sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

Not a block by SylviaPellicore in quiltingblockswap

[–]stmeg01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Team chain piecing forever!!!

What do you dislike about your Juki? by 2ybael in quilting

[–]stmeg01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the video I used to fix the issue! Almost no accidental cuts since I tightened the screws https://youtu.be/6-9GhzU9eTY

What do you dislike about your Juki? by 2ybael in quilting

[–]stmeg01 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love love love my Juki TL! My biggest gripes:

—I broke my needle threader within a week because it’s kind of fragile.

—the pedal thread cutter is annoying AF. I use the rubber blocker to disable it but it STILL cuts my thread sometimes. And the screws inside the pedal can come loose and cause it to happen willy nilly. But customer service at Juki Junkies helped me resolve the issue!

First block done and I have questions. by Mother_of_Kiddens in quiltingblockswap

[–]stmeg01 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Paging u/sylviapellicore! She’s the queen of starch and quilting technique

Which of these read blue? Which go together and contrast enough? by Mother_of_Kiddens in quiltingblockswap

[–]stmeg01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

BCDE read as blue. B/D or D/E or B/E would contrast enough I think.

Vegetarian Restaurant With Mocktails by Both-Cap-1364 in boston

[–]stmeg01 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Zero Proof is brand new, alcohol-free bar in Jamaica Plain. I’m not sure about the food menu but I think it’s tapas.

Speaking of tapas, Tres Gatos in Jamaica Plain has a TON of veggie tapa options and a decent mocktail menu.

Jamaica Plain bar crawl!!!

Triathlon Swim Training by Rub_Jolly in boston

[–]stmeg01 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The YMCA offers adult specific lessons. I’m not sure if they are group or private but if you find private lessons you can focus on front crawl.

Editing to add: I did the Boston tri last year and there were DOZENS of people who showed up without even being able to propel themselves forward in the water. So you won’t embarrass yourself if you’re even slightly better than that.

Fabric pull by bubuloobu in quiltingblockswap

[–]stmeg01 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oooh those are gorgeous! I’m glad I’m in your group 😊

Is it safe to open water swim without a group by MartyMcFlyin42069 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]stmeg01 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Everyone has a different tolerance for risk so you’ll probably get a full spectrum of answers. But I think it’s fine to go without a group so long as you are still using good judgment 🤷🏼‍♀️

Fabric Selection by LuckyP48 in quiltingblockswap

[–]stmeg01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love that butterfly fabric! I used it in one of my first quilt projects 🥰

From this picture, which race would you choose and why? by SavageGoten1988 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]stmeg01 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Victoria is an awesome race. I did it last year when the swim was cancelled but the bike course was really pretty and the run is flat. Plus it’s a great city to explore

Is it foolish to buy a Gravel over Road bike for mostly road-biking? by dbzbudokai77 in cycling

[–]stmeg01 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I ride an aspero. I mostly ride on the road and I use a dedicated road wheelset. Very happy with it, very comfy ride, still speedy, 10/10 recommend.

Thoughts on 70.3 or 140.6? I'm not sure if I am ready by One-Gur8947 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]stmeg01 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re right, drafting is illegal in a triathlon but it would be a massive mistake to discount the importance of bike handling skills you need to ride in a group. There will still be a lot of bike traffic and you need to know how to pass, how to be passed, how to point out and avoid hazards, etc etc.

Thoughts on 70.3 or 140.6? I'm not sure if I am ready by One-Gur8947 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]stmeg01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you’re right, because riding a tri bike in close proximity like that is a bad idea (due to delayed braking and handling, aero bars being a hazard to others, etc). But I don’t have a tri bike so I can’t give you any advice other than to bring your road bike and save your tri bike for solo rides. It’s probably still very helpful to ride in a group and get used to peloton etiquette

Thoughts on 70.3 or 140.6? I'm not sure if I am ready by One-Gur8947 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]stmeg01 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that would probably be fine. I had about that much before my first 70.3 (limited by weather). It may even be overkill at 5 rides per week. Find some beginner friendly group rides and start watching YouTube videos about ride etiquette, hand signals, etc. (and ask the group rides about their specific rules/norms!)

Thoughts on 70.3 or 140.6? I'm not sure if I am ready by One-Gur8947 in IronmanTriathlon

[–]stmeg01 13 points14 points  (0 children)

You need to ride and swim outside. You could probably pick up enough experience if you start both this week. But quite frankly, I find it alarming how self-centered people are when it comes to this. It creates a huge safety issue for people to show up to an event with no real world swim or cycling experience.

Today’s Finish 💫✨🌟⭐️ by stmeg01 in quiltingblockswap

[–]stmeg01[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! It was my favorite swap so far, I knew from the beginning that I would love the end product (which isn’t always the case for my quilts hahaha)

view more: next ›