NYCC’s Cosplayers Flaunt Dedication and Talent With One Of These Giant Props.

If you’ve previously visited a meeting like ny’s Comic Con, and even a smaller one, you know that cosplaying is serious company. “Cosplay” refers to dressing like characters from your preferred games, shows, and flicks. Some cosplayers create devoted reproductions of characters while they appear initially. Some have fun putting a personal spin from the personality, or combining two imaginary universes into one costume. (If Lord associated with the Rings ended up being mashed with Star Wars, like.)

The costumes can get quite complex. Committed cosplayers will also feature accessories like makeup, hairstyles and, definitely, the props.

These days we are celebrating some cosplayers that are prepared to get the whole nine yards and not only develop some crazy-outsized props, but who will be additionally ready to carry them around all-day. That is dedication! These prop-wielders had been all photographed at ny Comic Con, which occurred last week.

1.) Not gonna lie, I was thinking the dragon had been a moment person. I am hoping that thing is lightweight.

2.) incentive points for passenger Chewie.

3.) This is certainly really impressive, but we need to wonder concerning the logistics of an outfit similar to this.

4.) Check out where you point that thing.

5.) We like connect’s guard, too, but it’s not quite as HUGE as Cloud’s blade.

6.) I’m assuming that’s allowed to be a blade, but whatever its, this person is rocking it.

7.) Aside from the outfit, a lot of time and power moved into this staff. I wish we could see a lot more of the gold one!

8.) That blade in fact appears kinda cuddly.

9.) Is it the latest Prince movie?

10.) This guy’s bird friend approves.

11.) “It is something special. You might never do you know what it really is.”

12.) I am unsure exactly how this could function, however it appears excellent.

13.) Coordinating guns, gear and squid cap lead to an extraordinary outfit.

14.) Classic Harley together with her mallet

15.) The brand new Harley Quinn mallet is plainer in style, but nonetheless impressive in dimensions. Additional things for putting on two various footwear all the time.

16.) Unfortuitously, it’s really challenging make a rolling Clap-Trap, so that it becomes an outsized prop.

17.) Big props can double as walking sticks, a very important thing to possess for each and every day of standing and walking.

No matter if conventions and cosplay are not your things, consider this some Halloween inspiration if you’re selecting a costume. (If you have lots of time in your fingers in making costumes, anyway.)

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Sean Hannity makes good on bet, grills steaks for ‘The Five’

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Fox News’ Sean Hannity followed through on his Super Bowl bet today, taking those steaks he purchased Wednesday night and grilling them for the hosts of “The Five.”

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Hannity didn’t bake the lemon cake himself, but dessert was a classy touch.

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Tomorrow on “The Five,” Bob Beckel (hopefully) will make good on his bet with Eric Bolling by wearing this:

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27 Household Cleaning Tricks Every Parent Should Know

Living with kids is dirty business.

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1. Get rid of carpet stains with just three ingredients.

Hydrogen peroxide, water, and lemon juice. That’s it! Learn more here.

2. A lint roller makes picking up glitter a snap — even glitter a vacuum can’t get up.

3. Remove your little Picasso’s crayon markings from the wall with WD-40.

Windex, Goo Gone, and baking soda also work, but a lot of Pinterest suggestions didn’t when tested in real life.

4. WD-40 can also get crayon stains out of clothes.

That is just one of many techniques you can use to get out even washed-in crayon. Learn more here.

5. Clean Lego bricks in your washing machine.

They’ll come out looking brand new and work every bit as well as they always did. Find out more here.

6. Baking soda is your friend when your kid throws up on something in the house.

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Once you’ve cleaned up the puke as much as possible pour a heaping helping of baking soda onto what’s left. It will form into powdered clumps, which you can later vacuum up. You’ll be amazed with how good the area looks and smells!

7. Baking soda is also a key part of removing pee stains from a mattress.

You especially need to know this one if your kid is newly potty trained. Find the deets here.

8. Clean sippy cups with white vinegar to get rid of that stinky smell.

It’s super easy. Learn how here.

9. If your kid spills Kool-Aid onto your beautiful white carpet, you can get it up using dish soap, vinegar, and salt.

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Save the heart attack for later. Learn more here.

10. Keep stains from setting in when you’re away from home with Tide To Go Instant Stain Remover.

11. Picking up small toys is a snap using a dust pan.

12. Whip up a batch of “doll hairspray” (fabric softener and water) to detangle doll hair.

“@Netmums: Fab life hack http://t.co/F9drxVtm3I “

— J_I_Marsh (@Joanna)

13. Get rid of pit stains on your teenager’s T-shirts by wetting the area with lemon juice, adding a tablespoon of salt, then rubbing the fabric between your fingers.

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Letting the T-shirt dry out in the sun will help the stain disappear even more.

14. You can clean the backseat of your car’s upholstery with an easy DIY stain remover.

All you need is Dawn dish soap, white vinegar, and club soda. Learn more here.

15. Keep your kids from making a mess all over the house with this clean-up hack.

Tell your kid they can only bring as many toys out of their room as they can carry in a pillow case. Then, when they’re done playing, they can take the toys back in the pillow case. Learn more here.

16. Remove permanent marker from hardwood floors with a dab of toothpaste.

Learn more here.

17. You can also use toothpaste to make your kid’s sneakers look as good as new.

Learn more here.

18. Remove even the most stubborn marks with these magic erasers.

They really work, but you have to be careful or they’ll take the paint off your wall.

19. Get set-in baby food stains out of a onesie using Dawn, hydrogen peroxide, and baking soda.

Learn more here.

20. Clean your kids toys and a whole lot more in the dishwasher.

This is especially smart when the flu has swept through your house. Learn more here.

21. Some toys — especially stuffed animals — are hard to clean without ruining, but it is possible to give them a gentle surface cleaning with dish detergent, water, and paper towels.

Learn more about this — plus other cleaning tips — here.

22. If a stuffed animal needs more in-depth cleaning, however, you can put it in the washing machine.

You have to know what you’re doing, though. Learn how here.

23. If your kid gets gum on their cotton clothes you can get it off by putting the clothes in the freezer.

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This hardens the gum and makes it lose its sticky adhesiveness. Learn more here.

24. You can safely clean car seat straps using baby wipes.

Find a hundred (!) more clever uses for baby wipes here.

25. Clean baseboards using dryer sheets.

This not only gets up the dust but coats the area so dust doesn’t accumulate nearly as quickly in the future.

26. Get crumbs out of even the most difficult nooks and crannies using this homemade slime.

Find out how to make it here.

27. Make outdoor toys look as good as new even if you don’t have a power washer.

Learn how here.

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New York makes Osi Umenyiora a happy Giant

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Good news, Giants fans! Your team has finally caved into Osi Umenyiora’s desire for a new contract, which guarantees the stud defensive end won’t holdout for more money.

“I’m just happy, I’m happy all that’s over with,” Umenyiora said. “It’s time to get back to work.”

Umenyiora hasn’t been happy with his contract going all the way back to 2007. He had one year left on his deal worth $3.975 million. The terms of the new deal have not been disclosed. It’s unclear if Umenyiora added years to the contract, but we know that he’ll be a happy camper for the first time in a long time.

“This gives me peace of mind, definitely,” Umenyiora said. “We just resolved a situation. It really was affecting me in a bad way. Because I didn’t like all the negativity that was surrounding the whole situation. I couldn’t stand it, because if you know me, you know I’m not that type of person.”

Absolutely delighted that Osi Umenyiora has re-structured his contract with the Giants. #BestDLineInTheLeague #Allin

— Antoni Fruncillo (@AntoniF14) June 1, 2012

Great news Giants nation!! Osi Umenyiora Agrees to Restructured Contract!!!! Best DL in the league, Osi, tuck, JPP, canty, Austin, etc

— Scott Fortune (@DrFortune1) June 1, 2012

There is a God!! RT @Giants The @Giants today announced that Osi Umenyiora has agreed 2 restructured contract. Details: http://t.co/VTPK0EZ4

— Pervert Pete (@CWangJones) June 1, 2012

#Giants have renegotiated the contract of Osi Umenyiora. Means he'll be happy with his deal for the first time in nearly 2 years. #ROC

— Thad Brown (@thadbrown7) June 1, 2012

Osi Umenyiora and New York Giants agree on deal. Glad to have him back this season. One of the best Defensive Ends in the NFL. #NYG

— 100% Cuban (@JayDee_Cuban) June 1, 2012

OSI IS COMING BACK!! Tuck + Osi + JPP….championship! http://t.co/WyxjUcF0

— Dennis Jordan (@DennisJordan77) June 1, 2012

With Osi Umenyiora's contract now settled – at least for now – the Giants have zero off-field issues heading into their Super Bowl defense.

— Bob Glauber (@BobGlauber) June 1, 2012

Maybe Osi can now afford to buy Lawrence Taylor’s Super Bowl ring without needing more Twitter followers?

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All 19 appears From Taylor Swift’s “Blank area” Video

So much Ralph Lauren realness.

1. “Resting Bitch Face.”

2.Image Of Dorian Tay.”

3. “High-waisted shyness.”

4.L’Air du Temps.

5. “drive or die.”

6. “Manic pixie fantasy cycle.”

7. “Taylor Swift as well as the Rise for the Silver Surfer.”

8. “Yes, this is the thing I put on to stroll the dogs.”

9. “My artwork smock.”

10. “Oh this old little bit of garbage water?”

11. “today, with unique unenthusiastic cat accessory.”

12. “Formal supper at Tay’s home.”

13. “created for tree humping.”

14. “Miniskirt of destruction.”

15. “Tay-tay in Garden of Eden.”

 

16. “My balcony outfit.”

17. “My clothes-shredding ensemble.”

18. “today will be the culottes of our discontent.”

19. “the one which truly reflects my internal crazy.”

 

view the whole amazing movie here:

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Top 10 Mitt Romney, Jeff Foxworthy redneck jokes

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As you can imagine, Twitter was flooded with plenty of “you might be a redneck” jokes when Jeff Foxworthy publicly endorsed Mitt Romney. Whatever your political beliefs are, you have to admit there are some funny jokes that can be made here for either side.

Here are 10 we felt worthy of sharing in no particular order.

You might be a redneck if you take voting advice from Jeff Foxworthy.

— Scott Chernoff (@ScottChernoff) March 12, 2012

New Foxworthy joke? What makes Mitt a redneck? When his manservant accidentally cuts him while shaving #GOP2012 #Romney

— freshrant (@freshrant) March 12, 2012

You might not be a redneck if … you need Jeff Foxworthy to campaign for you in Alabama and Mississippi. http://t.co/wXXtAZuW

— Nick Frantz (@thenick700) March 12, 2012

If you think Mitt Romney, who when working at Bain Capital sent American jobs to China, can fix the economy…You Might Be A Redneck.

— Sheila Friend (@Slfriend79) March 12, 2012

If you’re 65 years old and are just now learning to say “y’all,” you might not be a redneck. http://t.co/EFAi3QvA #foxworthyendorsementfail

— AmandaPetersonBeadle (@AmandaBeadle) March 12, 2012

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If your name is Mitt Romney and your father was Governor of Michigan, you might not be a redneck: http://t.co/NpCSVSBg

— Ezra Klein (@ezraklein) March 12, 2012

Hey Mitt! If your wife drives two or more Cadillacs, you might not be a Redneck.

— ANDREW (@RANKIS) March 12, 2012

If you think millionaire Mitt Romney should be paying a lower tax rate than a nurse, a firefighter and you, I almost hope you're a redneck.

— LOLGOP (@LOLGOP) March 11, 2012

If you've endorsed Mitt Romney, you might not be a redneck.

— Jason Cohen (@cohenesque) March 9, 2012

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