Smart Costumes

We are on the cusp of a revolution, where the intersection of technology, the human body, and everyday objects will become completely seamless. Smart textiles are a key part of this revolution.Smart Textiles for Designers introduces the different qualities and properties that can be embedded in, integrated with, and applied to fabrics, and looks at the different contexts in which these smart textiles can be used. A survey of specific fabrics grouped by properties provides a core reference sectio... [Read More]

New York Times Bestseller Rosie may seem quiet during the day, but at night she’s a brilliant inventor of gizmos and gadgets who dreams of becoming a great engineer. When her great-great-aunt Rose (Rosie the Riveter) comes for a visit and mentions her one unfinished goal—to fly—Rosie sets to work building a contraption to make her aunt’s dream come true. But when her contraption doesn’t fly but rather hovers for a moment and then crashes, Rosie deems the invention a failure. On the con... [Read More]

Whether you use this plush mascot costume to ensure you'll be the life of the costume party, or as a tool to promote your business, team, or event, everyone will take notice For more than 30 years, forum novelties has been a leader in the costume industry, as well as the joke, trick, magic, and novelty gift item business. Forum offers over 8,000 items to choose from, ranging from baby costumes, to adult and plus-size costumes, to pet costumes. Look to forum novelties for all of your Halloween, l... [Read More]

At last, the definitive collection of Bobby Day's rock 'n' roll recordings for the Class & Rendezvous labels from 1957-1962. On this 28 track collection, his all-time fave Rockin' Robin is featured alongside his other chart hits like Little Bitty Pretty One, Over & Over, The Bluebird, The Buzzard & The Oriole, That's All I Want & Gotta New Girl. Features his duets with Earl Nelson, together as Bob & Earl, and backing groups include the Satellites, Hollywood Flames & the Blossoms.

A must-have guide for bargain-hunting fashionistas looking to make a statement without sabotaging their budgets.With this easy-to-use resource, savvy shoppers can cultivate upscale, upcycled wardrobes at thrift and consignment store prices.Shoppers will learn to navigate the racks of their local consignment shop, spot name brands like Versace, Dior, and Burberry, select the best quality items, and repair secondhand clothes that need some love. Photo-filled chapters on thrifted handbags, jewelry,... [Read More]