I might be in the market for a new washing machine. As a sewist, what features should I be looking for?
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    itchick2014
    1w ago 100%

    Front loaders cause less wear on clothing and use less water, which is why I originally chose front loading. It has been a while since I have been in the market, but the favorite feature on my old LG is the ease of getting to just a rinse and spin. Turn the dial to turn on the machine, hit the small rinse+spin button, then start!

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  • I love my Brother CP60X, but the thread does not play nice on the holder. It tends to get stuck in the plastic lip and then break. So I made a simple felt barrier like that many sewing machines come with. Works like a charm! Now the thread spool doesn’t spin erratically and instead has just enough friction to maintain tension…and not tangle on the plastic lip. 10/10 recommend. https://pixtagram.social/p/itchick2014/751276514782646923

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    Paint Color ideas for Living Room
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    itchick2014
    1w ago 100%

    Farmhouse is all about texture. What is your favorite color? Get a muted version of it. For instance if your favorite color is blue, try a color like needlepoint navy from Sherwin Williams. Or if it is red, try rosedust or toile red.

    Since you have entirely neutral woodwork, floor, ceiling, and furniture any color is going to stand out…even if muted.

    Recommended more than color: texture. Plaster techniques, shiplap (overdone a bit thanks to Chip and Joanna), cedar boards, wallpaper, etc. will add more to your farmhouse desires. Farmhouses are rustic so having the perfect trim, carpet, etc could handle something to contrast it.

    Just some suggestions! Make sure to post once you decide on a change :)

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  • What happened to Leatherman?
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    itchick2014
    1w ago 66%

    This makes me glad I chose to replace my leatherman with a Swiss Army knife lol. I have the orange juice s2 and the only issue is a chip in the small screwdriver from trying to turn a different screwhead type. I keep it in my work bag but wanted something for personal use and decided on the deluxe tinker and am happy with it. The leatherman tools I looked at just didn’t vibe with me.

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  • What camera should I buy
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    itchick2014
    3w ago 100%

    I have been very happy with my Canon RP. Mirrorless is a lot more common now and the range of lenses offered by Canon at a variety of focal lengths and price points is substantial. I use an adapter so I can use EOS EF mount lenses which helps a lot with the cost as you can buy older lenses if you want. Also you would have less of a learning curve with the logic behind the menus since you are familiar already with a Canon camera.

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  • Headlamp tech that doesn’t blind oncoming drivers—where is it?
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    itchick2014
    4w ago 100%

    I just want to see the day where as a pedestrian I don’t feel like my retinas are fried every time a car passes at night or has their brights on during the day (ugh). I know it is wishful thinking because apparently politicians don’t give a shit about pedestrians (or cyclists).

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    Why didn't I buy a e-reader sooner?
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    itchick2014
    1mo ago 100%

    I really love it! I have read manga and craft books on it and the color is nice. I upgraded from an Aura H2O 2 and it was well worth it for me. Don’t expect full color but even with it being “washed out” I still feel like the color adds a lot.

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    Books 1mo ago
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    Why didn't I buy a e-reader sooner?
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    itchick2014
    1mo ago 100%

    I wholeheartedly agree. I use my e-reader (a Kobo Libre Colour) daily. I still buy physical books sometimes but it is nice being able to have such a small and light device with a few choices on board. I have had many e-readers and tablets over the years and the only one I have had that I do not recommend is Boox. I got the Palma and the screen broke within 24 hours and they said it was my fault? I sold it at a yard sale. I have had kindles and Kobos with no issue for decades at this point. They are well built and worth having around. I prefer Kobo at this point for similar reasons to yourself. I don’t use custom firmware but I do use Nickel Menu to get to the games that Kobo decided to hide away on the latest OS. Also great for things like inverting colors or rotating on the fly. Hope you get a lot of life and enjoyment out of yours as well!

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    I wonder if they dyed it this color or found sock yarn in hi-viz yellow?
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    itchick2014
    1mo ago 100%

    I was thinking this is actually thinner than sock yarn. Looks very similar to the lacy doilies that my grandmothers made of something more like 0 or 1. The connecting bits are actually braided or single crochet…so from a distance it looks like thicker yarn than it is. Either way…I love this and kinda want one now.

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  • Best handheld to play Minecraft?
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    itchick2014
    1mo ago 100%

    Good point. Though I haven’t had any cross platform issues myself with Switch. I use realms to play with a friend that uses Xbox.

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    The Apple Polishing Cloths compatiblity has been updated for iPhone 16
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    itchick2014
    1mo ago 100%

    Oh I know. It is just a ridiculous oversight. Compatibility could have easily been hidden for the page and it would have made more sense lol. This is just poor website implementation. Harmless but also makes them look dumb and pretentious 🤣

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  • 1998 US with fender lace golds in neck and middle…Seymour Duncan of some sort in the bridge. Plays and sounds a dream! Color is Plum Purple Metallic. Here it is next to my Jazzmaster.

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    https://i.imgur.com/6oiP97D.jpg

    Found a great deal at a used gear shop…actually a new unit open box. Digging the workflow and vibe. Already recorded a few tracks with it!

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    https://i.imgur.com/EWqvyAX.jpg

    I haven’t touched my Tele or Les Paul since I got this. So versatile and sexy to boot!

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    Upgraded from a Squier. Lucked out with a used AC4 combo too. It is just a MIM but perfect for me. Plays well, very sweet Tele tone, and hopefully inspires me to get past the basic skills I have at the moment on guitar.

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    Picked up this little guy last week and have already cleared the presets and started making my own. Any tips or fun stories about Microfreaks?

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    I’ve used this on the Switch and it is pretty neat. It would be pretty awesome if the VR implementation is good enough!

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    Wonder how this idea will be long term? Losing come cables would be awfully convenient for those who perform or have smaller spaces especially.

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    Which one? For the sake of theoretical questions …let’s assume you could have any synth…not just what you already own.

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    Sounds like they are goners. Hope they didn’t have your favorite plug-in or at least you have the installer still!

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    Fascinating how this developed! I hadn't even thought about the history of it.

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    So much more floor space! Also thinking about a Jaspers stand…anyone have opinions on them?

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    This looks intriguing. Wonder what sort of graphics card will be needed to run this when it hits production?

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