Lisa Tate, Author at GeekMom

Easy Paper Jewelry Inspired by ‘Demon Slayer’

February 23, 2021February 22, 2021Lisa Tate1

Make easy jewelry using lightweight watercolor paper inspired by the anime series ‘Demon Slayer’ and traditional Japanese games.

DIY ‘Lucifer’ Inspired Angel Wing Specimens

February 13, 2021February 12, 2021Lisa Tate0

Who needs Cupid? Try these DIY angel wing specimens inspired by the ‘Lucifer’ Netflix and graphic novel series.

Easy ‘Cobra Kai’ Inspired Candy Holder Crafts

February 7, 2021February 6, 2021Lisa Tate0

Make these easy ‘Cobra Kai’ inspired candy carrier gifts for your karate fan this Valentine’s Day or anytime at all.

15 Random and Geeky Facts About Cows

January 31, 2021January 30, 2021Lisa Tate1

It’s the Year of the Ox in 2021. Here are some cool and fun facts about cows, real and fictional, that make these animals “udderly” awesome.

5 Reasons to Love James May’s New Cookbook

January 24, 2021January 23, 2021Lisa Tate2

James May’s new cookbook, ‘Oh Cook,’ is not only a perfect companion to his series of the same name but also a great read on its own.

Two Ways to Turn Old Cards Into New Art

January 17, 2021January 16, 2021Lisa Tate0

Before you toss out those old holiday cards, turn a few into geeky upcycled collage or string art projects.

Post-Holiday Cleanup DIY: Upcycled Advent Calendar

January 11, 2021January 11, 2021Lisa Tate2

Reuse the mold from a cheap chocolate “Christmas countdown” calendar to make an upcycled resuable one for next year.

How My Sketching Addiction Became My 2020 Diary

January 4, 2021January 3, 2021Lisa Tate0

I’ve been a writer and editor my entire professional life, so when all the weirdness of 2020 hit..I started drawing and never stopped.

10 Good Things That Happened to Me in 2020

December 28, 2020December 28, 2020Lisa Tate0

I know 2020 is going to be the “bad year” to remember, but there were actually a few good things I experienced this year, as well.

10 Random and Geeky Facts About Fictional Angel Wings

December 20, 2020December 19, 2020Lisa Tate2

Here’s a look at some fictional angel wings for Christmas and the holiday season, and they aren’t always fluffy and cute.

5 Geeky Holiday One-Page Printable Crafts

December 13, 2020December 12, 2020Lisa Tate0

Here are five favorite geeky-cool printable crafts and ornaments simple enough for most ages to make during the holiday season.

Make a Retro Style Christmas Tree With Upcycled Toy Rings

December 6, 2020December 5, 2020Lisa Tate0

Upcycle old plastic toy rings to create a mid-century style Chrsitmas tree for retro style holiday decorating.

My Four Rules for Choosing Christmas Photo Themes

November 29, 2020November 28, 2020Lisa Tate0

I take my family holiday card photos way too seriously, and I ask myself four things before subjecting my family to my holiday madness.

10 Random and Geeky Facts About Fictional Holidays

November 21, 2020November 20, 2020Lisa Tate0

From Life Day to Chrismakkuh, television, movies, comics, and even video game worlds have their own set of holidays and observances.

Turn Coloring Pages into Needlework Fan Art

November 16, 2020November 15, 2020Lisa Tate0

Older coloring pages can become colorful, inexpensive fan art for giftgiving and decoration during the holiday season or any time.

It’s Okay to Laugh at Life’s Hardest Times

November 8, 2020November 7, 2020Lisa Tate1

I used to think something was wrong with me when I would use dark humor to get through tough times, but I’ve learned to embrace the laughter.

From Witches to Watering Holes: A Spooky Woods Quiz

October 31, 2020October 30, 2020Lisa Tate0

Dark woods and creepy wooden items play a big part in spooky and mysterious tales. Enjoy this woodsy quiz and bonus DIY for Halloween.

I Made a Vampire Slayer’s Kit (And You Can Too!)

October 25, 2020October 24, 2020Lisa Tate0

After several seasons of wanting one, I finally put together a little vampire hunter’s kit of my very own… and it was incredibly easy.

Make a Simple Plague Doctor Staff for Cosplay or Halloween

October 17, 2020October 17, 2020Lisa Tate0

The Plague Doctor has been a popular costume for the past few years, but this year it seems to really fit with the times in a darkly humorous way.

Easy Horror Movie Lollipop Covers

October 10, 2020Lisa Tate0

Make a spooky and fun bouquet of horror movie themed lollipop covers with a Halloween DIY so easy it’s scary.