o    ‘Ouch…!@#$#%’


Which is the noise I’ve apparently been making a lot these last few days while. That and some other choice words I’ll leave up to the imagination. I’ve been finishing up some of the last minute projects for Emerald City Comicon. Because it’s seriously right around the corner and there’s so much that needs to get done. Fortunately with such a short deadline, my projects are coming together quite nicely.

I’ve been so busy though, I had to set up my second sewing machine side by side! Just so I could finish up two more belt-loop pouches. I have also taken up the front entrance since it has the most solid surface. It happens to be the best place to set up to pound snaps into what I’ve been calling ‘man pants.’ It’s fun to say. Go ahead, say it out loud right now: man pants! It’s cool, right?

What makes ‘man pants’ so unique? For starters they have a wide waist band, deep pockets and plenty of room in the seat and rise. I’ve been using heavy twill so they’re rugged like denim or cargo pants but also comfortable. They look nice and the all-cotton fabric breathes and allows air to flow. They can handle the pressure of a long day at the comicon or whatever else you might want to use them for. But the real geekey thing is that they’re fitted around the calf so you can wear boots. Or just to get that same look as wearing spats without having to be dressy or uniformy.

Nobody else you know will have them, because they’re not as geeky as you… unless they also come to larsengeekery.com

Positively Geeky

by Lady Evelyn

These past few weeks in Geekery central time went by fast. I have been in the sewing room organizing my supplies, designing new products and received a few special orders. I have completed construction on two of the three steeple jacks or ‘man pants’ for the Emerald City ComicCon event. As well as a clip on pouch which you can attach to a shoulder strap, belt loops… or bustle?

That’s right; this cloth bag has two lobster claw snap-clips that are great for hanging from any convenient location. But in this case, I have a matching bustle to go with it. The pleating especially on this bustle came out really nice. I decided to give the pleating points for a bit of an interesting stylish flair.

 

Inspired a little from Xena: Warrior Princess and a little by Wonder Woman.

I created a prototype of the belt loop pouch, while thinking of an alternative to the old style fanny pack. This pouch is a hip, modern and positively geeky substitute to the bulky ‘granny fanny’ pack. The prototype was made out of the same material as a bodice I made for my daughter’s eighteenth birthday, which she conveniently can’t find (Siona’s addendum: I’m working on it!)

There are inside pockets on the pouch for various little items you might want to keep a hold of: pens, keys, etc. My husband, Jay, also suggested the stylish clear front pocket. Have to have a place to put your Con pass after all, right?  This way the pass doesn’t ruin the style of your outfit. The lining is made out of cotton and those are some sturdy snaps.

All in all, I’m quite proud of this design and have received many compliments. I’m really looking forward to wearing this ensemble to the ECCC. Just 10 more days, I can’t wait.  Now everybody go geek out on something fun.

Evelyn Geek Mascot

She's a Sewing Super Hero!
My Lady Evelyn is her own Geek Mascot!
Modeling her own handiwork!
Ready to help you Geek Out your Gear!
by Jay Larsen (c) 2012

Wear What You Geek

By Lady Evelyn

I have been in the real estate world for over 10 years now.  And as this industry has become more and more politically charged; I have decided to add to my portfolio in a unique and diverse way.  Thus the launch of a new career at Larsen Geekery I am inspired passionately by only a few things in this world.  My husband Jay and children Siona and Chani first and foremost bring me that joy. But sewing has always been in my life and also brought me a great deal of delight and satisfaction.

My idea of fun is to create new classical fashion designs that are wearable for everyday life. I make creative fun clothing and accessories that are Steampunk Geekery.  Historical styles to incorporate in your geekey convention and cosplay fun or classic pieces to just geek out in. Think fashion forward for everyday geekery.

We will be blogging about new crafty designs and some old ones as well. At LarsenGeekery.com we will be demonstrating crafts and construction tips, highlighting new creations and retailing some of our Steampunk Geekery and other fashion product lines. We’ll see you online and at the cons!

So bring your geek on!