Monday, 27 October 2014
Halloween Is On The Way : The Glow Axe Review
By Martyn I’ve found over the years that there are two types of ‘glowing’ items in this world. Things that ACTUALLY glow continue reading →
Halloween Is On The Way : The Glow Axe Review
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Celebrate Halloween with our New Disney Parks Blog Wallpaper
By Thomas Smith
We’re kicking off Halloween week on the Disney Parks Blog with a special ghost that’d look great on your desktop or mobile device. Our newest wallpaper was created by Disney artist Mike Britton, especially for our readers. To download the art, simply click on the image below.
Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it.
And check out our complete gallery of wallpapers on our special page.
Celebrate Halloween with our New Disney Parks Blog Wallpaper by Thomas Smith: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog
Celebrate Halloween with our New Disney Parks Blog Wallpaper
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Sunday, 26 October 2014
Harley Quinn Cosplay Guide
Harley Quinn is the Joker’s Right-Hand Woman. A deadly combination of intelligence, beauty, athleticism, and psychosis, Harley has been devoed to the Joker -her “puddin”- since the early ’90s. Since her inception, she has become one of the most popular of Batman‘s extensive gallery of rogues, and is even the title character in her OWN comic! If you’re thinking of dressing as Harley this Halloween, here is some helpful character background, costume options, and a DIY Hammer tutorial!
Harley Quinn: From 2D to 3D
Left: Harley in her original appearance in Batman: The Animated Series [Source]
Right: Harley from the Arkham video game series [Source]
Where did she come from?
Like so many of the comic book characters in the DC universe, Harley has multiple origin stories. Unlike many characters, however, her first appearance was not in the pages of a comic book. Quinn first appeared in Batman: The Animated Series, as a way to add some variety to the Joker’s frequent apperances. She was meant to be the animated version of a walk-on role, but was so popular with fans that she eventually became a regular facet in the series. Her popularity contiuned to grow to the point that she was eventually written into the comic book universe, and since then she has added live-action shows and video games to her repoitoire.
Harley Quinn Cosplay Idea Sources, Clockwise from Left [ one I two & three | four ]
Where did her name come from?
Quinn’s origin begins with the story of Dr. Harleen Quinzel, a psychiatrist at Arkham Asylum responsible for treating The Joker. Eventually, she fell in love with him and helped him escape the asylum! The Joker then dubbed her Harley Quinn, and the rest as they say, is history.
Harley’s look has had many variations over the years, so there are lots of costume options.
Which is your favorite?
Top Left Jumpsuit – Shop Top Right Costume Set – Shop
Bottom Left Dress – Shop Bottom Right Dress – Shop
DIY Mallet of Mayhem
More recently Harley has taken to using a blunt objects as her weapons of choice. Outlined here is a quick guide for putting together your own flamboyant weapon of mayhem, a perfectly oversized mallet to compliment your Harley cosplay foray.
Supplies Needed
- Broom Handle
- 2 Small Plastic Trash Cans
- Red Ribbon
- Red Wraping Paper
- Decorative Cord
- Electric Tape/Gaffers Tape
The Assembly
- Attach the trash cans together at the bottom by cutting the bottom out of one of the cans and sliding the other into it.
- Cut another hole large enough for the Broom Handle, and thread it through. Secure with tape/ribbon.
- Seal the open ends of the trash cans with wrapping paper.
- Hide visible seams with decorative cord.
- Decoate as you see fit! Add ribbons, Joker playing cards, tassels, or Quinn’s Four-Diamond symbol!
The Finished Look
Combine your favorite Harley Quinn costume with your newly minted Mallet of Mayhem and an excess of white face makeup to get a perfectly psycho Harley Quinn cosplay look!
We added patent leather Boots to help this costume knock you out: POW right in the kisser!
Over-The-Knee Boots – Shop
Who knew that psychopaths could be so darn adorable? Don’t quote us on that one…
Recently in “The New 52,” Harley Quinn has been recruited as a member of The Suicide Squad, a black-ops organization made up captured criminals. Make this a group costume by recruiting other Suicide Squad villains, or shop all the costumes from the Batman-verse to fill out your Halloween pack!
Harley Quinn Cosplay Guide
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Something Wicked This Way Comes
By Rot
Been digging this season of American Horror Story. Lots of neat images, and a two part Halloween special packed with some great atmosphere.
Something Wicked This Way Comes
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Revisiting the Original Nightmare Box Set
By Black The 1999 DVD box set of Nightmare on Elm Street, to this day is one of the best box sets continue reading →
Revisiting the Original Nightmare Box Set
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Comparison
By Rot
Just putting up the black plastic on each side of the hallway would have taken me three days. Still amazed my friend pulled this off in such a short time.
Comparison
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Disney Parks Blog Weekly Recap
By Thomas Smith
This week, we shared an update many of you were thrilled to read – Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post, one of the most popular parts of last summer’s “Frozen Summer Fun LIVE!” event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, is back and staying through the holidays.
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The new Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post & Frozen Snowground! can now be found on Streets of America just steps away from Studio Catering Co. and “Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show.” It features a larger-than-ever play area with real snow, plenty of “Frozen” merchandise, and those yummy “Frozen”-inspired cupcakes and other treats.
To find out what else you can experience, go check out Shawn’s original Disney Parks Blog story.
We also posted the finalists from each of the Disneyland Decades – 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000 to the present – for you to decide who has the top Disneyland Resort memory and will win the grand prize: a trip to Disneyland Resort to kick off the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration. Take a look at each memory and then go to Erin’s post to vote for your favorite.
Voting will remain open until 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29. We will announce the grand prize winner soon after, so stay tuned!
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Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week.
#GetHappierContest Winner Shares Happy Memories from Disneyland Park – See the adorable winning photo from our #GetHappier Instagram contest. Congratulations to Mary Powell from Nevada!
The Halloween Tree at Disneyland Park – Read the story behind this Disneyland landmark, inspired by Ray Bradbury’s 1972 fantasy novel “The Halloween Tree,” and dedicated to the author on Halloween night in 2007.
The New Anna & Elsa’s Boutique in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort Will Give You ‘Chills’ – Get the details on an array of “Frozen”-inspired merchandise worth melting for at this new shop.
Glow With the Show Evolves Into Made With Magic This Fall at Disney Parks – New Made With Magic items will include a new Minnie Mouse-inspired headband, a Mickey Mouse glove and a magical wand, all designed to light up and interact with select Disney experiences at Disney Parks.
Pumpkin Carvers Show Their Disney Side During Halloween Time at Disneyland Park – Bridget McCarty, creative pumpkin carver at the Halloween Carnival in Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree, discusses her colorful creations.
Another Look at PANDORA Jewelry Coming to Disney Parks in November 2014 – See the new sterling silver Disney Parks “Wonderful World” bracelet from PANDORA Jewelry, styled with Disney-inspired charms.
‘Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It!’ Street Party Starts Tomorrow at Magic Kingdom Park – The “Move It! Shake It! Dance & Play It!” Street Party is ready to make its debut at Magic Kingdom Park! Click through for more details.
Disney Parks Blog Weekly Recap by Thomas Smith: Originally posted on the Disney Parks Blog
Disney Parks Blog Weekly Recap
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