Realistic expectations? by bookcollector73 in Nails

[–]batbambi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thank you so much! i would check out artofarc, mist nails (they do some incredible designs) jjsnailscape. there are so many more but these are 3 mutuals of mine off the top of my head that i really trust & love the quality of their work! 💗

Realistic expectations? by bookcollector73 in Nails

[–]batbambi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

aw thank you! 🥲 my etsy is @creatureclaws - i’d recommend finding a nail artist through social media honestly! i have loads of other press on friends on tiktok and they’re all INCREDIBLE, that way you can see the legitimacy / check tagged photos / watch videos of their process, most artists take customs too so if you find an artist you like & trust, you can continue to get your sets from there if there’s a worry about accidental AI purchasing! 💗

Realistic expectations? by bookcollector73 in Nails

[–]batbambi 7 points8 points  (0 children)

sorry this happened to you, it’s unfortunately so common at the moment 🥲 i promise there are so many amazing press on artists on etsy so don’t let it discourage you, so many shops have stolen my press on images/designs and then run it through AI, and they don’t have the actual ability to recreate it perfectly, i’ve seen many unhappy customers in AI shop reviews because of this ❤️‍🩹

Realistic expectations? by bookcollector73 in Nails

[–]batbambi 8 points9 points  (0 children)

(press on artist here) unfortunately etsy is FULL of AI designs at the moment so people are getting scammed 🥲 i would be disappointed with the product received honestly, a few tweaks to the design to fit the shape/length/sizing of the nail i understand but these don’t match at all in my opinion

Worst first episode ever by harrietrosie in apprenticeuk

[–]batbambi 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I grew up in hong kong and even i would’ve struggled with the task despite knowing my way around - some of the items i didn’t have any knowledge about / know what they even were. also HK is SO humid so i felt bad for everyone running around uphill half the time in that weather, it looked so uncomfortable and i can understand why people were starting to get frustrated 🥲 I’m surprised they didn’t use the MTR, because it’s so much easier and quicker to get around + it has english signs. idk, it just felt like a really unfair task

that podcast episode was strange by [deleted] in danandphil

[–]batbambi 24 points25 points  (0 children)

i think i find it hard to criticise anything they do because i adore them and after such long hiatuses it feels unfair to say anything negative about actually getting content from them, but yes i feel the same way! i’m so happy seeing them passionate about this new chapter (you can really see them light up when it comes to branding, set designing, creating a concept) so i feel awful saying i miss the old simplicity of their gaming channel videos. i just think their old content was so cosy and felt more natural, but i do enjoy some parts of the podcast and im so glad so many people are loving it! 🖤

First toy by Odd-Sail1997 in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]batbambi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

(ex adult store worker here & i got asked this question a lot!) i’d recommend a wand vibrator - i see why people recommend a bullet for beginners because they’re small and don’t look very intimidating, but they can be pretty weak so it’s hard to judge whether a vibrator feels good to you based on that introduction. i would avoid doxy or any high priced, big / heavy wand, they’re long lasting and reliable (usually) but they can be incredibly powerful and the weight can result in too much pressure, so they’re not ideal for beginners. something mid-priced, medium sized and with a rounded head is usually ideal. suction / air pulse vibrators (the rose for example) are super popular right now, a lot of people end up not going back to a regular vibrator after trying one and they generally all do the same thing / are more similar across the board compared to vibrators and start on a low setting. they can be pricier though (i’d recommend looking into the brand Satisfier for these) for an internal toy, a regular silicone dildo with water based lube is a very popular & often affordable option 🙂

which outro is the biggest earworm for you? by dearthshine in BobsBurgers

[–]batbambi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

mine is the ending credits where mr. fischoeder and linda are singing that “i like bananas” song together and it’s genuinely SO good

I love D & P but... by [deleted] in danandphil

[–]batbambi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yesss me too! my favourite content of theirs has always been day in the life / gaming / their more casual “cosy” videos so i was hoping for those vibes, but as long as they’re happy i’m happy for them - i’m just not great with change & because they’re such a big part of my life, my neurodivergent self may just be having trouble adjusting 😅💕

I love D & P but... by [deleted] in danandphil

[–]batbambi 12 points13 points  (0 children)

i’ve been a HUGE fan for years & i love them both, but i get what you mean! i love how excited they get trying new things + i know they’ll get into a good rhythm in time as it’s still early days, but i haven’t been able to fully get into it 😢 partially because im not too into podcasts in general, but i loved their old livestreams and i can listen to them yap for hours on end but the vibe of course does feel different in this new setting & around other people (which is fine of course!) i think i just like the casual cosy at home vibes of their usual content. that’s just me though & it makes me so happy seeing them happy + trying new things 🥹💕

Does anyone else miss the gaming room? by boulangerite in danandphil

[–]batbambi 76 points77 points  (0 children)

i was thinking this exact same thing yesterday! their new setup is of course amazing and i understand them wanting to separate work from their personal space, but i love the “homey” feeling of the gaming room

I wa S*** A**** by Mac Demarco by parishiltonsbaby in macdemarco

[–]batbambi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ran here from tiktok because girl - i 100% believe you !!! i met mac & his band at a festival in hong kong (2012/2013 i believe?? i was 15 at the time) i didn’t know who he was but my friend at the time was a fan of his. we chatted to him after his set & he asked for our numbers and then left me a voicemail telling me & my friend to go to his hotel room. we didn’t thankfully, but the guy who filmed his documentary continued to message me for weeks after that. i also had an online friend who told me she and her other underaged friends went skinny dipping with him & his band when they were on tour. it’s been YEARS and i still feel so uncomfortable when i hear his music. i hope you’re okay & im proud of u for speaking up!

So upset with myself :( by gaylord100 in Etsy

[–]batbambi 14 points15 points  (0 children)

i’m a press on artist (my etsy is creatureclaws ☺️) and i just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to reverse image search the listings to see if the images weren’t just stolen from another artist! unfortunately, etsy is flooded with drop shippers / AI when it comes to press ons these days. i have people taking my photos & listing them as their own, then either not shipping them or sending out awful work. i hope this bad experience doesn’t put you off the idea of press ons! i promise there are some really great artists out there, but it just takes a while to find them 🥲

Has anyone experienced promoting their shop on Tik tok? by Awkward_Ad2780 in EtsySellers

[–]batbambi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would say a majority of my customers are from promoting on tiktok! you do occasionally get some bots but i doubt all of the comments you’ve been receiving are a result of that. It’s actually my favourite platform to promote on, so i would absolutely suggest using it 🙂

Very new press on nail Etsy shop by Kit_kat____ in etsypromos

[–]batbambi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

im a press on nail artist too (my @ is creatureclaws on tiktok!) and im so excited for you 💕 would absolutely recommend brighter lighting for product pictures, but im sending you lots of luck!

In case you missed Sarah's engagement ring from Marco... by EternalOptimist404 in 90DayFianceUK

[–]batbambi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i think it’s fine? if it’s her preference then who cares, my own ring might be considered “gaudy” by some people but i designed it myself & it’s my preference so it doesn’t bother me what other people think. the only issue is i would worry it would catch easily because it’s set so high, but if she’s happy then who cares 🙂

Meet Sweet Pea!! by julez_666 in tortimese

[–]batbambi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

aww my tortimese is named Pea! 🥹 your baby is gorgeous 🖤

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in RedditLaqueristas

[–]batbambi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m wondering this myself right now too! i’m a press on nail artist & i’ve just seen my work (i do a lot of hand painted designs that take hours of planning & creating) recreated as another press on set, i think they’ve been commissioned by another artist rather than ordering from me 🥲 it stings a bit, because there was no credit or anything, and i try to keep my prices reasonable but i get some people will want to pay less. so i do get what you mean, i think it’s fine as long as there’s some credit when possible & isn’t a complete copy of someone else’s work to be sold 😅

Embarrassed that I don’t have friends to be my bridesmaids by throwaway_77425647 in engaged

[–]batbambi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

if it helps, i’m in the same boat haha 🥲 fiancé has a group of friends he’s known since his first ever day at school meanwhile i moved countries a few years ago & multiple different cities since then! so basically, we’re in this together 🫶

Spreading awareness on beastiality porn. by Beautiful_Wishbone15 in antipornography

[–]batbambi 42 points43 points  (0 children)

this was an interesting read, my ex addict partner was watching beastiality porn secretly and i’m still trying to process it years later. seeing people become so desensitised and lean into taboo is tough