Cinderella For Those Who Like The Darker Side of Life

http://www.amazon.com/Cinderella-Skeleton-Robert-San-Souci/dp/0152050698/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1286473860&sr=1-1

Let me start off by saying, "I love this book!" I purchased this wonderful book when my daughter was about 4-5 years old, and it quickly became a favorite! It's a nice twist on the Cinderella story that we all grew up with.

Amazon states it's for ages 4-8. However, I think most kids (and adults) will enjoy the story esp. if they like creepy crawlies and such.

Carnival Noir

This looks like lots of fun. More detail can be found HERE

Capuchin Crypt and Church in Rome

The church is situated on the Capuchin Square near the Cabbage Market. Next to the church stands the Capuchin Monastery. The front side of the church is decorated with the Baroque sculptures by Jan Adam Nessman from 1765.

The most interesting place is the Capuchin crypt which is located beneath the church. Due to the good geological structure of soil and system of air-holes, it was possible to mummify the corpses which have been preserved in the underground of the church to the present-day. Except for the members of the Capuchin Order, the builders Ondřej and Jan Křtitel Ern and baron Franz von der Trenck (a commander of the Pandur and Špilberk prisoner) are buried there.

(info taken from www.brno.me)

Goth Fonts

When you are writing your goth poetry in your dungeon, illuminated only by the screen of your goth laptop, do you ever think that arial is just not getting your point across? If so...



Goth fonts!

Evangeline's Costume Mansion

Evangeline's Costume Mansion
113 K Street
Sacramento, CA. 95814

This is the place to go if you live in the greater Sacramento area. Evangeline's is a year long attraction, specializing in everything from crazy furniture to plastic dog poop. But come autumn and the doors of the upstairs costume mansion open. Take the creaky stairs or the ancient elevator (a wonderfully antique wrought iron dealio, btw!) upstairs to the Gothic Chamber, which not only sells every costume you can possibly imagine (and a few you never considered) but also sports an elaborate chandelier, life sized dummies to welcome you and the very best in goth ambient tunes playing on the overhead speakers.

Evangeline's is a great place to get lost in any time of year, but their Halloween costume mansion is second to none.

How Different Age Groups Celebrate Halloween

I thought this was pretty funny...probably a lot of truth to it!




How Different Age Groups Celebrate Halloween on The Oatmeal.

Ten Thousand Pumpkins

“First of all, it was October.
A rare month for boys.
Full of long nights, cold winds,
Dark promises.
The days grow short.
The shadows lengthen.
And the wind blows in such a way
That it makes you want to run forever.
Because up ahead
Ten thousand pumpkins lie waiting to be cut.”


Ray Bradbury - Something Wicked This Way Comes

The Lullaby

Most everyone in the world is familiar with the lullaby. Our mothers sang them to us and, in turn, we sing them to our own children. I don't have kids myself, but I have been known on occasion to sing them to my cat. Yeah, I know I'm destined to be a crazy old cat lady. I'm cool with it.


Lullabies conjure up images of teddy bears, blankies and cows jumping over smiley faced moons. But the origin of the lullaby is a lot darker, and much more sinister, than you might have initially suspected.


It is believed that the word "lullaby" originated from the Hebrew "Lilith-Abi" which translates as "Lilith, Begone!" The goddess Lilith, who fled the Garden of Eden after refusing to submit to Adam sexually, defied God's order to return. God declared that if Lilith did not obey him, she would lose one hundred of her own children every day. In retaliation, Lilith stated that she, in turn, would bring sickness and death to newborn babies, unless they were protected by amulets inscribed with the names of the angels Senoy, Sansenoy, and Semangelof, and also the written banishment "Lilith-Abi" upon them. 

To this day, the tradition continues in the form of the lullaby, a song which ensures a restful, demon-free night for your baby. 

Fantastic Masks

Plague Doctor Mask by Tom Banwell

http://www.etsy.com/listing/56378317/plague-doctors-mask-in-leather?ref=v1_other_1

This is just one of the most fantastic masks in Tom Banwell's Etsy shop. If you're looking for something special for your Halloween costume, you might just check him out!

5 Scary Ways To Save on Your Halloween Costume

It's not really that scary..but I figure everyone can use money saving ideas. Yay money saving!


Check out the article here.

The 31 Days of Halloween 2010 Begins!

Ventura Ghostwalk!

I've been hearing about this for the last couple years. I even know a few people who have went and they say it's awesome! If you are in the area I would suggest checking it out. I know I am definitely going to try and do it this year!


Here's a little info from the site: :

"This is the 16th anniversary of Ventura County’s original Ghostwalk. Over the years, thousands of Ghostwalk groupies from all over California have walked the walk and come back for more.


Tours leave every 15 minutes beginning at 6:30pm - last tour begins at 9:00pm

Its continued popularity is due to the fact that we rarely present the same story twice, and its “ghostoric” location changes from year to year, influencing what stories we tell. The Ghostwalk is not a “spook house”, but a unique form of theatre in the streets, which embraces the tradition of great storytelling mixed with fun history that is suitable for the whole family (7 and older). All proceeds from this event go to help support the Santa Paula Theater Center.

It is about a one-hour walk by flashlight (please bring one). Tours are limited to 25 people - get your tickets as early as October 1st, as most tours sell-out. The tour is wheelchair safe, but due to the variable circumstances of the tours, there are some wheelchair limitations that may apply.

Since the Ghostwalk is a fundraiser, please bring a little mad money so you can buy some tasty goodies sold by our local youth groups. You can also pick up collectible Ghostwalk merchandise such as our ghostly embroidered Ghostwalk painter's caps and two collection booklets of this year's Ghostwalk stories as well as favored ones of the past. "


If you are interested, Check out their website here.

SacredFem Handmade Clothing

Ever wonder what to do with all those old Marilyn Manson, NIN and Black Sabbath shirts sitting in your closet?

Wonder no more! SacredFem has brought you the answer!

SacredFem offers an artistic service that revamps your old T- shirts, vintage shirts, mens shirts, etc into one-of-a-kind halter tops, Victorian corset, or dress!

From the SacredFem website:

"We are a husband and wife team that has been selling fashion and beauty products online for years. We have three beautiful children; a 10 year old son, an 8 year old daughter, and a beautiful baby boy. We are Los Angeles natives that have toured the world musically, in both bands and theater. We’ve recently relocated to Austin, TX and have become very artistically inspired. Jessica is at her sewing machine coming up with sexy new styles, and Justin has been developing the website, and marketing the clothing line. There are a lot of great things ahead for Sacredfem and are extremely excited about the new line."

In these times, it is important to support the "mom and pop" economy rather than the big box corporate chains. SacredFem accommodates all sizes and truly take pride in creating a one of a kind piece for you.

If you are interested in SacredFem clothing. Please visit their website at www.sacredfem.com or if you have any questions email: justinarman@gmail.com or jessicaparman@gmail.com and tell them Gothic Tea Society sent ya!