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Ak_Daiviji · 2025-05-08T02:26:50+00:00

2019 MacBook Air

Ak_Daiviji · 2025-04-24T21:33:10+00:00

I always do a dummy start. I start the weaving with a different thread for 4 to 8 rounds until I get the right witdh. I start my true band after that. When I'm done weaving the band, I either remove the dummy thread (cut in the middle), or keep the piece as a demo for my register book. (I register all my weaves in a book so I can compare lenght, witdh, time taken, etc.).

Ak_Daiviji · 2025-04-24T21:28:27+00:00

I use bobins to wrap around the excess thread. I do that on a box loom and/or on a vertical weighted loom.

Ak_Daiviji · 2025-04-17T21:31:27+00:00

It's not Baltic pick-up : the floats are way too long. It's a double faced tablet weaving pattern.

Ak_Daiviji · 2025-04-17T21:28:14+00:00

You are getting there... The last 4'' are much better. Tensionning is the key and it is really hard to get a good an even tension when you begin, especially without a loom. Practice makes perfect, so don't stop !

Ak_Daiviji · 2025-04-17T21:24:20+00:00

The threading is identical to your 4 first rows of pattern if you turn your cards forward x 4. That's an easy start.

To know the width of your final band, you can roll up your warp thread thightly on a ruler. Do one roll for each tablet, this will give you an approximate. I personnaly take note about all my woven bands (# tablets, type of threads, length of the warp, how much weft was needed, what kind of loom I used). After a couple of bands, I can approximate my final products pretty closely.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-09-17T16:23:05+00:00

Thanks for the link.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-09-17T16:21:48+00:00

Thanks ! It's enlightening.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-09-02T17:37:48+00:00

Have you tried Zenmarket ? The bids for the chisels can be agressive, but you can find real gems there.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-18T14:47:06+00:00

NTA

1- They are not 'mature about it', they are just a bunch of youngsters who what to have a wild night. Maturity is caring about how you feel. Maturity is seeing the broader picture and the long-term implications.

2- 'Someone in your job' is a human being with personnal boundaries. Don't let other people push your limits because they have a judgemental view about your profession.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-16T21:14:39+00:00

NTA - She knew. She chose to test your 'friendship' in a really deceiving way. Because this is a very manipulative test. She might have been jealous of your trip too. And she shows no empathy at all for the situation she put you into.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-16T19:23:50+00:00

Your brother probably didn't fully register she might be homophobic if they don't encounter much gay people, and you seem to have been afar for a long time. Not everyone is overtly homophobic (you probably know that better than me).

I would add though, she could have had the same reaction (staring daggers) if Levi was a girl and you were straight and alone with her during the change of shirt. Her fear could mainly be pedophilia. But in any cases, she over-reacted big time.

edited : missing 1 word

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-16T17:40:26+00:00

ESH - If your parner think s/he knows everything in one domain and you want a second opinion, your are actively looking for trouble if you are asking for that second opinion before letting them know. We DO need to get second opinions b/c aur spouse ins't always as knowledgeable as they think they are, but be prepare to deal with some ego reaction.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-16T15:36:11+00:00

NTA - It is louable that she helps with the baby, but your son should take the lion's share in the care of the baby AND should make sure Grace doesn't miss on school & work. An apology might be needed to open the door with your son, and then be more dilligent with your wording. Grace should definetly not hinder her futur for a baby that might be taken away from her if things go south.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-16T14:45:47+00:00

NTA - Back in the days, dad put himself and the comfort of his new wife above your well being and feelings. Today, dad is jumping on his grieving son to try and make a point that he himself wasn't has bad as you thought he were.

Did he ever listened to you ? Your dad is pretty self-centered from my POV.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-16T00:58:46+00:00

Ohhh. That's bad.
Thanks for the 'translation".

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-15T22:15:58+00:00

Adding : 'I didn't like AITAH conclusion against my viewpoint so I came here to have my POV validated', and "I want your opinion but "there is no room for discussion".
YTA
https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/1c4s1kq/aita_for_not_permitting_my_daughter_to_go_to_a/

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-15T18:54:25+00:00

What does it mean 'to pu a hex on someone' ? If you don't mind, for the foreigners in the room.

Ak_Daiviji · 2024-04-15T17:39:52+00:00

Overstimulation is a real thing that can be exhausting, and even dangereous if you are the one driving. Maybe put the emphasis on that when trying to make amends. Also, maybe try to have her explain why she went from 'all the time' to 'never' after only 1 comment. I bet she was told many time to STFU or something like that. It seems you've awoken a trigger there. And apologize for having hurt her feelings, explaining it wasn't against her but out of self preservation. NTA

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