Sarah Pinault, Author at GeekMom

What Is a Hidden Mickey, Anyway?

September 21, 2021September 20, 2021Sarah Pinault

Looking for a quick, simple game to play with your youngsters? ‘Hiding Mickeys’ becomes more than a game in this house of Disney fanatics and for those who are simply Disney adjacent.

Changing of the Geek Flag

September 18, 2021September 17, 2021Sarah Pinault

As a child turns 12, GeekMom Sarah waxes poetic on her own evolution from 12-year-old geek to 40-year-old GeekMom.

Making Teacher Gifts Easy With My Cricut Mug Press

September 4, 2021September 7, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah’s teacher gift of choice this year? A gift card with a side of personalized mug thanks to the Cricut Mug Press.

Paw Patrol: The Movie You Really Need in 2021

August 25, 2021August 24, 2021Sarah Pinault

Who knew? Paw Patrol The Movie lives up to expectations for these kids, and exceeds expectations for their parents. Not a bad way to spend 90 minutes.

Are You Toy Enough? Toy Story Talent Show Game

August 24, 2021August 23, 2021Sarah Pinault

Can’t get to the carnival this year? Compete in the ‘Toy Story Talent Show’ game from Funko, in a game of friendly challenges and cards to collect prize tickets.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phase Two

August 23, 2021August 22, 2021Sarah Pinault

I find myself enjoying different things watching the MCU through a second time with my son.

TOFT: Here Come the Bees

August 13, 2021August 12, 2021Sarah Pinault

If, like Donna Noble, you have concerns about the world’s bee population, consider joining in the summer fun with Toft, spread a few seeds, share some bee facts, and help repopulate.

Join us for a Mad Tea Party With Funko Games

July 28, 2021August 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

If you enjoy a good cup of tea, a good card game, or simply enjoy a little bit of insanity with your unbirthday, then Funko has the game for you.

Introducing the Marvel Cinematic Universe to My Pre-teen: Phase One

July 28, 2021July 27, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah attempts to bring the thunder while watching the MCU with her son, but his heart is made only of Iron.

Exclusive Clip From Discovery’s Emmy-Nominated Series ‘Serengeti II’

July 17, 2021July 16, 2021Sarah Pinault

Enjoy a GeekMom-exclusive clip from Discovery’s ‘Serengeti II.’

The Man, The Show, The Monster: ‘Monsters at Work’ With Ben Feldman

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021Sarah Pinault

Another monstrous hit from Disney as we dive deeper into the world of Monsters Inc. GeekMom Sarah chats with actor Ben Feldman, star of the new Monsters at Work series from Disney+

My First Craft-A-Long With Toft

June 30, 2021June 29, 2021Sarah Pinault

Once upon a time I was sane, and then I encountered Kerry Lord, Edward’s menagerie, and joined a whole new family of fellow crazy people; Toft addicts. Having mastered the art of the menagerie, and begun my adventures with miniatures, it seemed time to partake in something that I have avoided for years; the craft-a-long […]

Speaking in the Vernacular…Colloquially of Course

June 28, 2021June 28, 2021Sarah Pinault

Twenty years into life in the US, GeekMom Sarah still finds British words to confuse and entertain her family.

Mug-nificent Crafts, Presents, and Family Fun With the Cricut Mug Press

June 16, 2021July 2, 2021Sarah Pinault

Released this Spring, the Cricut Mug Press holds the keys to the hobby you never knew you needed. To the craft you will not be able to stop doing. And to exceptionally punny housewares.

Making All Things New With Cricut Maker

June 2, 2021June 1, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah meets a familiar hobby in new ways with the Cricut Maker, and all things vinyl. Taking the next steps in the world of smart cutting machines, what will she cut next?

Gotta Be Done: All Things Bluey

May 26, 2021May 25, 2021Sarah Pinault

Bluey season two is the perfect antidote to lingering 2020 Blues. We’re getting ready with all kinds of crafts, books, and commentary.

It’s a ‘Llama Llama’ Celebration

May 25, 2021May 24, 2021Sarah Pinault

It’s ‘Llama Llama’ day in our house on any given day of the week.

How We Worried in 2020

May 24, 2021May 23, 2021Sarah Pinault

We worried a lot in 2020, thankfully we built up a good toolbox to help us process and work through that worry. From books, to blankets, to simply being together, here are a few of the ways we got through a terrible, horrible, no good, actually not bad year.

The Ariadne I Never Knew I Needed

May 14, 2021May 13, 2021Sarah Pinault

Imagine what would happen if Theseus were not the center of the story, if Hercules were an arrogant blowhard. Welcome to the world of Greek mythology with Jennifer Saint.

Toft Minis: Everything is Cuter in Small Packages

May 11, 2021May 10, 2021Sarah Pinault

Continuing crochet adventures with British brand Toft, this time in miniature. Puppies and Geckos and Badgers, oh my!