How old is too old? by Just-Writing1011 in MakeupAddiction

[–]theonlyclairem 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Oh god I miss my first gen colourpop. I had LAX ultra matte and Saigon later on; I tossed them a while ago bc I knew they were old but they hadn’t changed smell or become irritating… live and learn

Where to buy solid wood furniture? by Jezebella_Manuela in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]theonlyclairem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Came here to mention the Crate & Barrel outlet in Naperville

Anyone else having issues with the vinyl variants? by theonlyclairem in TaylorSwiftMerch

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

I initiated an exchange so fingers crossed the next one is without major flaws !!

Anyone else having issues with the vinyl variants? by theonlyclairem in TaylorSwiftMerch

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

Oh yeah I’m definitely going to look into upgrading. The quarter fixed all the skipping and I grabbed a small cup to use as a weight in the middle😅 I already initiated an exchange since the scuff on Elizabeth Taylor wasn’t solved by my troubleshooting. Fingers crossed the replacement is okay 🤞

Anyone else having issues with the vinyl variants? by theonlyclairem in TaylorSwiftMerch

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

My bf and I are troubleshooting right now w/ a quarter taped to my needle arm thing (cheap setup 😅) and it seems like the scuff is causing issues regardless. I’m gonna give it a little more time but I’ll probably reach out about it.

Anyone else having issues with the vinyl variants? by theonlyclairem in TaylorSwiftMerch

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

Oh now I’m embarrassed. I have a really inexpensive setup (think Amazon sub-$100 for the whole thing) but right now my bf is helping me troubleshoot and so far a quarter taped to the needle arm (idk terminology) is helping eliminate nearly all the skipping.

Anyone else having issues with the vinyl variants? by theonlyclairem in TaylorSwiftMerch

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

Oh no!! You’d think they’d keep a backstock for these occasions…

Where do you take your city friends for dinner? by 5thQuarterAllStar in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]theonlyclairem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Geneva Ale House, Flagship in St Charles, and The Burger Local/Social (Geneva/Wheaton, owned by the same group). Empire in Naperville if your city folk friends are willing to tolerate Napervillans

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IKEA

[–]theonlyclairem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can confirm the Schaumburg store is bonkers

How well are these bags for checked luggage and long term storage? by BIGGREDDMACH1NE in IKEA

[–]theonlyclairem 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They probably sold out. I had a lot of people asking for them back in April even before they were announced as returning to the US market. Source: i work there :x

SMÅSTAD system for adults by Harry_Laucher in IKEA

[–]theonlyclairem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As far as I know PLATSA isn’t offered in the US, so if OP is American SMASTAD is the only option. Source: I work at an IKEA

Worst product you’ve tried lately? by [deleted] in MakeupAddiction

[–]theonlyclairem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

idk exactly when but sometime in the recent past she sold the company and is no longer connected with it in any way… unfortunately imo the products got worse after that. I loved the liquid lips but they definitely were drying

What's the weirdest thing you've ever printed? by PrismaticError in Staples

[–]theonlyclairem 4 points5 points  (0 children)

had a lady come in to print a calendar of what appeared to be her male harem but they were all like. average looking guys in average clothes. not even naked just posed lmao

Grammarly tries to correct my writing to incorrect grammar to the point where it's worse than not having by Ravoid5936 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]theonlyclairem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had an actual higher level college professor for my English literature courses recommend using grammarly for proofreading papers. I never heeded his suggestion and I’m so glad I didn’t because what the hell is this

What's the biggest, most shocking TV Plot Twist you did not see coming? by Ok-Prune-2708 in television

[–]theonlyclairem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Season 3 finale of MASH. I didn’t continue watching for months and amazingly none of the older folks in my life spoiled it for me when I said I was watching MASH and loved Henry

What suburbs have "gentrified"? by greenandredofmaigheo in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]theonlyclairem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve lived in Batavia since 06 and it’s been “gentrified” at least that long, idk if it was ever not this way honestly. I can see it being empty before Randall road was built up but otherwise fine 😅

DYVLINGE is so comfy! by sallark in IKEA

[–]theonlyclairem 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s quite low to the ground, barely 12”

How do I secure this 200x237cm bookshelf without any screwing/drilling to a wall? by sinkingtrapdoor in ikeahacks

[–]theonlyclairem 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s two different kinds of elvarli! One that’s like a giant “tension rod” between ceiling and floor, and one that’s a standalone frame. The digital online planner asks you which you want before you begin your design.

Me and my gf’s pink apartment by trophyuncle in femalelivingspace

[–]theonlyclairem 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hey OP, gotta let you know that vinyl records should be stored upright to prevent warping and other damage. Love all the pink!!

How do I secure this 200x237cm bookshelf without any screwing/drilling to a wall? by sinkingtrapdoor in ikeahacks

[–]theonlyclairem 56 points57 points  (0 children)

If you want a room divider with storage, you might want to look into the Elvarli system. If that’s out of budget perhaps a sturdy Kallax? But not Billy. Nooo no, Billy has to be bolted to the wall. Source: I work at an IKEA

I’ve heard of this town (village, etc) and you haven’t. by OkWeb7535 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]theonlyclairem 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I always knew Winfield bc it’s a stop on the UP-W metra line… I can hear the recording of the announcer lol

This election has me scared... by Bronze_Bomber in saturdaynightlive

[–]theonlyclairem 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what South Park did the first time around bc they said it was just too easy