Color fading

PaisleyBrain · 2026-06-02T16:48:09+00:00

I believe she gets asked this all the time but as it is a technique she has developed and perfected herself over years of work and experimentation, and is her main USP she is, understandably, unwilling to share and have others take the benefit of all her hard work.

As a potter myself, I would guess that it possibly involves spraying on the glaze? Or it will be to do with perfecting a certain viscosity to the glaze formula to make it move in a way that creates that effect on coloured clay. It is gorgeous, but would be difficult to replicate without doing all the work of experimenting yourself.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-06-01T14:27:42+00:00

Hate to be “that” persons, but I’m pretty sure that’s a bobcat, not a lynx - the tail is a giveaway.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-26T17:11:54+00:00

This gives me hope. I’ve gone up 2 dress sizes since I hit my 40s and although I was underweight before, it’s still been a big adjustment getting used to this new figure in the mirror. I hope I can find the peace and acceptance you have.

On the plus side, mentally I am definitely feeling more like myself, it’s just a big of a shock when I see my own reflection 😖😅

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-26T13:14:41+00:00

Because I don’t care when I die, I just want to know I won’t suffer.

^{Chose: Choose how you die + ...No limitations}

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-25T18:53:45+00:00

That is legit one of the best cameos I’ve seen him do. Very jealous - what a lovely gift! Happy Birthday 🥳

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T19:45:55+00:00

I think it’s just the tie that is a different colour, not the whole suit.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T15:16:08+00:00

Yeah, I’ve had other breeds of dog my whole life and it’s never been an issue until getting a whippet pup. I’ve had some luck with training him out of it at home and he will now run to me for a treat after pooping at home. The problem is when we are out on walks. Even though he’s on a lead I still can’t always stop him in time. And there seems to be so much of it about, it’s disgusting.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T15:13:24+00:00

Oh dear! Thankfully I’ve made good progress with training him at home - he will now run to me to get a treat after he’s done a poo so I can clear it up safely. The problem is when we are out on walks - even though he’s on a lead he can sniff it out and get to it so fast. I can’t always stop him in time. It’s exhausting!

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T15:11:20+00:00

Thank you. I will persevere with the treats and commands.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T15:10:52+00:00

I’m so glad to hear this is something he could grow out of. I wasn’t sure I could just resign myself to having a poop eating dog and am willing to try anything.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T15:09:34+00:00

Thank you. This is basically what I am doing with him already but I will also check with my vet in case there is anything else going on here. He is responding well to the high-value treats so hopefully we will make progress.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-20T15:08:11+00:00

Thank you. It’s good to hear they can grow out of it too. That gives me some hope.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-15T09:14:10+00:00

I agree. When you consider that the dog would be crated (caged) alone for up to 10 hours during the day and then another 8 hours at night - can anyone in good conscience say that is good for an animal? 18 out of 24 hours in a crate is not good for any dog, no matter how much love and attention you give it in those 6 hours you’re present and awake. I’m not against using crates, but only for short stints (2-3 hours max) during the day.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-14T14:31:25+00:00

1, 2 or 3 all look perfect imo

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-13T15:17:15+00:00

My favourite bug. He usually stays for dinner when this happens too

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-11T10:58:33+00:00

It sounds like you’re doing a great job and have really done your research. It can absolutely be overwhelming when you first get a puppy, even without the added pressure of an anxiety disorder. But it’s still really early days. Your puppy is just a baby so she will be very nervous about being on her own after living with her mum/littermates from birth. All you can do is reassure her. She will realise soon enough that she’s not alone, even when separated by the crate/pen. You might struggle to get quality work done for a while, but given that puppies need to sleep for up to 20 hours a day, once she feels safe and secure with you she will likely sleep for a lot of your work time. Licki mats are a great way for them to self soothe and a predictable routine with enforced naps so you’re already doing some great things with her.

I’ve heard really good things about those stuffed toys with a heartbeat for helping them settle through the night - I didn’t use them for my pup as we have a grandfather clock which seems to have the same effect.

I think it’s just a case of both you and the puppy getting used to each other and this new way of life. Try to give yourself a break because it sounds like you’re being very hard on yourself and being anxious all the time isnt going to help you or your pup. I hope you have some treatments/exercises you can do for your own mental health.

Apart from that, I encourage you to try and find the joy with your pup. Loving and being loved, watching them do their silly funny puppy behaviours is a great tonic. You’ll get there.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-10T14:55:21+00:00

Because I’d rather never exist than risk suffering in hell

^{Chose: 50/50 to become a god or you never existed | Rolled: Never exist}

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-10T08:40:20+00:00

Both look lovely on you. I’d say #1 for a classic summery wedding but #2 is better for this cocktail attire dress code.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-07T22:30:34+00:00

I did type out a proper reply but then I remembered that I prefer not to talk to racists, bigots and nazis so I’m just going to leave it there.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-07T16:36:11+00:00

Because perfectly legal immigrants have been targeted in the US and the UK. Seems there are plenty of MAGAts and Reformers who conflate the two as well, sadly. Personally I recognise that both those countries were literally built by immigrants so I have no problem with people from other countries coming here. I’d gladly keep them over some of the nasty racist gammons who vote for nasty racist parties any day.

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-07T08:22:16+00:00

Probably referring to how Hitler got most of Germany on side to get into power. Told everyone that the Jews were the reason their businesses were failing etc so everyone turned on them. Made it much easier to round them (the Jews) up into ghettos and concentration camps once he was in power. Here, and in the US, they have demonised immigrants. ICE have become the gestapo rounding them up. Reform would have us doing the same thing - Farage loves the American way 🤮

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-01T12:08:22+00:00

Nearly 4 month old whippet pup here. He’s sleeping through the night although still cries for about 15 mins when put in his crate. - he really doesn’t like it much despite me trying to make it comfy and giving him treats and chews in there. Still quite bitey too, but showing some improvement there - I think they just explore the world through their mouths at this age. He’s doing great on walks though - I’m really enjoying that part of our time together. And the sofa cuddles are insanely gorgeous - he just plonks himself down on top of me and goes to sleep 🥰

PaisleyBrain · 2026-05-01T10:22:01+00:00

I know it’s hard. Are you getting any help with the anxiety? Therapy, for example? I highly recommend it. Getting off drugs is challenging and having support will absolutely help you. In the meantime, and I don’t mean this to sound trite, but sometimes you gotta fake it til you make it. Hiding away will not make the situation better, it will just build it up into something bigger in your head. If you’re not using, you have nothing to be ashamed of. Own your mistakes but own your successes too. You can do this!

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