From the work desk of Gamer Grrlz contributor Morgan Skye.
Hark! The Galaga Ornament Sings
Some of you (but probably none of you) may remember back in June when I mentioned that 2009 would bring the newest in Hallmark’s line of arcade game-inspired Christmas tree ornaments, Galaga. Well, its officially arrived. Meaning, I milked two articles out of one subject! Its good to conserve in this economy.
Each plays the Galaga theme music when you press a handy lil button. That’s not annoying at all! $18.50.
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…And A Happy New *Barf*: Mario Kart Blue Shell Christmas Ornament
I hate blue shells. They’re a punishment for being successful. Like tax hikes for the rich. Only those tools deserve it. This blue collar schmoe needs a victory in life every once in awhile. So fuck you blue shells. And your little Christmasy ornament counterparts too.
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It’s Not Christmas Without Mario!
We’ve all had that urge. You know the one. Where you want to Geek-ify something to show just how amazingly awesome you are? Bumper stickers and t-shirts are only a start my friend. If you want to impress your friends and make your family stare at you in shock and awe then you need to start crafting.
It’s time for a Super Mario Christmas!!
The highly skilled Scoochmarroo at Instructables has come up with three tutorials to make your tree look like Yoshi threw up on it…in a good way!!
1) Mario in his Kuribo (or Goomba) Shoe as a stocking. Yes my friends, now you can put more than a small Italian in a Kuribo Shoe. Perhaps on Christmas morning it will also be filled with a Wing Cap or Frog Suit! Kawaii!!
2) Mushroom Ornaments - This craft has no limits. You can go classic with orange and red, modern with greens and reds, or sky high with our own Badfish’s “Know Your Shrooms” Perler project. You can find almost everything you need at Walmart (or another similar Evil Empire store). They’re light weight too, so if you feel like giving some affection to a distant friend you won’t have to spend a fortune on shipping. Nothing says loving like styrofoam 1-ups!
3) Starman Tree Topper - Yes, you read that right. Starman Tree Topper. Nothing I say can make this any more awesome. I will warn you, this project requires a sewing machine and some light electrical skills. Still, it’s totally worth it. Bonus points if you can make it flash.
So get out there and do your best! Ganbatte ne!!
[Scoochmaroo on Instructables.com]
