Hobbies

People You Shouldn’t Friend on Facebook

February 2, 2012 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Facebook can be a wonderful communication tool for friends, but it can also get a little too familiar and invasive if you don’t manage it properly. In terms of friendship, there are several people that you shouldn’t try and friend, because it will just add too much drama to your already busy and complicated life.

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Basic Hot Glue Gun Safety Tips

February 1, 2012 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Guest post by Casey Heigl Glue guns are invaluable tools in the hands of crafters and artisans. The guns are versatile because they can be used on paper, fabric, wood, dried flowers, pinecones and even brick. Because the glue sets instantly as it cools, it is particularly useful for projects with multiple small parts, such [...]

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Book Review: Nanny Returns

January 30, 2012 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Have you ever read the book, The Nanny Diaries? I did and really enjoyed it. I don’t know how much of it was real, but it was shocking and funny, and the authors did a really great job on it. I wish I could say that for the sequel to this book, Nanny Returns.

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Did You Skip Your Class Reunion Because of Facebook?

January 25, 2012 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Did Facebook reunion your class reunion? While Facebook can sometimes make planning easier, organizers are finding that some of their classmates skip their reunion because of it. Here are some ways Facebook is ruining class reunions. Image: Master isolated images / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Gifts for Crafty Folks

January 21, 2012 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Got a crafter on your gift list? It doesn’t matter if you’re buying for Christmas, birthday, Valentine’s Day, or just Wednesday, I’ve got some ideas on things to buy.

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Top Horror Movie Dogs

January 6, 2012 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Guest post by Dr. Susan Wright DMV There’s nothing like a good old fashioned scare from a thrilling horror movie. If you love chills running down your spine and love dogs then you must check out these horror films featuring the lovable (or not so much) canines.

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Save Money at the Movie Theater

December 28, 2011 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Movies are a fun, family activity, but they can also be pricey. For people on a budget, going out to the theater may be a rare occurrence. But with a little determination and a few web searches, families can still make it to the theater to see the latest flick.

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An Esther Williams Movieathon

December 27, 2011 By GeekGirl Leave a Comment

Every year my hubby and I hunker down for a movie marathon on New Year’s Eve. We choose a few movies (the cheesier the better), make some snacks, and pop open the bubbly.