We’re (again) swamped, so: May the Fourth be with you, and all that jazz.
Roundup: Everything Her Universe
The reaction to the the announcement of Ashley Eckstein’s upcoming Her Universe line has been overwhelmingly positive, to the shock of no one with an XX chromosome.
The line will launch with not only t-shirts, but also a sweatshirt, some long-sleeved tees, hats, and two necklaces, Eckstein said on last week’s Forcecast. “The female fans have always been there, but it’s really changed over the past decade,” she said, adding: “A lot of the top blogs and sites are now written by women.” (NO WAI.)
Former fan club president Dan Madsen is also involved – He’s been answering questions on Rebelscum’s forums. He revealed the list of conventions the Her Universe folks will be hitting up – all the majors: San Diego Comic Con, Celebration V, Chicago Comic Con, Dragon*Con and New York Comic Con.
Sizing has been a hot issue, and in a FAQ posted yesterday, Eckstein says that the first line will be avaliable in sizes XS-XXL – and they are pursuing plus size. The cost may be a bit more than folks expect, though, with t-shirts in the $30-$35 range.
Artists Katie Cook and Cat Staggs are already on board, but get your vote in on the Her Universe Facebook page.
Share your ESB memories with CNN
CNN is in search of (old) geeks with fond memories of the debut of The Empire Strikes Back for their iReport feature. (via)
And there will apparently be a story project happening at Star Wars Celebration, as well. So come prepared.
Geeky record of the week: Trekkies en masse
Let’s hear it for the gang at Vulcan Con in Florida for surpassing those Brits for the most Star Trek costumes in one place. Way to break the space-time continuum, gang!
Sunday watcher: Building Empire, a fan documentary
This fan documentary by Jambe Davdar gathers together commentary, alternate takes and behind the scenes footage for a look at The Empire Strikes Back. (via) Head beneath the cut for the rest. Continue reading “Sunday watcher: Building Empire, a fan documentary”
Video: The Clone Wars season 3 teaser
Ahsoka gets her turn with the dream-filter in this season 3 preview that aired last night.