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5 Geeky Coasters For Your Holiday Tables

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 04:00:27 PST

Every year around this time, my mom breaks out the holiday tablecloths and dresses the dining room table in poinsettias and holly to prepare for family gatherings. My taste, it's not, but even if you can't change the landscape of your mom's table, you can dress yours up with something a little more your style in the form of coasters. Easy to transport from coffee to dining table, these coasters give your place setting the perfect geeky touch!

Pixels Take Over the Planet in This Animated Short

GeekSugar — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:30:56 PDT

Talk about retro gaming - this amazing animated short by Patrick Jean at One More Productions (a Paris-based visual effects company) envisions world domination by pixelated vintage video game characters like Pac-Man, Space Invader, and Donkey Kong. Not to mention Tetris taking over our skyscrapers! It's a two-minute video, but there's so much to look at - check it out after the jump

10 Geeky Gadgets to Help Spice Up Your Kitchen

GeekSugar — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:00:49 PST

If it's your office or living room that gets all the geeky attention, and you're looking to expand your horizons, check out your kitchen. Is it geeked-out enough for you? If not, try a few of these geeky kitchen gadgets on for size.

Light Up Your Life (and Kitchen Table) With Geeky Lampshades

GeekSugar — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:12:51 PST

Sometimes simple design is better than intricate, and that's why I'm loving these geeky lampshades! Simple and handmade, these shades are crafted from wire and fabric and feature a few geeky designs.

There's the Space Invaders theme at right and also shades featuring the Gmap location pin, shades featuring the F1 and F2 brightness keys on the Apple keyboard, and one featuring the RSS reader icon. Shades can be constructed either as tabletop fixtures or hanging lamps. At $70 each, they're a bit pricey, but I haven't seen anything similar, so if you love them, I say it's worth a splurge.

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Link Time! Eric Dane Dances His Way Into Burlesque

BuzzSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:30:13 PST

Eric Dane joins Christina Aguilera, Cher, and Kristen Bell in Burlesque - Zap2It
Daniel Radcliffe is lending his voice to a Twilight spoof . . . on The Simpsons! - Hollywood Insider
Tim Burton's career retrospective looks rad - MTV Movies Blog
Director Werner Herzog shares his five favorite films - Rotten Tomatoes
Johnny Depp is named People's Sexiest Man Alive for 2009! - PopSugar
Precious director Lee Daniels is already lining up his next gig, titled Selma - Collider
Charlotte Gainsbourg and Beck make beautiful music together in the video "Heaven Can Wait" - Stereogum
Brooke Shields is moving to The Middle - Ausiello Files
Will Arnett and Justin Theroux sign up for a space love story - Moviefone
New Moon director Chris Weitz says he's quitting movies - Film School Rejects

Arcade Fingerless Gloves: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

GeekSugar — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:44:57 PST

This is one pair of gloves I wouldn't call practical - but they're kind of cute. Though they won't keep your fingers warm in the Winter chill, the Snow Day Arcade Fingerless Gloves ($16) will keep your fingers free for texting and, presumably, video-game playing.

The gloves (hmm. . . can I call them gloves if they don't have fingers?) feature vintage video-game designs, like this Space Invaders-themed pair. They're cute, but are they cute enough to make up for cold fingers? What do you think?

Cute Ghetto Blaster, Headphone, Space Invaders Onesie Pack

GeekSugar — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:55:20 PDT

It's pretty hard not to love a baby onesie - especially when there are so many irresistible geek designs to choose from. Well, if you've got a little one in your life that you love buying onesies for, this trio gift pack of Punk Rock Retro Onesies ($36) is as hip as they get. Within one gift box, you'll get a lime onesie with a ghetto blaster, a white one with headphones, and a black one with Space Invaders on the front. Sizes range from 3 to 18 months.

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Let Space Invaders Colonize Your Neck

GeekSugar — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:09:21 PDT

When it comes to video game motifs making the leap from screen to accessory, Space Invaders has everybody beat.

Whether they're on a minidress, an ice cube tray, or even a cutting board, the pixelated characters remain a favorite.

The gold Space Invader Necklace by Han Cholo is a logical transition - it was only a matter of time before someone cast it in a precious metal (and yow, asked $165 for it).

I guess it would be great for your most formal geeky events, right?

Space Invaders Star in Röyksopp Video!

GeekSugar — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:05:37 PDT

Norwegian band Röyksopp embrace vintage gaming in the video for their song "Happy Up Here" - it features scores of Space Invaders! The digital aliens and the very happy, fun song are enough to keep me playing the video over and over.

Space Invaders Ice Cube Trays: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

GeekSugar — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:44:18 PDT

The retro Space Invaders have officially invaded everything - French Connection, your kitchen, and now they're in your drink, not just invading, but keeping it cool. How sweet of them!

The Space Invaders Ice Cube Trays ($8) look just like the pixelated aliens of video games past, and are ready to be cracked into a cool beverage at your next party.

What do you think of them? Would you ice a drink with these guys?