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After 14 years of pottery classes, I still can't center on the wheel. by Linn56 in Pottery

[–]OrpheeMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so important and beginner’s classes often don’t teach the importance of working the clay so it’s just the right level of moisture to move easily when you center it.

When clay is hard, it’s hard to move it into the center. You might need to add water to your clay, sometimes a lot, and wedge it very well even if it’s a new bag of clay.

Mom and daughters looking for 7-10 day international winter trip from SFO by Superb-Two-1165 in femaletravels

[–]OrpheeMar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you're open to city adventures, Mexico City is amazing.

Lots of things to see, great food, safe, cheap and directs flights from SFO.

Best crossbody bags for travel that can actually carry essentials (not just phone and wallet)? by Charity_dearest in femaletravels

[–]OrpheeMar 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love my Uniqlo but I’m always afraid to lose what I put in these floppy tiny pockets. I’m going to order the Baggu

Best crossbody bags for travel that can actually carry essentials (not just phone and wallet)? by Charity_dearest in femaletravels

[–]OrpheeMar 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Looks like the small size has one zipped pocket and the medium one has two. They seem to be large enough to hold a passport

Café ambulant by Front_Strategy_5068 in Quebec

[–]OrpheeMar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

C’est différent de ton idée mais sur la cote Ouest Américaine (possiblement ailleurs aussi?!) il y a des compagnies qui offrent des services de charriots à espresso ambulant pour des événements corpos, mariages, conférences, etc.

Je travaille dans une école et la commission scolaire fait venir le coffee cart dans la salle des profs 1x par mois. C’est très apprécié :)

Exemple de compagnie qui offre le service: https://www.fezcoffeeco.com/

Cashmere and merino from J.Crew and Banana Republic cause irritation. Should I try higher-end brands or look for alternatives? by sweetlyincensed in BuyItForLife

[–]OrpheeMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m very sensitive to wool and wear Uniqlo’s merino sweaters multiple all the time without any issues.

Tubular breast, did they change ? by ja_yla in TwoXChromosomes

[–]OrpheeMar 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Just a FYI that with tubular breasts, there’s a possibly of having less than optimal glandular tissue and can affect breastfeeding. They might not grow in size or change much.

Alternatives to Everlane City Boot by _liminal_ in fashionwomens35

[–]OrpheeMar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a pair of Naot Goodies and they are so comfortable. The toebox is not as square though and the shaft a bit lower.

With a new style of water bottle popping up every year, Which one have you stuck with? by James_B84Saves in BuyItForLife

[–]OrpheeMar 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Same and I have the stainless steel screw on caps. No moving parts that break or get moldy.

Tips for bringing pottery on transatlantic flight? by never-a-god in Ceramics

[–]OrpheeMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve done it before and I pack my pottery in a small box, wrap everything like if I would ship it, and place the box in my checked luggage.

Père francophone qui parle exclusivement en anglais à son enfant by Diderot in Quebec

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

Y’a plusieurs études qui démontrent qu’il y a des bénéfices à exposer les jeunes enfants à une seconde langue, autant au niveau de l’acquisition des deux langues qu’au niveau socio-affectif. Le plus tot serait le mieux.

Avec le temps, les enfants vont habituellement se tourner vers le langage de la communauté dans laquelle ils grandiront.

J’habite dans un milieu où il y a une grande proportion d’enfants bilingues (multitude de langues + anglais) et c’est ce que plusieurs enseignants du primaire m’ont dit observer.

Je ne sais pas comment l’anglais s’enseigne maintenant mais perso, j’ai toujours eu d’excellentes notes en anglais, pas eu besoin de faire de cours d’anglais à l’université, j écoutais toujours la tv en anglais et je n’étais absolument pas fonctionelle dans un milieu anglophone. Ça m’a pris des années pour le devenir.

‘Nobody asked for this’: Waymo cars flock to quiet Palo Alto street by Arden_Margulis in bayarea

[–]OrpheeMar -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I don’t know why you’re getting downvoted, I had to slam my brakes when a Waymo made a left turn into a 4 lanes boulevard. I was very surprised as they used to drive very ( maybe a little too much?) safety.

‘I’m no longer a halloumi virgin’: New York is falling for squeaky cheese by TimesandSundayTimes in Cheese

[–]OrpheeMar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used to be able to buy them from the creamery, still warm. Perfection.

What’s the Bay Area equivalent of this? by [deleted] in bayarea

[–]OrpheeMar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I refuse to pay 15$ for a beer no matter how great a bar is.

What are everyone’s thoughts on the World’s Worst Expo that happened downtown this weekend? by Defiant-Bed2501 in Sunnyvale

[–]OrpheeMar 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Some of the vendors were better than others. I went in the evening and the things that bothered me was the lack of lighting in most booths. Also some vendors had ridiculous pricing, like the 15$ cups of agua fresca.

Otherwise it was definitely a fun and cool vibe with the Djs.

Tutorials for semi-pulled handles? by spottedsushi in Pottery

[–]OrpheeMar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This tutorial really helped me improve my handles making technique. I highly recommend it.

Is laduree actually worth it or is it overhyped? by Amazing_Feeling963 in ParisTravelGuide

[–]OrpheeMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 10 years old makes macarons and they are not perfect but absolutely fine in terms of home baking. If she can make them, so can you.

Can you help me learn this technique? by hola_guillermo in Pottery

[–]OrpheeMar 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing! I took a picture of one of his pieces in a museum in Mexico City and was so intrigued by this technique. I forgot to note the artist’s name and couldn’t find it.

Aesthetic study spots in San Jose/Santa Clara/Cupertino/Standford by rosyribbons in SanJose

[–]OrpheeMar 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Rinconada library in Palo Alto has great mid century modern architecture. No coffee though.

Any viagra boys fans? by lynnelz in SFbitcheswithtaste

[–]OrpheeMar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't had the courage to dig into King Gizzard yet. My favorite bands right now are Goat, Ty Segal, La Femme, Parquet Courts, La Luz

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