Just Dreadful Online Spooky Trinket Shop

I am so excited to officially open the Just Dreadful online shop! I've been putting off this getting done for quite a while. Right now you can find some spooky jewelry and fashion accessories. In the future, I will be offering more geeky themed items, and products like prints, art, sculpture, novelties, publications and more.

I've always loved spooky things and all that goes bump in the night. Creating horror-ble art and wearables became a great way for me to express my inner Wednesday Addams and creepy fascinations.

Not all items or parts of items are brand new. I collect old things to use in my creations and repurpose a lot of old and broken jewelry. Each piece purchased is sure to be a unique trinket wrapped with a bit of history and energy.

A lot of my art in any medium is inspired by Halloween, spookiness, the supernatural, the occult, horror, steampunk and witchcraft of various kinds around the world.

I can't wait until the comic book and media side of Just Dreadful gets on the way so I can share more creative, macabre materia with you.

If you happen to be the spooky weirdo on the block like me, you will find some trinkets to fascinate your morbid mind.

 

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Vertigo's Preacher Comic AMC Show Adaption

On Thursday May 19th, the 92Y in Manhattan had an advanced screening of Preacher followed by a Q&A with the cast, creators and executive producers. I am lucky enough to have a pal who works there, and was able to snag a ticket to this awesome event (it's okay to be jealous). After checking it out, I think fans of Preacher will be pleased with the series!

Based on the Vertigo comic series by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon, the show definitely captures the vibe of the "anything can happen", fucked up, multi-genre thrill ride.

The first episode introduces you to the main characters and how very damaged and restless they are. This applies to the side characters as well as the main characters. It just wouldn't be Vertigo related if there weren't screwed up individuals all over the place, am I right? With just the little taste of what was given in the first episode, I imagine I will not be disappointed once the REALLY twisted characters start coming in.

Easy Coconut Sugar Cookie Balls

It makes no difference to me if it is Halloween or not. Spooky is a state of being. With or without festive decorations, these raw sugar cookie balls are really easy to make. 

Sweet But Deadly Photo Contest - 8Bit Bakeshop

I usually don't enter photo contests much, but not only do I want to help this up and coming, adorable and geeky nerd nom bakeshop, it would be great to win a photoshoot with the bakeshop, and a cosplay feature to promote my projects, among other goodies in the contest.

I am always up for a challenge! Flavor of the Month - Sweet but Deadly entry.#cosplay #costume #photoshoot #sweet...
Posted by Penelope Grey on Thursday, February 18, 2016

The contest is simple, submit a photo that fits the "Sweet but Deadly" theme, and collect likes. As many likes as I have, I am still behind. It would be super great of you to support my entry by liking the photo above on 8Bit Bakeshops Facebook page!

Help Build NYC's First Geek Bar

The founders of Checkpoint have been organizing geek themed events at a variety of venues throughout NYC for years. The next natural step is setting out to open their own geek themed bar to really get the party crack-a-lackin, and all us geeks are invited to have a hand in it!

The Marvel Cinematic Universe Phase II Blu-Ray Collection is Awesome

Blast-A-Trooper at New York Comic Con 2015

The Empire City Garrison invaded New York Comic Con 2015 and let people shoot at them... for charity! Bob DeSimone with the 501st Legion tells us some of the organizations purpose, and how they raised money at NYCC in a fun way.

The Legion is an all-volunteer organization formed with the purpose of bringing together Star Wars fans and its costume enthusiasts. They seek to promote an interest in Star Wars by building and wearing costumes, as well as use these costumes in events, and to help contribute to the community through charity and volunteer work. The Legion is happy to help you with your own events, and welcome your inquiries.

Deadpool Meetup Times Square NYCC 2015

An army of Deadpools gather on the red steps of the TKTS Pavilion in Times Square after the last day of New York Comic Con 2015.

Tons of Photos from New York Comic Con 2015

Didn't make it to New York Comic Con this year? The Pete's Basement crew and I took tons of photos at the event so you can live vicariously through us. Interviews and clips coming soon!