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mods
We Like This PS3 Specifically Because It Has Nothing To Do With Steampunk
We're totally over the steampunk movement. Seriously guys, give it a rest. But this moisturegoon PS3 is really something special. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by OMG! Ponies!: Can I use it to distill whiskey? Because if I can, then it has fully justified its existence. 5 Responses | Other threads
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maker faire 2009
Neuron Chamber Offers a Glimpse at What Alien Brains Might Look Like
Okay fine, maybe this is more of an artistic representation that's taken a few liberties, but still, the Neuron Chamber on display at Maker Faire 2009 is a pretty cool looking piece of extraterrestrial art. More »
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Comment by Xterm11_is Rhyming: "Throw in some steampunky elements for good measure and you get a pretty neat art exhibit." No more steampunk. None.... 4 Responses | Other threads
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vibrators
Fully Functional Steampunk Vibrator Might Scald Your Privates
Unemployed exhibitionist metal worker Ani Niow created this fine piece of true steampunk craftsmanship, which for once actually deserves the "steampunk" moniker. Yes, it works. Sort of. Just avoid touching any exposed skin. More » -
diy
DIY Steampunk Light Switch Plates
Steampunk may be played out now, but these simple, yet elegant, DIY Steampunk light-switch plates make me want to jump back into the craze. More »
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By Andi WangComment by simplegreen: stop encouraging the dorks, please stop reporting on effin steampunk no one cares anymore (some of us never did) 6 Responses | Other threads
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keyboards
Art Deco is the New Steampunk
Datamancer, who made the still-impressive Steampunk keyboard, has moved on to art deco. We cannot applaud this enough. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by OMG! Ponies!: That is about 5,000 times more tasteful than anything steampunk and about 10,000 times more tasteful than the standard OEM... 6 Responses | Other threads
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diy
Legway: A Pedal-Powered Steampunk Segway
Steampunk is tired—and you will be too if you build the Legway. There's no electric motor to whisk you to a destination—only pedal-power. That means you actually have to exercise. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by HeartBurnKid: Agent of R.O.A.C.H.: You know, at a certain point, you'd have to think, "Fuck it, I'll just walk." 4 Responses | Other threads
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steampunk
Say Coochycoo to the Steampunk Fetus
What's more adorable than a robot baby floating around in a steampunk uterus? Lots of things. More »
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By Odelia LeeComment by SJRNWT: Okay what exactly is steampunk? Sorry for being so n00bish but w/e 10 Responses | Other threads
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art
Cyberoctopus Attacked by Steamships
Yeah, usually our featured images are photos, but Alex Broeckel's photorealistic rendering—of that all-too-likely scenario that we will soon battle giant robo-octopuses using the power of steam—well, it just made horrifying, paranoia-inducing sense. [io9] -
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steampunk
It's a Pleasure to Meet You
Are you married? Would you like to buy five-lens steampunk goggles? More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Software_Goddess: I recently bought a nice baby blue dress, but I can't find a pair of shoes to match them anywhere.... 11 Responses | Other threads
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art
We're All Steampunk Cylons
DVICE threw a design contest to create BSG steampunk cylons. And while we love this particular piece by Shawn Sharp, thank the gods he didn't opt to model Cylon 6...or did he? Ewwww. [DVICE]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Hello Mister Walrus: No one really explained why Cylons have that red moving LED eye slot from Knight Rider. 7 Responses | Other threads
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corkscrew
Amazing Corkscrew Is a Mechanical Masterpiece
In a nutshell, this elaborate corkscrew by British designers at Oneofonehundred is kind of like a cross between orrerys, elaborate clocks, and a Rube Goldberg machine—all wrapped up with a steampunk vibe. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Hello Mister Walrus: Such ingenuity, yet British designers are still not capable of inventing a working orthodontic device. 6 Responses | Other threads
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paranormal
Victorian Ghostbusting Equipment Good For All Your 19th Century Spirit Punishing Needs
We know, we know — steampunk is sooo over and whatnot. But I can't help it that some of the best crafters don't think so and make amazing things like these Victorian-era ghostbusting tools. More »
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By Elaine ChowComment by TheOriginalEd: who says steampunk is over? 4 Responses | Other threads
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mods
'Steampunk Frankenstein' PC Is Awesome Enough To Excuse Being Steampunk In The First Place
I've had some harsh words for lesser Steampunk mods, and with good reason—it's getting tired, and most examples are massively boring. Not boring: the "Frankenstein Steampunk", an absurdly thorough PC mod built by Dana Mattocks. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by strider_mt2k: Okay listen. The designers of that era were combining not ONLY mechanical and plumbing stuff, but and this is IMPORTANT -They did it... 10 Responses | Other threads
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Tech Art
Apocalyptic Machine Scultpures are Wonderful in a Morbid, Sinister Sort of Way
Judging from his uber-dark, mech'd-out artwork, Kris Kuksi probably had a disturbing childhood (or dropped acid in graveyards). But it doesn't make his pieces any less awesome.
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Comment by NateDiggy: Checkout Photo 70... Front and center. Can you see the guy jerking off? The level of detail/crazy shit in his work... 4 Responses | Other threads
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please stop
Steampunk AIO Computer Is a PC That Looks Old, Which is Apparently Still Exciting
Saying that steampunk is played out is almost getting played out itself, but they just keep making things. This week we have a another winner: a computer! Covered in brass! With horns! Die. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by LastAndLeast: I don't understand why (some) people are so irritated by steampunk stuff. What makes it so different than any... 7 Responses | Other threads
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modding
Intricate Steampunk Mouse Might Have Gone A Bit Far With the Whole 'Actual Mouse Spine' Thing
Daniel Pon needed to make a steampunk mouse to accompany his tricked-out keyboard and monitor, so he got to work, and perhaps a little carried away. The end result is impressive. And kind of nauseating. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Mactacular: Am I seriously the only sicko out there who thinks this is the coolest, Nine inch Nails-esque piece of tech... 13 Responses | Other threads
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steampunk keyboard
Datamancer Ergo Steampunk Keyboard Makes Writing Victorian Fanfics Slightly Less Uncomfortable
The original Datamancer Steampunk keyboard was quite steampunky in its presentation, and VERY steampunky in its price ($1000 to $1500). In the second round, Datamancer decided to do away with the straight edges and make the keyboard both brassy and rounded, two changes that would make any piece of hardware more...you know. It's made from an IBM Model M-15 split keyboard and is a one-off commissioned by a female client, so unless you call him up and promise him about 1000-1500 real (not steampunk) dollars, I wouldn't count on getting one this Xmas. [Datamancer via Techpin via DVICE]
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By Jason ChenComment by flaxseed: The word "steampunk" is ridiculous. Please stop. It's worse than "nucular". 5 Responses | Other threads
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fashion
These Steampunk Goggles Really Are Too Nice
When is a pair of steampunk goggles too nice to be just a pair of steampunk goggles? How about when the metal components have been swapped out for solid milled titanium that's then coated in golden colored titanium nitride? How about when the goggles feature irises that can be opened and closed through independent sliders, or photochromatic lenses that automatically tint in sunlight? Nah, these goggles still have plenty of room for improvement. When the leather has been replaced with tanned baby foreskin and the optics can pierce a brass corset, then we'll be getting close. [SmugMug via bbGadgets]
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By Mark WilsonComment by Shamoononon, Vampire Grater - Now SWF: Soooooooo ugly. 8 Responses | Other threads
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street life
Old British Busker Demonstrates Guitar Hero v0.1
You don't even have to ask this English busker/artist/engineer why he made his pedal-driven, guitar-plucking, steampunk-looking musical whatsit, because his reasons are bolted to the side: More »
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By John HerrmanComment by HagarMenelaus: Awesome-- and engineering solution to a social problem. : ) 3 Responses | Other threads
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art
Techno-Fantastical Original Artwork, On Sale for Cheap
You might not know the name Matthias Adolfsson, but chances are that his artwork will look familiar. Not so much traditional steampunk as fantastical and techno-fantastical (I just made that last term up btw, so don't memorize it or anything), many of Adolfsson's original watercolors are on sale at his Etsy store. While it's small at just 8"x5", this original called Racer goes for a reasonable $100 while most pieces are priced below $200. Adolfsson retains reprint rights. You get some quirky, original art. Sounds like a deal. [Etsy via superpunch]
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By Mark WilsonComment by NorthernAvengeR: Dude, that's a total Caprino rip-off! 1 Responses | Other threads
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action figures
Toy Modder Extraordinaire Steampunks Return of the Jedi
Some of you may be suffering from Steampunk fatigue, but I still get giddy when I see it done up right. Master toy modder Sillof, whose work we've covered a couple times before, has tickled my fancy with an update to his original Steam Wars action figure line. This time you've got even more detailed Steamtroopers, a mob boss-like Jabba the Hutt, vicious Ewoks and (for the boys) Steampunk Slave Leia. Check out the gallery, and his website. [Sillof]
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By Elaine ChowComment by Kaiser-Machead: I'm not the only one who thinks that Jabba looks like a Vogon, right? 4 Responses | Other threads
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historicity
'Handcar Regatta' Rail Race Is a Terrifying Steampunk Orgy
This week saw the commencement of the first annual Handcar Regatta race, in which over a dozen teams took to the rails in a ridiculous variety of human-powered steampunk machinery. The event wasn't so much a race as it was a showcase of overwrought vehicle design, taking inspiration from everything from hamster wheels to animals to, courtesy of the one team that took the "regatta" part literally, Viking longships. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Lazarus511: Wow, that managed to simultaneously remind me of everything I miss about home, and why I left. 3 Responses | Other threads
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steampunk
Steampunk Predator Stands Guard Over Junk Shop
Officially we are sick to death of steampunk, but we are willing to make an exception for a Predator with the skull of his alien adversary stuck to his spear. Currently the 8-foot statue stands guard outside of a London junk shop as a means of luring customers in to buy useless old crap. Whether it is successful in that endeavor is unclear, but the owners of the junk shop are not so attached that they are unwilling to sell it off to the highest bidder. Unfortunately, that bidder will have to pony up at least 5000 British pounds to take it home. That's about $9200 to us Yanks. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by fastmike: Thats awesome The bikes an old Greeves two stroke trail bikeVilliers 197cc engine 4 Responses | Other threads
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By Adam FrucciComment by Curves: Speaking for all womankind on the tampon: Oh hell no. I love the threading at the top, but if you have... 22 Responses | Other threads
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photoshop contest
Reminder: Entries Due for Steampunk Photoshop Contest
In case you missed it, this week's Photoshop Contest is all about making ludicrous steampunk objects. There's still time to get your entry in! Check out the call for entries here for the details and just get your entries in by tomorrow morning to be eligible for the Gallery of Champions.
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By Adam FrucciComment by Varash: Boy, those freemasons really don't hold back when it comes to toothpaste. 2 Responses | Other threads
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photoshop contest
Put the Final Nail in Steampunk's Coffin Using Photoshop
Let's face it: steampunk is dead. It used to be pretty cool, but we've seen enough normal gadgets covered in leather and brass to last a lifetime. It's no longer new or interesting, and until someone makes a functioning airship, I don't care about steampunk anymore. Let's celebrate the life of steampunk while confirming its death with a Photoshop Contest, shall we? I want you guys to make some completely ridiculous steampunk gadgets as we give this trend the Viking funeral it so badly deserves. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by Blinklink11: Someone steampunk www.meatspin.com pelase. 7 Responses | Other threads
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modding
Bloo Balls Custom PC Case Mod is a Whole New Kind of Punk
This custom case mod made for Bit-Tech is just eye-grabbingly bizarre... from the outside alone. Built by a guy called Craig, Bloo Balls was over a year in the making, which included and a whole lot of careful design, redesign and fabrication. There's a mass of careful plexiglass-carving in there, including a hand-made, custom-crafted liquid cooling system for both P4 processor and northbridge. Plumbing and CPUs don't often mix, which is why the build included one fried motherboard. Check out the gallery: it's amazing, inside and out. So amazing, it almost warrants its own genre name... we're just wondering what to call it. More »
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By Kit EatonComment by tictacular: It reminds me of those little water games that u drop the coins in, ya know, the things that they... more » | Other threads
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casio
Casio G-Shock G8100A-5 Wristwatch is Barely Steampunk
Seriously, this steampunk thing is getting out of hand. Like with this Casio G-Shock G8100A-5 wristwatch. They took a Casio watch, slapped on some bronze paint, and now everyone and their steam-powered mechanical dog is calling it steampunk. Enough! If you're going to charge $100 for a bronze-colored watch and have people start calling it steampunk, it had damn well better come powered by a miniature lever-pulling version of K.W. Jeter. [Casio via OhGizmo]
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By Jack LoftusComment by PBRMEASAP: That is NOT in ANY WAY Steampunk. It looks more like a prop from the '80's Buck Rogers tv show. more » | Other threads
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Custom jobs
'Archbishop' Gothic PC Looks Straight Out of an Old Church
Datamancer, the steampunk virtuoso who's created such pieces as the steampunk keyboard, LCD monitor and laptop, has just unveiled his latest creation: The Archbishop. It's a full PC made with stained glass that's more gothic than steampunk. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by sjback: @Hiphopopotamus... I would seriously consider debating your snarky comments if: A.) You had an original and (ahem) modern handle. It's... more » | Other threads
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auctions
'Steampunk' Watch Sullies Steampunk's Good Name
I'm not sure if steampunk is currently cool or if it's played out or if it's still "underground," but I do know one thing: this "steampunk" watch takes everything crappy about the aesthetic and includes nothing that makes it cool. It's a lame-looking watch on a boring leather cuff with some gears randomly attached around it. No one in some alternate-Victorian future-past would be caught dead wearing something so half-assed. If you're going to do it, do it properly, with the adornments looking like they're necessary to make the thing run. Put some effort in, people. [eBay via Coolest Gadgets]
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By Adam FrucciComment by ablogtoread.com: This watch is a bad example from a good artist. These things have to be handmade and go through lots... more » | Other threads
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steampunk
Klaatu Varata Studios Produces Steampunk Creations With Back Stories
For those of you who enjoy steampunk, story telling and handmade creations, I present to you Klaatu Varata Studios, the workshop of Arkansas artist Dillon Chandler. Check out his Solarian Ray Gun or the Geldar Light Infantry Robot, both of which come with the back story of the Kelevion Universe and the civil war which has torn it apart. If sci-fi musings aren't your style, take a look at his Steampunk Scorpion, made from motorcycle engine parts. Several of Chandler's works are available for sale on his Etsy page, and range from $10 for two toy-sized bombs to $2,200 for a nine-foot-tall metal bear. Some of my favorites are below: [Klaatu Varata via Tomopop] -
Steampunk Strikes Back
Star Wars Bounty Hunters and Yoda Have Us All Steamed
Here in Gizmodo we have this love-hate relationship with steampunk—which borders in the hate-hate most of the time. But when it comes to Star Wars redesigns, I can't help it, I'm fascinated by them, specially the new bounty hunters from Empire Strikes Back, including an omfg-I-want-it version of Boba Fett. Yoda and the rest of the characters, like the Snow Trooper, are equally as good. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by MobileMilitia: i like how ig-88 looks like.....ig-88 more » | Other threads
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steampunk
Steampunk Soviet Gas Mask Looks Like That Nazi From Hellboy 1
This specially-created one-off steampunk gas mask was made from leather, brass, and a Soviet-era gas mask. What's special about this isn't that it looks incredibly creepy and incredibly cool, it's that it looks kinda similar to that Nazi villain from the first Hellboy movie. Maybe it's just us and our excitement for Hellboy II that we're even thinking of buying this on eBay for $650 to use in our "LARPing". Yeah, that's the ticket. [ebay via Livejournal via Steampunk Workshop via Wired] More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Killjoy: @Stacky Botrus: "Looks kinda like the KROENEN mask from Hellboy." Huh. Hadn't occurred to me, but now that you mention it... more » | Other threads
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furniture
Transparent Clockwork Desk For the Wealthy Steampunk Aficionado
I have seen a lot of cool desks in my day, but the Executive Desk that artist Dale Mathis has created is definitely one of the finest. As you will see in the video after the break, the gears in the desk actually work—making it a fully functioning piece of art. And as such, you won't be finding this thing at IKEA anytime soon. Each desk is handmade to order and will set you back a whopping $21,000. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by bruzie: Boo with the autoplay. I was wondering what the hell was going on with my feed viewer. By the time... more » | Other threads
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steampunk
Steampunk Tadpole Trike is a Geek's Dream on Three Wheels
We immediately noticed there's not much steam to be had with this steampunk tadpole tricycle, but those criticisms were forgotten when we saw video of designer Alan skirting around on it, period piece clothing and all. Officially known as the Brass Lion, the three-wheeled wonder is pedal-powered and sports some seriously cool (and functioning) brass coach lamps. The ride looks pretty smooth, too. More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by SonOfMagicFact: @Pan_theFrog: Very well put. Sir, I have been bested. And you weren't a jerk about it, either! more » | Other threads
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automobiles
Rocket Car Mod is Like Steampunked Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Forget boring hydrogen-hybrid supercars and the like: a one-off vehicle mod like this recently-spotted Rocket Car is how to really impress passers-by. Built by Baron Margo, its shiny bullet-shape is all pipes, rocket exhaust (with what look like real jet engine parts), dials and a whirling propeller that apparently spins as you drive, keeping time with a ring of flashing lights. Basically it's like the car that Chitty Chitty would dream of being when it grows up, and I can almost forgive its steampunk-esque nature as it's just so astonishing. [LAMetblogs] -
steampunk tea
Steampunk Tea Pots Are Very Rust-Tea
Apologies to reader Miguel for taking his fantastic creations and shoving a lousy pun on it, but it was either that or "sTEAmpunk". These Steampunk Tea Pots are really, really amazing, and they're all hand-made and unglazed colored clay pots perfect for putting your morning tea into. Mr. T would approve. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by libelle47: @StarChaser Tyger: depends on the kind of clay and what temperature it's fired at. High fire ("Stoneware") clay is completely... more » | Other threads
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steampunk
Son Gets Steampunk Clock As Wedding Present From Dad
In a story sure to melt the gears in our brass-and-copper hearts, one steampunk fan toiled for weeks in his workshop in order to present his son with an intricate walnut clock as a wedding present. The best thing is, the son had been the one to introduce him to steampunk in the first place. The dad-humor in the note that came with the present puts an "aw shucks" smile on my face. More »
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By Elaine ChowComment by Evan394: @aeroworks: whoops, sorry. Is there an echo in here? more » | Other threads
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steampunk
Steampunk Jewelry Is Perfect If You Are Captain Nemo
So you think you are a steampunk fan because you got all your steampunk things, right? Your steampunk music instruments and weapons and figure models and Darth Vader mask and desktop computer and laptop and dog and LEGO models and personal body guard, and even your own steampunk lightsaber... sure, whatever, but do you have your steampunkish cufflinks ready when Captain Nemo invites you to a party aboard the Nautilus? That's what I thought. Fortunately, you can pick them from this cool catalog of weird and wonderful custom Victorian-looking jewels. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Robert Tillson: Ok I see you all have your opinions, but for those of you that like this stuff, you should check... more » | Other threads
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