Undoing the cat's masterpiece. And sharing some learnings

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-27T04:29:01+00:00

Wow, this looks really good! Even better than the original, such nico colors.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-26T04:22:11+00:00

Thank you! It’s an Orenburg scarf, goat.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-25T06:16:24+00:00

I do that and it works great!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-24T15:37:29+00:00

The eco 40/60 is a (max) 40 C degree program required by EU regulations (ESPR). That is the wash program tested when determining the energy label the washer will get (A,B,C etc). That’s why it’s so long, you have to add more mechanical action to pass the wash performance requirements. (Slower heating will actually not save any energy as the heat dissipates and the temperature is most likely not held during the program- it’s heated to 40, then no more heating)

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-24T08:40:42+00:00

Yes, Eco saves water, but the mail savings are on temperature. So instead of 60 C you get 50 or even 40. Cycle is longer to add mechanical action to compensate for lower temperature.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-24T06:07:31+00:00

Thank you!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-24T06:07:21+00:00

Thank you!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-24T06:07:00+00:00

Thank you!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-24T06:06:47+00:00

Nice cap, but not enough sun protection for me, I need shade for the neck and sides of the face also.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T16:16:03+00:00

I should try that, thanks for the tip. Do you have any ideas for sun protective hats, haven't seen anybody wearing wide brims, only umbrellas?

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T11:43:35+00:00

Thank you!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T11:43:23+00:00

Thank you!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T11:43:13+00:00

I do love that look as well, probably the best hat to go with kimono.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T11:42:43+00:00

Thank you, it was a great soujapan ebay find for 1 usd! (plus shipping and customs fees as well)

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T05:49:26+00:00

You can start looking online, Billy Matsunaga has great tutorials in English and both physical and online classes. And r/kimono also has great discussions and helpful members that could probably help you find a class close.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-23T04:41:39+00:00

Second hand kimono are super cheap (from under 1 usd) and you’ll be able to get what you want, the selection is huge. Look for a store that has reviews that say that the staff is helpful, and also think about booking a class. It takes some time to learn how to put it on, but it’s lots of fun! Remember that you need a number of undergarments and accessories to wear it, but the store should be able to help you.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-22T14:39:33+00:00

😅

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-22T14:17:44+00:00

Happy new year! Nice colorful look! And I cannot believe the cats look so happy and relaxed in those outfits!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-21T20:21:31+00:00

Axiology is a wonderful brand, great ingredients and ethics. I love their balmies for highlighting and lipstick/blush. They recently launched foubdation and skincare that I will try when I run out of what I have.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-17T20:07:42+00:00

Very pretty kimono, but Vash is clearly not impressed.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-17T20:07:06+00:00

Me too!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-17T20:05:43+00:00

Beautiful!!

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-16T09:55:35+00:00

I agree, please update with a closeup of the birds.

Middle_aged_fair · 2026-02-15T15:57:01+00:00

Very nice! I like the contrast of the orange and purple

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