETI scarf. More »
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Have you ever dreamt of sharing your boudoir with a pasty teenage bloodsucker...or Teen Wolf? Your innermost fantasies are now a reality thanks to these Twilight "manllows" on Etsy. Bonus: they're from the torso up, so everything stays thematically PG-rated! More »
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Running out of time and money this holiday season? Don't worry - we've got some cheap and heartfelt replacements for the nerd shopper who is out of cash, time or luck. Trust us, they'll love it. More »
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Want to give your home some nerd cred for the holidays? Good news: geek decorations are better than ever — but some terrible crap is also being marketed to nerds. We rounded up the best and worst geek holiday decorations. More »
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Whip up a quick Star Wars Halloween costume for yourself, your younglings and even your mutt with crafty tips from fans across the galaxy. May the Force be with your glue gun! More »
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Get your young ones started on space porn early with these incredible quilts from Jimmy McBride. Each handmade quilt depicts some aspect of our universe, so you can cozy up with your favorite nebula any time of day. [via Make] More »
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Start your infant off worshiping the Old Ones early, with this handcrafted Cthulhu baby blanket — complete with Velcro tentacles, to keep other terror-inducing toys from slipping away. [Craftster via Neatorama] More »
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One of the many wonderful things about True Blood is the total lack of clothes on their characters, or else the ridiculous ensembles they parade around in. Now you too can play dress-up (or down) with Pam and Lafayette. More »
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For needlework that goes beyond alphabets and aphorisms, some cross stitchers are turning to Joss Whedon for inspiration, stitching up samplers featuring quotes and characters from Buffy, Firefly, and Dr. Horrible. More »
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Crap load of Star Trek toys clogging your shelves? Tell me about it. Here's an easy answer: transform your Star Trek pez dispensers into helpful USB thumb drives. You can trust Spock with your data. More »
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Artist Mark Newport has learned how to keep all the superheroes warm in the winter, with his knitted super-onesies. But that's not all. They also make an important statement about masculinity. Gallery of yarns below! More »
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Knitting artist and Cylon sympathizer Thea has created a fantastic Centurion stocking cap. More details and pics await you, but if BSG isn't your flavor, how about a Twilight knit to spark your interest? More »
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Confuse and confound your Battlestar Galactica loving friends with this pendant from Etsy's ursulaandolive, announcing that you - yes, you - are the show's Final Cylon, thereby spoiling your hitherto-unexpected guestspot on the series' final episodes... and explaining that Canadian "vacation" earlier this year. I'm the Final Cylon Pendant Necklace [Etsy] More »
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If you suffer from alien abductions and have a craftsy streak, we've got the perfect project for you this holiday season. The helpful folks over at StopAbduction.com have put together a simple how-to for crafting your own "thought screen helmet" (pictured) from just $30 worth of materials. No, we're not kidding - and neither are they. More »
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This is the Samaritan gun, the big-barreled shooter that Hellboy uses only after muttering "Ohhh crap." When you're fighting elementals or underworld devils, you'll want one of these at your side. And now you can make one - out of paper. More »
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Wondering what would make your friends impressed with your Halloween costume this year? The answer may be your own working Star Wars blaster... and luckily for you, you don't need to spend thousands of dollars to make that happen. All you need, apparently, is some PVC, an LED, and plenty of patience. With the emphasis on that last one. More »
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I'm not a big letter-writing campaign person, but a line has been crossed when the BBC starts taking away cute knitted dolls that look like Doctor Who monsters. Apparently some kind of copyright nonsense inspired a wanker at BBC legal to force the nice knitter at Mazzmatazz to remove all the cool patterns posted there for people who wanted to make plush animals out of the Ood (at left) and several others. Let remind you that the Ood are born with their brains in their hands, sing psychically, and have already been oppressed enough by humans. Now I am deprived of these cute yarn monsters and I am angry. Please write to the BBC and complain. The cruelty must stop! [EFF] More »
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