[New post] Thrift Store Trannequins

New post on Laughing Squid Thrift Store Trannequins by Rusty Blazenhoff Top Drawer Thrift uses "transgender mannequins" which they call Trannequins to display merchandise at their Austin, Texas store. Proceeds from the store benefit programs at non-profit organization Project Transitions, which serves the HIV and AIDS community by "providing hospice, housing, and support in a compassionate and caring environment". My name is Scooter. I'm a trannequin at Top Drawer Thrift Store in Austin, Texas. I'm a plastic bio-dude and I look fabulous in lipstick and a short skirt. Mick Jagger + Michael Jackson = heaven. via Yard Sale Bloodbath images via Top Drawer Thrift Rusty Blazenhoff | April 30, 2012 at 6:54 pm | Categories: Fashion | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Eqq Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/thrift-store-trannequins/

[New post] Winchester Mystery House Feature-Length Film Being Developed

New post on Laughing Squid Winchester Mystery House Feature-Length Film Being Developed by Rusty Blazenhoff According to Deadline London, the San Jose, California-based Winchester Mystery House is going to be used to make a (currently unnamed) feature-length film by horror production studio Hammer. Hammer has optioned the rights to the story of the San Jose, California-based Winchester Mystery House which is considered the world's most haunted. The studio is developing and producing a feature with Imagination Design Works and Nine/8 Entertainment. Shooting will take place at the real house whose history dates back to about 1884. Lore has it that Sarah Winchester, the heiress to the Winchester Rifle fortune, was convinced she was haunted by the spirits of those killed by "the gun that won the west." Following a medium's advice, Sarah built a massive house to appease the spirits – and never stopped building it. The belief was that if she never ceased construction, she would live forever. via Deadline London and The Mary Sue photo by Shawn McClung Rusty Blazenhoff | April 30, 2012 at 6:18 pm | Categories: California, Film, Horror | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Eq3 Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/winchester-mystery-house-feature-length-film-being-developed/

[New post] Lester’s Fixins Unusually Flavored Sodas

New post on Laughing Squid Lester's Fixins Unusually Flavored Sodas by Rusty Blazenhoff I recently visited (the delightful) Powell's Sweet Shoppe In Berkeley, California and spotted several bottles of Lester's Fixins Sodas in their fridge. I learned this brand of soda comes in some very unusual flavors like Sweet Corn, Bacon, Buffalo Wing, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Coffee and Pumpkin Pie. It is specially crafted by Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shops and they have it available to purchase online. photo by Rusty Blazenhoff Rusty Blazenhoff | April 30, 2012 at 5:37 pm | Categories: Food | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Ekb Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/lesters-fixins-unusually-flavored-sodas/

[New post] Video Puzzle, Music Video Features Four Well-Choreographed iPhones

New post on Laughing Squid Video Puzzle, Music Video Features Four Well-Choreographed iPhones by Rusty Blazenhoff http://youtu.be/AKuBMihmVHQ Hollywood-based MysteryGuitarMan has made Video Puzzle, a music video for his cover of Fun.'s "We Are Young" that uses four well-choreographed and quick-moving iPhones. It took 238 takes to reach this final version. MysteryGuitarMan shares his creative process in the video's behind-the-scenes footage on BAMMO. http://youtu.be/QnR1qw_laDM via Viral Viral Videos Rusty Blazenhoff | April 30, 2012 at 4:53 pm | Categories: Apple, Music | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-EpB Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/video-puzzle-music-video-features-four-well-choreographed-iphones/

[New post] Bizarre Dancing Animal Music Video for Revolt by Daniel Savio

New post on Laughing Squid Bizarre Dancing Animal Music Video for Revolt by Daniel Savio by EDW Lynch http://vimeo.com/37112954 Animal-headed dancers representing prostitutes, "crazies" and other ostracized people dance about in this wonderfully bizarre music video for the song "Revolt" by Swedish electronic musician Daniel Savio. The video was directed by Måns Nyman. via Dangerous Minds EDW Lynch | April 30, 2012 at 4:38 pm | Categories: Anthropomorphic, Dance, Film, Music | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-EpF Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/bizarre-dancing-animal-music-video-for-revolt-by-daniel-savio/

[New post] Astronaut Don Pettit Demonstrates Antibubbles in Space

New post on Laughing Squid Astronaut Don Pettit Demonstrates Antibubbles in Space by EDW Lynch http://youtu.be/lUHXcltJCbY While aboard the International Space Station, NASA astronaut Don Pettit recently demonstrated the curious properties of the antibubble, a droplet of liquid surrounded by a thin film of gas (essentially, the opposite of your average gas bubble). The demonstration is part of an ongoing series of physics demos by Pettit, in collaboration with Physics Central. via Neatorama & The Huffington Post EDW Lynch | April 30, 2012 at 4:22 pm | Categories: Science, Space | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Epg Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/astronaut-don-pettit-demonstrates-antibubbles-in-space/

[New post] Squid Pint Glasses

New post on Laughing Squid Squid Pint Glasses by Rusty Blazenhoff Sean and Amanda Siska of Portland-based Bread and Badger have created these great etched Squid Pint Glasses. They are available to purchase at their Etsy shop. Rusty Blazenhoff | April 30, 2012 at 4:15 pm | Categories: Beer, Design, Squid | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Ek4 Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/squid-pint-glasses/

[New post] Chemicus, A Tea Service Set That is Inspired by Chemistry Kits

New post on Laughing Squid Chemicus, A Tea Service Set That is Inspired by Chemistry Kits by Rusty Blazenhoff Art. Lebedev Studio designed the Chemicus as a tea service set for "Russian chemists/patriots." This ceramic set was inspired by chemistry kits but is decorated in the traditional blue and white Russian Gzhel pattern. At this time, it is a prototype and not available for sale. You may remember they also designed the Thermosaurus, a radiator concept that looks like a dinosaur. via Yanko Design Rusty Blazenhoff | April 30, 2012 at 4:10 pm | Categories: Design, Russia, Science | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Eor Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/chemicus-a-tea-service-set-that-is-inspired-by-chemistry-kits/

[New post] SF Climates, Simple Weather App for San Francisco’s Many Microclimates

New post on Laughing Squid SF Climates, Simple Weather App for San Francisco’s Many Microclimates by EDW Lynch SF Climates is a handy weather app for iPhone that is specifically for San Francisco and its many, many microclimates. The app provides weather reports for 17 San Francisco neighborhoods. SF Climates was developed by Baker Beach Software of San Francisco. EDW Lynch | April 30, 2012 at 4:02 pm | Categories: Apps, Weather | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-Ep1 Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/sf-climates-simple-weather-app-for-san-franciscos-many-microclimates/

[New post] Hövding, Hidden Airbag Helmet for Bicyclists

New post on Laughing Squid Hövding, Hidden Airbag Helmet for Bicyclists by EDW Lynch http://youtu.be/d7Oud3iGXWY http://youtu.be/CwF-ZbJ_txw Hövding is an inflatable bicycle helmet hidden in a collar that is worn around the neck. Much like an automobile airbag, it only inflates in the event of an accident. It also features interchangeable covers to help it match the style of the wearer. To see how it works, watch these crash tests (bicycle vs. auto & bicyclist flipping over bike handlebars). Hovding is by Swedish designers Anna Haupt and Terese Alstin. It is currently only available in Europe. Thanks to David Cairns for the tip EDW Lynch | April 30, 2012 at 3:44 pm | Categories: Bicycles, Gear | URL: http://wp.me/p4t6s-EoB Unsubscribe or change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://laughingsquid.com/hovding-hidden-airbag-helmet-for-bicyclists/