Sometimes you need a skirt to complete and outfit and just can’t find the right color or pattern. No worries! Here’s how to whip one up in any size or length, no pattern needed. I make this skirt often for cosplay, but you can wear it as regular […]
This week’s featured geek is author and cosplayer Danielle M. Orsino, who took her love of comics and fantasy and created the Birth of Fae Series. She recently released the second book, titled Birth of the Fae: Thine Eyes of Mercy, available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles and […]
Move beyond old-school mac and cheese with Goodles, a new nutrient rich mac packed full of protein and fiber, and made without sacrificing any of the taste you know and love. Goodles is out to prove mac’s not just for kids anymore with their “Noodles, Made Gooder.” *I […]
I am a big fan of Japanese food and tea, so I was happy to try out a complimentary box from Bokksu for an unboxing, and I have a $20 off code to share! I got my son to join me with the promise of all the Japanese […]
In April, I got a FitTrack Dara BMI Smart Scale to feature on the blog and really liked it. Then it started getting weird after six months, and now it’s totally dead after only nine months. I was sent the scale free for an honest review, so I’m […]
My latest makeup inspiration comes from Robecca Steam, a steampunk robot girl from Monster High. She has blue hair, wears bright purple eye shadow and has bronze skin with rivets. I went more golden with my skin, and didn’t apply as many rivets as she has, but the […]
It may sound like a strange ritual for cleansing the dead, but the term Swedish Death Cleaning actually refers to the process of de-cluttering and purging your belongings so your loved ones won’t be left with a mountain of personal crap to sift through after you pass away. […]
I just added the full 2021 Cruella makeup tutorial on the SewGeekMama YouTube channel! This one is a full walk-through of the entire process of putting on the eye-makeup, contouring and the sharply defined lip. If you are in need of the full costume, I also did a […]
This year I threw myself back into the world of cosplay, but was determined to keep it fun and not slide back into commission work. I knew if I did that, I’d just be back to spending all my time stressing over other people’s costumes with no time […]
This month was a fast-paced whirl of activity, with one Christmas event or party after another, capped by THREE Christmases and now that it’s all done I’m just trying to catch my breath and recall what all we did. This Editor’s Pick edition is a little different than […]
We recently went to Universal Studios Orlando for the first time in nearly 20 years! And this time we brought along our 6-year-old for a fun filled couple days of rides, superheroes and magic. I didn’t do a lot of research before we went beyond a short Facebook […]
If you aren’t using Rakuten while online shopping this holiday, you are missing out! I’ve been using it for years, back when it was called eBates, and have gotten over $1500 back since using it. It’s totally free, easy to sign up, and you usually save even more […]
I use an app on Instagram to keep track of who has followed and unfollowed me on my @SewGeekMama Instagram account. Why? Because that’s the account I do the most sponsored posting on, and I like to keep track of who’s supporting me and who isn’t. And usually, […]
Trichotillomania is an obsessive-compulsive disorder where you pull your hair out, usually to relieve stress. In my case, I slowly worked my way to a silver dollar sized bald spot on the crown of my head, in my fourth grade year of school. I also managed to recover […]
I got a weird message from someone I don’t know on Instagram this morning, saying they needed help getting back into their account. They sent me a link that said “Tap here to reset your password” and wanted me to forward it to them. Normally I wouldn’t bother […]
I have many favorite movies from when I was a kid in the ’80s, and I always love sharing them with my son. But while I remember being enthralled and entranced by certain films, it never goes quite the same with my son. He always has a LOT […]
The number one make-up related question I get, is how to put on false eyelashes. It takes a little practice, but once you get the hang of it, and know a few tricks to make it easier, you’ll have no problem applying them. I have little lashes, so […]
In December it will be a year since my best friend passed away. It’s hard to believe it went by so fast. The first few months were awful. Circumstances had me stuck in an extended grieving period that felt like it would never end. It was only when […]
A car that calls people by itself. Lights that flash on and off like a disco. And a discreet e-mail to my husband asking him if I was implanted with some kind of chip. (I’m serious) These are just a few of the things I experience when I […]
One of the most popular requests I got this Halloween was about how I did my Beetlejuice make-up and hair. I was too caught up in enjoying Halloween to actually do a tutorial then, but I figure better late than never! So at the last minute I decided […]
You can learn anything these days on on the Internet, but with all the ads and questionable content, you’re never sure what your kids might run across in their quest for knowledge. This is where DIY.org comes in! This online learning community for kids, with many videos made […]
This was originally title “On the Eve of My 46th birthday,” but I had to give up after several hours of interruptions from a small child demanding food and small dog intent on peeing all over my office. Not things I expected to be happening in my mid-40s, […]
It’s been four months since I starting using the Lettuce Grow hydroponic grow tower and I finally reached the point where I needed to break it down and do a reset. I highly recommend their Farmstand if you are looking to try hydroponic gardening. It’s very easy to […]
Our Australian Shepherds were our first babies. Losing them left a big hole in our hearts. It’s been two years since the last one passed and a few months ago, we finally felt ready for a new puppy. And now he’s here! Tigger the Aussie Meet Tigger, an […]
After a week of being sick, I was really looking forward to unboxing the Amour box by TheraBox and checking out all the fun goodies that awaited inside. TheraBox is the #1 self-care subsciption box and is filled with therapist curated products to nourish your mind, body and […]
As a long-time sufferer of anxiety, panic attacks and insomnia, I’m always interested in trying something new to see if it works. The Chill Pill from Mend Your Mental is a small handheld device designed to provide natural relief for mental health issues through electrotherapy stimulation. I gave […]
Around the time our children’s book was published in September last year, we entered the Story Monsters Approved book award contest. Now the winners have been announced and I’m Going to My First Comic Convention is on the winner’s list for children’s picture books! Our First Book Award […]
My husband Sean is retiring from the Army after 31 years. We’ve been together for 22 of those. It’s been quite an adventure as a Special Forces wife- many ups and downs, many deployments and I’ve probably been looking forward to this day much more than he has. […]
After nearly six years of motherhood, I’m finally starting to feel like myself again. I am slowly getting back into my cosplay groove, so I’m doing my first interview type thing in a while today (3/14/21) on Instagram Live with @TempleOfGeek. They do a Cosplay Connection segment, and […]
Have you been enjoying WandaVision as much as I have? If so, here’s a free printable template for Wanda’s classic Scarlet Witch headpiece to help you get into character! The headwear in the photo was made using foam, Worbla and a headband, but you can use the template […]
These Valentine cards are easy to make with just photopaper, a glow stick and clear tape! They’re a great alternative to cards with candy, and don’t require a lot of artsy skills. Print, tape and done. The hardest part of the whole project was getting my son to […]
I recently pulled a pile of journals out of the attic fill with volumes of teenage angst from 1989 – 2002. Reading through them made me feel like I was stuck in one long episode of My So Called Life. It made me a bit nostalgic for a […]
I’ve been enjoying my Hello Fresh meal box subscription for a bit, but wanted to see what different places were like since there are SO many now. So I put Hello Fresh on pause last week and gave Every Plate a try. Here’s the breakdown comparing Hello Fresh […]
Post has been updated to included Silk’n Titan Review after 6 months. I am 45 and want to age gracefully but not just give up! I continue to use this device and see results. I like it so much that I joined their affiliate program, so links are […]
After a total Halloween and Christmas candy overload, this year I wanted to make my son Valentine cards that didn’t have any sweets with them. Relatively cheap and easy were also at the top of my requirement list, so after a quick Google search, Play-Doh looked like a fun way to go. (*Warning: there will be … Continue reading Two Easy Ways to Make Play-Doh Valentines
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and with a toddler in preschool, I get to revisit that fine tradition of exchanging little Valentine cards. Watch as I transform from mocking mother to Pinterest panic and hand make all his cards the night before the party. I don’t know what […]
It’s getting cold outside here in Florida, and that means it’s time to dig that winter wardrobe out of the back of the closet. With the change of season and change of wardrobe, maybe it’s time for a little change in your look as well! Our Guest Geek […]
I was a fan of Ubisoft’s Just Dance back when it came out on the Wii years ago, and recently I got to get my groove on again with Just Dance 2022 for the Nintendo Switch. Just Dance is back, bigger than ever with special dances and songs […]
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