Screaming Nails: Paint it White! [TUTORIAL]
Oct29

Screaming Nails: Paint it White! [TUTORIAL]

For Halloween, we have a creative idea reminiscent of the “Scream” franchise (and the Edward Munch inspiration) for nail polish from blogger MotherIrreverent! To create this look (which glows in the dark…

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Goth Chef’s Version of the Pumpkin King Shot [RECIPE]
Oct17

Goth Chef’s Version of the Pumpkin King Shot [RECIPE]

Hey you guys, the Goth Chef is back and, boy, do I have something for you! We all know that Fall is here (or so we can feel it arriving) and during this time of season there’s nothing better than enjoying yourself a hot cup of cocoa and sitting nestled by the fire watching The Nightmare Before Christmas. Wonderful scenery…

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Defend Thine Self: A Goth’s Guide to Self-Defense, Part 4 [ARTICLE]
Aug21

Defend Thine Self: A Goth’s Guide to Self-Defense, Part 4 [ARTICLE]

As we continue our Goth’s guide to Self Defense, we move on from improvised weapons to specifically engineered weapons such as pepper sprays, T.A.S.E.R.s, and stun guns as well as more lethal weapons like sharp bladed objects (knives, swords, etc.).

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As Clay Sharpens Iron: An Intro to Knife Sharpening [TUTORIAL]
Apr21

As Clay Sharpens Iron: An Intro to Knife Sharpening [TUTORIAL]

.I learned at a young age how and why you need a good edge on your knife, sword, and axe. Today, I see all kinds of gadgets to sharpen a knife. Whether or not you the customer need it or not, the knife-sharpening manufacturers claim very easy and simple ways to sharpen a knife. All my life I wanted to know how to not only sharpen my weapons but to find that connection to the past ….to the very weapon smiths of old! If today our current civilization came crashing down and there was no power, heat, or running water… what would happen? Who would survive?

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Gothic Easter Meal for Anytime [RECIPE/TUTORIAL]
Apr17

Gothic Easter Meal for Anytime [RECIPE/TUTORIAL]

This past Easter I came up with some food that you could make all year round! It was very yummy, so wanted to share it from my perspective! Sadly, all the little bunnies were in my stomach, but I was a happy girl at the moment so that’s what was important. Once again it was the dreaded Sunday and no one was looking forward to going back to work, school, or any day in/day out activity that required society to work in general. But I had something that would cheer me up and have this Easter end with bang! *shoots gag gun*

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Strawberry-Blueberry Vanilla Muffin: An Izzy Sunday Treat [RECIPE/TUTORIAL]
Mar16

Strawberry-Blueberry Vanilla Muffin: An Izzy Sunday Treat [RECIPE/TUTORIAL]

Sunday’s are always the one day of the week that seems to be not so special, especially since it leads to the dreaded Monday. But I like to make it a special day so a yummy and pretty breakfast is just what the doctor ordered.

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