I posted this photograph a while ago, unsure of where it came from:
Upon looking through some of my photo archives, I realized that fantastic image is the work of Tim Walker.
This man is responsible for some truly wonderful images.
If pastries grew on trees, I’d be a very happy woman. I want to live in that world.
See more on his site.
Allow me a seasonal time warp for a moment. I’m sure it won’t be long until we start seeing Christmas artifacts appear on store shelves anyway. I recently came across a company that manufactures Pink Bunny Pajamas (just the way Aunt Clara made ’em!):
The site boasts that you can now “Give the gift of humiliation!”
The suit is available in plus sizes as well (though somehow I doubt the bucket of chicken is included).
And you can purchase a “Christmas Combo” which includes a Red Rider BB Gun.
Starting at about $110, I’m afraid I won’t be purchasing this tribute to my favorite holiday film of all time. But it’s definitely a product that needed to made.
Check it out here.
And if you need a reminder of where these come from…
I will now resume taking full advantage of pre-Halloween days to post spooky things.
It’s almost time for TV stations to start playing retro horror. I hope you’re as excited as I am. To whet your appetite, take a look at The Obscure Hollow, an entire blog devoted to haunting film decor (most of which ranges from 1930-1980).
So many desktop background possibilities…so little time…
Mmmmm…autumn fog.
They even have selections from the silent era (the visuals of silent horror are absolutely swoon-worthy).
Feed your eyes with classic screen caps here.
Okay…this post is going to make me walk a very uncomfortable line. The easy way out is to be snarky. But there is something so undeniably sincere about these images that I’m going to let them speak for themselves.
Art for God has a collection of paintings depicting Jesus in “heroic” circumstances, along with inspirational descriptions.
See the rest here.
I made it! I made it through the post without saying anything! That was exhausting. I need a nap.
Link sent by Doug…check out his fun, non-Jesus art (skeletons abound!).
Count Chocula and Frankenberry have carved out quite a niche for themselves in the realm of sugary themed breakfast treats. But I find the third General Mills monster cereal, Boo Berry, to be tragically underrepresented.
This is how it all began in the early 70’s:
From the very start, this character was ostracized and poorly treated:
Stoners across the world may be disappointed to discover that the ghost (despite being created in the 70’s) is not supposed to be high. He is based on actor Peter Lorre, hence the heavy lids and off-kilter grin. Though Boo does often appear to be under the influence, I prefer to think of him as chronically relaxed. Ghosts can be so uppity sometimes.
Besides, mixing Boo Berry and drugs may cause severe impairment of judgment:
There were some stellar toys as well. Presenting the LEAST scary ghost on earth! You WANT this guy haunting your house, because it would basically be like having a quiet, agreeable friend over. Don’t you just want to ask him to bring over a video and some popcorn?
You can also dress up as Boo (I was surprised to see this on the Spirit store website, since my Halloween partner in crime and I recently combed every inch of the place and surely would have noticed this in stock).
I originally saw this box on a mislabeled site, claiming it was from the 80’s. Turns out it’s a 2008 incarnation (thanks, Brian!). Time for a close-up!
Naturally, the most recent version of the box has fallen victim to the pristine, homogenized, airbrushed artistic tendencies of our current decade. Boo appears younger and thinner, as if he’s had an eye lift procedure and taken up amphetamines.
In my opinion, the modern design is soul-less by comparison. Part of Boo’s charm was his simplicity. He doesn’t need bright, shiny eyes or castles emerging from his head.
Boo, if you’re reading this, we loved you the way you were: dazed, lethargic, and packed with delicious blue crunchy pellets.
Do they still sell this cereal anywhere? Let me know if you’ve seen it in stores near you, because I haven’t in years.
In keeping with my enthusiasm for all-things-spooky, I did an image odyssey for portraits of the inimitable Vincent Price.
Some results were photographs (including an entertaining selection of Mr. Price, looking startled or maniacal around food)…
Doesn’t he just ooze charisma?
Some were artistic renditions…
And a favorite of mine:
Wait for it…
Over the past few years I’ve been on the West coast as autumn began, but this year I’ll be home in NY and I find myself wildly excited about the impending season.
After an exhausting day, I told myself I was going to take a “quick look” online for Halloween things. An hour later I realized that I had been lured in by the siren song of Martha Stewart design galleries and probably clicked on about 500 things.
But at least I’ve got something to show for it; a selection of pumpkins for my fellow Halloween lovers.
Amazing style on this one:
The lips look so…natural…a bit unnerving, no?
Victorian design on white pumpkins. Nice!
Great concept…
This one reminds me of historical illustration:
Wow…great job, great painting. Anyone want to attempt Van Gogh’s Starry Night?
I can’t even believe this is a carving:
If you want to see more, Martha is calling…
This gets the award for least appealing cake of the week:
A naked mole rat, arguably one of nature’s most hideous creatures (even by my standards, and I’m quick to adore wildlife). Something about the shaded folds of tan icing turns my stomach.
I always thought I’d happily eat any kind of cake, even in the shape of a hairless rodent…but now I’m not so sure.
The (obvious) source
I recently posted about artist/sculptor William Bezek’s commission for the greatest wedding proposal of all time, but I love his new “crop” of pumpkin creations.
Each one is about 4 1/2″ in diameter, made from Paperclay. Each on has an eerily human face with distinct personality…
And from last year, conjoined twins!
A few more in this post.
As you can see here and here, I’m a fan of all things Haunted Mansion.
Giddie Girlie on Etsy has made a series of Hitchiking Ghost embroidery.
Currently sold out, but I would love to hang a set of all three!
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