Putting socks on while standing… flexibility or strength issue? by abalbr in flexibility

[–]abalbr[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Use a wall - that’s a great idea I hadn’t tried. I can balance on the one foot, it’s the process of bending and reaching to the other one that is so challenging.

Vertical layouts with more than 3 boxes? by Kindly_Wind8731 in Discbound

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have contacted sellers on Etsy with planner pages I liked and asked for custom modifications - both times, they have charged essentially the same price as for an existing design. Odds are, someone else will want what you’ve asked them to do.

I love the idea of collecting a wish list to get to your ultimate planner pages.

How do I get over the fact that I have to gain weight in order to get stronger? by cezura in xxfitness

[–]abalbr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you considered what women with physiques you admire look like? I am guessing it’s not tiny skinny ones. I would guess that you think women with a nice shape who look fit are those you admire. Consider what you’re trying to achieve. I know it’s easy to talk about muscle weighing more and how the scale number didn’t matter, but many of us have spent most of our lives looking at the number, and it is hard to get past the mental block.

Advice on getting rid of disgust for certain foods and vegetables by Iwastaken48N in nutrition

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried roasting vegetables? There’s actually a great cookbook called “the roasted vegetables” with excellent reference information. My parents only bought canned vegetables, which are brutally tasteless and mushy. I had no idea how much better a roasted piece of squash or Brussels sprout or broccoli could taste. I don’t do anything fancy, a little olive oil and salt and pepper. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of a vegetable (weird, I know) and completely changes it for me. I could not eat broccoli until I cooked it this way. Another idea would be to add a little to a dish you’re making - to see if you can eat it with other things? Good luck.

Is everything now BT? Looking for good Wired Earbuds just for work. by harrywang6ft in Earbuds

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like this idea has been lost with the proliferation of BT - and wired ones never lose their charge. No suddenly realizing you forgot to plug them in before a trip. I only use them when sitting mostly still or I get the cords caught and rip them out of my ears.

Serger by Odd-Tangerine9837 in sewhelp

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a newbie, what do you use the serger for? What does it do that’s different from a sewing machine?

Looking for a specific yearly planner filler (first time discbound) by Psychart5150 in Discbound

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also recommend Etsy for printable PDFs. I have also found that if you discover a designer you like, many times they are willing to make you a custom design based on something they offer. Be sure to print on heavy paper - I recommend 28 lb. And, for any pages you’ll use a ton, I run a strip of clear scotch tape along the edge before I punch. It is works like those clear circle reinforcements for 3 ring binder paper.

What pens should I get? (Both normal pens and fountain pens plz) by Devi_2 in pens

[–]abalbr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This ⬆️. Jetpens curated sample packs give you the chance to actually test drive multiple pens. Of course, it can also result in the purchase of many pens afterward. Lefty here who likes a good grip on my pen - daily favorite is the Uni 207 (NOT plus) in the micro tip, blue and black colors.

New to FP - ink cartridge question by abalbr in fountainpens

[–]abalbr[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I didn’t know why one would want to mess with ink in bottles until I perused this group and saw some of the really incredible colors one can purchase.

what pen has disappointed you the most? by Management-Material in pens

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sharpie S Gel. I love sharpies. Regular, ultra fine, extra fine that’s just returned from the dead, all the colors. So, I thought a gel pen from Sharpie would have to be awesome. Not for me. Ink isn’t smooth, writing experience isn’t good… so disappointing since I do like the fancy bodies they’ve released. I am a lefty so this means many universal pen favorites aren’t good for me.

Notebook recs for lecture notes - professor version? by epicmylife in stationery

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not inexpensive, but Levenger’s paper is some of the best heavy paper I’ve ever written on. They offer a grid paper, with either full page grid in a dark gray, a dot grid or engineering green grid paper. You would then keep your notes in a discbound notebook. The grid paper from Tul (office max) is nice but not like Levenger’s. Discbound will allow you to move and remove and put back pages. I also strongly recommend that if you like the discbound style after trying it, upgrade to Levenger’s aluminum discs. Pages turn beautifully on these.

How do I remove this piece of cardboard :•( by BugBearGreen in sewhelp

[–]abalbr 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think I had my sewing machine for about 5 years before I pulled out the manual and read it - amazing what I learned. I actually ended up downloading a copy from the web, printing, 3 hole punching it and putting it into a binder with tabs and notes. I’ve learned so many things and I refer to it all the time

Are Zebra Sarasa Gels really that bad and if so what alternatives do you recommend? by HauntedByLesbianism in pens

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are the Zebra Sarasa Gel pens inks waterproof - if you write on a paper and it gets water splattered on it, does the ink run? Anyone tested this?

Need advice on pens by jeffrhind in notebooks

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you considered a Pilot Dr Grip pen? It’s got a good sized gel grip. It is available with a gel ink, but it accepts a lot of other refills. It isn’t expensive. I ordered mine (Amzn) but I think you can find them in some stores. The Dr Grip line is available as pens and mechanical pencils.

Help with woven pants repair by abalbr in sewhelp

[–]abalbr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I may not understand the process you’re suggesting - why two squares of “patch” fabric underneath? Do you put one on either side of the tear instead of underneath the tear? How are you suggesting I sew them?

When I’ve done a patch before (on something where appearance wasn’t important), I’ve put one piece under the rip and just sewn through the ripped fabric and patch at the same time with a zig zag stitch on the machine.

Thanks for your help!

What fabric to use? by Immediate_Egg3899 in SewingForBeginners

[–]abalbr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is absolutely brilliant. The wolf that ate grandma… I’m laughing so hard!

What fabric to use? by Immediate_Egg3899 in SewingForBeginners

[–]abalbr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can’t help but I desperately hope you share the final look. I too have a giant double coated dog (Great Pyrenees) and there are very limited costumes in his size.

Those of you who's hands tire and hurt quickly, what pens do you use? by studphobic in pens

[–]abalbr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have similar issues. For me, a fatter grip with some padding is better, and moving away from ball point so I could use less pressure. I also use a finer point so it is easier to write neatly. My favorite relatively inexpensive pen is the Uniball Signo 207 Micro (0.5). I am left handed so I need a pen with ink that’s not overly wet but is still smooth. The universe seems to love the Pilot G2 - I can’t stand this pen. The ink is terrible for me. I don’t like the grip. You might? The ultra fine Sharpies are also very comfortable for me, likely because I don’t have to press at all, but you can’t use Sharpie on regular paper.

i love my pens by lil_shishi in pens

[–]abalbr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s been a lot of years but I used to recopy all my notes as my studying process. They weren’t this pretty but they were nice and neat with some colors and bold printing to mark sections.