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Hi folks, Anyone have a favorite pattern or style type for sewing-machine covers? I have a rather large collection of vintage machines and many don't have cases; I just got a big roll of clear 10g marine vinyl for a client's project and will have lots of extra. Loving the idea of a sturdy but clear protective cover over some of the prettier vintage beasts. I'm quite capable of creating my own pattern and probably will, but wondered if there are any out there that are particularly beloved because of one feature or another. Internet search comes up with a bounty of options. Cornered box like a toaster? Long curved seam without corners? I suppose one consideration will be t...

So: I have just about reached the end of phase one in my kitchen remodel. I have been replacing the old, messed up doors with new ones that I have been building myself, learning a lot in the process. Now I need to look at the sink and countertops. Fortunately, there isn’t a lot to replace. I have a source for 3/4 inch cabinet grade plywood that for very cheap, so I have the “under” um, covered. The lower cabinets are pretty solid, they’re made from red oak, which is unfortunate for the color, and I’m gonna need to sand and repaint, but fortunately in that, 50 years later, it’s still pretty solid. My big concern is getting the old Formica off of the back walls, and replac...

The more you look at IKEA's exit from the Memphis market versus their global performance, it makes you wonder if there was something else in the decision process. Sadly, that only other thing could be politics. If you look at the timeline of IKEA's downsizing of the store to its eventual announced closure, Senator Hagerty was pushing his [PROTECT USA Act](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/985/all-info), which was basically an anti-EU, anti-sustainability-due-diligence bill meant to shield “U.S. entities” from having to comply with European-style ESG and human-rights regulations like the EU’s CSDDD. It was framed as protecting American sovereignty, but ...

Just digging thru the collection & didn’t notice this white tape variant of “The Deep End” it was part of a big lot I got & never noticed the white tape, but was stoked. Anyone else seen this?

WHAT A FUN FORMAT. Organic masterfully set the tone at the beginning of the day that Beatdown was meant to be more positive, less competitive than a cappella, and the supportive family vibe was strong the whole day. Shoutout to Ganik for cultivating such a warm atmosphere. Lots of battlers and fans were talking about what a breath of fresh air this format was, and I can’t imagine KOTD won’t be doing more of this in the future. Let’s, and I cannot stress this enough, go. Day Two: Loe Pesci and Roheezy started strong - a really good back and forth with some real highlight moments (especially from Heezy). Pesci had a few stumbles and Roheezy rode the beats better, but this was a lot...

I’m trying to map out the “international equivalents” to Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity. I know about DeepSeek, which seems huge in China and a lot of the Global South. From what I can tell: ChatGPT has the widest official country list, across most of the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia‑Pacific, except in places with local bans or US sanctions. Claude is available in a lot of countries too (Anthropic lists \~95+), but roll‑out has been slower and it’s still missing from some regions where ChatGPT works. Perplexity doesn’t publish a neat country list, but it’s reachable from most places where US services aren’t blocked, and their publisher network spans 25+ countries....

Modern kitchens are designed to be both stylish and practical, and homeowners today want surfaces that can keep up with everyday life. Countertops play a major role in how a kitchen looks, feels, and functions. Among the many options available, quartz surfaces have quickly become one of the most preferred choices for contemporary homes. Their clean appearance, durability, and low maintenance make them a smart solution for busy households. From cooking meals to hosting friends, the countertop becomes the center of activity. Because of this, many people look for a material that balances beauty with reliability. Quartz manages to deliver exactly that combination, which explains why it has becom...

Is it a good idea to transfer olive oil into a different bottle? Short answer: sometimes yes, but only if the new bottle is better for the oil and properly cleaned. The enemies are light, oxygen, heat, and old residue. When it is a good idea Moving from a big tin/jug into a smaller dark bottle you’ll finish quickly can actually protect the oil, because you reduce repeated opening and light exposure. Using a dark glass or stainless bottle with a tight cap and small opening is helpful if the original is clear, huge, or annoying to pour from. When it’s a bad idea Pouring into a clear, decorative counter bottle you leave by the stove is a downgrade: more light, more heat, ...

A few months ago I shared a [gamified gym tracker I built](https://www.reddit.com/r/ADHDFitness/comments/1pjitc9/built_a_gamified_gym_tracker_for_people_who/) here. Some of you signed up and it genuinely shaped the app. TLDR: Ascend is a gamified workout tracker where the RPG progression is tied directly to progressive overload, so the app and your real results grow together. We just crossed 500 users — wanted to come back and share what I've learned. **The honest problem first: getting started is the hardest part.** Activation is still my biggest challenge. Too many people download and never track their first workout. And I think this sub understands that better than anyone — t...

Hi all, which of these 2 laptops would you recommend? For context it'll mainly just be used for standard office work requirements, so email, browsing, word processing, webcam and some video playback. May consider downloading Football Manager too. The main requirement is something thin and light with good battery life. Budget around £500. Both laptops currently have a 15% discount with Currys in the UK. I've tested both out side by side in store. The Lenovo is obviously better quality as in feels more premium but the Acer is still decent. To be honest I actually prefer the silver Acer a lot more to the blue Lenovo. I don't know if there's much if any difference betw...

Just a heads-up in case anyone missed it: the **Turn-Based Thursday Fest** is now live on Steam: [https://store.steampowered.com/sale/turnbasedthursday2026](https://store.steampowered.com/sale/turnbasedthursday2026) Just like last time, there seems to be a pretty nice lineup this year, a mix of bigger strategy titles (like half of the Hooded Horse stable ;) ) and **a lot of exciting smaller indie projects** that normally don’t get much visibility! For transparency: **I’m not part of the organizers**, just a strategy nerd (and solo dev) who happen to *live* on their Discord. A few random - 4X slash strategy - things that caught my eye while browsing: 🔥 **On sale (50%+)** * HEAR...

We’ve finally managed to bring our game to a full release. The journey wasn’t always easy, but it was incredibly exciting. What started as a small idea turned into a project that required a lot of time, creativity, and teamwork. Along the way we faced many challenges, from fixing bugs to improving gameplay, but every step helped make the game better. Seeing the world we created come to life has been an amazing experience, and reaching this milestone means a lot to us. We’re very grateful to everyone who supported the project and followed our progress. Also, we now have a demo available. If you’d like to support us, feel free to try it out and leave a review there. It really helps u...

You might not know of some of these tricks when downloading files in C#... When we download files in C#, using an HttpClient will have default behavior that we stream the entire contents of the file into memory. Depending on what you're trying to do, pulling in a big file into memory could be disastrous. I put together a series of videos that walk through different thoughts for downloading files in C#. Best of all? We can avoid pulling the whole thing into memory. Even more bestest of all? I have benchmarks to prove it. Check out these videos: - Header Property Selection: https://youtu.be/PAXDf6j9rZQ - Making a File Downloader Class: https://youtu.be/KPYVdRdY1k4 - Benchmarks: ht...

why would i ever want to accept the fate of a never passing trans woman? i really don’t feel like a woman or non-binary or anything besides a man. i just slipped up last night and this weekend. i didn’t mean everything i said. i was emotional and not thinking. so look at me now: backpedaling in bed ‘cause i haven’t wanted to even get up. i don’t think what i’m experiencing is gender dysphoria. i was hurting at calling myself a man and not a woman because i meant how i looked alone, and even then, i mean i don’t **** looking like a man. i just don’t like it all the time. so i went and argued with google gemini until i couldn’t stand hearing it call me a man. i’m not a woma...

Sorry in advance this is going to be a long one… I \[25M\] and my Boyfriend \[28M\] have been together for 5 years now (my longest relationship ever btw) and I love him and I’m sure he loves me. I’ll tru to be as unbiased as I can be and state the facts but a little bias may come in. So our problems begin with the issue at the center of our relationship, I like to be lovey dovey and he doesn’t. This is our biggest problem because it makes me feel like he doesn’t care or wants me. Backstory, when we got together we were very close we would hang out go on dates and everything the normal first relationship things. He wasn’t very lovey or overtly affection but it was enough to prove...

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I was insanely hyped for Marathon. Tried it during the Server Slam, didn’t really like it. Tried again after launch and… same feeling. After a couple runs I just kept looking at Arc to play instead. The weird part is that Marathon actually made me appreciate Arc Raiders way more. I tried Arc when it first released and dropped it after \~20 hours because it didn’t fully click. Recently I gave it another shot and since then I’ve put another 50+ hours into it in 2 week(which is a lot to me) No seasonal wipes every few months. As someone who doesn’t have tons of time to play, that matters a lot. Being able to slowly build a stash and actually work toward something long-term is a bi...

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This random bullshit playstyle is so fun, makes every single tool, good or bad you got feel useful. Maybe not as optimal as pure spacing with a curved sword/offstoc but infinitely more flashy, hyper-aggressive and fun (Although you'll be out of stamina a lot and die more lol) Big up Alzula, they are goated at whatever this playstyle is, I'm just dubbing it "Weaponsmith" most fun fights ive had in a long time 💖

Hi everyone. This is my first post because i’ve always been a silent reader and a big listener to two hot takes. But never did I ever think i’d turn to strangers for advice because I am absolutely losing my mind. June 6th, 2025, I signed the lease for my very first apartment. Technically it is a townhouse. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, own driveway. I love it. The community is great and this is my first time being on my own. I worked really really hard and even sacrificed living in a toxic environment for four months so I can get out on my own. I busted my *** and I am so grateful I am here now. But here is the problem. I signed the lease with my younger brother because he also wanted to m...