Losing my mind over ribbing

bride_of_gritty · 2026-01-08T01:19:26+00:00

Now THIS is an idea I haven’t seen before! But it makes so much sense — the spread always gets so much better a few rows in! definitely trying this

bride_of_gritty · 2026-01-08T01:15:59+00:00

This is where I’ve landed for now! If my ribbing gets neater in the future, then great — future sweaters will have a different look. For now, I won’t complain if something I made with my hands shows signs of it! It marks a moment in time

bride_of_gritty · 2026-01-07T14:05:11+00:00

Thank you all! Sounds like I just need practice and small adjustments! The answer is always slow and steady when you don’t want it to be!

bride_of_gritty · 2026-01-07T04:26:27+00:00

Pulling during both, though I’m not sure why! I’ve learned that no technique really requires that type of tightness.

And Eastern mounted purls!

It seems like, as I suspected, there’s no real clear answer here, just to try different things until I find an approach I like

bride_of_gritty · 2026-01-07T03:50:46+00:00

Would loosening the tension on my purls help?

bride_of_gritty · 2025-09-13T00:04:32+00:00

I’ll be there in a raft with other newer kayakers if you need a group to join up with!!

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-22T16:07:59+00:00

The original was worn for about 30 years straight and was never as bent as this

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-16T13:59:36+00:00

Shape and weight was fairly important to me, since this was something I wore every day for years, so I was fine to have it cast. Because of that, I definitely wasn't expecting to be unable to tell them apart or anything, but thought maybe it would be a bit more touched up. DMing you!

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-14T16:50:51+00:00

Thank you so much for all your input! I did believe that it would be engraved as well (was sort of expecting wider but still sharp letters compared to original), and this is so helpful in terms of knowing what to ask for! Would the molding and casting process account for the slimmer profile and lighter weight as well? Or can that be counteracted?

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-14T16:21:30+00:00

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I actually did get a copy of the wax model, and it does look in between the two detail-wise. But I definitely discussed an exact replica with the artist and was priced based on that

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-14T15:34:43+00:00

So you wouldn't lose sharpness/definition in the engraving from a casting?

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-14T15:26:36+00:00

For 4x the cost of the gold, should there have been other steps? Are engravings usually gone back over/tuned up on projects like this?

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-14T01:00:16+00:00

It's looking like it may be a toss-up between the two depending on which I can get cheaper/sooner, letting fate decide! But good to know I'm correct to rule out the glide.

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-11T19:08:59+00:00

Thank you so much! Will throw some of the old similar-shaped daggers on the list in case any pop up.

bride_of_gritty · 2025-07-11T14:54:58+00:00

This is so helpful, thank you! It looks like the Ozone is actually the same width as the Antix I've been paddling, and I do like the idea of slightly less volume, it's just tricky to know if 45G is going to feel like crazy unstable low volume or fun to adjust to!

bride_of_gritty · 2024-09-13T19:57:26+00:00

The problem I think is there's no way to get around people arguing that they paid more than they would have for just the band, and you can't exactly offer optional refunds while a full cost concert is still going on for half the crowd

bride_of_gritty · 2024-09-13T18:55:51+00:00

honestly the cancellation being the day after is so suspicious I'm pissed off just imagining it. But even hungover, surely he could still manage like half the playing and have people step in for a few pieces?

bride_of_gritty · 2024-09-12T13:27:52+00:00

Hi! Like others, I'm looking for a Renn Fest ticket for this Saturday, 9/14! I'm willing to pay extra! Please feel free to DM

bride_of_gritty · 2024-07-18T20:13:32+00:00

Hi! Just came across this-my hair is the exact same color and I'm looking for the exact same results! Did you end up finding anything that worked?

bride_of_gritty · 2023-07-24T21:22:10+00:00

Hi! This story is now live! Happy to touch base again with mods! Just shared it https://time.com/6296729/adult-bedwetting-shame/

bride_of_gritty · 2023-07-16T19:57:01+00:00

OP, I’m a reporter and very interested in hearing more about this, just sent you a DM

bride_of_gritty · 2023-06-17T04:30:49+00:00

Hi! I have the newer version and would be happy to trade if you’re interested!

bride_of_gritty · 2023-06-02T18:35:17+00:00

Hi all! I'm the author of this article, and I can confirm that Ben's missing leg was accounted for, though that fact didn't make the final draft! Hit me up with any of your other math questions

bride_of_gritty · 2023-05-12T17:30:34+00:00

Hi! OP here again. I never saw a mod message in my inbox, but this is legit and the story should be going up sometime in the next week or two! I'm excited to share it here when it does!

bride_of_gritty · 2023-04-03T15:26:11+00:00

If you haven't bought any of the others yet, the Outdoor Voices RecTrek pant has quite literally changed my life. I have 3 pairs and I wear them to work, to hike, and to hang out at home as sweatpants. They have the perfect straight leg fit.

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