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December 10, 2006
Nintendo's Interactive Game Calendar
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Snowdriftland is an online flash game set-up to release each of its 24 stages on a specific day of the month. The game is really just a spot for Nintendo to bombard you with banner ads but the game is absolutely addicting, you won't even notice them.
You play as a snowman traveling thru a cloned Super Mario World collecting snowflakes (gold coins) while battling penguins, orcas, spiders and flying squirrels just to name a few. The mechanics are spot on and it proves once again, Nintendo is King of retro gaming. Aside from the excellent gameplay, the music is drugfully addicting. I found myself humming it while walking the dog.
What are you waiting for, go play it now!
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DIY Photo Blocks
I've been on this D.I.Y. kick lately. I'm finding it to be much more rewarding that my usual gift/receipt/neat packaging combo. There are a few people whom I have no idea what to get so they automatically get home-made gifts.
The Photo Block Kit by Photojojo is a perfect gift for that person. Each kit comes with eight 2 x 3 hardwood blocks (good enough for two sets), some special glue, foam brush and sealer. Grab a 4x 6 photo and follow the instructions to create a beautiful photo block. The sealer protects the photo and creates a beautiful finish. They can play around with arrangement and create a custom look in their home or office.
ENJOY!
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December 5, 2006
DIY 3D Snowflake
I have this strange need to fold paper. I've been known to sit and fold scraps, post-it notes and tissue just for the heck of it. So I decided to up it a notch and look for something really challenging and I've found it.
WikiHow has instructions on how to fold your own 3D snowflake. All it takes is some paper, scissors, tape, stapler, patience, and little bit of talent. It took me a long time to make the first one but after that, I was able to almost mass produce them. I plan on getting some bigger sheets of paper to make a giant snowflake. The geometry is beautiful and definitely helped me get into the holiday spirit!
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