Category Archives: Dames

Women In The World Of Gambling

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Shawnee

When one thinks about gambling, whether it be in a flashy casino or on their favorite webpage online, images of masculinity often come to mind. Pictures of scantily clad women dominate gambling web pages and even the shows and entertainment … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget The Kitty

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

An antique postcard that reminds you to take care of your kitty — the chips make it clear that it’s your gambling kitty.

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Playing Cards & Praying Cards For Girl’s Nights

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

Lingerie blogger A Slip Of A Girl has her own girlie playing cards for sale. Also in her shop, are these kitschy nuns on playing cards. Both are on sale — 50% off with code MAGICALSALES at checkout. Sale ends … Continue reading →

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Playing Card Corsets

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

I found this image awhile ago, but no credits or instructions on how to make it… However, it seems to be as easy as it looks; just sew playing cards together to “suit” your needs. *wink* If you’d prefer corset … Continue reading →

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Deal Me In

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

Been away, gambling, and will resume blogging again. Funny how you get out of the habit so quickly! Image via.

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Hot Time At The Old Casino

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

It’s been so hot… I’m dreaming of spending some time in an air-conditioned casino. *wink* Cover art on vintage Stag magazine, June 1965 issue; via.

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Keep More Money In Your Pocket

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

If you’re looking to save some money — whether it’s to aside more for gambling or not, you’ll want to check out 10 Ways to Save Some Serious Money and 25 Ways to Save a Bundle.

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Addictions: The Fix Is In?

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

As a follow-up to my post on behavioral addictions… In his new book, The Fix, Damian Thompson argues that “the line between consumption, habit and addiction is becoming dangerously blurred.” When future generations look back at the early 21st century, … Continue reading →

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Truths (And Questions) About Gambling & Other Behavioral Addictions

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Shawnee Rivers

You may have read the recent news about “Facebook Addiction” — a subdivision of Internet addiction that pertains to social media use, which, research says, women are more at risk of developing than men because we dames are more social … Continue reading →

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When Solitaire Isn’t Solitary

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Shawnee

In this antique photograph, it looks like the two women are playing Solitaire, but it could be some other game. They also look quite happy to be playing cards together — which is not at all how I look when … Continue reading →

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