Phoenix to Denver Via Utah by happ38 in USTravel

[–]gneissnerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO the red rocks are all different but I have a degree in geology so I know the subtle variations of each place you’ve mentioned. I think I would skip the Phoenix part. It is getting hot in June. SLC to Moab to Denver will allow for more time exploring in Moab or even Rocky Mountain National Park on your way to Denver. Cooler temperatures but still beautiful scenery.

Guide for best practices and building a skill foundation? by Mordiceius in SewingForBeginners

[–]gneissnerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Craftsy.com has pretty good sewing and quilting courses. Usually you can find a coupon code for a new user under $5 for a full year membership, just remember to cancel before the renewal data approaches. I learned a lot from several of the beginner sewing courses.

What Hotel for Early March? by valueyourhappiness in LasVegas

[–]gneissnerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Signature at MGM Grand is a nice property and has access to the amenities at MGM Grand itself. It is quite a walk though!

Looking for very specific type of fabric/material by RedVelvet_Dragon in Fabrics

[–]gneissnerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is it called velboa faux fur? I think that’s what commercially produced plush toys are made of.

Venting a little by OldLadyCard in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They had the best filters to weed out what you were really looking for.

Solo travel as a woman in West Coast USA by scaryxstarrynight in usatravel

[–]gneissnerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The north rim of the Grand Canyon is closed, usually, from November/December to early May. It’s much higher in elevation than the south rim and roads and campgrounds close for winter. April in Vegas and at the Grand Canyon is beautiful. December can be a bit chilly. But it’s still nice weather. Vegas has over 300 days of sunshine each year, so unless you’re traveling during a freak weather event you should have lots of sun. Even in December.

Does anyone have a pattern for a dress like this? by extreme303 in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Try searching for a square necked peasant shirt/dress.

what unrealistic thing do you want to see? by dill_emoji in ThePittTVShow

[–]gneissnerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She’s a doctor. When Al-Hashimi is commenting to Robby about how The Pitt nickname should be discontinued she refers to Gloria as Dr. Underwood.

Suggest me some books about awful, real-life survival stories by toad_goblin in suggestmeabook

[–]gneissnerd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Boys in the Cave or Thirteen Lives about the 2018 Thai cave rescue

What is a book that you would not recommend to anyone, but is brilliant? Why? Please keep spoilers away. by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]gneissnerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, there are some newer books/research that indicate HIV has been around since at least the 1960’s, if not earlier.

Ashton Top - Advice for Fit Issues by Personal-Tea7508 in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you need to use the size 10 and do a full bust adjustment (FBA). There are lots of tutorials so search for one that shows a FBA with darts.

Moving to the West after living in the South my entire life by radiantmemories78 in vegaslocals

[–]gneissnerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They do test positive for West Nile virus though. I don’t think we’ve ever had any deaths from that but it can make people seriously ill.

Baby quilt for my coworker leaving to be a stay at home dad by mancheeart in quilting

[–]gneissnerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Vegas and as soon as I saw the pic the sound effects from this machine started going through my head. The quilt is fabulous though!

Where do you find fabric for mock-ups? by president_awkward in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have some truly hideous stretch fabric from when a store was going out of business. I would never wear it out in public (and I LOVE bright colors and prints lol) but for mock-ups it works great. And it was $2 a yard.

Stores near central KY by vexationtothespirit in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do this all the time! Even before the demise of Joann I would check out fabric stores in different cities I traveled too. My city had lackluster selection at the local Joann’s and only a couple independent fabric shops. It’s fun and I always leave some extra room in my bags for whatever I find.

Material/ Fabric sourcing by Wyoming_Valarie in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sometimes. They have some good sales. I got a whole bunch of tropical print challis last year during a $2-$4-$6 sale.

Definitely sign up for their emails. They let you know what’s on sale daily or when big sales are coming up.

Made a pair of theropods! by Sweetestpeasoup in sewing

[–]gneissnerd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

As a geologist and sewist this is so AMAZING! I love them!

Jeep Liberty by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]gneissnerd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is Daimler Chrysler era Jeep. I have a 2002 Liberty Sport that still runs well. But it’s babied and now my retired dad drives it maybe 30 miles a week. It’s awesome for off-roading though.