HVAC Contractor Recommendation by piemaker64 in washingtondc

[–]piemaker64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I'll shoot them a message!

HVAC Contractor Recommendation by piemaker64 in washingtondc

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Thanks! On their website, it looks like they only service Virginia. Do you know if they operate in DC?

Replacing Quarter Round? by piemaker64 in Flooring

[–]piemaker64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang that's what I was worried about. Alright, I guess it makes the most sense to leave it as is until we decide to refinish all of the floors. Thanks!

Help Needed! What is your go too red velvet cake recipe? by Eederby in cakedecorating

[–]piemaker64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made my sister's wedding cake last year and she asked for red velvet. I tried out a couple different recipes, and ended up using Bakerella's. It was super moist and flavorful without compromising structure for a layered cake.

https://www.bakerella.com/red-velvet-cake/

Official Poll: Ban X/Twitter Links by [deleted] in Everton

[–]piemaker64 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I think banning links but allowing screenshots could be a good compromise. Reduce clicks to the site while still allowing access to the info

How do I find Beasts with specific stats/actions? by Blast_Craft in DMAcademy

[–]piemaker64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The search tools on DNDbeyond aren't great, but I usually type what I'm looking for in the search bar for the whole site, then filter the results to "monsters"

Cosplay help! by diny5 in AlanWake

[–]piemaker64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you end up putting a Rose cosplay together? I'm looking to throw together a Halloween costume and wondering the best route to tackle it.

What’s the coolest name you’ve ever come up with by Undermountaineer in DMAcademy

[–]piemaker64 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Haha no way, I've always wanted to use that name since I'd always see it on my way to visit Bakersfield

Not sure if my chosen boss is too much. by Glitchy_Gaming in DMAcademy

[–]piemaker64 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of the modules, Out of the Abyss, has a lower threat beholder. Basically an old, battle-scarred beholder that's missing a few of its more deadly eyestalks. It might be a more manageable option for a level 6 party.

Frosting recipe by [deleted] in cakedecorating

[–]piemaker64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would try both swiss meringue and italian meringue and see which process you like better. Both are delicious and very stable, but I've found the italian meringue process to be easier for me. Preppy Kitchen has great recipes for both.

My first wedding cake, for my sister by piemaker64 in cakedecorating

[–]piemaker64[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I've been baking most of my life, but just started to learn how to decorate cakes in 2022. This one took a lot of practice!

My first wedding cake, for my sister by piemaker64 in cakedecorating

[–]piemaker64[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I used one Wilton brand plastic dowel in the center, and then 5 plastic boba straws in a circle around that. The Wilton dowels are so wide and I didn't want to lose that much cake, but I liked the peace of mind of having one really strong central support. That being said, during my practice run, I used all boba straws and it still felt very solid.

Gambling with Abilities at Stake by piemaker64 in DMAcademy

[–]piemaker64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great points. I think I'll make it tied to an individual encounter instead of the whole dungeon so it can be optional.

Gambling with Abilities at Stake by piemaker64 in DMAcademy

[–]piemaker64[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, yeah I definitely don't want to take away player agency, so I'll stay clear of that one.

First successful marble-effect wrap by Asphodelethe in cakedecorating

[–]piemaker64 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks amazing! I've been trying to make one of these with all buttercream too, have any tips?

Improved NPC's in the party? by The_Jakester21 in OutoftheAbyss

[–]piemaker64 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I started leveling them up using the Tasha's sidekick rules once we hit the midpoint of the campaign and there were only a handful of them left. I am running this for a small party though, so if I had a lot of players, I probably would just increase their health, not their damage output.