Holy Comicon, Batman!

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Oh. My. Goodness.

The upcoming Phoenix Comicon 14 is shaping into a Doozy.

Not only are actor Nathan Fillion (swoon!) and author Charlaine Harris scheduled to appear, but now the cast of the 1960s television classic, Batman!

That's right kids, Adam West, Burt Ward, and Julie Newmar are scheduled to be there!

Batman was a 1960s American live action television series that aired on the ABC network for three seasons from Jan. 12, 1966 to March 14, 1968.  It was based upon the DC comic book character and starred West as Batman, Ward as Robin, and Newmar as Cat Woman.

I hope they like my Super Suit!

Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na, Batman!

Suit yourself

Greta Garb-oh!

Momma and I are proud to present the second outfit in her Greta Garb-oh! Collection: a two-piece 1870s Super Suit PLUS a coordinating Lobster Tail Bustle and Petticoat. Both are based upon patterns by Thimbles and Acorns.

Momma's Super Suit is as wild and crazy as a day at ComiCon. Not only does it feature Supergirl, Batgirl, and Wonder Woman, but it has the bold onomatopoeic words (Bam! Pow! Wham!) associated with comics, and the coordinating petticoat and bustle has the stars seen in cartoons after a stunning blow to the head.

After making my Super Suit, Momma decided to add gold lame to the cuffs in homage to Wonder Woman's bulletproof bracelets. A gold lasso of truth is attached at the waist, but can be removed if desired.

(I'm jealous. I want bulletproof bracelets, too!)

Honey, where's my Super Suit?

One of the things Momma and I really like about pop culture conventions is watching cosplay.

Cosplay (short for "costume play") participants wear costumes and accessories to represent a specific character or concept.

Anything that lends itself to interpretation may be used as inspiration ... and it is not unusual to see women playing male roles, et cetera. 

So when Momma saw this fabric featuring Supergirl, Batgirl, and Wonder Woman, her mind wandered.

My Super Suit is as wild and crazy as a day at ComiCon. Not only does it feature female superheroes, but it has the bold onomatopoeic words (Bam! Pow! Wham!) associated with comics, and my petticoat has the stars seen in cartoons after a stunning blow to the head.

And guess what? Your 18 inch Vinyl American friend can have her very own Super Suit, too! Momma will be listing one in her Etsy shop in the next few days.

Stay tuned for the next exciting development - same Bat-time, same Bat-channel!

Girl Power

I had no idea it could be so dangerous being a seamstress, but Momma slipped today on some some tulle twisting her right knee and wrist.

It's a good thing I prefer cotton, especially Momma's latest find by Camelot Design Studio: Girl Power!

Move over boys, this is a job for Super Addie!

Oh, my stars and garters!

Wonder Woman #28 by J.G. Jones

Two years ago DC Comics announced its launch of "The New 52." 

Now, DC Comics has been around since 1934. Momma and I both enjoy the occasional comic book, but we were clueless what "The New 52" meant.

But, to be honest, it didn't worry us until we heard 20 of the February covers are steampunk variants so we turned to an expert, Albert Ching. 

Momma used to work with Ching, but he is now Senior Editor at Comic Book Resources, so he is definitely the one to ask.

Superman/Wonder Woman #5 by Dan Panosian

Steampunk Addie: "What the !@#$% is 'The New 52'?"

Ching: "The New 52 is the branding used for most of DC Comics' current line -- it launched in Sept. 2011. They relaunched all of their comics with new #1 issues, 52 series in total."

SA: "Ok, so the February issues are #28, so they have 24 more issues to go? Then what?"

AC: No, "52" only refers to the number of titles. As in, there are 52 series total -- counting Batman, Superman, The Flash, Wonder Woman, more, etc. -- the books could go on for any number of issues."

SA: "Dumb question, are the February issues out yet or do they come out in February?"

AC: "Out in February -- and not a dumb question at all since normally the date on a periodical is in advance of coming out!"

SA: "I see. What about the ones that combine Superman and Wonder Woman? Do they count as a separate issue or part of the WW or Superman series?"

AC: "Counts as separate, but honestly "New 52" is basically just branding at this point. There aren't necessarily 52 different comics coming out every month. It hasn't been exact in a while."

Now, DC Comics announced its plans in November 2013 to feature special steampunk-themed variant covers for 20 of its February releases.

Tonner Dolls released its now sold-out Wonder Woman, Steampunk #1 in 2012.


How did they know?

An offer I can't refuse

Jill Thompson

Don't worry, now that I am back online I shall post about my weekend adventures upon the Queen Mary.

However, I was thrilled to spot today one of my favorite children's books, Scary Godmother, is being developed into a doll.

First published in 1997, author Jill Thomson described Scary Godmother this way: “Scary Godmother is like your fairy godmother, but for Halloween. There’s really nothing scary about the Scary Godmother. She’s fun and macabre; reminiscent of childhood with a little bit of social commentary mixed in."

(Sound like someone you know?)

Scary Godmother is a tall, skinny, pretty-looking fairy-witch with long curly red hair, pale green skin, and small bat wings on her back.

According to Thompson's Kickstarter website, the doll "comes dressed in her signature bodysuit, tutu, striped hat and tights and spiderweb shoes. Her hair is curly and long enough for you to style into an updo, if that’s your thing! Her wings are removable for ease in the changing of her clothes. She has 15 points of articulation just like other popular fashion dolls! She is accessorized with a lovely pumpkin purse and her ghost cat, The Boozle. The Boozle is made of a smokey translucent plastic with a lil handle so you can hang him from a wire and make him fly."

Of course I missed the Sept. 12, 2913 deadline for contributing to the product design, but I simply cannot wait to get my hands on my newest ghoulfriend.

When worlds collide

I am a huge fan of mashups and the latest I have heard of is The Oz/Wonderland Chronicles.

Dorothy (The Wonderful Wizard of Oz) and Alice (Peter Pan) have grown up and gone to college. They're now roommates - plus Wendy Darling (Peter Pan) and Susan Pevensie (The Chronicles of Narnia).

Apparantly none remembers her childhood adventure, but that's about to change....

Wowzer! Dorothy, Alice, Wendy, and Susan.

Talk about the Fantastic Four!

How marvelous!

Speaking of super heroes, Momma's got a bad case of the giggles when it comes to Thor in The Super Hero Squad Show.

I can't say I blame her since Thor says silly things like “By my handsome Nordic nostrils!”

In The Super Hero Squad Show six awesome Super Heroes join forces to save Super Hero City from the uber-evil Dr. Doom and his Lethal Legion.

Thor, the thunder god, is big and hearty, with a booming laugh and a slap on the back that can send you across the room. With his Hammer, he can summon storms and even go a few rounds with the Hulk. Thor loves a good battle and a good party.

Wonder women

I like to think that I am a trendsetter.

Steampunk dolls seem to be everywhere nowadays.

Doll designer Robert Tonner, who has obviously seen the steampunk light, is now offering Wonder Woman, Steampunk#1 for a mere $174.99.

• Dressed Tonner character figure™
• Face includes hand-painted details
• Fine quality vinyl and hard plastic
• Diana head sculpt
• 16” Heroic body
• Green painted eyes
• Black rooted saran hair
• Tyler skin tone
• Metallic blue faux leather bodysuit with navy blue attached skirt with silver stars and burgundy faux leather corset
• Gold faux leather lasso belt
• Silver faux leather gauntlets
• Silver and burgundy faux leather boots with gold stars
• Nude pantyhose
• Burgundy choker attached to the bodysuit with "W"
• Burgundy faux leather hat with gold trim and a burgundy star
• Gold vinyl goggles
• Stand
• LE 500

Wonder Woman is a fictional character, a DC Comics superheroine created by William Moulton Marston, who first appeared in All Star Comics #8 (December 1941).

Wonder Woman is also well known for the 1975–1979 TV series starring Lynda Carter. Carter went to high school with Momma's cousins!

What has Me excited is the doll's description as Steampunk#1. Who else is going to receive the steampunk treatment?