MAY THE FORTH........you know.....

BE WITH YOU!!!!

Yes.....BREACE YOURSELF!! 

THIS is the ultimate nerdy post........to celebrate May 4th, I wish to share 5 things that are related to The War of Stars......enjoy......

1.) This one is a 2 part-er.......a little something SUBTLE for a casual Yoda look or a more formal Yoda occasion.....

                            There is this silk tie from ThinkGeek!

Or these day at the beach shoes......from Vans!!!

ADORBS...and available at Vans and Think Geek! (links above)

2.) Are you flying in or out of Tokyo this year?? Take a ride on this bad boy! 

Yes....if you are taking off in Autumn 2015 is All Nippon Airways’ newest 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, the “R2-D2 Jet.” 

FOR REALS!!

(or use this link to see the video!)

3.) ......and if you are looking for something edible to celebrate today.....or are looking to impress the nerd in your house with something Star Wars themed today........try one of these.........

A Tatooine Sunset...from Starwars.com:

OR

THIS...is the way to eat your Wookiee! Thanks to Carrie Elle!

OR

The Two Sisters Crafting give you Lightsaber Pretzels:

ORRRR...

This is AWESOME.......From Just Jenn Recipes a Severed Wampa arm cake:

4.) This.....IS SPECTACULAR.......and only $35! It's an 8" x10" limited edition print from www.robcroxford.com.......

WOW! That was shameless promotion......

5.) I leave you with this one......for nerds AND animal lovers - my entire demographic?? ;-)

THERE YOU GO!!!

Happy Star Wars Day nerds!!!!

WW196: THE CAKEROOM, JUDGE JOHN HODGMAN, and FUGU

Here are the 5 things I want you to LOVE this week.....

1.) Remember when I went to Washington??? Well....if you find yourself there, find yourself in The Cakeroom. Here's why.....

CAAAAAAAAKE!!!!

CUTE PLACE, huh??? It has Rooster wallpaper.....and pink gingham too!!

Not as cute....this cake creeper.

YUUUMMMM!!!! Pineapple cake and chocolate mouse cake.
OMG YESS!!!!!

The checkroom goods were so good.....that this happened...

Yup. So that happened.
But don't let my creepy eating keep you away from The Cakeroom in Washington.
YOU MUST GO THERE!!

The CakeRoom Bakery
2006 18th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20009, Tel: +1 (202) 450–446
Give them a little like at facebook.com/cakeroombakery

2.) Judge John Hodgman Podcast. Have you ever had a beef with a friend or loved one and wished you had an intermediarry to help you sort it out? THIS IS YOUR HILARIOUS podcast:

You will not regret - and in fact will THOROUGHLY enjoy adding this podcast to your regular listening agenda!!
Go for a laugh....and learn about other peoples biz-ness!!
Again.....go here (or to iTunes)

3.) I like this......it is really enjoyable illustration work:

Created by Houston-based hair clinic Mosaic Clinic Hair Transplant Center, the infographic above shows the iconic hairstyles of famous pop culture characters.
AMAZING!!!!

4.) lately, I have been doing a lot of travelling - why - right NOW I am actually in Las Vegas. That is why I think that I NEEEEED this:

Successfully funded on kickstarter, Fugu is the travel brand of Anyvention, an invention company which specializes in simple solutions for common needs. FUGU gives everyone the choice on how they wish to travel! Are you a light packer or heavy *I ADMIT IT, I AM HEAVY - all those bowties take up a lot of space! Fugu is meant to be the first of many other practical travel products, which Anyvention is hoping will make everyone’s life easier in the short and long term.

Fugu Luggage is now available for pre-order at special reduced prices.

See how it works in this video:

NOW GO GET Fugu Luggage here! And buy one for MEEEEE!

5.) DJ DANCE PARTY. This made me happy in a big way!!! Honestly, if this doesn't cheer you up...nothing will....you have a heart of stone......

(go to this link if it didn't load)

WW195: BEVERLEY HAWKSLEY, GBD, and The Cat-tanic........

Hey guys! Welcome back to Wonderful Wednesday!!!!
Here are 5 things that I enjoy this week....

1.) I always talk about art that I see that moves me. This week I thought I would feature an artist that I have shown with and whose work I really enjoy. You gotta check out Beverley Hawksley. 

I love how subversive and dark, yet how playful these pieces are. 

I thoroughly enjoy seeing her work around Toronto. I want YOU to learn more about her art....

Check out this video:

Beverley Hawksley - Maker Of Things from PowerOutlet Productions on Vimeo.

(or go here)

You should go to her WEBSITE here.... to find out where you can see her work LIVE, because it needs to be seen live to get the real feeling from it! Engaging and melancholy work....but not depressing.....just interesting and lovely!
Oh also you can follow her tweets!!

2.) Okay my cat loving readers.....there is this. I know this may seem like a lot to you, but I REALLY think you need to own it!!!! Deb? Cindy? Cheapay? Adrienne? Mark? COME ON!!!!

Yup! The Kitty Titanic Condo! Go to Hollywood Kitty Company to BUY BUY BUY this!

Just imagine reanimating the last 10 minutes of the Titanic movie -- EVERY DAY!

"I'LL NEVER LET GO MR WHISKERS!!!"

Watch this wonderful video.....to see how your cat(s) will LOVE IT! (but be pre warned - the video SHOULD have 'My Heart will go on" instead of the weird porn-like music.):

3.) Okay, as y'all know I went to Washington DC a couple weeks ago....and you know how Robbie loves his chicken and donuts? Well I researched and found GBD (Golden Brown Delicious)...

Seriously folks. You like donuts? You like chicken? YOU GOTTA LOVE THE LUTHER:

Fried Brioche Doughnut Glazed in Maple-Chicken Jus, with Buttered Pecans,
Slab Bacon and Fried Boneless Chicken Thigh + Side of Fries

OH

MAH

GAWD!

It was like heaven......maybe not for my arteries.....but still.....YUUUUUM!

I washed it down with this lovely punch......

This was the donut selection for the day....

Oh....also.....these deep fried brie bits......yes.....for reals......

Check out the menu HERE!

And if you are in Washington - DO NOT MISS IT!!!

YUUUUMMMMM!!!!!!!!

4.) My hubby sent this to me....it is really kinda interesting.........the evolution of the MGM logo...I thought it was really interesting. Check 'er:

or go here and see the evolution of the Disney and Dreamworks logos...
Also check out http://geektyrant.com for TONNES of nerdy great stuff!

5.) Oh Billy......this clip of David Letterman was wonderful (thanks Cindy):

and this clip with Michelle Obama and Big Bird.....also enjoyable!!!!

There you go! 5 things I enjoyed this week!!!!!
I hope you did too!

WW190: BACON BRITTLE, ELLEN NOVEMBER, AND A GREMLIN SWEATER

Welcome to Wonderful Wednesday!!
Here are the top 5 things that I want you to LOVE this week…….

1.) You know me….loyal readers….I am a fan of the Sweet+Salty….Admittedly….I started drooling at this…….

It's Bourbon Bacon Brittle!!!!!
OH
MAH
GAWD!
Thanks to bakingthegoods.com for posting this recipe for brittle!!!!
(for the full recipe check THIS link!!!!)
YUMMMMMMMMMERS!

2.) Some things are so UGLY that I cannot help but LOVE LOVE LOVE them. Like these sweaters from Mondo Tees:

OH MAN I WANT THAT GREMLINS SWEATER!!!!!!!!!!!!
So awful - and so fantastic!!!
Go to MONDO TEES for more nerdy stuff!

3.) Speaking of awesome fabric work……I give you the work of Ellen November from California. She has combined her skills in illustration, photography, graphic design and fiber art to creat some really lovely work!!! Like these:

Commission Ellen or inquire about the pricing and availability at ellen.november@gmail.com
http://www.ellennovember.com/

(thanks to www.ifitshipitshere.com)

4.) Hey train lovers…..yes…I know you are out there! I am one of you!!! The future is coming……well….for the Brits at least……check out these driverless underground trains….the 250 new trains are being built and will be capable of fully automatic operation:

The design reflects the contemporary culture and architectural landmarks of the city but also stays true to the british transport’s style heritage.

See this video….it's CRAZY…...


(link to the video)
ALSO GO TO DESIGNBOOM to see the interior of the train!!!

5.) Finally…..I give you this. It makes me laugh every year…Thanks Ellen:

WW180: PEACHES, CANISTERS, and HOW THE SUN SEES YOU

WELCOME!!
It's Wonderful Wednesday!
So here are the 5 things I want you to love this week:

1.) Paper. I love when an artist can turn paper into magic. Like these from artist Bovey Lee.…..

Layered freeways, power lines, rebar & steel bridges & high rises..…that create delicate and beautiful flowers here:

SEE MORE!

See more on Facebook

Also check out her blog!
AMAZING STUFF!

(via http://www.thisiscolossal.com)

2.) Dear Jonathan Adler,  WHYYYYYYYYY???????

I NEEEEEED these ceramic containers SOOOO BAD!!!!!

My birthday is coming up…….a set of 5 of these would be perfect.
NO LESS THAN 3!
:-)
Get them on Jon-Jon's website.
(thanks Deb!!!)

3.) OH MY GAWD. This. THIS PEOPLE!!! Thomas Leveritt ‘How the Sun Sees You’……

He set up a special camera and monitor that was able capture an image in ultraviolet and relay it back to a viewer in real-time. UV lighting allows those within in its scope to perceive, beyond the range of the human eye, not-yet-visible changes, and otherwise unseen parts of the skin.

Leveritt asked passers-by to take a look at the screen and check out the changes in their faces! These poor people then saw faces full of freckles, scars and sun spots  - AKA sun damage where they might not typically apply sunscreen!!!

Follow his tweets at:  twitter.com/thomasleveritt

(if you can't see the video go HERE!)

See his whole site at  Thomas Leveritt 

Now go put some sunscreen on already, would ya??

(via www.designboom.com)

4.) Grilled Peaches and Pound Cake….Ok…..so this last weekend I made a yummy desert.

EASY PEASY!

Because I am lazy and challenged in the kitchen, I just bbq'd my peaches (with a tiny bit of sugar on them) and bought a poundcake to grill with it…adding a bit of low fat whip cream on top! 

But you should go whole hog and follow this recipe by

Bryan Calvert, chef and co-owner of James in Brooklyn, New York, loves the versatility of his supermoist lemon pound cake: He uses it to make everything from French toast to a stuffing for baked apples. At this time of year, he grills it until crisp and toasty, then tops it with warm, tender grilled peaches and whipped cream. 

Get the whole recipe here:
http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/grilled-lemon-pound-cake-with-peaches-and-cream
MMMMMM!

5.) I leave you with these images from Funny or Die:

See more HERE -- and have a great week!!!!!!