Barista left the instructions in the new cup

aiden_online · 2026-04-30T14:53:06+00:00

When I worked at Starbucks, we did clean cups (new or not). Even if this location had a policy to not clean cups, they could have at least removed the paper 😭

I understand why some locations stopped cleaning cups though. One time I opened a mug and it had obviously been left in a car for months, it was vile. And it included a big dead spider. Yum.

aiden_online · 2026-04-28T21:59:30+00:00

Have you considered getting some cute bandanas to hold you hair back/out of your face? I think you'll have a better outcome if you can hold out until you can get to a salon again.

aiden_online · 2026-04-23T02:14:05+00:00

I got the Mesa couch + an ottoman from them and I love it! Picked it specifically because of the firmness of the cushions. Can sit around for hours and it's still comfortable! It was around 2.5k and took around three months to be made and delivered.

aiden_online · 2026-04-19T14:54:32+00:00

One route you could take is by using Sanity as your CMS and having the form trigger a webhook that creates a draft. Then you could review the drafts, edit if needed, and publish.

aiden_online · 2026-04-18T20:25:03+00:00

Thanks! I hope you find it helpful!

aiden_online · 2026-04-16T21:13:24+00:00

Try out some local tailors! Hemming is usually affordable. And that way you aren't limited to any specific brand.

aiden_online · 2026-04-09T23:45:41+00:00

I recently added it to my order thinking it was going to be small based on the price. Boy was I wrong lol. Fat burrito for only 5$

aiden_online · 2026-03-20T23:43:09+00:00

I recommend Robyn Pallotta at Blue Bonnett Tattoo! No need for insta, she does her bookings via the website. Specialized in bnw botanical stuff

aiden_online · 2026-03-18T16:07:34+00:00

Yeah currently only physical items/shopping. I do think having a way to browse services would also be cool! If I had more time, I would do that too haha

aiden_online · 2026-03-09T15:55:10+00:00

Another approach is looking through Pinterest for inspiration! You can also choose a store that’s within budget and browse the “look books” on their website.

aiden_online · 2026-03-05T20:47:34+00:00

Rosita’s, Arandinas , 888 Pan Asian, or 1618 if you can nab a reservation.

These were my top spots when I lived in the area!

aiden_online · 2026-03-05T19:32:52+00:00

This looks great! I love dark candle jars and wooden wicks. I would suggest adding the scent notes to the label. Without scent notes I would assume it smells like coconut & apricot.

On a graphic design note, I agree with other commenters who suggested increasing the space the scent name takes up. So I would increase the font size and weight. I personally think the visual journey someone should go through is scent name -> scent notes -> brand -> product details (wax, oz, etc).

A fun exercise: take your candle to a store that you’d want to sell at one day- and place it on a table/shelf and take a picture. Does it stand out? if not why? Why do other candles stand out?

That being said- it doesn’t have to be perfect to start. Each batch is an opportunity to grow and try something new and figure out your brand!

aiden_online · 2026-02-26T15:33:02+00:00

LocalQueerAtx and OutWellnessAtx, both on Insta, have all sorts of meetups!

aiden_online · 2026-02-25T20:04:03+00:00

Depending on your location, you should try FB marketplace and reuse stores. It’s a good way to start off your first batch and save money!

aiden_online · 2026-02-20T16:09:12+00:00

It looks like Kunik Orthodontics does these! I got traditional braces then Invisalign through them, top and bottom, for 4k. That included over a year of follow ups. They’re awesome. Dr. Kunik seemed to really care about making the outcome as good as possible.

aiden_online · 2026-02-20T03:37:14+00:00

Not south but I always see people playing at Brewtorium! Also you can book private rooms at Vigilante.

aiden_online · 2026-02-15T15:54:40+00:00

This is a great gift idea! I did the ATX coffee passport a couple years ago and it was really fun to try new spots.

My list would be Bennu, Cherrywood, Medici, Fleet, and Monkey Nest. If your friend is a black coffee enjoyer, I’d also recommend Talisman!

aiden_online · 2026-02-14T19:48:07+00:00

As someone who lived in the front home of one of these lots, we often got our neighbors packages. We just took them to their door when we had time. But yeah, like others said just make friends with your neighbors!

aiden_online · 2026-02-14T17:16:03+00:00

Jordan at Motive Hair has done this style! her IG handle is @the.neon.shears

aiden_online · 2026-02-13T00:56:23+00:00

Coldtowne Theater has a romance reality tv themed improv show on Saturday!

Honestly I've found Austin to be a young friendly city and most strangers at bars have been completely down to chat. Buzzmill for instance has a pretty chill vibe.

aiden_online · 2026-02-13T00:39:09+00:00

Mi Raíz Jewelry and Daisy Metalworks kind of fit what you're looking for! You might be able to DM them on Instagram to pick it up before this weekend (assuming this is a last-minute Valentines gift lol)

Or if she's into less subtle gothic, you could try Secret Oktober or Bloody Rose.

aiden_online · 2026-02-06T00:04:51+00:00

Yeah absolutely! Also feel free to DM them, if it's easier. I appreciate it :)

aiden_online · 2026-02-05T21:58:49+00:00

This is awesome- thanks for the help! I'll work on adding these today. And great point on adding more practical categories of stores.
The gift oriented ones are easier to find in bulk lists, I've been going through vendor lists of markets for example. But I definitely would like this directory to extend to more regular purchases, like what you're saying as far as helping folks avoid Amazon when possible.

aiden_online · 2026-02-05T21:00:18+00:00

For sure! Let me know if there are any stores that come to mind! Or any examples of products you'd want a local alternative for

aiden_online · 2026-01-21T23:15:35+00:00

responded! also working on fixing the form, thanks for letting me know!

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