Full Moon sideboard

It GLOWS in the DARK. If that won’t compel you to buy it, what will?!

Astro-philatelics, part 6

The triumphant Mars Pathfinder.

Space-related cross-stitch

I bought this cross-stitch book in 2000 (and, as with most side hobbies, stopped in the middle of a project.) How often do you run into space-themed needlework? Not that often, I dare say. Fun layouts (if a little inaccurate), metallic thread and lots of detail! I do intend to make a few of these [...]

Astro-philatelics, part 5

A couple of stamps from the African continent, both celebrating the Space Shuttle.

LEGO Model of 2001′s Discovery

LEGO model of Discovery, from 2001: A Space Odyssey

Open the pod bay doors, HAL.

Wacky astro-philatelics, part 3

Daleks and screaming masses.

1969 DIY Space Puppets

Make your own Mandy Martians and Andy Astronauts.

Wacky astro-philatelics, part 2

The Face on Mars and more UFOs.

Astro-philatelics, part 4

Another from my personal collection, this Azerbaijan issue celebrates the 40th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin’s first spaceflight.

Retro Soviet matchbox artwork, part 5

Loyal Soviets — dogs and men.