Club Jade

The economics of Star Wars. This infographic that’s been circling around the interwebs breaks down just how much money the Star Wars cash cow brings in. To which we say: Damn.

Interviews. Ashley Eckstein turns the tables on the fans! She talks to our pal Mandy from TheForce.net, plus costumer Vera Campbell and EU fan Erin Kelahan.

Listage. Totalfilm includes four Star Wars movies in their 40 baffling movie plot holes, and Darth Vader as one of their 30 most influential movie characters.

Fanmade. These super-adorable Star Wars amigurumi almost inspire me to learn how to crochet. Almost.

Video. Chad Vader identifies costumes and meets George Lucas at Dragon*Con.

• Craft: Sammi Resendes, whose Star Wars amigurumi you might remember, has produced a Darth Revan figure.

• Interview: Tomorrow sees the release of Michael Reaves’ Jedi Twilight, so EUC has a chat with him and frequent collaborator Steve Perry.
• People: Drew Karpyshyn updates his TOS blog with some random thoughts about the publishing industry

Bonnie interviews Sammi Resendes about her Star Wars Amigurumi.

• The ‘carbonite’ (bronzed) Boba Fett Pez dispenser has been a big hit today.

• Old-time motor wheel recalls General Grievous’ Wheel Bike. You can even pick up a modern version for a mere $12,999.95.
• Bid on a Steampunk Vader helmet on eBay.
• Go early 90′s with Star Wars via Telnet.

Check out closeups of Artoo1121′s adorable Lord of the Rings amigurumi and their sculpey details at Craftster or her blog Geek Central Station.

Yoda, Darth Vader or Luke Skywalker?

Bonnie at TOS has found step by step instructions on how to make one of your own, and pics of a few buddies. I have a feeling something like this would be very popular at the next CJ auction. Hint hint.