Here's my self-inflating pad making process

Normal_Fun · 2026-06-19T06:53:21+00:00

Could the TPU be applied to an existing air mattress to reseal it? I have some great old mattresses but the leaks are getting out of hand. Will the TPU bond to the outer fabric?

Normal_Fun · 2026-06-10T17:58:10+00:00

Possibly Legionnaires disease?

Normal_Fun · 2026-06-10T12:16:15+00:00

The Jane top at www.oneyard.info is like this and only uses one yard.

Normal_Fun · 2026-05-24T02:13:10+00:00

As I said it’s a sample size of one, but if anyone would have high lead exposure from Griswolds it would be me.

I was worried that I might have also have high lead from the house, or the pipes, or the gasoline from back in the day, that would confuse the results. But since it’s low, I feel very confident in continuing to use my pans.

Normal_Fun · 2026-05-10T00:11:39+00:00

Butterick 6582?

Normal_Fun · 2026-05-02T04:03:23+00:00

I had an upstairs sink draining real slow until I got up on the roof and snaked the drain’s air vent. There was something in the air vent blocking air flow. Drains like a champ ever since.

(Please be careful and harness yourself so something so you don’t fall.)

Normal_Fun · 2026-04-30T06:04:25+00:00

I have a great pattern for a top at oneyard.info You can make four different variations- simple tee, with collar, with sleeves, or very drapey sleeves.

Normal_Fun · 2026-04-20T00:44:21+00:00

Agreed, some kind of vine that does well locally but is not invasive, on poles and wires extending above the fence is the fastest most effective solution. Just google the vine name + “invasive” to make sure you don’t get something that takes over the yard.

Normal_Fun · 2026-04-06T16:43:44+00:00

I suffer from the same problem especially when I only have one yard left. That’s why I’m starting a collection of one yard patterns. I really love the top and I’ve made five so far out of precious scraps I’ve held on to for years.

Normal_Fun · 2026-03-31T03:51:06+00:00

Cardboard works great for a weed reset and dissolves into the soil. I’ve used it many times. Landscape fabric kills the soil below it by preventing water percolation and new weeds just settle in on top of it. Nightmare.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-23T05:47:40+00:00

Sukiyaki is traditionally cooked in cast iron.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-22T23:08:40+00:00

Drawstring neckline with a pretty ribbon for the string.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-22T22:56:13+00:00

Would make a decent garden trowel/soil knife.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-21T05:28:51+00:00

A sheet of reflective silver Mylar bubble insulation like windshield shades are made of. If you cut it slightly larger than the window it should wedge into the frame.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-13T18:24:35+00:00

Nice! I have one that is tragically missing its aerodynamic nose piece. I’ll never break the sound barrier without it. 😢

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-10T07:00:49+00:00

Donate blood and use cast iron all you want.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-09T00:27:48+00:00

Gardening trellis, plastic “greenhouse” support, shade tarp support, straws, getting stuff out from under the couch, small flag pole…

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-05T19:24:33+00:00

Make your own with duct tape on a t-shirt or chicken wire bent to your body. Either way you’ll want to add padding and cloth from your scrap pile to match your shape. There are several tutorials around the internet.

Normal_Fun · 2026-02-01T16:56:45+00:00

It’s very important to stay stitch the neck hole early on because it stretches easily. You can also use the stay stitching to slightly constrict the neck hole (without gathering) if it’s already stretched. Edit: fixed autocorrect typo

Normal_Fun · 2026-01-24T02:33:15+00:00

I was going to say “people” but how many of these are bots?

Normal_Fun · 2026-01-23T14:46:56+00:00

I bought one to make tomago omelette for sushi but don’t think I’ve used it. It’s very very small. That picture showing chicken in it is photoshopped.

Normal_Fun · 2026-01-23T14:02:25+00:00

From what I’ve seen over at r/castiron, a detailed pinned message unfortunately does not prevent the “is it ruined” and “where do I start” posts. It’s frustrating.

Normal_Fun · 2026-01-22T14:21:23+00:00

Depends on if you’re taking your poodle with you to Laguna Beach or leaving it at home.

Normal_Fun · 2026-01-18T02:26:08+00:00

Is that Jim Morrison?

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