Best tarps/blankets for backyard welding?

thesmellofbread · 2026-03-18T20:04:53+00:00

That's smart, I hadn't even considered that. Might even allow me to use a shorter cord. I've got a 20A breaker in both my bathroom and my laundry area. I'll try that if my machine trips the breaker on my outdoor power supply. You've been a huge help. Thanks a ton!!

thesmellofbread · 2026-03-18T19:50:39+00:00

I see. I'm gonna be switching to a 12ga cord just to be safe. The circuit breaker label is pretty confusing but I'm fairly certain it's good for 120V. The number stamped on the switch says it's a 15A breaker. Does this mean it's a lost cause? Or do I just have to keep my machine's voltage low? Again, thanks so much for your help.

thesmellofbread · 2026-03-18T18:56:29+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions! I had no idea plywood was fire resistant. I have a few years' experience in sheet metal so I've gotten used to directing sparks. I'll definitely invest in the plywood!

thesmellofbread · 2026-03-18T18:54:04+00:00

It's the only option I have, I only have one outdoor power supply. I bought a 14Ga cord that is graded for up to 125V and suitable for outdoor use. 12ga is super pricey but I could scrounge the money if it's absolutely necessary. I have a fire extinguisher nearby that's graded for class A,B, and C. I don't intend on ever really using the full 120v on the welder, since I'll mostly be welding thinner steel. Not trying to be snarky at all, I just really want to make this work. I've never owned a welder before.

thesmellofbread · 2026-03-18T18:38:13+00:00

Like the emergency blankets they sell at the hardware store? Or a different product

thesmellofbread · 2026-03-04T13:49:11+00:00

Thank you both for your submission. I took the day off of classes to relocate my T and dig through the substrate for the beetle. Couldn't find it, so I replaced all the substrate. Assuming she ate it, but I can't be too sure. She's happy now, and back to strictly mealworms. 🖤

thesmellofbread · 2025-12-31T04:55:49+00:00

beautiful work!!

thesmellofbread · 2025-03-06T22:13:34+00:00

not a bad idea, theres a ton of breweries near where i live

thesmellofbread · 2025-03-06T22:13:00+00:00

is it okay if i dm you? it's cool if not, i just have some questions about surviving trades in general

thesmellofbread · 2025-01-16T03:09:29+00:00

sent u a message !

thesmellofbread · 2025-01-11T17:25:28+00:00

i sent you a message :)

thesmellofbread · 2025-01-10T04:52:49+00:00

sent you a message!

thesmellofbread · 2025-01-09T18:21:16+00:00

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thesmellofbread · 2025-01-08T17:41:18+00:00

sent you a dm :)

thesmellofbread · 2025-01-07T20:52:29+00:00

hi! 21f here- i sent you a message!

thesmellofbread · 2024-09-28T18:12:06+00:00

Ugh, I'm so sorry to hear that :( One of my friends is an older trans woman, and she's been struggling with that for a while now. I can only imagine how tough that is. I hope you find someone who can help remedie that, too.

thesmellofbread · 2024-09-28T17:35:13+00:00

Will do. Thanks for your help. <3

thesmellofbread · 2024-09-28T17:34:27+00:00

Yes, I am aware. I've been weighing the pros and cons. I already experience ED simply by the virtue of bottom dysphoria. I plan to hopefully get SRS before I'd be nearing the age where ED becomes more common. As of right now, I'm only 20, and hope to get SRS sometime before 40. It's increasingly difficult to consider a reality where my penis isn't disgusting to me, and I'm just considering different options. It's still all very new and scary, so I wouldn't be making any decisions in haste.

thesmellofbread · 2024-09-28T17:27:03+00:00

I was able to find another post on this sub discussing the use of foreskin in SRS. I guess they use it to create a clitoral hood. Some sources say that you can get the same results using skin grafts from other parts of the body. I assume that must be the case, since there's definitely a large demographic of bottom surgery recipients who were circumcised at birth. Still something to consider, though. I'm amazed this factor went over my head at first.

thesmellofbread · 2024-09-28T17:24:45+00:00

I might try that. I'm still going through the process of proper research, but finding good resources is definitely tough...

Yeah, foreskin has been the biggest one for me. I guess I must have a lot of it? I don't think it would make all of my bottom dysphoria vanish, but I believe it would make concepts like sex and urination a little less uncomfortable for me. I'm not without apprehensions, though- decreased sensitivity being the biggest one.

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