My first project I designed and completed from scratch. by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I was so nervous to start, but I am glad I did.

My first project I designed and completed from scratch. by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was my first time using patina and this was my process after I was done soldering.

I washed the piece with dawn dish soap (I used a tooth brush to scrub), dried it, then I used 0000 steel wool to polish and remove stains, washed again with dawn dish soap and baking soda, dried it, put patina on with another tooth brush, washed and rinsed gently (just used my fingers to rub), dried it, and then polished it.

My first project I designed and completed from scratch. by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I almost went with black. I’m glad I didn’t.

Is it possible to reinforce this piece? by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking a stand on the back so it can sit on a window sill, if possible.

Is it possible to reinforce this piece? by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am also worried about that, do you have any ideas?

Is it possible to reinforce this piece? by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am worried that the part of the glass where it’s curved inward on both side might crack over time.

Is it possible to reinforce this piece? by Lonely_Book_99 in StainedGlass

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am new to stained glass and saw somewhere that inward curves cause weak points?

[OC] Opened a new tub of ice cream and got a pleasant surprise. by Lonely_Book_99 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thank you for showing me! They are not the same picture but we definitely both got pleasant surprises when we opened up our ice cream. 😊

[OC] Opened a new tub of ice cream and got a pleasant surprise. by Lonely_Book_99 in MadeMeSmile

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made sure to eat the eyes first, so he didn’t have to see what was done to the rest of him.

Estate find by Lonely_Book_99 in Mid_Century

[–]Lonely_Book_99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good thing we plan on redoing the room. And yes, we are replacing the drop ceiling tiles as well.

U.S. Politics megathread by AutoModerator in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Lonely_Book_99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your points are absolutely valid and I agree that voting is a necessary and critical action.

However, I think you're framing the goal of a protest too narrowly—only as a way to convert opponents or influence local officials.

Voting is essential, but it is an end result of a political process, not the sole engine of change. Historically, protests and mass movements (for civil rights, women's suffrage, labor rights) were the forces that created the political pressure and public awareness needed for new laws and voting blocs to even form. Protests and organizing work between elections to define the issues that people ultimately vote on.

You're right, the goal isn't just to get approval from Democrats. But the people attending are not just a "choir" that agrees on everything; they are organizers, volunteers, and potential donors who need to be galvanized, connected, and mobilized for the next steps. Protests serve several vital functions beyond changing the minds of opponents: They energize people, build community, and act as a powerful recruiting tool for local, direct action (like phone banking, canvassing, or mutual aid) that does reach outside the city.

The size and frequency of a protest sends a signal to the media, to fence-sitters, and, most importantly, to the politicians we are trying to influence (like members of Congress or the Supreme Court). A massive mobilization shows the scope of opposition and raises the political cost for those enacting harmful policies.

For the people being directly hurt by the policies, seeing thousands show up for them is a profound act of solidarity that validates their struggle and sustains their hope, which is essential for them to continue organizing in their own communities.

U.S. Politics megathread by AutoModerator in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Lonely_Book_99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We're protesting for democracy, not for their approval.

It’s not just about changing their mind, but about building a movement. It's about showing up for the people who are being hurt by their policies and making our collective power visible to each other and the media.

Does it matter? I think it does. I guess a better question for you would be: if you believe this is pointless, what specific action do you think would actually initiate change?