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lucidzebra t1_jab0jm2 wrote
Reply to comment by KeystoneSews in Hand me down name tag trail on this child’s jacket by Mofomania
I got Osh K hand me downs that all three of my kids used, and the clothes were passed on. So at least 5 kids strong, and they were toddler's sizes.
[deleted] t1_jab0hxd wrote
Reply to Looking for an automatic pour over style coffee maker that lasts over a year… by aarond9760
OXO makes an awesome coffee maker.
CowboyAirman t1_jab07j1 wrote
Reply to comment by d000p in Got given this backpack when I was in school year 7 (age 12) I’m now 29 and have it’s showing no signs of failing other than fading ( was originally black) . Couldn’t recommend this backpack enough. Brand Lowe Alpine by elysianfields101
That’s got me wondering how much OP actually used this backpack.
Sometimes_Stutters t1_jab04h3 wrote
Reply to comment by FerretFiend in Just bought my first pair of leather winter mittens, how do I care for them to make them last a lifetime? by FerretFiend
Oh hey owatonna. I just got a custom gun case back from them and a bunch of gloves. I also have a few jackets too
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Muncie4 t1_jaazpzq wrote
Reply to comment by RiMiBe in Is buying a Vitamix 5000 from 2005 still worth it in 2023 ? by byjosue113
Any yet you came here to give me sideways advice on my comment and not give OP advice. Live your life better...help those who ask for help.
RiMiBe t1_jaay4ey wrote
Reply to comment by Muncie4 in Is buying a Vitamix 5000 from 2005 still worth it in 2023 ? by byjosue113
And yet they got some good advice (your comment notwithstanding).
KeystoneSews t1_jaay3mt wrote
Most kids jackets I’ve seen have lines for multiple names. At least, my kid has handmedowns from Columbia, Osh kosh and Hatley and they all do.
Given a kid wears a coat for one season, and doesn’t wear them hard at the very young ages, an 18 month size coat ought to last for like… 10 kids. A baby coat even longer.
byjosue113 OP t1_jaay2xh wrote
Reply to comment by ladz in Is buying a Vitamix 5000 from 2005 still worth it in 2023 ? by byjosue113
Thanks for the heads up, I'll maybe look at the new models, I'll try to grab a refub one
T_ommie t1_jaaxl7n wrote
Reply to comment by cleeder in Corona 17-DK Kerosene Heater. Older than me(1987) and wonderfully heats my garage every winter. by biggswiggins
I was probably 11 or 12? This would have been in the late 80's
knuF t1_jaaxkiu wrote
Reply to comment by pork_fried_christ in Le Crueset still BIFL? by pussayforlife
Man you got a slick deal that's for sure!
mentaikooooo t1_jaaxc9f wrote
Reply to Le Crueset still BIFL? by pussayforlife
Their enameled cookware has lifetime limited warranty. I got my dutch oven replaced for free without a lot of hoops to jump through!
mcfarmer72 t1_jaawzgz wrote
Reply to comment by FerretFiend in Just bought my first pair of leather winter mittens, how do I care for them to make them last a lifetime? by FerretFiend
We need to know how long to make them last.
Gold-Natural8906 t1_jaawnxl wrote
Reply to Durable brands or materials that aren't wool or synthetic to look out for when buying clothes? Socks and shirts esp. by frostbiyt
I know you said no wool but not all wool comes from industrial farms. I am big into knitting and a big lover of wool. All of the wool I work with comes from small scale farms that live their sheep more than themselves. I really recommend looking for local, small scale farmers who shear their sheep and create wool products. If you dove into the knitting community you would find a community of people dedicated to sustainable fashion who live their sheep. If you really want to go further look into knitters/producers who are part of “shave em to save em”. It’s a program built to preserve traditional sheep breeds that are threatened or endangered. The whole premise being “make their wool valuable so they are preserved by farmers”. You are right about commercial wool being tricky but there are tons of small scale producers that will make quality 100% wool socks from sheep that are well-loved.
ETA: I almost never post on reddit so if I formatted things wrong I apologize, but that lends credence to how much love I have for wool and small scale shepherds!
pork_fried_christ t1_jaaw1sl wrote
Reply to comment by knuF in Le Crueset still BIFL? by pussayforlife
So my view on the price is a bit skewed because I used to work with a guy that also worked at bed bath and beyond and got me hooked up on the 7.25qt Le Crueset for $175. Since falling in love, I’d buy it for full price tomorrow and have no regret but before I got it I was definitely considering staub. Like I said, I didn’t prefer the black enamel because it hides the fond, but I DID like the points around the lid to condense steam when braising. They are definitely a really high quality product.
byjosue113 OP t1_jaavwq0 wrote
Reply to comment by Muncie4 in Is buying a Vitamix 5000 from 2005 still worth it in 2023 ? by byjosue113
Not at all, I don't even have a car lol
DoesntLikeTurtles t1_jaavtb7 wrote
Reply to comment by rand0mmm in So I bought a karasawa nail file in Japan while traveling 7 years ago, and damn do I love it, it just feels good to use, unlike those cheap sand paper ones that feel like a weird torture by thejunketjourneyer
Thanks! It's looking like I'll go with a glass one, just narrowing it down.
Muncie4 t1_jaav0l1 wrote
This isn't the Antiques Roadshow nor is there a Kelly Blue Book on appliances. This is a YOU question based on your finances and your idea of worth for a 2005 appliance. I just dropped $1000 on 20 year old car seats which was worth it. Are they worth it to you?
spaghetthjcat t1_jaautoy wrote
Reply to comment by MathCrank in Does any one know what brand pack this is? by MathCrank
Si
byjosue113 OP t1_jaaurxl wrote
Reply to comment by pregaftertwobeans in Is buying a Vitamix 5000 from 2005 still worth it in 2023 ? by byjosue113
In the caribbean
pregaftertwobeans t1_jaauoii wrote
Reply to comment by byjosue113 in Is buying a Vitamix 5000 from 2005 still worth it in 2023 ? by byjosue113
Where are you located?
cutesun1616 t1_jaauaml wrote
I absolutely love that the company is encouraging this. Very cool.
ATeaformeplease t1_jaau50t wrote
Rei does this too
Teutonic-Tonic t1_jaatl87 wrote
Reply to comment by ktxhopem3276 in Corona 17-DK Kerosene Heater. Older than me(1987) and wonderfully heats my garage every winter. by biggswiggins
They do and add a lot of moisture to the air. The carbon monoxide could be a real issue if used in a small environment with little fresh air, like a bedroom in a modern home. Ok in a garage which probably isn’t super tight and you probably aren’t sleeping next to it.
HalcyonDias t1_jab0lwc wrote
Reply to comment by Martinsimonnet in Le Crueset still BIFL? by pussayforlife
Many of their products are made in China. It’s confirmed.