pythacarus

[dragon-age-codex-entries]

Codex entry: Prophet's Laurel

"According to Orlesian folklore, Andraste's followers and sympathizers tossed sprigs of the laurel in her path as she was led to her pyre. After she burned, her ashes blew across the leaves on the ground, bestowing upon them their famed purifying qualities. It is just a tale, of course. The laurel was recognized as a healing herb long before Andraste's time. Ancient Tevinter scrolls describe the use of the laurel in poultices, tinctures, and even incense. Though the legend might be pure fabrication, the laurel will always be symbolic of Andraste's sacrifice. Its glossy dark leaves represent the Sword of Mercy; the red berries, the drops of her blood upon it."

—An excerpt from The Botanical Compendium by Ines Arancia, botanist

[nonbinary-octopus]

honestly yeah, fiber arts is magic. you cast spell of warm gloves, spell of nice hat, spell of stuffed animal.

material component: yarn

wand: single hooked wand or double pointed wands, depending on caster's preference

mechanical component: specific motions repeated in a particular pattern

time component: a while

look seriously the first step in a knitting recipe is "cast on", and then it's a bunch of letters and numbers incomprehensible to anyone not versed in the arcane art. that's a spellbook. yes it's a book of knitting patterns but also. it's a spell book.

[xhibitur]

🌟 Discover the Crafting Supplies Wonderland! 🎨✂️

Introduction:

Crafting is a creative adventure, and finding the perfect supplies is half the fun. Whether you're a knitting wizard, woodworking enthusiast, or simply enjoy getting crafty, here are some fantastic places to find your crafting essentials:

Local Craft Stores: These gems are like Aladdin's cave for crafters. From fabrics to paints, beads to yarn, local craft stores offer a plethora of materials. Plus, you can get valuable advice from the friendly staff.

Online Retailers: Amazon, Etsy, and eBay are your virtual crafting buddies. They offer a wide selection of supplies and the convenience of shopping from your comfy couch.

Crafting Chains: Large stores like Michaels, Jo-Ann Fabric, and Hobby Lobby have a vast array of crafting materials. Keep an eye out for sales, coupons, and loyalty programs to save big.

Art Supply Stores: If you're into fine arts and painting, visit your local art supply store. You'll find high-quality paints, brushes, canvases, and specialty papers.

Thrift Shops and Secondhand Stores: Thrift shops can be a treasure trove for crafters on a budget. Discover vintage buttons, fabrics, or tools that are perfect for upcycling or repurposing.

Crafting Expos and Fairs: These events are not just for showcasing your creativity; they're also perfect for finding unique crafting supplies from independent vendors. Think handmade beads, fabrics, and specialized tools.

Online Marketplaces for Handmade Supplies: Etsy and ArtFire are fantastic platforms where artisans sell handmade crafting supplies. Support small businesses and find one-of-a-kind materials.

Local Artisan Markets: Explore local artisan markets and craft fairs in your area. Talented artisans often sell their handcrafted supplies, like hand-dyed yarn, handmade paper, and unique beads.

Bulk and Wholesale Suppliers: For serious crafters or those running crafting businesses, buying supplies in bulk from wholesalers can save you money in the long run.

Your Own Crafting Stash: Don't forget to raid your own crafting stash. You might uncover forgotten materials, scraps, or unfinished projects that can be revitalized with a fresh burst of creativity.

Conclusion:

Crafting is all about exploration and expression, and where you find your supplies can be a part of the adventure. Each source has its unique advantages, so choose the one that suits your crafting needs and style. Happy crafting! 🌼🎨

[midnightmoonbeams]

This is another mildly interesting event. Had a rock with one gold and 7 iron. I haven't had that happen again since.

From May 13th, 2021

[shirecorn]

Me too

[fawndollie]

hello here are some gifs i made/found instead of doing my photography assessment

eat up my children

div by @pommecita !!!

[field-guide-to-mud]

🐛🦋🐌

[ezekiellsplayground]

Eeeeeeeeeee! Look what arrived yesterday! The largest fibre order I have EVER made and the currency conversion was horrific, but these colour ways are just. so. gorgeous! I have no regrets. Fibres are handdyed by Fossil Fibres.

[frozen-mars]

Tis been awhile, but I return with offerings of ZombieCleo!

[thesilicontribesman]

Iron Age Roundhouse Interiors, Butser Ancient Farm, Waterlooville, Hampshire

[dragon-age-codex-entries]

Codex entry: Deathroot

"Deathroot has been used in magic and potion making for centuries. It's a fragile-looking plant with a thin stalk and purple flowers, which fruits once a year developing bright red fleshy pods that cause disorientation and dizziness if ingested.

There are two varieties. The more common Arcanist Deathroot was first found by Archon Hadrianus when he discovered it growing on several dead slaves. The other, Lunatic's Deathroot, is most closely associated with the story of the courtesan Melusine, who sought revenge on a powerful magister and his family. She harvested the plant, baked it into small pies for the magister's banquet, and presented them to the magister at a banquet. All the guests were seized by terrifying hallucinations after eating the pies and tore each other to pieces."

—An excerpt from The Botanical Compendium, by Ines Arancia, botanist

[litlangel]

soft post of cute graphics i found on pin

^_^ f2u , no credits at all ! 🐾

[changan-moon]

chinese mudiao木雕(wood sculpture) by artist 舔芥末的猫

[eggoatt]

inspired by this thing, i needed to make my own terrible loop plushie. they are blue because i like blue

they're made of two other plushes i found at goodwill and harvested fabric from. we honor their sacrifice.

[notyourdaisybuchanan]

Rewatching The Bear 2x03 is actually crazy and feels so clarifying because like...

The ep starts with Carmy speaking at Al-Anon about fun, and how maybe he needs to have more of it. He acknowledges that fun is complicated for him because as a kid his family tended to ruin things for him, even though this was often unintentionally done. He says that he thinks if he had more amusement or enjoyment in his own life then it would be easier to provide that for other people. (Big note here that part of the purpose OF a restaurant is to provide amusement and enjoyment for people. Then add in Luca's conversation with Marcus in 2x04 about how the best food comes from being open and inspired, and spending time in the world. So Carmy having fun could theoretically make him better at his job.)

Anyway, Carmy gives that spiel at Al-Anon. Then we get a brief interlude of Syd looking at articles about recent restaurant closings and being stressed.

And then we're immediately back with Syd and Carmy cooking together in his kitchen. She fucks up a dish again, and he suggests they stop cooking and do a palate reset.

Like... this all happens within the first five minutes of the ep. This man has been musing about how he needs to have more fun.... and then he suggests spending the day eating in the city with Syd..... ergo that's his definition of fun. This is literally him making an attempt at doing something for amusement or enjoyment!! He planned this!! I fully believe he had this idea even before Sydney fucked up the dish. This man said I need to have more fun and you know what would be fun? Spending the day with my business partner eating delicious food. So he sends her home with plans to meet in an hour.

And then. AND THEN. Claire calls. First of all when she asks if he's busy, he looks at the white board and the very first thing on the To Do list is "call fridge guy" so like. lmao. I love foreshadowing. And he literally is busy!!! Not with unpleasant tasks to do but with something FUN. Something fun that he planned FOR himself.

And what is it that Claire asks him to do? Is it something fun? No. She asks him to HELP HER MOVE her mom. Like, the least fun task in the history of anything, the thing that people historically HATE being asked to help with. And he doesn't look excited about it! He looks torn. He looks...weird idk. Like ohhhh it's actually so crazy that Carmy bails on a truly fun day with Sydney in order to do a manual labor favor for Claire.

This is so ripe for analysis you simply cannot tell me it doesn't mean anything.

Carmy thinks about how he needs more fun, plans a fun day for himself, and then, when someone he tried to avoid asks him to do a not fun favor, he says yeah, I'll do that instead.

[averlym]

litany of the martyrs (click for better resolution!)