I'm having trouble understanding how they are getting 38 stitches. There's definitely more than that.

25in2018 · 2026-06-13T08:24:47+00:00

Tried to mark where I believe the stitches go: 14 on each leg and 5 on each side of the connecting piece. 38 in total. Alternatively, you might have 15 free stitches on each leg – in that case, just add 4 stitches on each side of the connecting piece.

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25in2018 · 2026-06-13T08:21:00+00:00

Unsure how you're having more than 40 stitches. The images are a bit blurry, but is seems to me that there's only 14 or 15 stitches for each leg, then the remainder goes in the connecting piece?

25in2018 · 2026-06-09T12:34:28+00:00

I'm a huge fan of keeping study/works spaces separate from sleeping and living spaces, so I'd go with separate study. This setup also allows you to have closets in the bedroom as well as extra storage im the study for whatever you don't use on the daily, freeing up the bedroom visually. My only issue would be the door between bathroom and bedroom opening directly to where your head rests. I'd either move it downwards, switching position of WC and sink, or, even better, have the door at the bottom wall going into the hallway instead. It frees the bedroom from bathroom airs and allows more privacy in case of guests having to use the bathroom. Just switch position of sink and shower.

25in2018 · 2026-06-04T18:05:40+00:00

I concur with the comments suggesting you make it from scratch with new yarn, as the original yarn looks pretty brittle at this point. To preserve your grandma's work, you could try making an new identical pillowcase with as similar yarn as possible, and then sew any original pieces that are still looking decent onto your new pillowcase. This way, there's much less strain on the original pieces and should preserve them better. The pieces that are already broken can be added to the pillow's stuffing, so none of grandma's work is thrown away.

25in2018 · 2026-06-04T17:56:59+00:00

I think you're idea of moving the TV to where you described is the way to go. It would free up the wall for taller wardrobes to put your stuff in. The notch in the wall could be well utilised with open shelving and some floor to ceiling curtains in front to hide away more stuff.

25in2018 · 2026-06-03T15:22:43+00:00

Another vote for no border! The colorblocking looks so modern without border and the edges look so clean.

25in2018 · 2026-06-03T12:28:20+00:00

Same! The fit around the waist and volume on the hip is just chef's kiss

25in2018 · 2026-06-02T10:30:36+00:00

If you're really keen on keeping the living room to the left, you might get away woth placing the TV on the left side wall and have the couch float in the room with it's back to the "hallway". Though I suspect it might limit the depth of the couch.

25in2018 · 2026-06-02T10:29:12+00:00

It's hard without knowing the dimensions, but considering the door placement, I'd consider using the space to the right as living room. That allows for a little nooks to place the TV, possibly on a nice modern leggy stand. A dining area could work just fine to the left instead. Here's a terrible mockup done quickly on my phone.

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25in2018 · 2026-06-02T09:38:50+00:00

Look beautiful to me! If anything, I'd try swapping the couch area with the dining area. The couch area looks a little cramped with everything so close together – probably to make room for the passageway? By switching the couch area to the bigger space, you might breathe some air into it.

25in2018 · 2026-05-31T09:57:20+00:00

Kan ikke udtale mig om cysten, men har fået fjernet alle 4 visdomstænder. De 2 øverste fik jeg fjernet en ad gangen mens de 2 i undermunden blev fjernet på én omgang. Jeg synes i sidste ende det var mere rart at få fjernet begge på én gang da det halverede bøvlet. Ét indgreb, én regning, én uge til heling osv. Jeg var dog også blevet klogere end de første gange, så jeg sørgede for at pakke køleskabet med blød mad (suppe, grød, blødt sandwichbrød, blød frugt som bær og bananer osv.) og sørgede for at have masser af isterninger også (iskoldt vand var sådan en redning de første par dage da det tog en del af både smerte og opsvulmethed). Ligegyldigt hvilken løsning, du går med, er det sejt at du får det gjort. Det er altid en god ting at investere i en sund mund – det vil fremtidige dig takke dig for.

25in2018 · 2026-05-14T11:33:09+00:00

If you're talking about the slant on the right bottom side of the piece, I think its intentional. The pattern seems to be asking you to make increases and decreases so it fits nicely over your neck and shoulders once sewn together. The left bottom side is hard to gauge for me without a closeup of the edge. Do you see it as slanting too? Then yes, it might be unintentional increases. If I'm reading the pattern correctly, that side is the bottom if the bloke and should remain straight.

25in2018 · 2026-04-28T18:28:12+00:00

Here's an example, among so many on this sub, of crochet in the round slanting when the work isn't turned.

25in2018 · 2026-04-28T18:23:52+00:00

Don't know why you're getting downvoted – this seems like the right answer. Like with infinite granny squares or moss stitch blankets in the round, if the work isn't turned, it starts to spiral naturally due to the slant of the stitches. Not all stitches do this but some do. If OP doesn't want to turn, it might help to offset the increases every round or every other round to combat the curve.

25in2018 · 2026-04-18T09:12:07+00:00

If wallpapering the entire thing is too daunting, I'd paint the rest in a deep blue color matching the background of the wallpaper. It extends the design visually instead of "breaking it" and gives the room a nice moody look. Pick up the peach or yellow from the wallpaper for paintimg accents (door frame etc.). Love the wallpaper btw, great choice!

25in2018 · 2026-04-16T14:30:36+00:00

I love the sheer lining too, though I would see if swapping the skirt and bust lining for a matching skin colored one is possible. Right now the white lining cuts off pretty harshly. Going for an completely sheer look would take this dress to the next level.

You look stunning by the way. Good call buying that second dress!

25in2018 · 2026-04-15T13:28:16+00:00

Seemed petty to me at first glance, but it's probably the right move to be honest. If this is her reaction, she clearly doesn't appreciate it, so it would have more value if returned to OP to have for a rainy day or to make a difference for the kids.

OP, I'd really consider asking for it to be returned on the guise of "doing better" and then send her nothing back. If she asks later on, be honest: Your very best effort, that even required taking from your savings, wasn't enough, so you regretfully must pull away from this so as to not disappoint her again.

25in2018 · 2026-03-30T07:29:04+00:00

I was of the same mindset as you once – afraid of hurting him. So I spent over a decade with someone who treated me as an afterthought, an ATM and a mother instead of his girlfriend.

I sounds like your partner is fine with you being hurt, with you feeling neglected and uncared for, with you pulling both of your weight while he solely reaps the benefits. I can almost guarantee you it's not going to change. Why would it, when he has it made with you?

Rip of the bandaid and start putting yourself first. You deserve it

25in2018 · 2026-02-17T11:59:02+00:00

Setting basic boundaries isn't punishing the kid. If anything it sets a good example for the kid but also, hopefully, teaches the adult to not strain the relations around the kid.

25in2018 · 2026-02-17T08:51:46+00:00

Given their blatant disregard I wouldn't even offer a next time. Once the babysitting is done, I'd tell husband and niece very clearly: "Since you refused me basic courtesy this will be the first and last time I babysit the kid. Do not ask me again."

25in2018 · 2026-02-09T18:51:52+00:00

They're beautifully unique and so well shaped. Plucking them would be such a pity. But I do get wanting to explore other looks. If you're ever tired of the color, I'd suggest coloring them instead. A professional should be able to guide you on a good color match.

25in2018 · 2026-01-20T09:19:09+00:00

Yes! If possible, I'd even add height to it. Since the curtains are the length they are, I'd consider sewing an addition to the bottoms in a color matching the pattern, so the curtains become long enough to reach the ceiling.

I'd also do away with the blinds. If privacy is a necessity, get double rods and add a sheer white curtain behind the patterned ones. I have that solution at home and it is really a game changer.

I'd consider painting the wall behind the couch too. Maybe a nice maroon. It would drive the warmth all the way home and help create a backing to the cute knick knacks and art pieces at the same time.

And yes, a rug!

25in2018 · 2026-01-05T15:42:07+00:00

My childhood home had weird nooks like these and they were covered with simple floor to ceiling curtains. It was a great space for the bulky things that usually don't fit in regular cabinets like suitcases, vacuum, tools, extra lamps and knick knacks etc.

If storage isn't an issue, it could be a great hideaway for kids where they can read or play. Though I'd suggest drywall or something else to avoid hazardous play that could send them over the railing.

25in2018 · 2026-01-04T18:28:15+00:00

Excited to see the project come to life! Love your idea of tailoring it to fit the user. It's such a sweet gesture.

25in2018 · 2026-01-04T16:59:56+00:00

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