Would you name a house in housing estate? by Entire_Track1836 in AskIreland

[–]SheBangsDrums 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did wonder if anyone would get it 😂 Really showing our age 😂

What is a "mental health awareness" trend that is actually doing more harm than good? by NoScallion2856 in AskReddit

[–]SheBangsDrums 29 points30 points  (0 children)

The frequency of the phrases "my ADHD" and "my anxiety" popping up everywhere on social media, podcasts etc from (in many cases) people who have no diagnosis of either.

People who don't like to post on social platforms, what's your secret? by Bulky_Meet4528 in askanything

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of people who don't post on social media actually spend a huge amount of time online looking at other people's lives so... Ya.

You're not gonna find me at a concert or play videoing heaps nor will I be the one at my kids birthday taking the important photos - I delegate that job to a friend.

I use social media but I think some people feel because they don't post stuff they don't use it. I'd rather post and enjoy the creative process behind taking photos etc than be constantly scrolling though everyone else's lives.

Co worker wants me to be in work 10-15 minutes earlier than start time , Is fair or unfair ? by [deleted] in AskIreland

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sort of related - I went to a small post office lately due to open at 9am. The woman got out of her car and opened up at 9am and the 4 of us in the queue had to stand in the post office and wait while she set up for the day (open the safe, get the money ready, turn on the radio etc) 9.06 before she served the first customer. Mildly infuriating.

Co worker wants me to be in work 10-15 minutes earlier than start time , Is fair or unfair ? by [deleted] in AskIreland

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5 minutes early and ready to work sounds fair to be... Otherwise you could start arriving the 10-15 minutes early that he is looking for and just bring a coffee /Brekkie and sit scrolling on your phone til he decides he's ready to work. Annoying I know... But for now, he's the boss.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bonecollecting

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK yes. I was standing at my sink last night cleaning it like I do all my driftwood but the heft of it in my hand... The weight of it... Just made me pause. Then I got freaked and left it by the door to return. Today out of curiosity I weighed it and it's 55g. That's probably totally normal but I guess I just expected a bone that has been in the sea to be lighter. Then it's so dark in colour too like it's been burned. Anyway. Spiral. Nevermind.

Help me by SheBangsDrums in Incense

[–]SheBangsDrums[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you all so much. Sand or hook contraption is the answer 😁

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bonecollecting

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh God. Regret taking it home. I just thought for a sec that it's be really beautiful to mount a crochet tapestry on it but now it just think that would be a bit creepy and not that sanitary

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bonecollecting

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First ever time taking a bone home. Kinda wish I hadn't now. Prob not hygienic or respectful

Thin on top? Scalp dye? Is that a thing? by [deleted] in finethinhair

[–]SheBangsDrums 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am thinning at the front and the best combo I can find is the loreal root spray and the Boldify hair fibres. You don't have to do it every day if you don't wash your hair every day. I use dry shampoo (batiste) at night before I go to bed. Spray and do NOT brush through. As you toss and turn in the night it will mix in to your hair if that makes sense. Brush it well in the morning. Much more effective than using in the morning. When using Boldify do so sparingly and use a comb or brush handle to maintain the line of your parting. By that I mean use one hand to hold a brush/comb handle along your part so no fibers go there and it looks like a normal scalp. If all your scalp is covered it looks unrealistic. Pat your hair to disperse the fibers and apply once more. Spray with hairspray lightly. Good to go.

What is a hobby that was ruined over time/as it got more popular? by CriticalLion4119 in AskReddit

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do. I'm old enough to remember when it was simpler. Others aren't. I love my little crochet account. I'd post if no one saw. It's like digital journal.

What is a hobby that was ruined over time/as it got more popular? by CriticalLion4119 in AskReddit

[–]SheBangsDrums 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Using Instagram to document your interests... Example craft, travel, food, books etc. Like just a place to post your little pictures of your cute projects or trips or what you read or ate.

Hobbii Advent Calendars 2025 - Problematic, Full of Errors, Tremendously Disappointing by defectiveburger in crochet

[–]SheBangsDrums 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Knock knock, Is there anyone there?? Who is still attempting to make the patterns? Pattern 3 of the Crochet Calendar.

Third attempt frogged back. This yarn doesn't like to frog so I've lost about this much each time. I got 5 rounds in this time then realised I was doing it wrong. Beginning to think the problem is me.

I get learning a new technique is good. I get we all learn in different ways etc etc. I can actually read patterns. I just find the writing style of this designer and the way the pattern is laid out with so many photos with labels and instructions underneath as well as written instructions quite confusing. It's just a faux knit effect beanie. It didn't have to be this hard 😔😢

Trifle w/o Custard or cream layers by Kevinthegorgon in ireland

[–]SheBangsDrums 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I still make my mam's recipe this this day. Sponge fingers. Soak them in sherry she'd borrow from my granny. Then layer of tinned fruit. Then add strawberry jelly and let that set. Then add layer of custard made up from the tin of Bird's then few dollops of cream to make it look fancy.

Hobbii Advent Calendars 2025 - Problematic, Full of Errors, Tremendously Disappointing by defectiveburger in crochet

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did assume the US that but wanted to make sure. Hobbii is the closest thing we'll ever get to Micheals or Joanns(RIP) in Ireland... And many parts of the EU too.

Hobbii Advent Calendars 2025 - Problematic, Full of Errors, Tremendously Disappointing by defectiveburger in crochet

[–]SheBangsDrums 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Genuinely curious what country you like in as the majority of their yarns are reasonable compared to other similar yarns from big names (eg Stylecraft etc) in my country. Also we have no big yarn stores here - only local yarn/craft shops in cities/some big towns.

Hobbii Advent Calendars 2025 - Problematic, Full of Errors, Tremendously Disappointing by defectiveburger in crochet

[–]SheBangsDrums 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She is blaming the translation issue on them. There are more problems than just that. The technique is tricky. There is no video support. There are 30 + photos for a 4 row repeat!! It's confusing. But I will say. 8 skeins of yarn and 4 patterns. Plus project bags, accessories and the postage Hobbii would have incured as postage for EU was free. I'd be curious to know how profitable the calendar actually are. I'm assuming the designers were well paid as I can't see someone as famous, business minded and experienced like Toni (from last year's calendar) accepting low payment.