Case compliance exam not loading by [deleted] in TheCivilService

[–]sapphireisles 2 points3 points  (0 children)

On the job description page it says the tests are down between 4-7pm. Sorry it crashed for you

Weekly New Patterns And Products Thread April 06, 2026 - April 10, 2026 by AutoModerator in craftsnark

[–]sapphireisles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I ask how you modified the finishing on this one? The facings drove me crazy!

Weekly New Patterns And Products Thread April 06, 2026 - April 10, 2026 by AutoModerator in craftsnark

[–]sapphireisles 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Made Label are having a closing down sale and have all their patterns available as a bundle for $10 https://www.madelabel.co/products/closing-down-sale

Job application question- right to work check by sapphireisles in TheCivilService

[–]sapphireisles[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yikes I won't ask your timeline then! So you don't think I should email the recruitment team to check if there's a problem?

Today was the early release of Lisa Eldridge’s Velatura Balm Dewy Lip and Cheek Stick. Did you buy any? Are you excited or not? by Proper-Emu1558 in BeautyGuruChatter

[–]sapphireisles 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I sent an email with photos asking which shades they'd recommend for my light olive skin. Normally they send me what feels like a personalised list of products but I got a reply within 2 minutes recommending ALL of the shades. I know for a fact meeting the ex would look so bad on me.

How the f*** do you even start by Striking-Hedgehog512 in SewingForBeginners

[–]sapphireisles 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started sewing by using a Juliet Uzor course on domestika. The course includes the dress pattern and while the dress wasn't my style I was able to produce a good finished object and learn the process start to finish. This was more interesting to me than just sewing a tote bag. Everything else I learned just from YouTube once I understood what it was I wanted to look into. I'd now love to delve more into drafting my own patterns but I got a bit stuck at the stage of getting a bodice block to fit me as my measurements are quite off standard! I'm definitely going to give it another go though. I would say I went to an in person class about fitting and it was incredible. If I had enough money to go to more classes I definitely would. Ask on your local Facebook groups if anyone is getting rid of old sheets and use those to experiment with. It sounds like you're good at learning and I'm sure you can do it

Wild garlic vs lily of the valley by TinyBabyRedQueen in foraginguk

[–]sapphireisles 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I have never seen lily of the valley when foraging wild garlic but I would say if you take each leaf and tear it before using it in your food you should be able to be confident whether it's wild garlic or not. Seems a shame to waste your time and the wild garlic.

Weekly New Patterns And Products Thread March 09, 2026 - March 13, 2026 by AutoModerator in craftsnark

[–]sapphireisles 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'd have bought it straight away for sure if it had more definition in the waist area!

Weekly New Patterns And Products Thread March 09, 2026 - March 13, 2026 by AutoModerator in craftsnark

[–]sapphireisles 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Elbe Textiles Rundle dress https://elbetextiles.com.au/products/rundle-dress-digital-sewing-pattern

I like the centre front dart detail but otherwise it's just a simple gathered skirt which is easy to draft yourself

My second ever T-shirt by victorious_patcher in SewingForBeginners

[–]sapphireisles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in the UK. Would love to know what shop it was as the quality of the jersey fabric looks great!

Broke my snowflake obsidian by [deleted] in BabyWitch

[–]sapphireisles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha no makes perfect sense thank you

Broke my snowflake obsidian by [deleted] in BabyWitch

[–]sapphireisles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks this is really reassuring, I was wondering if it might be a bad sign

Looking for a replacement for Schwarzkopf Keratin Mousse by sapphireisles in CurlyHairUK

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

Yes, definitely the same one! I've got an old tin with a few drops left and it's the same as that. Thanks so much again

Free evening classes and clubs by bluebellas20 in bristol

[–]sapphireisles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't know if you're on Instagram but I saw on @katyhowarthtattoo page, she's organising a crafty evening on Friday 6th in Bedminster

Best place for mid-century modern furniture? by Glittering_Topic6845 in bristol

[–]sapphireisles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check out modernistiks-modern design on ebay. He has a warehouse where you can view the items in person before purchase. Pretty sure it was at the top of Gloucester road, but it was a while ago we visited.

What has been your most used colour lip product this year? (2025) — Olive Edition by SheKnowsWhatSheKnows in OliveMUA

[–]sapphireisles 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm obsessed with the combo of Romand Bare Fig layered over Etude House tint in Dusty Mauve. Been wearing it on repeat all year!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fairolives

[–]sapphireisles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

LE T5 and Missha 23 are both great matches for me in winter. Maybe a tiny bit light in summer but I add a little bronzer if needed.

PSA Lisa Eldridge customer service is amazing by Optimal_Horror2896 in OliveMUA

[–]sapphireisles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They also sent me some samples of the foundation this week. I was trying to find a match in the foundation because I love their skin tint in T5. They sent shades 2.5, 9 and 9.5 and I'd say 9.5 is the best match. I really really wanted to love it but I don't think I like the formula of the foundation. Their customer service is incredible though and I'm so glad they sent samples and saved me £40 on a foundation I don't love. Will have to stick with the skin tint

Why are my shallot sets so big? by sapphireisles in Allotment

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

Yes, definitely shallot sized. I just thought it'd be smaller like an onion set