#bmp shopping

[my-bmpshopping]

[killing-machine]

grunts be shopping

[xxs4d-b4st4rdxx]

Hey!

Here's my Inprnt shop now open!

I will update when I add new pieces.

[mspaintlover]

let us be little haters together (talking shit about people we dont like)

[creesims]

@pinkflamingosims asked me about using the Collections feature in Sims 2 so I whipped up a little tutorial

In buy or build mode, click on the Collections icon. It looks like a folder

This will take you to the collection screen, it might take a second to open if you've sorted a lot of stuff into it

There will be some collection folders already in there that Maxis made. Clicking on a folder with show you everything in it on the screen to the right

You can organize, modify, add, and delete collections using the buttons I circled in yellow. I've made collections for aesthetics (desert, kids room, industrial), for community lots (bakery, flower shop, military/police station), and I left the Maxis collections that show what came with each EP

Now go back to the main Buy or Build Mode tab and click on an object. In the screen that pops up there's an Add to Collection icon in the lower right. Some things can't be put into collections, like fences, but most things can, even walls and floors

This screen will pop up and you can pick which collection to put it in

I use collections in 2 ways.

Any add-ons I have that are repo'd to Maxis stuff gets put in the collection folder for that EP. This way I can easily find things that match a Maxis item I'm using

I also use them to make decorating easier and remind me of the recolors I have for various things. If I'm building a tropical lot I might not think to use the Lack side table because of how it looks in the catalog picture but adding it to my Tropical collection will remind me that I made tropical recolors for it

You can add new icons to use when creating collections by going to Documents->EA Games-> Sims 2-> Collections -> and adding any appropriately sized .bmp files to the Icons folder. I've made some icons, I can't find the link right now but they should be in my Downloads tag

Feel free to send me asks if there are any questions. Happy simming!

[queermtl]

QUEER MTL THINGS TO DO: November 2023

The temperature may get colder in November, but Montréal’s LGBTQ+ scene continues to heat up! This month, Montréal is stuffed to the brim with events, parties and unique experiences painted in all the colours of the LGBTQ+ rainbow. From drag to community, circuit to underground, here’s some of our picks for the best LGBTQ+ things to do in the city. For further announcements, including those not announced at time of publication, follow QueerMTL on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr! Got an event coming up? DM it our way! En français : https://www.mtl.org/fr/experience/queer-mtl-quoi-faire

ÉVÉNEMENTS / EVENTS

Mercredi 1er novembre / Wednesday, November 1

🤡 CLOWN Playshop with Ander Wayne, Studio Mange Mes Pieds 💻 QueerTech hosts the QT Qonference, Cirque Éloize ✍️ HommeHomo presents Drink & Draw, Bar Le Cocktail ✍️ Queer Sip & Draw, Blue Dog Motel 🎶 P!nk with Grouplove, Centre Bell

Jeudi 2 novembre / Thursday, November 2

💻 QueerTech hosts the QT Qonference, Cirque Éloize 🎨 Art Battle Montréal, Bar La Shop 🎶 P!nk with Grouplove, Centre Bell

Vendredi 3 novembre / Friday, November 3

🎶 Blonde Redhead with Bibi Club, Le Studio TD 🎶 Depeche Mode with DIIV, Centre Bell

Samedi 4 novembre / Saturday, November 4

✊ Festival Jouissif Montréal hosts La Garçonnière Marché Kinky, L’Étage 🤗 À Corps Consentants—ÀCC hosts Nuances of Giving & Receiving—A Practice of Consent, White Wall Studio 🎤 Bareoke: Strip Karaoke, Café Cléopatra 📚 LGBTQ+ Books Celebration Event, L’Euguélionne 

Dimanche 5 novembre / Sunday, November 5

🎉 La gailaxie ligue d’improvisation, Cabaret Mado 😆 A Very Pretentious Comedy Show #11 with Kyra Carleton, Brad MacDonald, Monica Hamburg, Estelle Davis, Carmina Berbari Daou, Leslie Simpliciano-Szigeti and Viveth K, The Diving Bell Social Club

Lundi 6 novembre / Monday, November 6

🤗 Jam d’impro contact, en mixité choisie, White Wall Studio ✍️ Trivia Mondays hosted by Bambi Dextrous, Diving Bell Social Club

Mardi 7 novembre / Tuesday, November 7

😆 Stand Up St. Henri Open Mic focusing on women, non-binary, queer and allied comedians, Impro Montréal

Mercredi 8 novembre / Wednesday, November 8

🤡 CLOWN Playshop with Ander Wayne, Studio Mange Mes Pieds ✍️ Queer Sip & Draw, Blue Dog Motel

Jeudi 9 novembre / Thursday, November 9

🎶 Jeremy Dutcher, Beanfield Theatre 🎭 Cabaret Queer with Tracy Trash, Pascale Picard, Ruby Doll, Grant Canyon, Rocio Vadillo et Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli, Mimi Cherry, Derek Wood and Saffi Watson, Cabaret Mado

Vendredi 10 novembre / Friday, November 10

🎶 Hannah Georgas with Ten Kills the Pack, Petit Campus

Samedi 11 novembre / Saturday, November 11

📚 The Violet Hour Book Club reads Suzette Mayr’s The Sleeping Care Porter, Archives gaies du Québec 🛼 Rollerville MTL hosts the Cinquième Roll Out—Roller Disco, Arena St-Louis

Lundi 13 novembre / Monday, November 13

✍️ Trivia Mondays hosted by Bambi Dextrous, Diving Bell Social Club

Mardi 14 novembre / Tuesday, November 14

😆 Stand Up St. Henri Open Mic focusing on women, non-binary, queer and allied comedians, Impro Montréal

Mercredi 15 novembre / Wednesday, November 15

🫦 SASSITUDE Playshop with Ander Wayne, Studio Mange Mes Pieds ✍️ Queer Sip & Draw, Blue Dog Motel

Jeudi 16 novembre / Thursday, November 16

🎥��Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Vendredi 17 novembre / Friday, November 17

🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Samedi 18 novembre / Saturday, November 18

👠 The House of Old Navy presents The Candy Shop Kiki Ball, Location TBC 👚 Queer Clothing Swap, BMP Co-op 🏳️‍🌈 exChange: ingergenerational dialogue through making art, MAC Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal 🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Dimanche 19 novembre / Sunday, November 19

🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Lundi 20 novembre / Monday, November 20

✍️ Trivia Mondays hosted by Bambi Dextrous, Diving Bell Social Club 🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Mardi 21 novembre / Tuesday, November 21

😆 Stand Up St. Henri Open Mic focusing on women, non-binary, queer and allied comedians, Impro Montréal 🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Mercredi 22 novembre / Wedneseday, November 22

🎶 Pierre Lapointe, Théâtre de la Ville Longueuil ✍️ Queer Sip & Draw, Blue Dog Motel 🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Jeudi 23 novembre / Thursday, November 23

🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Vendredi 24 novembre / Friday, November 24

🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Samedi 25 novembre / Saturday, November 25

🎤 Bareoke: Strip Karaoke, Café Cléopatra 🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Dimanche 26 novembre / Sunday, November 26

🎥 Image+Nation festival film LGBT2SQUEER Montréal, various locations (check program listings at image-nation.org)

Lundi 27 novembre / Monday, November 27

✍️ Trivia Mondays hosted by Bambi Dextrous, Diving Bell Social Club

Mardi 28 novembre / Tuesday, November 28

😆 Stand Up St. Henri Open Mic focusing on women, non-binary, queer and allied comedians, Impro Montréal

Mercredi 29 novembre / Wednesday, November 29

🎶 Mariah Carey, Bell Centre ✍️ Queer Sip & Draw, Blue Dog Motel

Jeudi 30 novembre / Thursday, November 30

📚 Violet Hour celebrates 5 years with readings from Suzette Mayr, Daniel Allen Cox and Katia Grubisic, Casa d’Italia

FESTIVITÉS / PARTIES

Jeudi 9 novembre / Thursday, November 9

🥳 Dirty Pop Party with J-Line, Mosez Jones, Mint Simon and Alex Mick, Wheel Club

Vendredi 10 novembre / Friday, November 10

🥳 Cerise Noire with DJ JT, Bar Notre-Dame-Des-Quilles

Samedi 11 novembre / Saturday, November 11

🥳 MPU hosts Génération MPU ✨ 15e Anniversaire with Kiki Coe, Sisi Superstar, Petula Claque and DJs Montag, Frantastik and Jeffany, Le Belmont

Vendredi 24 novembre / Friday, November 24

🥳 Agent Malory presents ARMAGUIDOUNE, Cabaret Berlin 🥳 Psychedelic Babylon presents Equilibrium with AVALON and PHAXE, Secret Location

Samedi 25 novembre / Saturday, November 25

🥳 Virtualis presents CYBERCULT with Dopamyne, No Police, Corinita, Pretty Privilege, Haze, H1bou, Hotfit and more, Secret Location

DES SPORTS

🛼 Rollerville MTL hosts the Cinquième Roll Out—Roller Disco, Saturday, November 11, 2023, Arena St-Louis

💪 From the Ground Up: Strength Training for Newbs, Punks and Weirdos with Nadine Forde runs November 18-December 2, 2023, StudioEd

👯 Tango/Salsa Queer holds lessons every Saturday, visit queertangomtl.com for information or contact tango.queer@hotmail.com or call +1 (438) 930-8529 for prices and signup information.

👠 Twice a month on every second Tuesday, Bring It! hosts an OTA night of ballroom and vogue with commentator and DJ. Follow their Instagram for dates and details.

🚲 Montréal Queer Bike Polo meet on Thursdays, with details on Instagram

🎾 Ligue de dimanche meet at the Parc Louis-Riel tennis courts every Sunday

🤠 Club Bolo—Danse Country Montréal meet on Fridays at the Association sportive et communautaire du Centre-Sud

🏐 Les Ratons-Chasseurs (Montréal’s LGBTA dodgeball group) holds regular events. Keep an eye on their Facebook for upcoming opportunities to join in and play. 

🕹Montréal Gaymers hosts regular gatherings including board game nights and gaming gatherings. Check their Facebook for what’s next!

🏃🏾Join the Out-Run run and workout club for people relating to the queer / sapphic experience. Details on their Instagram!

🐦 Bird lovers should keep their eye on Queer Birders' regularly scheduled birdwatching events and excursions. Join the Facebook group and get those binoculars at the ready.

DRAG

Montréal’s vibrant drag community features several regularly-scheduled nights hosted by local luminaries, each featuring guest performers. Check venue websites for full line-ups!

Mercredi 1er novembre / Wednesday, November 1

👑 Queen of the Damned with Moxxi Hollow and Flex Ryder, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drag Race Brazil viewing party with Muz’Emma and Mob Dafok, District Video Lounge

Jeudi 2 novembre / Thursday, November 2

👑 Girls’ Night Out—Édition Cochonnes with Krystella Fame, Aizysse Baga, Celes and Rawxy, Cabaret Mado 👑 Butterfly de nuit with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail

Vendredi 3 novembre / Friday, November 3

👑 Quebec City’s Les Vegans du Genre host Proud Bitch Party—Fièr.e.s Salop.e.s en fête with Aizysse Baga, Walter Ego, Lolita Stars, Val the Freak, Chris de Cave, Skandal, Nicky Gee, The Dramaqueer, Cismon Genderfuck and George-Édouard, Café Cléopatra 👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Vendredi Fou with Michel Dorion, Bar Le Cocktail

Samedi 4 novembre / Saturday, November 4

👑 Bonne Fête Uma Gahd with Uma Gahd and Selma Gahd, Bar Le Cocktail 👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Jimmy Moore personnifie Taylor Swift, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drôles de Drags with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail 

Dimanche 5 novembre / Sunday, November 5

👑 Le Tracy Show with Tracy Trash, Kiara, Bobépine and Velma Jones, Cabaret Mado

Mardi 7 novembre / Tuesday, November 7

👑 Full Gisèle with Gisèle Lullaby, Cabaret Mado

Mercredi 8 novembre / Wednesday, November 8

👑 Karma (1989 Version) with EmmÖtional Damage, Taylor De Vil, Kitana and Ad’horrible, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drag Race Brazil viewing party with Muz’Emma and Mob Dafok, District Video Lounge

Jeudi 9 novembre / Thursday, November 9

👑 Butterfly de nuit with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail

Vendredi 10 novembre / Friday, November 10

👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Vendredi Fou with Michel Dorion, Bar Le Cocktail

Samedi 11 novembre / Saturday, November 11

👑 Queb Drag Race 2 : DEMI FINALE, Théâtre La Comédie de Montréal 👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Jimmy Moore personnifie Madonna, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drôles de Drags with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail 👑 Dalida pour toujours with Michel Dorion, Bar Le Cocktail

Dimanche 12 novembre / Sunday, November 12

👑 Le Brunch aux folles with Misty Waterfalls, Lady Boom-Boom and Crystal Starz, Social Verdun 👑 Le Souper aux folles with Misty Waterfalls, Lady Boom-Boom and Crystal Starz, Social Verdun 👑 Le Tracy Show with Tracy Trash, Lady Boom Boom, Sasha Baga and EmmÖtional Damage, Cabaret Mado

Mardi 14 novembre / Tuesday, November 14

👑 Full Gisèle with Gisèle Lullaby, Cabaret Mado 👑 Coeur de velours, Bar Le Cocktail

Mercredi 15 novembre / Wednesday, November 15

👑 Drag Race Brazil viewing party with Muz’Emma and Mob Dafok, District Video Lounge

Jeudi 16 novembre / Thursday, November 16

👑 Unikorn Presents: Canada’s Drag Race Season 4 Premiere Viewing Party with Denim and Sisi Superstar, Le National 👑 Sashalicious with Sasha Baga, Velma Jones, Misty Waterfalls and La Drag On-Fly, Cabaret Mado 👑 Butterfly de nuit with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail

Vendredi 17 novembre / Friday, November 17

👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Vendredi Fou with Michel Dorion, Bar Le Cocktail

Samedi 18 novembre / Saturday, November 18

👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Jimmy Moore personnifie Adele, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drôles de Drags with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail 👑 Chouchoune presents Ginette Reno—La Quête, Bar Le Cocktail

Dimanche 19 novembre / Sunday, November 19

👑 Le Tracy Show with Tracy Trash, Pétula Claque, Kelly Torrieli and Misty Waterfalls, Cabaret Mado

Mardi 21 novembre / Tuesday, November 21

👑 Full Gisèle with Gisèle Lullaby, Cabaret Mado

Mercredi 22 novembre / Wedneseday, November 22

👑 Drag Race Brazil viewing party with Muz’Emma and Mob Dafok, District Video Lounge

Jeudi 23 novembre / Thursday, November 23

💄 BMP DRAG Workshop + Show, BMP Co-op 👑 Trashilaz with Aizysse Baga, Cabaret Mado 👑 Butterfly de nuit with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail

Vendredi 24 novembre / Friday, November 24

👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Vendredi Fou with Michel Dorion, Bar Le Cocktail

Samedi 25 novembre / Saturday, November 25

👑 Mado Reçoit with Mado Lamotte, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drôles de Drags with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail

Dimanche 26 novembre / Sunday, November 26

👑 Le Tracy Show with Tracy Trash, Ruby Doll, Victoire de Rockwell and Marla Deer, Cabaret Mado

Mardi 28 novembre / Tuesday, November 28

👑 Full Gisèle with Gisèle Lullaby, Cabaret Mado

Mercredi 29 novembre / Wednesday, November 29

👑 Crystal Starz présente: Céline, encore un soir, Cabaret Mado 👑 Drag Race Brazil viewing party with Muz’Emma and Mob Dafok, District Video Lounge

Jeudi 30 novembre / Thursday, November 30

👑 Butterfly de nuit with Miss Butterfly, Bar Le Cocktail

[caffeinated-chaos-bean]

Got my EKG and the 2-way Chest x-rays done after work yesterday.

Though my bmp/heartrate wasn't triple digits like it can get to lately, the nurse did say I was slightly tachycardic. She said normal/average is anywhere between 50 and 80, so I'm assuming that I was probably in the mid to high 90s, which is believable. I walked down only one short hallway and then was sat down. While I felt my heartbeat, it wasn't enough to fully show how quick it spikes.

The last time I checked it on my own was when grocery shopping with my mother during the transition week between July and August, and just walking consistently through the isles had my heartrate at 144bmp according to my watch.

As for the chest x-rays, I had two done: a straight on view and a side view. Given it's a holiday weekend, I won't see those results show until probably Tuesday according to the nurses. However, I don't see my doctor this upcoming Tuesday so I'm sure that I'll be told those results at my next appointment with her.

In the meantime, I'm going to do what my doctor suggested as to just try to keep as my energy saved as I can, since the anemia and thrombocytopenia have been causing me massive fatigue. The B12 shots that I'll be getting for the next 6 months will help me feel a bit better, but more needs to be done to get me back in better health.

I'm just racking up the medical bills as this point lmao. Before finally seeing my new doctor I already was at $4,000+ that I keep having to adjust the payment plan for when a new bill gets added on. I actually hit my dang deductible this year between therapy, psychiatry, my carpel tunnel (De Quervain syndrome) surgery, upcoming phsyical therapy sessions, etc. I've watched my monthly payments go from being in the $30 range to now being $110 a month. :'3

I'm gonna go back to eating now.

[internationalicon]

How to Print a Digital Download from Etsy

The whole downloaded-file-to-framed-print-on-your-wall process breaks down like this:

- Save the file you purchased to your computer or thumbdrive.

- Take the file to a job printer and get it printed to the size you want.

- Take the printed file to a framer, and have it framed so it fits your décor.

Digital files are often much, much cheaper on Etsy than buying their physical item counterparts. Plus, when you buy a digital file, you can finetune it to the exact size you want for your own wall.  And once it’s printed, you can also choose the exact framing and matting combination you want.

Now, the details:

You were on Etsy or an artist’s website, and you fell in love with an image.  Perfect for your wall, but you’re not sure how the whole printing thing works.

Not to worry!  Lots of people use printable downloads every day for party decorations, invites, or coloring pages for kids (using their own home printer, if they have one), or for higher quality prestige printing for smashing wall art.  The following is a list of steps for accessing your digital downloads, and how to turn them into art you’ll be proud to see on your wall.

So, what’s a digital download, or ‘printable’?  It’s not a physical object; it’s an image file, in the form of 1s and 0s, saved on your computer or a thumbdrive.  You bought it, you keep it, and you can always print it, as many times as you like.  You can copy the file to two or three locations, so you don’t lose it.

Digital downloads come in various formats, including PDF, JPG, PNG, SVG, EPS, and more. Each type of file depends on what you need to use it for and how you are going to print it.  Printing services will specify which formats they need.

Etsy places the file to your account in the orders section and you can download it on a desktop.  They’ll also send you an email with a link to it.

Or, log into your account and click on “Purchases and Reviews.” Find the button that says “Download Files”.  If you run into troubles, there’s a Help page.  (Remember, you can’t access your digital download file through the mobile Etsy app.)

Now that it’s downloaded, you can open your file, just to check whether you have the right image at the right size.  You’ll need to use the right software. 

.bmp (Microsoft Windows Photos, Apple Preview or Apple Photos, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW)

.doc (Microsoft Word)

.gif (Microsoft Windows Photos, Apple Preview or Apple Photos, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW)

.jpeg (Microsoft Windows Photos, Apple Preview or Apple Photos, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW)

.jpg (Microsoft Windows Photos, Apple Preview or Apple Photos, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW)

.mobi (Calibre, Stanza, Sumatra PDF, Mobi File Reader, popular eReaders)

.mov (QuickTime, iTunes)

.mp3 (Windows Media Player or iTunes)

.mpeg (Windows Media Player, QuickTime)

.pdf (Adobe Acrobat Reader, Most Internet Browsers)

.png (Microsoft Windows Photos, Apple Preview or Apple Photos, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW)

.psp (Corel PaintShop Pro, Adobe Photoshop, ACD Systems Canvas)

.rtf (Microsoft Word, WordPad)

.stl (AutoDesk Viewer, Microsoft 3D Viewer, Microsoft Print 3D, ShareCAD)

.txt (Windows NotePad, TextEdit on Mac)

.zip (Usually, you can unzip a .zip file with any computer.)

.ePUB (Various eReaders)

.iBook (Internet browser or Apple iBooks)

You can print image files on home printers. This is great for low-resolution art up to 8.5” x 11”, like recipes, or sewing instructions.  The downside here is that the print will only be as good as the printer itself.  For larger wall art, the best move is to take your file to a professional printshop.

This can be done online, or it can be done in person. Local Walgreens and Costcos are often quite good.  You can upload your saved image file to them using their official website, and just pick up your image, printed the size you specify, on the paper you choose, the next time you’re in the neighborhood.  There are also online choices like Shutterfly or Vistaprint, who will ship you your prints in the mail.

You’ve got your print, and you love it.  But it’s just a big piece of paper right now; what about framing?  One easy option is to select a standard sized frame, mat and glass available at the local stores or mall shops, and insert your new print yourself.  Or maybe your print deserves first-cabin treatment, and you’ll want to check out the local frame shop for the right frame, matting and glass.  Either way, totally legit.  Then just hang it on the wall, and enjoy.

And that’s the whole process. Before you buy a digital download, you should check a couple of things:

- Be sure you have the software you’ll need to open the download at home, or be sure you know where online to find a site that will open the image (such as Photopea.com, for opening a layered .psd file, if you don’t happen to have Photoshop on your own machine).

- Be sure you understand the optimum print size of the download and its aspect ratio.  Artists generally will inform you that their image will look best at a certain size, say, 24” x 18”.  Printing it larger will seem overblown, with visible pixellation; printing it smaller will cause it to lose detail.

In other words, make sure the digital download fits your needs before you buy.

+++++++++++++

[luce-723]

My Own BMP Paint Sample!

After a failed attempt at getting paint mixed in B&Q, my mum suggested trying the Dulux shop instead. We went with pretty low hope, and after a conversation they said if I had a physical copy of the colour (instead of the codes or a photo on my phone) they would be able to scan it and create a colour match. The book, ‘Feminists Wear Pink and other lies’ by Scarlett Curtis, cover is the exact shade of BMP so I took this back and they made a colour match! When I left here, I went to the Range and bought a range of canvases, paintbrushes and Posca pens (paint markers) for my Poster presentation.

Painted Canvas:

I made a start at painting my canvases, I started with only 2 to see how the paint applied and the outcome of how it dries - the man in the Dulux shop said there is possibility of it drying lighter or darker but he was unsure unless it has been tested. From the photos I took straight away, I am extremely happy with the likeness to the cover of the book and I think it should dry more-or-less a perfect match. I will use these canvases for the base of my poster and I either plan on using Posca pens to write the information on or typing and printing information then sticking it directly onto the canvas.

[c9-3o]

OMG SHOP LIFTING

Okay so there are 3 girls they are in my grade Idk where they live so I'm not the one becs I have Bmp to start with in my grade

[iwebnext]

Optimizing Shopify Website Speed: 4 Tips from a Shopify Developer

In the ever-evolving world of e-commerce, having a fast and responsive website is crucial for success. If you're using Shopify as your e-commerce platform, you're in luck because it offers a robust foundation for building an online store. However, to ensure that your Shopify store performs at its best, you need to optimize it for speed. In this blog, we'll explore four tips for Shopify website development to help you build a faster website and improve your online business.

1. Choose the Right Theme:

One of the first decisions you'll make when setting up your Shopify store is selecting a theme. Your theme dictates the overall look and functionality of your website. However, not all themes are created equal when it comes to speed optimization. It's crucial to choose a theme that is well-coded and designed for performance.

Here are some tips for selecting the right theme:

Lightweight: Opt for a theme that is lightweight and doesn't include unnecessary features or bloated code. A lean theme will load faster and provide a better user experience.

Mobile-Friendly: Ensure that the theme is responsive and mobile-friendly. With the increasing use of mobile devices for online shopping, a mobile-optimized theme is essential for faster load times on smartphones and tablets.

Reviews and Recommendations: Read reviews and seek recommendations from other Shopify store owners who have used the theme you're considering. Their experiences can give you valuable insights into a theme's performance.

Customization Options: Look for a theme that offers customization options, so you can tailor it to your brand's unique requirements while still maintaining optimal performance.

Remember that you can always consult with a Shopify store development company to help you choose the right theme that aligns with your speed optimization goals.

2. Optimize Images and Videos:

Visual content plays a significant role in e-commerce, but it can also slow down your website if not optimized properly. High-resolution images and videos can cause longer load times, leading to a poor user experience. To maintain both the visual appeal and speed of your Shopify store, follow these image and video optimization tips:

Compress Images: Before uploading images to your store, compress them using tools like TinyPNG or ImageOptim. This reduces the file size without compromising image quality.

Use Proper File Formats: Choose the right file formats for images. For photographs, use JPEG, while PNG is better for images with transparency. Avoid using BMP or TIFF, which are large and slow to load.

Lazy Loading: Implement lazy loading for images and videos. This technique only loads media as the user scrolls down the page, reducing the initial load time.

Content Delivery Network (CDN): Utilize a CDN to distribute your media content across multiple servers worldwide. This can significantly improve loading times for users in different geographic locations.

3. Minimize Third-Party Apps:

Shopify offers an extensive app store with a wide range of third-party apps that can enhance your store's functionality. While these apps can be beneficial, they can also slow down your website if not used judiciously. Every app you install adds code to your site, potentially leading to performance issues.

Here's how you can optimize your use of third-party apps:

Evaluate Necessity: Regularly review the apps you've installed and assess whether they are still necessary for your store's operation. Remove any apps that you no longer use.

App Quality: Choose apps from reputable developers who prioritize performance and optimization. Read reviews and do some research before adding new apps to your store.

Minimize Code Overhead: Some apps load their code on every page of your website, even if their functionality is only required on specific pages. Work with a developer to reduce the code overhead and make sure apps load only where needed.

4. Caching and Page Speed Optimization:

Shopify provides built-in caching mechanisms and other features to enhance page speed. However, it's crucial to understand how to utilize these tools effectively:

Browser Caching: Leverage browser caching to store static assets locally on users' devices. This reduces the need to re-download assets on subsequent visits, resulting in faster load times.

Content Delivery Network (CDN): As mentioned earlier, using a CDN can help distribute content to users from the nearest server, reducing latency and improving page speed.

Minify CSS and JavaScript: Minification involves removing unnecessary white spaces and characters from CSS and JavaScript files, making them smaller and quicker to load.

Regularly Update Shopify: Ensure that your Shopify store is always up-to-date, as updates often include performance improvements and bug fixes.

Monitor Performance: Use tools like Google PageSpeed Insights, GTmetrix, or Shopify's built-in performance dashboard to regularly monitor your store's performance. This helps identify areas for improvement.

By implementing these four tips, you can build a faster Shopify website that not only enhances the user experience but also positively impacts your search engine rankings. Keep in mind that speed optimization is an ongoing process, and staying vigilant about your website's performance will pay off in the long run. If you're not confident in your ability to implement these strategies, consider working with a Shopify developer to ensure your store runs at its best and delivers a top-notch shopping experience to your customers.

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