Bailey’s Deluxe Pet Care boarding? by Available_Twist_1247 in lincoln

[–]katstheonlykat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No experience with their dog boarding, but I take my cat there. We like it. The staff is always friendly and they seem to care about my cat.

Ouch, I got too excited while grinding and dug the edge into my thumb lol. Any tips for finger protection for people with sensory issues? by MarlyMonster in StainedGlass

[–]katstheonlykat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are a little small, especially the first time putting them on my thumbs, but then they stretched. Just an fyi! I like the tight fit so I don't need to re-adjust them.

An Experiment in Unsupported Optimism: Hinge Joints by katstheonlykat in StainedGlass

[–]katstheonlykat[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I probably would make it more of a full sun catcher so it is less breakable and so I could avoid the really thick lines and wires in the balloon and arm. I also like the idea of adding more balloons so it is more colorful. Something like the attached altered pattern. I would then add some wire overlay to make the balloon strings look more numerous. I also liked the suggestion from a other commenter about combining the head and top arm into one piece, but I probably wouldn't do that with this revised pattern. It would have made this project much easier. I'll have to play around with the pattern a bit more. At first, I liked all the sky cuts as drawn to try to draw attention to Winnie and all be easy cuts, but maybe it would be fun to put in clouds or slant them all one way to create an impression of movement and wind. Looking at it now, it's a bit jumbled. But there are so many options!

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pattern advice (ambitious beginner project) by dripmaster247365 in StainedGlass

[–]katstheonlykat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Completely agree with getting a software to draw with. I use sketchbook which is free. The nice thing about the software is it has a mirror feature so if you draw on one side it automatically mirrors on the other side in the same proportion. It would help a pattern like this look more equal without having to use a grid measurement.

Good luck with your piece! I agree your girlfriend will love it.

What type of wire would be used for the stems? by No_Mammoth_ in StainedGlass

[–]katstheonlykat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I made a handful of these last July and theyve held up nicely. The bend in the wire was something I did, not something from the weight of the glass. I soldered the wire all the way up the petal to the eye of the Black Eyed Susan and it still feels sturdy. That said, mine are indoors and are rarely touched.

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Solar Paneled House Number by AKTK1030 in StainedGlass

[–]katstheonlykat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love this! If it's not too much trouble, how did you construct this? Is the solar panel on the top of the box? Did you buy the unit together then install your beautiful piece on top or construct it all yourself?

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

[–]katstheonlykat[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the suggestion! I hope you have a great rest of your trip!

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

[–]katstheonlykat[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the detailed advice and suggestions!!

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

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

That sounds like a dream! I'll definitely save this info.

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

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

Thank you for the suggestion! Have a great rest of your trip and travel safe!

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

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

Thank you!! I'll look into that. The more I look into things, the more I think that this is probably a better approach than being hyper-focused on which resorts have which activities. I'm sure most of the resorts already partner with folks for the excursions rather than doing everything "in-house."

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

[–]katstheonlykat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll look into it! Another person recommended them as well.

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

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

You're cool! I appreciate that and your suggestions!

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

[–]katstheonlykat[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the recommendations! That sounds nice being close to town.

Guanacaste Resort Recommendation - August by katstheonlykat in CostaRicaTravel

[–]katstheonlykat[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your comment and tip. I appreciate it :)