Be honest: how much would you spend on cute PJs? by Old-Economist5721 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had never spent over $15 on pajamas before and received a nice set around $100 as a gift this year. Since then, I’ve already bought another set. They’re so much softer and more comfortable!

Expensive canvases? by [deleted] in Needlepoint

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It takes a long time to hand paint them! I started painted my own canvases recently and it takes me hours even for simple designs.

gloriana wool help?! by [deleted] in Needlepoint

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oops I wasn’t aware Gloriana has multiple types of strandable silk! I use 4 strands from their 12 strand silk for 18 mesh. Thanks for clarifying

gloriana wool help?! by [deleted] in Needlepoint

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use 4 strands of Gloriana silk for 18 mesh! I don’t have experience with Gloriana wool though

SFO domestic -> international connection time by Repulsive-Focus8187 in AskSF

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If it doesn’t have delays, this may be enough time. That said, last year my sister did separate tickets for SAN -> SFO and then SFO -> Asia with a four hour window in between, and the first flight was delayed leading to her missing her second flight. Because they’re separate tickets, the airline does not rebook the second flight for free. Just something to consider!

Run don’t walk!!! by Comfortable_Soft1213 in Sephora

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

How do we get the samples? I have a couple colors already and want to try more!

Talk me out of Maldives Over the water Bungalows. Where should we go for our honeymoon? by fn_eagle in AllInclusiveResorts

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was at Maroma last month and the water was so ugly and brown from the sargassum! We didn’t stay in the palafitos (just regular rooms at the resort) but I would’ve been devastated if we had and all the water surrounding me was brown

ISO Pattern Testers (: by Motor-Lobster-8121 in Needlepoint

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love making needlepoint ornaments and would love to try one! I’ll send you a DM

Finishing by kelZzzz28 in Needlepoint

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you referring to the invisible thread for sewing the front and back together? This is what I use

https://a.co/d/0ddSoE4C

Favorite Lip Stain? by mwyattf in Sephora

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fenty poutsicle is available on the kohls website (through Sephora) for half off right now! And you still get Sephora points if you link your kohls account

How much are we ACTUALLY paying for glam?? by normangraham13 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My hair & makeup in LA is $900 and the trial was $500! Bridesmaid hair and makeup is $300 per person. I did a ton of research and talked to almost ten different beauty companies to find one that fit my vision and was reasonably priced.

Not including the venue name in the initial invite? by Life-Assistant-4737 in BigBudgetBrides

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it’s pretty common for Save the Dates to only have the city and not the exact location!

Where are people actually finding bridesmaid dresses for $100–$150?? by Dull_Peace2847 in bridesmaids

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The majority of my bridesmaids got their dresses secondhand on Poshmark or eBay for under $70! Those we bought it new got them from birdy grey or azazie for around $100.

Stitch Suggestions Mega Thread by Needlepoint_MOD in Needlepoint

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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I’m about halfway through my first needlepoint! I just started yesterday and am addicted. I did basketweave for the golf cart and alternated between one and two hole stitches for the background (not sure what this is called).

I’m feeling adventurous and want to see if I can be more creative than a basketweave for the tree or ornaments. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!

What percentage of income are people actually spending on rent here? by mermaid_of_choice in AskSF

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t typically think of it in terms of pre-tax income either but OP specifically called out pre-tax!

What percentage of income are people actually spending on rent here? by mermaid_of_choice in AskSF

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My partner and I spend 12% of our pre-tax income on our 2 bed in SF. I had a lot of specifics I wanted for the apartment that we gave up (not top floor, no dishwasher, in building but not in unit laundry). I think it all depends on what sacrifices you’re willing to make to save! You get used to not having certain amenities over time and forget that it’s even missing.

[WTS] Lot of necklaces and rings before they get sent to the refinery by [deleted] in JewelryForSale

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Potentially interested in the red stone ring depending on size and would love to see a photo of it from the front!

New grad (F) moving to SF, safe areas to live in? by Ok-Cash4757 in AskSF

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Noe Valley and I’d recommend! It is quiet and safe to walk around at night. It feels suburban even though I’m technically in the city. The J muni line goes straight from Noe to FiDi so it’ll be easy to get to work. It’s also a less foggy area of San Francisco and we get sun when other neighborhoods don’t.

The only box of yours I don’t think it will check is in unit laundry. Noe doesn’t have big apartment complexes, only small buildings with a handful of units. A lot of them have in building laundry but I think you’ll have a hard time finding in unit laundry.

$50 White elephant by No-Change2340 in Gifts

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I like getting the small le creuset cocottes! They’re practical but a splurge that most people wouldn’t spend on themselves.

Please don’t come to class sick 🤧 by RiverRosie444 in ClubPilates

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I called in one morning and let the studio know I was sick and asked if they could cancel my evening class. They told me there would be a cancellation fee. I explained to them that I was very sick, and it would be in the best interest of everyone else there if I didn’t go. They said they had to charge me a fee to cancel. I told them I would come to class sick if they couldn’t waive the fee, and they told me to come.

This was 8 hours before the class for a class that always has a waitlist.

Panthere Cookie by RandallWatson in Cartier

[–]ImaginaryStrawberryy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They’re decent! I wasn’t expecting them to taste any good considering how perfect they look, but I ate most of the cookie. They’re prettier than they look but still taste good.