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Dress Up Your Home in Geek Pride All Year Long

Kelly Schwarze — Fri, 25 May 2012 16:27:57 PDT

In celebrating Geek Pride Day, we noticed that our own homes could use a bit of Spring geek-ifying. No, we're not talking the latest HDTV or WiFi stereo - just some low-key and quirky essentials to make a normal-seeming abode into a home that speaks to our sci-fi and tech passions. Take a look at our housewares finds, and yes, you are allowed to go crazy for that iMac lamp!

iWant: A Pac-Man Delicacy

Kelly Schwarze — Wed, 23 May 2012 17:00:04 PDT

We'll unapologetically wear our old-school gaming pride on our sleeves, but when the occasion calls for something a little more refined, costume baubles just don't fit the bill. To the rescue - as he always was during Summer days at the arcade - is the charming Pac-Man, who this time adds an adorable edge to a delicate, gold-filled chain ($32).

Poised to gobble up a villainous ghost, the one-inch vermeil Pac-Man charm sits center stage on the 16-inch cable chain from Etsy seller Lisa Loren. It has all the class of fine jewelry with high scores in personality.

The Cutest Camera Strap Covers For Spring

Laura Marie Given — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:16:06 PDT

Long, sunny days and bright May blooms make for ideal photography weather, so it's the perfect time of year to deck out your camera. For a colorful makeover of an ordinary camera strap, we've scoured Etsy to find the cute camera strap covers that will suit any style. Here are some of our favorite picks for a Spring camera, from preppy fabrics to textured graphics.

9 Inspired Wedding Invites For Geeks in Love

Laura Marie Given — Thu, 10 May 2012 12:18:44 PDT

If you're preparing to say "I do" to a fellow nerd, why not play up your geeky status with some playful wedding invitations? For the science-lover who found chemistry with another lab rat or passionate Facebook enthusiast, we've rounded up some clever invitation options that are sure to charm your guests. From "Four Eyes" to QR codes, here are 9 fun, lighthearted invitation picks perfect for dorky duos.

10 Affordable Etsy Gifts For Your Teacher Pals

Emily Co — Wed, 09 May 2012 00:15:28 PDT

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and a time to show the teachers in your life some appreciation by gifting them with a meaningful token. Being a teacher can be a tough job, so show your appreciation to those who have the venerable occupation of educating and improving minds. Read on for 10 very personal and creative finds from Etsy that any teacher would love.

6 Inspirational Graduation Cards From Etsy

Emily Co — Sun, 06 May 2012 03:05:00 PDT

Graduation is coming up, and if you're thinking about getting the new grad in your life a card, check out some of the cool options on Etsy. Each card is personally handmade by the store owner so you know you're giving a one-of-a-kind card and not a mass-produced one.

Ka-Pow! - Playful Superhero Prints For Creative Comic Fans

Laura Marie Given — Sat, 05 May 2012 05:15:46 PDT

With the opening of The Avengers this weekend comes a wave of all things superhero, so we're celebrating our favorites with these creative Etsy prints. Whether you're a yogi who loves comic books or an Iron Man enthusiast, we've found a playful print to suit your superhero obsession. From fan art to eye charts, here are eight great picks to bring your superpower passion into your home.

Everything You Need to Host a Festive Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

Laura Marie Given — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:30:18 PDT

With Cinco de Mayo fast approaching, it's time to start gathering materials for your festive holiday fiesta. Whether you're planning a low-key get-together with friends or an all-out, over-the-top bash, we've rounded up some of the best party picks that Etsy has to offer. From cheeky invitations to bright, traditional decorations, here are 13 must-have items for a festive Cinco de Mayo affair.

Pop-Up Tops: Kid-Friendly or Are You Kidding?

Kate Stahl — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:44:50 PDT

Like most young toddlers, my daughter is fairly obsessed with pop-up and peekaboo books, which seem to surprise and delight her no matter how many times she's revealed that teddy bear under the bed or the snail behind the flower. While we've collected more than a dozen pop-up books, we don't have a single piece of pop-up clothing, a fact that Etsy seller Jane of Little Blue Frogs could rectify. Jane's kids also love pop-up books, and that fascination inspired her to create a collection of pop-up onesies and T-shirts ($22 each) for babies and toddlers. Choose from designs like a cloud covering the sun (shown above), a kite, or a plane, a record covering music notes, or a leaf over a ladybug. The designs are printed and sewn on supersoft American Apparel cotton tees and onesies and come in sizes for babes 3 to 24 months.

So what do you think? Would your lil one love a pop-up top or will you leave the peekaboo to the books? Weigh in below and let us know.

9 Cute Etsy Corkboards to Brighten Your Cube

Emily Co — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:05:42 PDT

Have multiple sticky notes and pieces of paper strewn across your desk? Perhaps you need to add a corkboard to your cube to better organize those little notes and reminders. Check out some of my favorite corkboard picks on Etsy.