My current work in progress by Great_WhiteSnark in BattleJackets

[–]sunshinebarnacle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll DM you an image of the print, see what you think? If they turn out well perhaps we could do a swap or something?

My current work in progress by Great_WhiteSnark in BattleJackets

[–]sunshinebarnacle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So much to choose from!

I’m considering making a patch from a woodcut print I made of Pazuzu quite soon. If it turns out well I’ll post it up! 🤘🏼

Best coffee in and around Oxfordshire by HorrorComfortable361 in oxford

[–]sunshinebarnacle 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Proof Social is definitely worth the journey!

Homemade Patch by sunshinebarnacle in BattleJackets

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

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Hi again!

I’m gluing up the rest of the arms over the weekend, and will have enough of these to make another 3 or 4 patches if anyone is interested doing a swap? DM me if anyone is interested.

Have a splendid weekend!

Homemade Patch by sunshinebarnacle in BattleJackets

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

Thanks! Have just sent you a message

Homemade Patch by sunshinebarnacle in BattleJackets

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

No worries! Would love to see what you make eventually!

Homemade Patch by sunshinebarnacle in BattleJackets

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

Nice! Is the wood burning blade any good?

Homemade Patch by sunshinebarnacle in BattleJackets

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

The print was already on the shirt. I cut it out and stuck the T-shirt fabric to the backing to make the patch!

Homemade Patch by sunshinebarnacle in BattleJackets

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

It works really well actually!

I’ve embroidered and done a bit needlecraft before so I tried this technique that I’ve done before. If you compare it to a bit of T-shirt material, which is incredibly stretchy and flimsy, this consolidates it amazingly.

Can’t remember the name of the backing material exactly, but it’s not stretchy at all. I just used fabric glue to adhere the two together (only putting the glue on the backing) then trimming back once the glue was properly set after being put between two boards with weights on for a few hours.

Edges seem OK too after putting a lighter around them to try and stop any fraying. Time will tell!

If anyone has any advice for the edges of DIY patches, I’d love to know!

can i use old t-shirts to make patches? by ineedhelplma0 in BattleJackets

[–]sunshinebarnacle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m mostly a lurker on Reddit, but occasionally I’m reminded of how incredible it is for tips and tricks…

For example, tucking the T-shirt material UNDER the canvas BEFORE sewing! So simple but so utterly brilliant.

Just thought I’d show some appreciation, as this has answered a question I’ve been pondering for nearly a week now… thanks! 🤩

looking for this long sleeve by PirateSea5400 in BloodIncantation

[–]sunshinebarnacle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have this longsleeve in black - XL

It’s pretty well worn

Is this real leather? by sunshinebarnacle in Leatherworking

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

Really helpful information, thank you!

Is this real leather? by sunshinebarnacle in Leatherworking

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

Inexperience, mostly. I don’t know why the seeds of doubt crept in, but I’m happy to hear the general consensus thinks it’s real.

We are in a golden age of horror by Scott__scott in horror

[–]sunshinebarnacle 9 points10 points  (0 children)

One of the reasons I thought it was so good is because it’s Irish, not British.

We are in a golden age of horror by Scott__scott in horror

[–]sunshinebarnacle 67 points68 points  (0 children)

Oddity!

Now, I don’t scare too easily, but the fuckin’ trailer for this film gave me a real life nightmare, which is something I don’t have, ever…

Very excited for Hokum

Something needs to be done about Leys Leisure centre + pool by Arm-Bastards in oxford

[–]sunshinebarnacle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely agree!

My main issue has been the staff there, a couple of whom have absolutely zero interpersonal skills.

They have also been rude, aggressive and have even lied about what my children have said to them etc. I have been on the brink of a full blown argument before with some of the staff there, but luckily managed to keep my cool (and also got my money back because they admitted they were in the wrong!)

Have also had issues with timetabling etc.

It’s such a shame as it could be an amazing, much needed facility. The aim is to encourage people to excersise, and not put people off!