Lisa Tate, Author at GeekMom

A Toast to ‘Better Call Saul’ With a Zafiro Añejo Stopper Craft

May 22, 2022May 21, 2022Lisa Tate

A fictional tequila helped set the scenes of ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘Better Call Saul.’ Here’s how to make your own souvenir bottle stopper.

Two Spooky and Cool Conventions to Hit This Summer

May 15, 2022May 14, 2022Lisa Tate

Looking for a summer convention that is a little different from the usual comic or pop culture con? Here are a couple of spooky and cool ideas.

Give a Garden Ornament a Main Street Electrical Parade Makeover

May 8, 2022May 7, 2022Lisa Tate

Need to make a quick surprise gift for the summertime? Grab some paint for this inexpensive project inspired by a Main Street favorite.

Easy Family Craft: ‘Moon Knight’-Inspired Suncatcher

May 1, 2022April 30, 2022Lisa Tate

Bring the sun and moon together with this easy, family-friendly suncatcher craft inspired by Marvel’s ‘Moon Knight.’

10 Random and Geeky Facts About Pet Lizards

April 24, 2022April 23, 2022Lisa Tate

Whether subdued, sassy, or sneaky, lizards in the pop culture world—both live and animated—have a lot of personality.

How Well Do You Know Your Sci-Fi and Fantasy Eggs?

April 15, 2022April 15, 2022Lisa Tate

Take an Easter egg hunt through your science fiction, fantasy, and horror story memory to see how well you know your fictional eggs.

Make a Retro Tiki Lamp Votive for Springtime Fun

April 10, 2022April 9, 2022Lisa Tate

Spring fever is beckoning us all to enjoy the weather and relax a bit. Make a little mid-century tiki-style lamp to fit the mood.

Make a Pop-Up Cube for an April Fool’s Day Surprise

April 1, 2022March 31, 2022Lisa Tate

Looking for a fun little prank for April Fools’ Day or any special occasion? Try out this “Pop-Up Box” idea.

‘Firecracker’ and the DIY Spirit of Independent Filmmaking

March 27, 2022March 26, 2022Lisa Tate

The forthcoming film ‘Firecracker,’ directed by Andrew Lee Potts, is proof the DIY spirit of independent moviemaking is alive and well.

Make an Epic ‘Mad Max’-Style Vehicle From an Old Toy Car

March 18, 2022March 17, 2022Lisa Tate

Turn an old or cheap toy car into an epic ‘Road Warrior’-worthy model with a little paint, some odds and ends, and lots of imagination.

Beyond the Shamrock: Cool St. Patrick’s Day Traditions and History

March 11, 2022March 10, 2022Lisa Tate

St. Patrick’s Day is approaching, and our family always gears up to make it special.

DIY Easy Video Game-Inspired Collection Containers

March 5, 2022March 4, 2022Lisa Tate

Video game characters love to hunt and gather. Try these fun video game-inspired crafts to help them store their collections.

‘Peaky Blinders’: Made in Birmingham With Love From Everywhere

February 27, 2022February 26, 2022Lisa Tate

‘Peaky Blinders’ is entering its final season, and it continues to inspire creative minds, from fan artists to professional dancers.

Hex Nut Musings: A Look at the Beauty of Simple Design

February 20, 2022February 18, 2022Lisa Tate

Even the simplest, littlest, and seemingly most boring things can have a big impact on the world, both in practical and artistic ways.

Turn Classic Horror Movie Posters Into Creepy Valentines

February 13, 2022February 14, 2022Lisa Tate

Add some romance to classic scary movie posters for your horror-loving friends—part two in a two-part look at “Valoween” fun.

Give Vintage Valentines a Spooky ‘Valoween’ Makeover

February 7, 2022February 6, 2022Lisa Tate

Turn those silly vintage Valentine notes into something a little more spooky. Part One in a two-part look at “Valoween” fun.

5 Reasons to Keep Watching ‘All Creatures Great and Small’

January 30, 2022January 31, 2022Lisa Tate

Season 2 of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ is now available in the U.S. If you haven’t started watching, here are some reasons to catch up.

15 Totally Random and Geeky Facts About Fictional Tigers

January 23, 2022January 22, 2022Lisa Tate

Year of the Tiger is upon us. Here are 15 completely random and grrrr-eat facts about some favorite fictional tigers.

Beating the January Mid-Winter Melancholy

January 16, 2022January 15, 2022Lisa Tate

After the holidays, it is easy to be a little discontent. January is a good time to look back, plan ahead, and enjoy the little things.

‘The Poet and the Flea’ Delves Into the Mind of William Blake

January 8, 2022January 7, 2022Lisa Tate

Writer and illustrator G.E. Gallas’s graphic novel looks into the nightmarish inspiration of William Blake’s painting ‘The Ghost of the Flea.’