u/HopeLikeFire

https://giphy.com/gifs/yAYZnhvY3fflS

We aimed for a 10k wedding, ended up with a 16k one.

8k venue for ceremony and reception 2.5k for suits, dresses, accessories etc. (Including buying groomsmen suits and bridesmaids dresses) 2k catering for a casual afternoon tea for 40, ice cream van, M&S cake and tab for open bar £960 for artificial flowers and all decor £800 registrar £800 for DJ, Krispy Kreme donut tower, lawn games and bouncy castle £600 makeup and hair (included makeup for bridal party) £600 rings £400 photographer

Thank you! 😀

The pattern I used:

The Warwick Tie Sewing Pattern - Maven Patterns https://mavenpatterns.co.uk/product/the-warwick-tie-pattern/

Looks like it's being turned into flats

Planning App details page  · Colchester City Council https://share.google/i4wiS4AlKGHls1edG

EDIT: Looks like they've got 3 years to build them

How does he choose where to visit?

I've recently got this game and have played 2p and 3p with no luck. I just don't get what we're doing wrong but we always run out of player cards.

Does anyone else think Vik has just lost interest? He doesn't seem to be getting involved in anything

Sorry, I'm making a necktie with some satin polyester fabric and for the shell of the necktie there are 3 pieces, the fat end of the tie, the smaller end and a middle piece. The pattern says to sew a diagonal seam by placing right sides together at an angle.

In my original image the bottom seam looks nice and crisp and professional but the top one looks messier and has some kind of fold line or lip right by the seam but I can't figure out why.

https://preview.redd.it/dxk2spcc4gfh1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c08ae42f0494ef9b7f4a9efa14b15a099e20dbe8

The coordinates from the image suggest the image was taken on Flagstaff Road, Reading near Reading Green Park Station? Do you recall being near that station?

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Gujqu25Zwggoc5K28

https://images.reading.gov.uk/2025/04/Flagstaff-Road.pdf

Thank you for the feedback! I've realised after sewing that I was using a normal zipper foot that came with my machine - I've just ordered a concealed zipper foot so hopefully I can stitch closer to the teeth. I'll also be sure to press the zipper coils next time.

I followed a wonderful tutorial by Mimzy and Company: https://youtu.be/Pfm-ebUAdo8

Made with 100% cotton fat squares

Which game is your favourite?

Thank you for the advice! I've just attempted following the tutorial. At the end of the first round I slip stitched into the top of the first ch3 but because I wasn't changing colour I slip stitched 2 across and then slip stitched into the corner. Is that right?

I also used a slightly smaller hook and tried to tighten up the tension.

https://preview.redd.it/m50li8j6bqzg1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=54fa5c4f59a2a040f3ad1d4e090c57e1920f859a

Thank you! It's the parking method, also my first time trying it! Here's where I learnt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOEQ17CkKeo&t=792s&pp=ygUbY3Jvc3Mgc3RpdGNoIHBhcmtpbmcgbWV0aG9k0gcJCdkKAYcqIYzv

Thank you!

Thank you! Yes, I blanket stitched the edges of my current WIPs but excited to speed up the process and get it super neat!

Description of Request:
Looking for some more games to expand my small collection that aren't super involved or complex.

I'm currently eyeing up Cozy Stickerville, Beat the Heat, Heat: Pedal to the Medal, Pandemic and 7 Wonders.

Number of Players:

Usually 5-6 players at once although open to some 2 player games too.

Game Length:

Nothing too long, probably a max of 3 hours

Complexity of Game:
We'd probably max out at 3.5 weight/complexity

Genre:

We're not too fixed on genre, please see our games we like below for a vibe.

Conflict, Competitive or Cooperative:

We lean more towards coop and competitive.

Games I Own and Like:

Wingspan, Ticket to Ride, Sky Team, Bomb Busters, Catan, Secret Hitler, Blood on The Clocktower, Azul, Sea Salt & Paper

Games I Dislike and Don't Play:

Cards against humanity-esque games, games where players can get eliminated and are out for the rest of the game

Location:

UK

How much would you want for it?

Kit is London City Scene Cross Stitch Kit by DMC https://share.google/55tsyafB4JF48zNj2

Henleys in Wivenhoe does GF fish and chips during the week, pizza express, dominos

My guess is Slurpy Slurpy Sleep Sleep - love everybody

A specific tip I have for Amazon to avoid a Prime subscription is getting items delivered to Amazon lockers. Delivery is free for any basket total and although the estimated delivery is usually 2-3 days, I often find it arrives a day earlier than estimated. And for any larger orders, you can get it delivered to your home as delivery would be free.

https://preview.redd.it/c5dh6iy3jrcg1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=37447303d267841f83ad7f698532db9a47c59e91

Working through an old DMC project

I've been listening to a lot of the festive episodes and I didn't realise how many times Robbie has talked about people overcooking Brussel sprouts or how shit turkey is 😂