Hello May! Let's start this month on a fun and positive note...
1. I'm so addicted to Pokemon Y right now and I've found a new-to-me Pokemon to obsess over: Amaura! I grew up with the original Pokemon, Gen 1. I knew of the odd Pokemon from later generations but I didn't play the games, so I didn't know them well. Now, playing Pokemon Y for the first time, I'm finding so many new Pokemon to love. Amaura is the newest obsession and team member for me. As Adam has pointed out, Pokemon must meet a certain cute factor for me to put them on my team.
2. I've always been a huge fan of the t-shirt sites out there. TeeFury has been one that I've purchased from often. They released a new shirt recently that I'm crazy about. Ghosbusters x Golden Girls mash up? Yes please! Even Sophia's purse made it into the design!
3. Star Wars Day is coming up and unfortunately I'm too busy to bake up something Star Wars themed, but that doesn't mean I can't admire all the amazing Star Wars goodies showing up online. I really wish this cake had a source link attached to it on pinterest. For now, let's all admire this amazing Star Wars cake!
What fandoms are you into right now?
xo Jen
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Slimed Cupcakes
Friday, 15 July 2016
Today is a great day! The new Ghostbusters movie is released today! To say I'm a little excited is an understatement.
In celebration of the new movie, I made some slimed cupcakes this week which I think turned out amazing. The slime looks fantastic.
I used a chocolate cupcake base with almond buttercream on top. The day I made these the humidity was high so the frosting sort of melted on top of the cupcakes. But like Adam pointed out, it gives them a Stay Puft-marshmallow look to the tops.
As for the slime, I used:
- piping gel
- green food colouring (I used 'Leaf Green' colour gel by Wilton)
xo Jen
In celebration of the new movie, I made some slimed cupcakes this week which I think turned out amazing. The slime looks fantastic.
I used a chocolate cupcake base with almond buttercream on top. The day I made these the humidity was high so the frosting sort of melted on top of the cupcakes. But like Adam pointed out, it gives them a Stay Puft-marshmallow look to the tops.
As for the slime, I used:
- piping gel
- green food colouring (I used 'Leaf Green' colour gel by Wilton)
Will you be seeing the new movie in theatres? I can't wait for our date night to go.
xo Jen
Fandom Favourites
Friday, 1 July 2016
It's Friday! Here are my fandom favourites of the week:
1. Teeturtle just released some new Marvel tees and they're so amazing! I can't get over how cute the Squirrel Girl design is and how accurate the Deadpool one is.
2. I haven't paid much attention to the Funko Fabrikations plushies. They're cute, but nothing I have to own. That is until I saw Stay Puft at EB Games. He's so unbelievably adorable!
3. Fan Expo Canada is my next big comic convention. It happens over labor day weekend in September and I'm always excited for it. But can we look at some of the guests that have been announced so far? I'm fangirling hard every time they announce another guest. Eeee!
What fandom things are you into this week?
xo Jen
1. Teeturtle just released some new Marvel tees and they're so amazing! I can't get over how cute the Squirrel Girl design is and how accurate the Deadpool one is.
2. I haven't paid much attention to the Funko Fabrikations plushies. They're cute, but nothing I have to own. That is until I saw Stay Puft at EB Games. He's so unbelievably adorable!
3. Fan Expo Canada is my next big comic convention. It happens over labor day weekend in September and I'm always excited for it. But can we look at some of the guests that have been announced so far? I'm fangirling hard every time they announce another guest. Eeee!
What fandom things are you into this week?
xo Jen
Fandom Favourites
Friday, 17 June 2016
Happy Friday! Let's get right to my fandom favourites this week...
1. It took me a bit to get to, but I finally finished season 2 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. I enjoyed this season just as much as the first season. I loved Tina Fey's character and seeing Titus grow in a relationship was super sweet. And not to give out spoilers, but damn, I loved how the season ended. I'm pumped for season 3 already!
2. As we get closer to the new Ghostbusters release date, more and more Ghostbusters' merch is popping up online (just not in Canadian stores *insert sad face*). I'm head over heels in love with these Ghostbuster designs and I so badly want both on t-shirts.
What fandom things are you loving this week?
xo Jen
1. It took me a bit to get to, but I finally finished season 2 of Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. I enjoyed this season just as much as the first season. I loved Tina Fey's character and seeing Titus grow in a relationship was super sweet. And not to give out spoilers, but damn, I loved how the season ended. I'm pumped for season 3 already!
2. As we get closer to the new Ghostbusters release date, more and more Ghostbusters' merch is popping up online (just not in Canadian stores *insert sad face*). I'm head over heels in love with these Ghostbuster designs and I so badly want both on t-shirts.
3. I'm getting so excited for the release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. I even preordered it so I can get the free tote and attend the Midnight release at Chapters Indigo.
4. Cats + Star Wars = instant love!
xo Jen
5 Fandom Friday: Nerdy Hobbies People Don't Consider Nerdy
Friday, 22 April 2016
Happy Friday! This Friday's prompt had me stumped initially until I stepped back and looked at what my hobbies are...
1. Sewing
Sewing is a hobby that so many people don't know how to do. Most grandmas and some mothers have the skill set but my generation seems to be lacking the skills to mend a shirt or hem a pair of pants. So when I take my sewing skills and mix it with geeky fabric or vintage bed sheets, it equals out to one nerdy hobby that I have.
2. Baking
Baking is one of my favourite hobbies! Most people think it's great that I make cookies and cupcakes regularly. Little do they know, a lot of the recipes I make have some sort of geeky theme to them. They're just hidden to the less-nerdy eye. Take my Pokemon cupcakes I made for the anniversary, my family ate those up without even noticing the themed decorating.
3. Gardening
Up until we bought our house I had very little interest in gardening. But now that we have a vegetable garden and two flower gardens I've become obsessed with looking up plants, zones, and soil types. I've become a giant plant-nerd. And now that I can hold a conversation with my parents about plants and flowers that onlookers would roll their eyes at, I'm seeing that I've taken on another hobby that I nerd out about.
4. Pets
Everyone uses the term 'cat lady' and we all know people obsessed with their dogs. But geeking out over the fact that you have fish babies in your aquarium isn't all that common. I didn't know that I would become enthralled by having a fish aquarium, or that I'd become so attached to owning turtles. But the knowledge I've attained, the joy I get watching these aquariums, and the passion I have talking about these pets is pretty darn nerdy.
5. Movies
Ok, so we all watch and enjoy movies. Sometimes a movie comes out that you're excited to see and you'll go opening night to see it. But do you own so many movies it looks like you run a movie rental store? Do you get butterflies in your stomach from watching a movie trailer? Yeah, some of you do and that's because you're a movie nerd. And so am I. Some movies turn me into an excited mess. Like when I dragged Adam to the movie theatre 2 hours before The Hunger Games started so we'd get good seats. And NO ONE else showed up until 30 minutes before the movie started. Or when I waited outside a theatre for hours on opening day of one of the Harry Potter movies (or for most of them...). So yeah, I'm one of those people who can nerd out huge over movies.
What are some of your nerdy hobbies?
xo Jen
Fandom Favourites
Monday, 18 April 2016
It's hard to narrow down what fandom things are making me excited lately because so much news and awesome things keep coming out!
1. The trailer for the new Ghostbusters movie makes me super giddy and I've watched it at least 10 times now. I'm already eyeing up the new Pop! Vinyl figures for the movie. .
2. The new trailer for Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them was released last weekend, and holy crap, it gives me chills! I cannot wait to be back in that world.
3. Entertainment Weekly released new photos for the Gilmore Girls return - both of Lorelai and Rory and some on-set photos. And I've been spending a lot of time dissecting the on-set photos with friends. To say I'm a little excited is an understatement. Oh, and the fact that Sookie has been confirmed to come back has basically made my year!
4. Deadpool 2 was confirmed which is pretty exciting since the first movie was so good. But what excites me most? The fact that Cable will be in it. So they better not screw up the casting.
What fandom things are making you excited this week?
xo Jen
Ghostbusters Trailer + Everyday Cosplay
Monday, 7 March 2016
The trailer for the new Ghostbusters movie was released last week. There's been mixed reactions but I'm on the 'so excited and the trailer gave me goosebumps' side.
I grew up with Ghostbusters and the original two movies hold a special place in my heart. And yes, Hollywood can't stop remaking and rebooting previous movies, which is annoying. But there's no stopping Hollywood from doing it, so at least this movie has a good director, writer, and cast. There's no stopping this movie. It won't be the same as the original two and there's no point in comparing. I'm looking at this movie as an extension of the Ghostbusters movies I already love dearly. What's wrong with having more of the Ghostbusters' universe in your life? Nothing!
So if you haven't watched the trailer, go ahead and watch it now.
It puts a smile on my face and I'll be seeing it opening weekend for sure.
Needless to say I really want a jumpsuit so I can dress like a Ghostbuster whenever I want. Until I can get my hands on one, putting together an Everyday Cosplay look would be fun too.
I grew up with Ghostbusters and the original two movies hold a special place in my heart. And yes, Hollywood can't stop remaking and rebooting previous movies, which is annoying. But there's no stopping Hollywood from doing it, so at least this movie has a good director, writer, and cast. There's no stopping this movie. It won't be the same as the original two and there's no point in comparing. I'm looking at this movie as an extension of the Ghostbusters movies I already love dearly. What's wrong with having more of the Ghostbusters' universe in your life? Nothing!
So if you haven't watched the trailer, go ahead and watch it now.
It puts a smile on my face and I'll be seeing it opening weekend for sure.
Needless to say I really want a jumpsuit so I can dress like a Ghostbuster whenever I want. Until I can get my hands on one, putting together an Everyday Cosplay look would be fun too.
Between Melissa McCarthy's black and yellow glasses and Kate McKinnon's yellow glasses, I'd love to get some yellow specs! And how perfect would a backpack be to represent the Proton pack?!
I'm not going to let the haters ruin this movie for me. I'm incredibly excited for Ghostbusters. What are your thoughts?
xo Jen
2016 Movies Watch List - Part 1
Wednesday, 6 January 2016
In January I always pull up the 'Coming Soon' section on Tribute to look at the list of movies coming to theatres that year. I get really excited when I realize how soon movies that I've been looking forward to will be out or when a movie is listed that I didn't realize was finished production.
This year, I added all the movies I want to see in theatre to my planner. Why? So when I look at a month I can get excited knowing a movie date is in my future and also to plan some themed-baking projects. And let me tell you, there are a ton of good movies coming out in 2016.
These are the movies that top my 2016 list from January to July:
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
"In this wild reimagining of Jane Austen’s classic tale set in the 19th century, scrappy martial arts specialist Elizabeth Bennet and the very wealthy Mr. Darcy are true opposites — however, equally prideful and prejudiced.
"The origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life."
Let's be honest, what comic book fan isn't looking forward to this movie?! Ryan Reynolds seems to be the perfect person to play Deadpool. I just hope I won't be disappointed.
This year, I added all the movies I want to see in theatre to my planner. Why? So when I look at a month I can get excited knowing a movie date is in my future and also to plan some themed-baking projects. And let me tell you, there are a ton of good movies coming out in 2016.
These are the movies that top my 2016 list from January to July:
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
"In this wild reimagining of Jane Austen’s classic tale set in the 19th century, scrappy martial arts specialist Elizabeth Bennet and the very wealthy Mr. Darcy are true opposites — however, equally prideful and prejudiced.
But in the face of an unknown and dangerous plague, the two must cast aside their different social classes in order to deal with their tangled romantic relationship — and fight off an army of undead zombies."
I've read the book and ever since I heard it was being made into a movie I've been excited for it. And it's finally coming out!
Let's be honest, what comic book fan isn't looking forward to this movie?! Ryan Reynolds seems to be the perfect person to play Deadpool. I just hope I won't be disappointed.
"Tensions rise between Steve Rogers and the other Avengers when global governments initiate an act to regulate all superhuman activity."
I'm very curious to see this movie. There are a ton of characters in this movie, some new and some from other Marvel movies, and I want to see how they fit them into the story line.
X-Men: Apocalypse
X-Men: Apocalypse
"As the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance, Raven, with the help of Professor X, must lead a team of young X-Men to stop their nemesis, the villainous En Sabah Nur, aka Apocalypse."
It's no secret that I'm a big X-Men fan so I'm definitely looking forward to this movie and I'm especially interested in seeing how the new cast and characters work out.
"One year after her journey with Nemo, Dory is on an adventure to find her family. They are finally reunited but not after everyone learns a few things about the meaning of family from the adventure."

I think everyone who loved Finding Nemo has been patiently waiting for this movie to come out. Dory was one of the standout characters in Finding Nemo and I'm very excited to see this movie which follows Dory.
"Authors Erin Gilbert and Abby Yates write a book in which they claim that ghosts exist. A few years later, Erin lands a prestigious teaching position at Columbia University, but when her book resurfaces, she becomes a joke within the academic world.
That changes when ghosts invade Manhattan, and Erin and Abby reunite in order to get together a team to save the world."
I am SO excited for this movie! The fact that it's Ghostbusters, written and directed by Paul Feig and stars Melissa McCarthy and Kristen Wiig makes me so incredibly hopeful that this movie will be amazing.
Just re-reading this list makes me super excited for all my future movie dates. What movies are you looking forward to?
xo Jen
*All quotes and pictures are from Tribute*
Fangirl News
Wednesday, 15 July 2015
This past weekend was San Diego Comic Con and as usual so much news came out of that convention - trailers, casting announcements, and panels with movies and TV shows where details were spilled.
* A bunch of trailers were released over the weekend and the Deadpool trailer excited me the most. It looks like Ryan Reynolds did it - he's made a R-rated Deadpool movie and it makes me so happy! Now, my expectations have been set high for this movie so let's hope it doesn't disappoint!
* There was also a panel for X-Men: Apocalypse and they showed a trailer/clips put together from what they've filmed so far which made me fangirl when I watched it. Seeing a mohawk-sporting Storm, a bald James McAvoy, and hearing Magneto say 'who the fuck are you?' made me squee!
* 'Lumberjanes' won multiple Eisner awards, including 'Best New Series' and it just makes my heart swell. This series has become easily one of my favourites and I love how far it's come.
* Over the weekend, Paul Feig also tweeted a photo of the ladies in their Ghostbusters jumpsuits on set and now I need a jumpsuit so bad! Can I just cosplay as Melissa McCarthy's character for all cons?!? Jumpsuit, messy top bun and black glasses!
* Fan Expo Canada announced two Harry Potter guests this week - Tom Felton and Bonnie Wright have been added, so along with the Phelps twins there's a mini-Harry Potter reunion happening there and it makes me incredibly excited.
* It's funny this Harry Potter news came up this week because I also recently found out about Potterweek which Common Room has organized. It's a one week Harry Potter link up for blogs, podcasts, and all social media really. So now I just want to marathon the Harry Potter movies and come up with Harry Potter-themed treats.
* A bunch of trailers were released over the weekend and the Deadpool trailer excited me the most. It looks like Ryan Reynolds did it - he's made a R-rated Deadpool movie and it makes me so happy! Now, my expectations have been set high for this movie so let's hope it doesn't disappoint!
* There was also a panel for X-Men: Apocalypse and they showed a trailer/clips put together from what they've filmed so far which made me fangirl when I watched it. Seeing a mohawk-sporting Storm, a bald James McAvoy, and hearing Magneto say 'who the fuck are you?' made me squee!
* 'Lumberjanes' won multiple Eisner awards, including 'Best New Series' and it just makes my heart swell. This series has become easily one of my favourites and I love how far it's come.
* Over the weekend, Paul Feig also tweeted a photo of the ladies in their Ghostbusters jumpsuits on set and now I need a jumpsuit so bad! Can I just cosplay as Melissa McCarthy's character for all cons?!? Jumpsuit, messy top bun and black glasses!
* Fan Expo Canada announced two Harry Potter guests this week - Tom Felton and Bonnie Wright have been added, so along with the Phelps twins there's a mini-Harry Potter reunion happening there and it makes me incredibly excited.
* It's funny this Harry Potter news came up this week because I also recently found out about Potterweek which Common Room has organized. It's a one week Harry Potter link up for blogs, podcasts, and all social media really. So now I just want to marathon the Harry Potter movies and come up with Harry Potter-themed treats.
It's been a fantastic week of geek news and it has started some very animated and intense conversations at home with Adam as we dissect movie trailers, discuss comic book news, and brainstorm Harry Potter treats.
I hope your week has been treating you well!
xo Jen
Etsy Crush
Wednesday, 24 June 2015
Lately I've been finding a lot of items on Etsy that I just adore! The emails Etsy have been sending out with recommendations based on your current favourites have been spot on.
These are a few of my most recent Etsy loves:
MovieCat - Ghostbusters by Movie Cats
Animal Crossing Leaf Pendant by The Bird The Bee
Cute Boba Tea Pinback Buttons by Beagle Cakes Art
Coffee, Cats, Video Games Poster by The Pink Fox Designs
Arrow Washi Tape by Mailbox Happiness
Kittens Against Cat Calls by Danny Brito
Have you found any items you love on Etsy recently?
xo Jen
What I'm Loving Now
Saturday, 22 November 2014
It's been a whirlwind of a week between work, errands, and crafts. One thing I did make a point of doing this week was catch up on my TV shows when I had a bit of time to myself.
The Mindy Project
Of all the shows I watch by myself and with Adam, The Mindy Project is easily my favourite show airing right now. Especially this season. Mindy and Danny make me laugh and make my heart melt weekly. This season has been fantastic so far and I'm so happy they added more episodes to this season.
The Simpsons x Hello Kitty Line
I recently found out about this line through Twitter and I'm obsessed! The Simpsons characters look adorable in Hello Kitty form. I'd love to have this dress in my wardrobe!
Ghostbusters vs Mythbusters. Epic Rap Battles of History
A friend told me about this video and well, it's amazing! Watch!
I hope you're having a great weekend!
xo Jen
Halloween Movies
Monday, 27 October 2014
Like most people, I have a few favourite Halloween movies that I enjoy watching around this time of year. I watched all of these movies during my childhood which is why I enjoy them so much. They hold so many memories of watching them with my brothers and quoting lines afterwards.
In no particular order, these are my favourite movies to watch around Halloween:
Ghostbusters
There's no way you're surprised by this. I'm a huge Ghostbusters fan and I will watch this movie any time of the year, but it's something I usually watch around Halloween too because ghosts! And I watch the second one near Christmas/New Year's Eve.
Army Of Darkness
I saw this movie before I watched the Evil Dead movies. All I knew back when I was a child was that Ash was amazing and his boomstick was awesome! The entire Evil Dead series holds a special place in my heart, but Army Of Darkness is what started me on the series.
Beetlejuice
Of all the movies listed, I've seen this movie the most. Me and my brothers were obsessed with this movie when we were younger. So many lines were quoted constantly from this movie. But as a child, the ending always scared me. When Adam and Barbara turn old and into skeletons, I was so freaked out!
For the IGGPPC Halloween Party, I'll be doing a live tweet along to Beetlejuice as part of the activities. At 9 p.m. EST, I'll be starting the movie and tweeting along during it. So feel free to join in Thursday night!
What are a couple of your favourite Halloween movies!
xo Jen
Birthday Wish List
Monday, 16 June 2014
My birthday is in less than a month! On one hand I'm excited for it because of obvious reasons - cake, presents, excuse to eat sweets all day, and this year I'm having a party as well. And on the other hand, this birthday is the big 3-0. Eeee...
Either way, I've been bugged by Adam to get my birthday wish list together... these are a few of my favourite things!
Either way, I've been bugged by Adam to get my birthday wish list together... these are a few of my favourite things!
Niagara Falls Comic Con Recap
Monday, 9 June 2014
This past weekend was Niagara Falls Comic Con. It was my second time doing the show and I had a ton of fun again this year. I really enjoy the venue, crowd, and staff at this convention. Everything is very organized and I'm just in love with the table space they give you in Artist Alley. Typically at conventions everyone is squished into Artist Alley, there's no back drop, and you have little to no room behind you. But at the Niagara Falls convention, you actually get your own personal area. This makes for a much more comfortable weekend since you have a bit of room to move, breathe, and put your extra stock.
I found the trend this past weekend was Doctor Who, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Ghostbusters. All of which makes sense seeing as there were guests from each fandom.
On the first day I met a fellow IGGPPC member, Kacie. She was such a sweetheart and I'm so happy we were finally able to meet in real life. And she looked pretty awesome in her cosplay.
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