Jurassic Plush
Introducing Nerdtistic Park’s new partner: Crafty Raptor Designs! Crafty Raptor specializes in creating accurate plushie patterns. Learn more about the process and the genius behind the plush.
Want to be healthier? Turn to cosplay!
It’s FUN! OK, so this may not sound like a good reason, but it actually is. Most adults don’t know how to have fun properly and many feel guilty if they do find themselves enjoying a leisure activity. Those of us who are labeled as “nerdy” or “geeky” (or both-“neeky”?) have known for years the benefit of doing something you love.
Sunscreen and Coral Reefs
When we swim or shower, we wash off our sunscreen which then enters the water. You would think that there wouldn’t be much BP-3 would be in the water to have any harmful effects on corals but research is showing that this is becoming a major problem.
The History of Nerds
Did you ever wonder where the word “nerd” came from? The word was first appeared in print in Dr. Seuss’s book If I Ran the Zoo in 1950.
“And then, just to show them, I'll sail to Ka-troo
And bring back an It-kutch, a Preep and a Proo,
A Nerkle, a Nerd, and a Seersucker, too!”
Japanese Kimono: The Thing to Wear
With the appearance of the kimono in Japan during the Muromachi period (1392-1568) from China, the kimono has remained a popular garment in Japan. Along with the kimono came the kimono jacket to be worn over the kimono in all seasons. It was unlined in the summer, lightly lined for fall and spring, and padded for warmth in the winter. Since that time the kimono jacket has become popular in its own right and is a popular garment worn all over the world.
Humans and the Future of Corals
You may or may not be aware of the fact that our coral reefs may be gone in another 50 years. Before that though, you will be feeling the effect of the diminishing reefs throughout the world. “Really?”, you say, “Does it really matter if we don’t have any coral reefs?” That answer to your question is a definite YES!
3 Ways to Create with Scraps
The problem with scraps is that they are…scraps! They came from something big that you made (cosplay costumes, pillows, bags, blankets…). Now is the time to think outside the box and have some fun. You can create scrappy bags, pillows, table runners, napkins, zip wallets… let your imagination go. Here are some ideas!
What is a hanten jacket?
The hantens we feature at Nerdtistic Park are Hawaiian-style Hanten Jackets. These jackets are made of a lightweight material and are unlined and not insulated. With their boxy cut, they can be easily layered for cold weather. Hawaiian hanten jackets retain their kimono sleeves and wider collar band. They are worn open or belted.