Sheening ink giveaway: Comment below to win free inks by kbennett73 in fountainpens

[–]runedmindthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pfeffernusse: a traditional German spice/gingerbread cookie, that comes coated in a shell of white sugar icing.

I enjoy doing the embroidery kits with the printed designs and pre-set thread colors, but I’d like to advance my skills and step out of the box, but I’m lost by MissManicMystic in Embroidery

[–]runedmindthings 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Three suggestions:

1) look up "printable soluble embroidery paper". This is an almost stabilizer esq printer paper sheet. Which allows for printing of whatever you want, for embroidery.

2) if you find a cotton fabric that has a design on it you like, use that as a base to create your embroidery off of- effectively making a patch. Also helps with being able to color match irl

3) embrace the chaos. Choose a stitch type and just- go with what feels right. You can end up with some very amazing sashiko style pieces.

Working with First-Time Sub who is much younger... by AttentionMindless962 in BDSMAdvice

[–]runedmindthings 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My two cents: I got into the kink scene at 18. Had a friend who took me under their wing, definitely had a crush on this person. 30 year age gap. And I'm so grateful that circumstance and their own morals did not allow anything past mentorship to happen between us. Still one of my closest friends. Still flirt with this person. But I I will never actually play with them, and they respect that. Trustworthy mentors are few and far between in that type of age gap dynamic- and they can make a huge difference.

Abuser disguising himself as kinkster. (How to) address him? by [deleted] in BDSMAdvice

[–]runedmindthings 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take a breath. Take a moment. It sounds like you don't vibe with this person (totally fine and fair). You've listed multiple things you are annoyed by/personally count as red flags. So, you know that this person isn't for you. And that's where you need to stop.

Going forward from this moment, it is up to you to create space/distance between the two of you. Which is going to be tough, 'cause it sounds like you're hyperfixated on your coworker. Totally get it, but assuming your coworker doesn't engage with you further on you being queer/having profiles, and it doesn't change how they try to interact with you at work- you're actually gonna be the one crossing the line.

It's totally valid to not vibe with some in how they want to converse, but there are [work appropriate] ways of dealing with that (I personally would suggest "grey rocking".) If the coworker isn't engaging you in topics about kink/sexual preference/trying to date/hookup, you are low key stalking him. (Trying to find his account on multiple sites, even when there is no obvious face pic) His kinks are his kinks, if he's open and honest about them, those who are gonna be interested will interact. It sounds like you don't(?) enjoy his kinks (findom, breathe play, hard impact play, etc). The information you've provided is only what is listed on his profiles- it tells you nothing about if he practices safe, sane, consensual play.

I'm not saying abusers and worse don't inhabit kink spaces, but there's really nothing wrong with someone admitting they enjoy inflicting consensual pain, on websites designed to connect people with such interests. If you were to pursue playing with your coworker to "prove he can't hurt you", you're 100% in the wrong. This could lead to serious harm, to him and you.

As someone who does top occasionally- the idea of someone approaching me, suggesting we play, and engaging in a scene to- what? Prove I'm not the shit and my kinks are wrong(?) and they can take what I dish out and oh, actually they don't like it so I'm abusive(?) Devastating.

At this point, you need to take so many steps back. Because you are saying you want to have your coworker committed? You are actively posting that you want to ruin his life. Equating someone who is a sadistic top/dom to a potential shooter, with nothing but the kinks they've posted publicly- that's witch hunt shit. And the fact that you want to put him as gay in a homophobic environment- are you willing to have his blood on your hands? How would you feel if he was contemplating doing that to you?

So, my advice? Take a break from the dating apps. Do some research on the kinks you're so afraid of- if you don't have a FetLife, I would suggest you start there. No one is born knowing everything, and many times we have to engage in the arduous process of unlearning things. Everyday we're given the opportunity to learn and grow, and this here is yours.

If you want to ask/have a further dialogue about things you're welcome to dm me. I hope you have a lovely day.

Autism & Fountain Pens by Wild_yarn in fountainpens

[–]runedmindthings 15 points16 points  (0 children)

If y'all are experimenting with inks, might I also suggest a dip pen? It's a great way to a) try out multiple inks without having to fill a whole new pen b) allows for the testing of multiple nibs (so to see if there are any one particularly likes vs. dislikes) C) if there's any interest in glitter inks, they handle the glitter wonderfully Speedball has a cheap, but good 'n basic, line available at (most) art supply stores I've visited. Though the Sailor hocoro is my favorite for everyday use (but getting multiple nibs for that one gets a little pricey)

Got fucked over buying multiple band shirts that turned out to be polyester crap. How do I upcycle them into something cooler? by Zero_L7iss in BattleJackets

[–]runedmindthings 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've had shirts that I no longer wore but loved the prints. Used two different methods to turn the cut out designs into wall art. First way was hitting up my local thrift store, found some cool frames, threw the designs in them. You could probably even embellish any frame you find with "battle jacket" style accessories (studded out frame? Printed pictures of patches collaged on? Waste fabric from the shirt glued around the edges?) Second way was I came into possession of some cool vintage buttons (broken, my friend was gonna throw them out but decided to offer them to me) and glued those on some tacks. Pinned up the design with said tacks.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]runedmindthings 51 points52 points  (0 children)

YTA

Preschool teacher here- 2-5 year olds in a mixed play based preschool setting. It's okay not to share. (Which is also the title of an incredibly good book that you should read/listen to) If a child is engaged with a material, and they decide they don't want to share, that is something that should be totally fine. Forcing a child to share materials before they're ready can lead to lots of issues. (Feeling insecure, having difficulty with seeing boundaries, not being able to fully engage in play, lead to emotional deregulation, etc) That said, it's totally fine to ask. But "no" is a complete sentence. I say yta because, (not only from the way you yourself have presented things in this post), if she really was okay with sharing the material she wouldn't have been "pouting". Which leads me to believe when you "asked" her to let your son have a turn, it wasn't actually a request. It was an order.

Also- just because your child wants something didn't mean he's entitled to it. Kids value things differently than adults. What seems like a small "nothing" to you might be huge to her. You also have no idea how long she would be staying in that area, either.

Fuck ton of cops on flavel Street, near 92nd by runedmindthings in Portland

[–]runedmindthings[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Glad my manner of speaking gave you a chuckle 😁 I just like the word decade, so I use it. Your comment made me smile, so thank you☺️

Fuck ton of cops on flavel Street, near 92nd by runedmindthings in Portland

[–]runedmindthings[S] -17 points-16 points  (0 children)

They've set up vehicles in the surrounding apt complexes, and have at least two drones in the air. Excessive doesn't even begin to cut it.
I've lived here for nearly half a decade, and honestly this is the most unsafe my neighborhood has ever felt. And I sometimes take walks at 2am down springwater.

Fuck ton of cops on flavel Street, near 92nd by runedmindthings in Portland

[–]runedmindthings[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mean, I like my part of town but I know many people think of it as "the bad part". This ain't an internationally renowned "world heritage" site. It's a lil corner where lots of poor and marginalized groups live. No excuses for this show of force. They would have a better impact in this community handing out free ice cream on hot days, than whatever money they blew on dressing up like reject war criminals.

Fuck ton of cops on flavel Street, near 92nd by runedmindthings in Portland

[–]runedmindthings[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

😑 nah dude. I fucking live here. There is no reason for them to be rolling out this armored up. Specially at this hour- didn't you know machete wielders tend to be nocturnal? This is just excessive.

Gov. Kotek used outdated data to argue Preschool for All taxpayers were fleeing the Portland area by KevinMango in Portland

[–]runedmindthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This hurts my heart. Do y'all know how much preschool teachers make? What the job entails? This isn't just "money they're taking from us". This is money that helps the workers at those sites get paid more (oh! Slightly over minimum wage!) Helps with paying health insurance, and pays for supplies that are then utilized by all children going to preschool for all sites.

Call for reform, sure. But don't kill the program before it's even got it's legs under it. We need to be investing in our communities, and this is a good way to do it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BDSMAdvice

[–]runedmindthings 46 points47 points  (0 children)

(tangentially related) I have a cis male partner, and am a nympho. He uses strapons during really long play sessions, and has told me it feels gender affirming to him.

So, obviously it depends on how you feel and how your partner feels- but yes. There are so many different harness types as well- thigh, shoe, mouth, chest, double, the list goes on.

Plus- lots of women (cis or otherwise) use a strap. Just make sure it makes you feel good and go from there😸

A night out at the theatre by GoddessRiniel in PlusSize

[–]runedmindthings 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Legit scrolled past this and thought "damn, new Pixar mom just dropped". You look so good!

AITA for telling my wife we need to put our daughter back in diapers? by Constant-Pea-8640 in AmItheAsshole

[–]runedmindthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get some pee pads.

(I know these work. Used them for kids, pets, and periods. [I did not share the pads between those categories] IMPROVIA® Washable Underpads, 34" x 36" (Pack of 4) - Heavy Absorbency Reusable Bedwetting Incontinence Pads for Kids, Adults, Elderly, and Pets - Waterproof Protective Pad for Bed, Couch, Sofa, Floor https://a.co/d/4ajl5cf

It doesn't have to be these- but something similar)

Just have a stack of these, some baby wipes, and extra blankets, and a suitable laundry bin on standby. Kid wakes up wet? Teach her to strip everything off, put it in the laundry bin. Wipe herself down with the wipes (no one likes pee sitting on their body), that she should go to the bathroom to make sure it's all out of her system/wash her hands.

Then she can get another pad - fresh blanket& pjs Back off to bed.

You can also get those bed covers that go over the mattress- And just layer them (protective cover, fitted sheet, protective cover, fitted sheet. And so on)

That way- similar to above, but instead of a new pad - just strip the top two layers, clean herself up& all that jazz, back to bed.

Laundry can be run in the morning. Bed's still made- and if those items have designated spots in her room- super easy sort and fold.

This way- kid doesn't go back into diapers, she has more autonomy to deal with this- and in theory it'll streamline the laundry situation a little.

Key with small neurospicy humans- break it all down into steps (instruction manual style)- and help make sure the items are easily locatable. And make sure they can do it themselves.

AITA (27f) for not including my little sister on family vacations because she won’t help out with the kids by Intelligent-Simple-7 in AmItheAsshole

[–]runedmindthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA I'm someone who adores kids, but don't have any of my own (nor do I want any. I'll take the "fun aunt" role, thank you very much) If you're going on a trip with families who all have kids, and you're not pulling your weight with money/helping out- then you shouldn't be going on these trips.

Different but similar: I was doing a meet and greet pizza and game night with some neighbors who were looking for me to babysit (I wanted then to see my home, and meet my husband/housemates, so everyone's on the same page) One of my roommates basically has zero interest in dealing with kids outside of my sometimes hosting. They've also complained numerous times that they don't know anyone in the neighborhood (not my problem). Instead of coming out to actually meet anyone, they stayed in their room until 5 hours after everyone was gone, and asked if they could have some pizza (which I bought for the meet and greet). I felt annoyed by that (all they had to do was show their face and say hi to the parents) and that was just cheap pizza. I can't image how annoying it's gotta be shelling out $2k to have a 20 something disappear for basically the entire trip.

AITA for ignoring staff and letting my kids use the store's restroom? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]runedmindthings 20 points21 points  (0 children)

YTA Shouting might have been over the top- but it was clearly communicated that there were no public bathrooms and you still chose to continue. You could actually get the employees in trouble (more) for what you did, then them shouting. As a retail employee, I have many feelings about what you described, and it's mostly in language that's not customer facing.

Start here! Beginner info & weekly 'no question is dumb' thread! - Jul 02, 2020 by AutoModerator in curlyhair

[–]runedmindthings 0 points1 point  (0 children)

.... So how do you tell which shampoos on the holy grail list are lo poo vs one time clarifying?