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[asmoteeth]

Working on some oc stuff, it's been a HOT while since I've had an original character so I'm jumping all over the walls with silly ideas

[beansprean]

I always say Guillermo should get more fashionable as a vampire, so i made it happen - here's some of my favorite reds!

ty to @g0sts for being the perfect model~

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(ID in alt and under cut)

Full body of vampire Guillermo taking a mirror selfie and flashing a peace sign. His phone case is a photo of Armand. He is wearing a dark green button shirt with tiny red polka dots and gold capped collar wings, a gold bat bolo tie with red strings, red suspenders with gold fang shaped clasps, tight black pants, black boots with gold toe caps, a red overcoat with gold details and bat wing tails, red bolo earrings, and several gold jade and ruby rings.

Repeat. He is wearing a bright red suit with a darker shawl collar and gold buttons over a black leather corset top laced up to the bottom of his breastbone, red frill at the hem. He has black boots with gold heels, a gold hoop in one ear, and three strings of gold beads around his neck.

Repeat. He is wearing a pale brick red button shirt with darker stripes over a deeper red knit sweater vest with a chevron pattern, brown chinos, brown tassel loafers with a rose pattern, several white gold rings, ruby drop earrings, and a metal rose brooch with a chain pinned to his collar.

Repeat. He is wearing a red button shirt with a low cut collar and a bellflower pattern. The collar and cuffs are black with a red lace pattern and each hem is studded with pearls. He has a black belt with a silver buckle, dark brown striped chinos, brown derby shoes, double pearl earrings, two strings of pearls and a sapphire pendant at his neck, and multiple gold, silver, and sapphire studded rings on nearly every finger.

Repeat. He is wearing a red balloon-sleeved button shirt with a black fishnet and pearl pattern with some darker flowers over a dark blue cropped sweater vest, high waisted red jeans, and dark blue slippers. He has pearl drop earrings and a ring with a large ruby stone.

Repeat. He is wearing a black shirt with red buttons, a pair of ruby collar pins with a chain, a ruby drop earring, a red sweater with a knit heart pattern, plaid blackish blue chinos, black boots with a red rose pattern, and a black overcoat with red buttons and a double breasted collar on only one side, revealing a red silk interior.

Repeat. He is wearing a sheer lace button shirt in a curling flower pattern, a pair of collar pins resembling dripping blood, a red tie with gold studs, a red waistcoat with a darker flower lace pattern, dark green chinos, black combat boots, several gold rings, and gold fang shaped stud earrings.

Repeat. He is wearing a blue striped button shirt, a cropped red velvet waistcoat with gold buttons and pocket chain, a red ascot with a gold spider brooch, a gold drop earring, a dark blue suit jacket and matching trousers, glittery red and gold boots, a long dark red trenchcoat with a wing tip collar, and several gold rings.

Repeat. He is wearing a sheer button shirt with a bright red heart pattern over a black tank top, red jeans, ruby drop earrings, a silver heart shaped ring, and brown oxfords with a heart shaped toe cap. /end ID

[beefycupcakes]

I watched the Cars trilogy recently and with that came a wave of nostalgia and a strange desire to make my own designs for the cars as humans. Aka taking all the charm out of Cars but scratching the brain itch.

So, no need to drag out the intro any longer, I have some notes written out about em for those who might be interested or just bored.

Lightning McQueen:

I tried to make his suit look as professional as possible, with references pulled straight from McQueen's paint job/stickers, while also keeping in mind that I do intend to draw him more so I didn't want to go too crazy with the design. In a perfect world I would've let my maximalist cravings win, but alas let's keep it digestible for my sanity.

I feel like everyone's kinda on this unspoken agreement that McQueen as a human would pretty much look just like Owen Wilson, and that's the big picture here. I used Wilson as inspiration while tweaking and exaggerating a few things to my preference. (Okay, well not everyone, lmao.)

The chevron markings on the front cut off at the side seams not wrapping around the entire suit as to not clash with the sponsor logo on the back.

Also, he's wearing special gloves to help him grip & have control over the steering wheel. I think sometimes that looks a little weird when his sleeves are down & cuffed, but I just feel like he needs to have the gloves there— especially when he comes out of the top half of the suit. (It's also lowkey supposed to mirror his 4 tires when you consider his shoes are also black.)

So yeah, that's basically all I have to to say regarding Lightning McQueen's page. I feel like a lot of my design choices are self explanatory and, honestly probably shared universally... I mean, he's really cut & dry. (But I love him ⚡︎)

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Mater:

I'm not gonna lie, Mater was a bit challenging for me. I definitely had to step out of my comfort zone but I wanted to stay true to the character and not butcher anything.

My first thought was to give him a fishing pole to substitute for the tow hook— but then the more I was thinking about it, the more that felt so... out of place? Radiator Springs is in Arizona, which is (not entirely, but mostly depicted in the movie as) a desert. And even though there are beautiful bodies of water in Arizona, in the movie I don't recall seeing any prominent ones, at least in relation to Mater. So, scratch that, instead I gave him a lasso, which isn't supposed to entirely substitute for the tow truck— no, he still drives a tow truck, but the lasso is so he can grab people/things similarly to Tow Truck Mater (very cartoony). My explanation for this is the cattle ranch. Yeah, Mater is a tow truck driver but perhaps he has a side hustle, or hobby, if you will.

Also, I didn't want to make him... dirty(??) Like, yeah, of course, Mater would obviously get a bit filthy from time to time, it's just in his nature, but that is NOT going to be the core of my design. In regards to the rust happening on him, I felt like instead I would substitute this with being very tan. Again, Arizona is a desert. Because of this, he would take off his shirt often, and this would substitute for the missing hood like on Tow Truck Mater. The removal of the shirt also reveals just how tan Mater actually is.

It's his uniformed overalls that have his original aqua color, but from years of wear & tear they've been patched up with brown patches, this would also reference the rusting. The one strap is supposed to mimic the one headlight being broken, and I know that's a stretch, believe me, I wanted to do something with his eyes but eyes are not the headlights in the Cars universe..... think about this. Think about it really hard... if you know what the headlights are in the Cars universe then this actually makes perfect sense.

He is taller and wider than McQueen, which is a reference to the literal frame of their vehicle counterparts. (A little hard to picture with these images, but eventually I'll draw them together!)

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That's all I have to say really, but do let me know what you guys think! Gas it up and it might encourage me to make a part 2 with some of the other characters! Who would you like to see next? ♡ Thank you so much for reading & have a great day, Kachow!!

[quibbs126]

I started making this Tuesday and finished today

I’m not entirely sure what my intention originally was, I think I might have been attempting to draw various Ratchets. Or just g1 Ratchet, but then I realized I made him too small to just post him alone

I got myself some references for g1, I think his IDW self (they were on the same page), Cyberverse, Animated and Prime. So I might have been trying to draw all of them, but I’m not sure

But yeah, I drew g1 Ratchet, and then I decided to draw Cyberverse him, because he had a neat design

For my first attempt at the style, I don’t think it turned out horrible? Not the best though, and I especially need to work on the arm joints

Also none of them have hands because I was too lazy to give them any. So just ignore the lack of hands

Anyways, so after that (but also on Tuesday, I just finished the lineart and colors today) I think I was trying to combine features to get a Ratchet design I’d like to draw. It was mostly these two for inspiration, but there was also a bit of the IDW design I took as well. But also it’s mostly in the head, I didn’t care much about the rest of it

I don’t think I intended to use the CV eye lines, but I wanted something and just ended up doing that. Might change them later. I also gave him the big eyebrows because I thought it suited him. Grumpy old man

I gave him the antenna because I thought he’d have one. Like he needs to keep the radio on in case anyone needs his assistance (and he’s surrounded by idiots)

I gave him circles and the simple chevron because it’s just easier for me to draw and I’m lazy

I gave him the sirens from CV because I liked them. I also gave him the thing in the back because it looks like a backpack and I like that on him, I like to read it as a pack with his medical stuff, even if it probably isn’t

But on to colors, I do wish I could have more red, but admittedly there isn’t much else to put it in the little I drew. So fair enough

But also, I didn’t want to give him the red chevron. That’s like, the common chevron color, and I like how he didn’t follow that in his g1 design, being grey instead. But the grey isn’t in much else of his colors, and the red would be more consistent. And also, I like the white with red accents, it fits him as the medic. So I don’t really know how to get rid of the problem here. I guess the best solution is to change other chevrons?

I’m also debating changing his eye color from blue. I consider it with most of the Autobots (and I would the Decepticons, but I haven’t really drawn them), since they almost all have blue eyes, and I want variety. I think Ratchet can still have blue eyes, since it kind of fits, at least with the blue half of the sirens. If I were to get rid of that, maybe his eye color could change, but I’m not entirely sure what to. I know I tried yellow and red, but maybe I need to expand

But yeah, I don’t know. I finished this, wanted to share it. I really do need to get better at figuring out vehicle modes/the rest of the body. Probably need better references than the g1 cartoon

[speedy-angel1]

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Fave swift tour outfits??

SO HARDDD. Here are my faves from each era:

Pink Lover Bodysuit + Pink Jacket.

OG Short Gold Fearless Dress

Taylor's Version Red Shirt

Wonderstruck Speak Now Dress

Gold Rep Body Suit

Cream Folkmore dress

OG Pink 1989, or Pink and Green new 1989 set

Who's Afraid TTPD dress + white set

OG Yellow SS dress, or new Supernova SS dress

Dark Purple Lavender Haze shirt + Chevron bodysuit

Thanks for asking!! 🫶

[brandwhorestarscream]

Have you got any hcs you give to different frame types like in behaviours or habits and culture. Like miners, warframe.seekers, praxian etc.

I always find it so hard to find other world building lore and hcs on other frame types. Usually only seeker stuff which I love. Just don’t know anything about grounders.

Oh and if you know any places I can find some please recommend them. :]

I've been holding onto this ask for a little while and I really wanna do it well but. All I have concretely are seeker thoughts (._. )

Sooo time to wing it and talk about the few things that I do have! I could talk to you about the entire political sphere of Vos and the intricacies of its independent society, but... I don't have near as much detail and planning for any of the other cities. I guess the only ones that come close are Polyhex and Crystal City, but that's not what we're here for

I'm rambling. I'll stop now. ANYWAY. Thoughts about warframes... 🤔 admittedly these may not be very spicy, but have some more homey ones, typically set in the context before or void of their oppression:

- Warframes in general are very touchy but private people. Under unfamiliar eyes they may seem cold and apathetic or even disdainful, but in a comfortable social context they're actually rather tactile. Not just in the very tender ways seen among close family, but in more playful, heavy ways among friends. Many activities were social for them, and they tend to form strong bonds with their groups and clans. Bathing was one of the most common social activities, helping wash each other's backs and preening transformation seams.

- Frametypes best suited for mining really, really enjoy a good cave so long as it's not functioning as a prison. Many of them have very sensitive optics, meant to see in near complete darkness, so strobe lights or particularly bright sunshine will have them flinching back before their vision adjusts. Too long in too bright light can cause optic strain or even migraines, if they're unlucky. Caves are the perfect remedy for that, and most miners really love a dark, personalized place with natural walls on all sides and a ceiling above them. Perfect, dark, safe den

- Next is the Praxians. My most outstanding idea for them is that their chevrons and doorwings are very important sensory organs. Their wings function almost like a second pair of optics, reading changes in the wind and the airspace behind them, giving them a much more articulate awareness of their surroundings than most. On the other side, their chevrons are very sensitive, packed with nearly 3x the normal amount of sensory nodes compared to the rest of their bodies. With it they can detect changing moisture or gases in the air, as well as more acutely hone in on scents and temperature changes. In Praxian families, the most intimate form of greeting or comfort is to press one's forehead against another's, letting their chevrons line up and gently touch. Done right, it can stimulate warmth and calm just as holding something warm in your hands can, and to touch someone's chevron without their position is the gravest insult and is legally classified as assault.

Sorry there's not more of these! I tried my best, so I hope you were at least a little entertained 😅 if you wanna chat more about any of these, you know where to find me ^-^

[cha0s-boyy]

[ID: six cartoony digital drawings of furry characters. 1. a mallard duck in a suit, from the chest up. he has one wing raised in front of his body, flight feathers working as fingers. his suit is navy blue with an orange tie with a cloud-shaped tie clip, and he also has a white neckerchief partway up his neck, and rectangular glasses. he also has human-like green and teal hair. he has a nervous expression. 2. a halfbody of an anthro african wild dog. they have mostly black fur with a lime green chest and belly, red scars, and red inner ears. they are wearing a lime green mask with red cheek circles and eyebrow dots. the mouth is open in a smile. one of their eyes is drippy and static patterned, and the other is a dull filmy gray. they have one paw raised in a wave, showing red paw pads. they are wearing a lime green collar with red spikes. 3. a fullbody of an aeromorph. they have no ears, an airplane tail, wings on their back, a windshield as their eyes, and a propeller on their nose. she is white with black on the ends of her wings, tail, fingers, nose, and feet, and her propeller is yellow. they are wearing a black shirt with a caution sign on it, a black and pink coat with yellow X-shapes on the arms and pockets and cyan fur on the collar, a green belt, a black pleated skirt with a yellow stripe around the bottom, goggles on her forehead, and striped legwarmers, one black and pink, the other black and green. she is smiling, and is posed so she appears to be floating, body at an angle, arms out, and one leg higher than the other. 4. a fullbody of an aeromorph, an anthropomorphic airplane. they have a round body with short legs, no ears, an airplane tail, wings on their back, round windows on their neck, and a propeller on their nose. they are white with blue wave markings on their wings, stripes on their feet and tail, and a chevron on their chest. they have on blue goggles. they are standing with one paw raised and are smiling with their mouth closed. 5. a headshot of a possum sparkleanimal. they have black and white fur with rainbow stripes on their snout, rainbow tear tack markings on their cheeks, and pink inner ears, as well as a spiky blue mane. their nose is pale pink, their teeth are pale blue, and their eyes are a hot pink and yellow gradient. they are smiling but have their brow furrowed, giving them a mischievous expression. 6. a bust of an anthro sparkledog. he has purple-black fur with red, yellow, and blue markings on his snout, cheeks, and ears, a pointy violet nose, and a blue mohawk. one of his ears stands straight up, and the other is floppy and has an industrial piercing in it. he has X-shaped pupils, with one red and one violet eye. he is wearing a pink, green, and blue tie-dye hoodie. he is smiling with his mouth mostly closed but with teeth visible at the corner, and one brow is furrowed while the other is open. /end ID]

*guy who has a month backlog of artfight attacks because he sucks at posting*

[gold-lightcycle]

Bio on my second Tron OC (1982/Encom Grid), Val!!

Designation: Program (Encom Grid) Name: Val (Short for "Vending/Retail All-In-One Logistics", also a play on the name Valerie) Username: Her User is Tiffany (aka Tiff) Pronouns: she/her Age: (Complied sometime in the early 80s) Occupation: Retail Database Management, retail music play tracking.

Height: 5'7" / 171cm

Build: Average build, Slightly above average fat to muscle mass Hair: When she's not wearing a helmet: dark shade of gray (since it's the Encom grid), bangs, hair held in a high off-center ponytail by a circuit covered scrunchie. Eye color: dark gray Light line color: hot pink (like, OBVIOUSLY!) Appearance: Body-wise, Val shares the exact same appearance as Tiffany: Average, more on the curvy side. In most Games, she'll wear the typical warrior helmet, but outside of that (or in games that aren't as dangerous), she'll wear her hair out with a circuit-covered headband covering her forehead. Her outfit: A full-body grid suit, similar to most of the typical program outfits, except a lot more "thin" and with not too many circuitry patterns. Near the neckline, there's a circuit with a shape in the middle that gives off the impression of a necklace. Right above her knees, she has a circuit pattern that looks like a chevron. Over that, she wears a high-cut aerobics style leotard that has a bit more complex circuit patterns all along the length of the front. On the back, there are a few more patterns (including circular ring-like paths on each side contouring…umm… the butt shape). Over that, she has the typical warrior belt. On top, she wears an off-shoulder crop top made of a similar fabric to the warrior togas/loincloths. She also wears wrist gauntlets similar to Clu1, along with form-fitting gloves on her hands. On occasion, she will wear neon glowing "jelly bracelet"-like…bracelets that hang somewhat loose from the wrist guards (they're loose but they don't fall, almost like the bracelets are magnetic to the wrist guards. She has legwarmers similar to Yori, with a broad horizonal circuit stripe that encircles near the top of it. Her "shoes" under that look similar to a basic, digital version of Reebok high-tops, with no lacing. About: Val was compiled in Encom's mainframe, in a sector used for projects and more consumer-friendly programs. She was originally written to track retail clothing sales, which she thinks is like "so, TOTALLY cool to see trends and top sellers!" Over time, she gained new tasks from her user, including music jukebox play tallies, and even as a scheduling utility for aerobics classes. She befriended Clu1 from a chance encounter (he explained to her that his user Flynn was trying to fix some overcharges on some shirts.) She would occasionally accompany him in his tank on his many (not-so-legal) adventures to please Clu's user….. …and also because Val was TOTALLY hooking up with him constantly.

Personality: Val has the spirit of Tiffany embedded in her, and of course, that means she's an 80's valley girl at heart. She is high-energy, with a heavy valspeak accent (which translates into the system as program/grid twists on a few different sayings). She's always eager to meet new programs and recruit them into her friend circle. When she (or her friends) are intimidatedor threatened, she can become a ruthless Mean Girl (RIP to all the red warrior elites that crossed her path the wrong way). Sometimes her passions get the best of her, and she can get easily annoyed when things don't end up the way she had originally calculated. Despite being written for retail and basic music data maintenance, she LOVES the games (when they're safe for everyone). She's also got a lustful side like Tiff that tends to make her a little too mischeivous at times.

Can others draw this OC?: YES FOR BOTH SFW AND NSFW!! (just let me know first )

[herhopeistreacherous]

She loves YOYOK, she loves the chevron body suit, she loves the biblically accurate Fearless dress.

[nightbringer24]

The Swordwind Rises chapter 2 WIP

Very much a rough draft, so it will need some refining.

Chapter 2

 The roar of the bombards still echoed in Sir Gregor’s ears as he looked out over the battlefield that had once been the wonderfully field of yellow that was Goldfields. It was now a place of death and ruin: arrows and quarrels stuck out from the ground at angles like big ugly flowers, many sticking out of the writhing, pained bodies of the unfortunate men they struck. As the lines of Royalists and rebels closed on the other, the already serried ranks closed together. Spears, bills and halberds bristled outwards from both lines as they converged in the horrible crash of melee. Lordly knights and their retinues, encased in armour and adorned in their blazonry, became swallowed in the press of bodies, lost to sight.

“Thank the gods I’m not in there.”

The voice to Gregor’s right makes him turn, looking at the round formerly face of Gregory de Whitland, the man’s gold-lined visor raised from his bascinet. The man’s visage, usually one of joviality and mirth, was severe as he looked at the battle before him, specifically the company fighting under his own banner: a yellow field bearing the Sun In Her Glory in black, a thick blue stripe above bearing two white towers. The blue of his heraldry almost matched the blue of his armour.

“I pray the War Maiden keeps my son safe today.”

Gregor cast his eye out over the battle array, searching amidst the panoply of flags, trying to find among the myriad of colours for Gregor’s son. He found it quickly, the young man fighting under his father’s banner, the device repeated on his own armour and shield but with the addition of a red three-pointed bar over the blue field and white charges at top. Around him were other men-at-arms, their colours a near dizzying whirlpool of colour as they fought to protect their young lord with lance and poleaxe.

“He will be save,” Gregor said simply, nodding at his own words. “The War Maiden keeps her love for the young and the foolish.”

The other knight nodded his head, even as he leant down slightly from his saddle to take his lance from his squire, a lad in a half-suit of armour and brigandine. Hefting the weapon, Gregory seemed to check its weight and balance before lowering it so the base of the lance was on his foot.

“So we do this,” Gregory de Whitland said flatly. “We do this duty, for the king.”

“For the king.”

The voice came from Gregor’s other side, Sir Stephen de Hartburh, the man dour as he held his visor up. His helmet was still giving him problems after Grendale, letting the man’s thick, bearded face look out at the world. His focus was on the enemy this time. Seeming to sense his master’s temperament, his barded horse stamped on the ground impatiently, kicking up dust against its cloth covering. Brown dirt splashed against the blue and white colours split vertically, just missing the three red stag’s heads.

Gregor didn’t say anything else in reply as he turned his attention away from the battle to see the other knights around him. Including him, there were six riders in total. Each one was a man-at-arms, a knighted warrior of the king. Though they were not members of the royal guard, each man was loyal to the king. Loyal enough to be chosen for this mission. Loyal enough to be marked by a black bar fastened to their armour and a black diamond placed on their back. A symbol of allegiance, a symbol of the action they were about to commit.

A clarion sounded from the battle, shrill, loud and clear over the din.

“Florin’s mercenaries are moving forward!” Gregory called out, drawing the group’s attention. True to the knight’s words, a body of men had pushed forward against the rebel lines. Under a large red flag split by a white chevron and another flag of three vertical black and yellow stripes with a red lion lying down, a group of Argossian mercenaries had charged forward. Sent by the son of the Marquess de Tor Crassel, Lord Nicolas de Crassel, the force of over a hundred foreign fighters in brightly coloured armour viciously bulled into rebel lines with polearms and pikes, shouting crude oaths as they killed and died, urged on by their captain mounted on his armoured destrier as he waved his baton at them. The royal line bulged forward while the rebel line bowed inwards, before it quickly broke, the mercenaries spilling into the enemy.

Another clarion call, two blasts this time.

“That’s the signal!” Sir Stephen barked out, letting his visor fall into place before he retrieved his own lance from his squire. “Get ready, brothers!”

Turning in his saddle, Gregor reached behind him and took his own lance, one streaked with green, blue and white stripes down its length, from Stepan. The lad’s eyes were wide open with unease, his face sticking out from his visorless bascinet.

“No matter what happens, Stepan, do not follow me,” The knight commanded, his eyes not leaving those of his squire. “This is my command for you.”

Stepan didn’t say anything, though his face was tight with emotion as he nodded his head. Taking that as his answer, Gregor turned back to the front as he slapped his visor down. The clarion sounded again, the same two blasts.

As one, the six knights spurred their horses forward, the beasts moving forward at a walk. For a moment, the group moved straight for the break in the line, which was now beginning to wide as the Argossian mercenaries broadened the hole, being joined by dismounted men-at-arms from Adretia and other soldiers. However, they gently turned their horses to the side, beginning to ride parallel to the line. Far enough to be safe from anyone who wished them harm, but close enough to see the line of battle.

The plan set by the king had worked. To shore up the break in the line, the rebels had pulled companies from their right flank, leaving that position understrength. A fact that was abundantly clear as a mass of cavalry thundered past Sir Gregor and his fellows, made up of lesser men-at-arms and sergeants on swift, unarmoured horses to smash into the rebel lines. Men and horses screamed as the two forces met. Bodies were smashed aside by their horses and under them, riders were pulled from saddles by polearms and halberds, and man and beast died together.

But they broke the line, and spurring their horses into a swift trot, the group of knights took advantage of the new gap. Spurs bit into the flanks of horses and they dashed forward, a fast-moving rainbow of colour rushing past dying men and wounded horses. Not a single knight looked back as they breached the rebel line and turned to their right, towards their target.

A mixed group of knights and retainers stood just behind the enemy line, three large banners held aloft on high lances, three banners known readily to the group and specifically pointed out to them as their target. A number had turned to face the break in their lines, and they now saw the six knights heading towards them with lances. Panic rippled through them as they tried to respond to the situation now unfolding.

“For the king!” Gregory bellowed out from behind his visor, the voice echoing oddly as he lowered his lance and kicked his spurs into his horse again, turning the canter into a full gallop. The knights around him copied the action as they took up the cry.

“For the king!”

Horses sped forward, straight as an arrow’s flight as they dashed at the rebel commanders. The weakest willed dropped their weapons and fled, both on foot and mounted, while the stoutest stood their ground with weapons held at the ready. But the knights could not be denied.

With a brutal crash of metal and flesh, the knights struck home. Time and colour bled away around Sir Gregor as his lance sped forward, preparing to skewer his target. A familiar face. A familial face. Family.

“Cousin!” Gregor called out, tears streaming down his face beneath his visor as his lance took Ronald just beneath his chin, piercing through the maille…

 “My lord…”

[leam1983]

The Poetry of Bodies

Shark Tank is on, but I'm not watching. The volume's turned way down. I'm sitting in Walt's lap, and he's pulled me into an ebb and flow of deep kisses, with no real expectation of anything further.

His hands and arms are bracing my back as he does, and he stops only to part an arm to receive Sarah on his other knee. They kiss just as deeply, just as slowly. The triangle then completes itself as Sarah cradles my head and kisses me, with Walt looking on in absolute tenderness.

For the next twenty minutes, we nuzzle and kiss without any specific order, and without any need to hurry. I rest my forehead against's Sarah's, grin and whisper. "I love that Green Lantern shirt on you," I tell her. She grins back.

"I know."

Thick and warm fingers brush my cheek. Slowly, I lean my side into Walt's chest and press my nose into his double chin.

"I love that specific red necktie of yours," I tell him. "I love the pinky rings you wore today."

"I wore them for you," he softly replies. "The both of you." A few moments later, he thanks me for our impromptu cigar break over lunchtime and thanks Sarah for the fried bananas.

Contented silence stretches into place, Walt sitting up a little too straight, for once, to be able to let go and conk out. His eyelids are heavy, but I can tell his appreciation of the moment is numbing him to his own habits. He's had a few weeks to fill in his mustache, but it's still more of a chevron than a walrus; if a very fuzzy one.

"It's been lasting for a few days," he then adds, "since the latest therapy session, actually; but I don't think I've ever been this happy before in my life. We're running a tiny business from a flat we split the rent in threes for, and I feel like I'm riding off of a million-dollar payout. Something doesn't fit," he jokes.

Silence again. All we do is exchange glances. One look has Walt help Sarah scooch closer, another glance sees me getting the same treatment. One voice command later, the lights are at their absolute lowest. None of us move so much as a finger.

Even awake, Walt has the deepest breaths of all three of us. Each of them feels like a love declaration.

I stop counting his breaths. Eventually, he speaks again, his voice now resolutely sluggish with encroaching sleep. "I don't think we'd qualify as alive even if you added all three of our blood pressure readouts together. We're the coolest cats on the block."

I can't help but laugh. Right on, Daddy-O. Despite that, Walt needs another five or six minutes to bring himself to some semblance of movement.

"Sleepy, sport?"

I definitely am. We kiss and hug Sarah, wish her good night, remind her for the nth time that she's welcome to slip into bed with us whenever she wants, and then trundle to bed.

Walt's eyes turn small and beady almost instantly, as though there were some sort of gentle masochism in pushing back the urge to just drop right then and there. In the early days, Walt sometimes slept in his clothes and with the covers on, proving that there's a measure of fetishism to his sartorial sense. Now, however, there's a kind of quietly orgiastic feel to the way he follows his nighttime routine, letting himself hover just above somnambulism as he quietly mutters while removing his pinky rings and slowly, carefully undoing his tie. I kick off my shoes wherever on my side of the bed, he carefully lays his Oxfords next to the bedside table and refuses to toss his clothes aside. I'm already in bed that he's still hanging up his suit jacket and inspecting his vest to see if it could pass another weekday. He undoes his dress shirt with languid gestures someone else would find particularly enticing, exposing a good old-fashioned wife-beater. Everything gets set aside, sorted for laundry and meticulously ordered even if by now, there's half-conscious snores clinging to his breath.

Sometimes, he drops like a stone even before lying down. He sits on his side of the bed, listlessly lifts a foot and fails to muster enough conscience for the needed weight transfer, and just lets his chin slowly drop to his chest. On particularly exhausting days, I let it slide. He'll wake himself up anyway, his neck's position pinching his trachea and all but guaranteeing he'll eventually straighten his neck while letting lose with a rip-roarer of a snore. In these case, he'll give me a bleary-eyed look, check the alarm clock and then complete the expected process.

Not tonight, though. There's just enough energy left for him to lower himself in bed and to part an arm for me. His right arm doesn't so much as need instructions from his mind to tap the bedside table lamp off, and something tells me he's already well and truly gone even if he's still performing micro-adjustments. As ever, he then quietly groans and relaxes, which means my round of meditation begins. If I paid attention to my soundscape, I wouldn't be able to sleep at all. He's forgotten his CPAP, but is struggling in that unique way of his you could translate as being an impossible mix between slight discomfort and complete abandonment. I've never had the nerve to wake him up, and know he's likely to do so on his own. This is just the basking phase of his night, anyway - he'll hook up his machine in ten to fifteen minutes, guaranteed.

It's strange: sleep clinic videos like those I've had to consult for Dad's own research show you borderline-operatic cases where honest pain is threaded through every breath, and I instead get the sense that Walt's Garfield reincarnated as a human. He's obese, makes a racket in bed; and yet there's the ghost of a smile on his features.

He's someplace warm and comfortable, someplace familiar and safe I couldn't reach even if I were a Vulcan and tried to Mind Meld my way into his dreams - and every noisy intake of air still exudes gratitude.

[tortured-poets-society]

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Fave swift tour outfits??

hi! :) i'd say the original pink and blue body suit and the barbie pink body suit, the barbie pink the man jacket, the gold fearless dress, the yellow dress and cape that she wore when she performed willow, the chevron body suit and i also love the outfits that she wore during wtny at the 1989 tour! more specifically, the purple skirt+ silver jacket combination is my favorite. her ootw body suit is beautiful as well, and the skirt that she attached to it during the wildest dreams/enchanted mashup too!

[mrslumber1]

Why Mr Slumber’s Luxury Upholstered Beds Are Worth Every Penny

When it comes to investing in a bed, the decision goes far beyond the price tag. A bed is a sanctuary—a place of relaxation, rejuvenation, and comfort after a long day. When you choose luxury upholstered beds, you are choosing a sleep experience that transcends ordinary rest. It’s about indulging in exquisite craftsmanship, elegant design, and superior comfort, all of which combine to elevate your bedroom into a haven of luxury.

Uncompromising Quality: A Foundation of Comfort

The allure of Mr Slumber’s luxury upholstered beds begins with their commitment to quality. Each piece is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials that not only ensure longevity but also provide unparalleled comfort. Whether it's the plush fabric or the solid structure of the frame, every element is designed to offer both aesthetics and functionality.

From the carefully selected upholstered bed frames UK to the exceptional padding and foam, these beds are engineered to support your body throughout the night. Comfort isn't just about softness; it’s about creating a balance between support and suppleness, and Mr Slumber has mastered this art.

The Durest Sandringham mattress is a prime example of the care put into the creation of these beds. Known for its pocket springs and durability, it is the perfect complement to any luxury upholstered bed. When paired with these beds, the result is a sleep experience that offers both support and relaxation.

Aesthetic Appeal: Transforming Your Bedroom into a Luxury Retreat

The design of Mr Slumber’s upholstered beds UK speaks volumes about sophistication and elegance. Available in a range of styles, from classic to contemporary, these beds suit every taste and bedroom décor. The white upholstered bed is a timeless choice, exuding freshness and understated elegance. Its neutral tone allows for easy integration into any interior, whether your bedroom embraces a minimalist or maximalist style.

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The craftsmanship is evident in the upholstered bed frames UK, which combine classic elegance with modern sensibilities. These beds are not simply designed for sleeping—they are designed to be the centerpiece of your bedroom, offering both function and flair. The high-end fabrics and refined stitching details make each bed a masterpiece in its own right.

Durability: Built to Last

One of the most compelling reasons to invest in luxury upholstered beds is their durability. Unlike cheaper alternatives, which may sag or lose their shape over time, these beds are built to endure. The solid construction and premium materials used in Mr Slumber’s beds ensure that they remain a staple in your bedroom for many years to come.

Each bed frame, whether it’s the Atlas upholstered bed frame or the Dusk small double bed, is made with attention to detail and longevity. The frames are reinforced for stability, and the upholstery is carefully secured to prevent damage, ensuring that the bed stays in pristine condition even with everyday use.

When you choose Mr Slumber’s luxury beds, you are making a long-term investment in both style and functionality. These beds are built to withstand the test of time, so you can rest assured that you won’t have to replace them prematurely.

Customizable Features: Tailor Your Bed to Your Exact Preferences

Personalization is at the heart of Mr Slumber’s offerings. With a variety of colors, textures, and designs available, you can tailor your luxury upholstered bed to suit your personal style and the aesthetic of your bedroom. The customization options allow you to select the fabric that best compliments your existing décor, ensuring a seamless integration of your bed into the space.

Whether you prefer a deep, luxurious velvet for a lavish feel or a subtle linen for a more relaxed atmosphere, there is an option to suit every preference. And with beds like the Harry upholstered bed, which is both plush and luxurious, there is a sense of indulgence that is hard to replicate.

The Perfect Complement to Your Mattress

While the luxury upholstered bed frames provide the foundation for comfort, the mattress you choose is just as important. Mr Slumber offers a range of mattresses that pair perfectly with these beds, including the pocket sprung mattress options. The mattress selection includes models like the 1000 pocket sprung mattress and the king size pocket sprung mattress, which provide the perfect balance of support and comfort.

The pocket springs in these mattresses work independently to respond to your body’s weight, ensuring that you enjoy an uninterrupted night of sleep. Combined with the plush, supportive structure of Mr Slumber’s luxury upholstered beds, the result is an unparalleled sleep experience that prioritizes both comfort and durability.

Elevating Your Sleep Experience: The Mr Slumber Difference

The decision to choose a luxury upholstered bed from Mr Slumber is more than just a purchase; it’s a step toward improving your overall well-being. Sleep is vital for health, and investing in a quality bed can have a significant impact on your quality of rest. By selecting one of Mr Slumber’s beds, you are choosing to invest in your comfort, style, and overall health.

These beds are designed with your sleep needs in mind, offering the perfect balance of support and comfort. The design, materials, and construction are all geared toward providing an environment that fosters restfulness, ensuring that you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to face the day.

Versatility in Design: Perfect for Any Bedroom

Mr Slumber’s luxury upholstered beds are versatile enough to fit into a wide range of bedroom sizes and themes. Whether you are furnishing a master bedroom, a guest room, or a smaller space, these beds offer flexibility in design and size. From the single bed upholstered frames UK to the larger options like the king size upholstered bed, you can find the perfect bed to suit your room’s dimensions and your comfort needs.

The design of these beds doesn’t just complement your space—it enhances it. The luxury headboards add an extra layer of elegance, providing a striking visual focal point for the room. Whether you are looking for a classic, understated headboard or something more dramatic, Mr Slumber has a range of options to meet your needs.

Conclusion: A Wise Investment in Comfort and Style

When it comes to selecting a bed, Mr Slumber’s luxury upholstered beds are undoubtedly worth every penny. The combination of high-quality materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and attention to detail ensures that these beds will not only provide unparalleled comfort but also elevate the aesthetic of your bedroom. Whether you choose the luxurious Chevron bed or the more understated Austin bed, each piece is designed to provide a restful and stylish sleep experience.

Investing in a luxury upholstered bed from Mr Slumber is an investment in your well-being and the overall ambiance of your bedroom. With a range of designs, customizable features, and durable construction, these beds are a long-term solution for those who value both style and comfort.

For those seeking a perfect match, pairing one of Mr Slumber’s luxury beds with a quality mattress, such as the Durest Sandringham mattress, will enhance the sleep experience further. Ultimately, choosing a bed from Mr Slumber means you are selecting not just a place to sleep, but a sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation.

[frogsandfries]

The weather cleared up yesterday and today, leading me to wonder why it is that clouds and gloom make me want to hibernate. How much of it is in my head? How much of it is actually my body's reaction to the atmospheric changes themselves?

Anyway, my sister took me to get the new brain drug I'm going to try out. They highly encourage me to take it in the morning, obviously with food. The pharmacist also gave me the usual schpiel about suicidal thoughts, which always makes me think.

I was explaining to my sister, when I first went on anti-d's, I did a little research. At the time, it seemed that most life-ending actions taken when a person is starting antidepressants usually seem to be taken as a person is feeling better in their body--they have more physical energy--but the medication hasn't quite reached their brain yet.

Right now, I'm as chirpy-chipper as one can be when they've left their home to help family only to turn out not to be much help but hey, I've got like fifty bracelets that I'm intensely interested in working up as quickly as possible. I'm going to get some answers to help figure out which solution will be the right one for my carpal tunnel and I'll be back to writing and drawing and hauling things around, like cats, groceries and garbage.

The cherry on top will be getting assessed for ADHD and/or autism and getting some proper documentation and maybe education for a job path that will better suit me. I honestly don't believe switching medication is what would medically be what gives me suicidal thoughts, and I haven't thought of leaving the chat since I started college.

Anyway, I need a nap. Hopefully, I can finish this bordered chevron bracelet soon here. I'd really like to skip to one of the more elaborate, detailed normal friendship bracelets that I've prepared embroidery thread for.

[woodlooktile45]

Wood Look Tile Planks

Wood Look Tile Planks: Why You’d Want Them and How They’re Great

Introduction

Wood look tile planks have gained popularity in recent years as an innovative and appealing flooring option that blends the timeless elegance of hardwood with the durability and versatility of ceramic or porcelain tile. This modern flooring solution provides the beauty of natural wood without some of the challenges associated with traditional wood floors. Whether you’re redesigning your home’s interior, updating a commercial space, or simply exploring new flooring options, wood look tile planks present a durable and attractive solution.

In this article, we’ll explore why wood look tile planks have become a favored choice for many homeowners and designers, discuss the many benefits they offer, and highlight how they add value, beauty, and resilience to a variety of spaces.

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1. Why You’d Want Wood Look Tile Planks

Wood look tile planks have an undeniable appeal because they mimic the classic beauty of hardwood while providing several practical advantages. For those seeking the warmth and character of wood flooring without the higher maintenance and vulnerability to moisture, these tiles offer a smart alternative. Here are a few reasons why many opt for this flooring option:

Moisture Resistance: Traditional hardwood is prone to warping and swelling when exposed to moisture, making it less suitable for areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and basements. Wood look tile planks, on the other hand, are made of ceramic or porcelain, materials that are highly resistant to water. This allows you to achieve a wood look in areas where natural wood would struggle.

Ease of Maintenance: Unlike hardwood floors that require special cleaners, regular polishing, and protection from spills, wood look tile planks are much simpler to care for. With a mop and regular household cleaners, they maintain their luster and beauty over time. They are scratch-resistant and hold up well under foot traffic, making them ideal for families with pets or children.

Eco-Friendly Choice: Choosing wood look tile planks can be a more sustainable option, as it eliminates the need for real wood harvesting. Ceramic and porcelain tiles can be made from more abundant materials, reducing the impact on forests while still achieving the natural aesthetic many desire.

2. Design Versatility

One of the standout features of wood look tile planks is their versatility in design. They are available in various finishes, colors, and grain patterns, allowing you to create a look that perfectly aligns with your style, whether you prefer rustic charm, modern minimalism, or something in between.

Variety of Colors and Textures: Wood look tile planks come in various shades, from light oak to deep mahogany, as well as in distressed, reclaimed, or polished finishes. This flexibility makes them suitable for any color scheme or design vision. Plus, advanced printing techniques have made it possible for these tiles to realistically mimic the texture and grain of real wood.

Size and Pattern Flexibility: Tile planks are available in different sizes, allowing you to experiment with different layouts. You can opt for standard plank arrangements or even create intricate herringbone or chevron patterns for a more dramatic effect. With wood look tile, the possibilities for creativity are vast, making it easy to customize the look of any space.

Consistency in Appearance: Real wood often has natural variations in color and grain, which may not always suit everyone’s design preference. Wood look tile offers consistency across a space, ensuring a uniform appearance. This is particularly advantageous in commercial settings or for homeowners who appreciate a seamless, cohesive look.

3. Durability and Longevity

Durability is one of the primary reasons many people turn to wood look tile planks. Unlike hardwood, which can be prone to scratches, dents, and water damage, ceramic and porcelain tiles are built to withstand the test of time.

Scratch and Stain Resistant: Wood look tile is less susceptible to the types of damage that often impact hardwood. The tiles are tough enough to resist scratches from furniture or pet claws, and they are highly stain-resistant. This makes them an excellent choice for high-traffic areas like entryways, hallways, and family rooms.

Fire and Fade Resistant: Because they are made from non-flammable materials, ceramic and porcelain wood look tiles are safer in terms of fire resistance. Additionally, they do not fade over time like hardwood, especially in rooms that receive a lot of natural sunlight. The colors and patterns are baked into the tile, ensuring they retain their look for years to come.

Increased Resale Value: When you install a durable, low-maintenance flooring option like wood look tile, it can add value to your home. Prospective buyers often view it as an upgrade because it combines style and resilience, which is appealing in a long-term investment like flooring.

4. Ideal for Indoor and Outdoor Spaces

The durability and water resistance of wood look tile planks make them ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. Traditional hardwood is usually limited to indoor spaces due to its sensitivity to moisture and temperature changes. Wood look tile, however, can seamlessly extend from the indoors to the outdoors.

Consistent Design Flow: For homeowners looking to create a cohesive indoor-outdoor flow, wood look tile can be used on patios, poolside areas, or outdoor kitchens. This creates a seamless transition from indoor living spaces to outdoor entertaining areas, which is particularly beneficial for those who enjoy an open, spacious feel in their home’s design.

Resistance to Temperature Changes: Wood look tile can withstand temperature fluctuations better than natural wood, which can shrink or expand with changing temperatures and humidity levels. This resilience makes it a top choice for outdoor applications or rooms that might experience temperature shifts.

5. Cost-Effectiveness

While solid hardwood floors are a beautiful investment, they can be costly to purchase and maintain over time. Wood look tile provides a budget-friendly alternative for those who want the look of wood without the higher price tag associated with hardwood flooring.

Lower Installation and Maintenance Costs: Wood look tile tends to be easier and more affordable to install compared to real wood, especially if you are creating patterns or need a durable base for high-traffic areas. Additionally, you won’t have to budget for special cleaning products or treatments, reducing long-term costs.

Energy Efficiency: In warmer climates, wood look tile planks help to keep spaces cooler than hardwood, potentially reducing cooling costs. They conduct heat well, which can be advantageous if you’re using radiant floor heating. This efficiency is another reason why they are popular in areas with extreme temperatures.

Conclusion

Wood look tile planks offer a stylish, practical, and durable flooring solution that combines the beauty of natural wood with the resilience of tile. From their impressive durability and ease of maintenance to their versatility in design and cost-effectiveness, wood look tiles provide numerous benefits that make them an excellent choice for both residential and commercial spaces.

Whether you’re revamping your kitchen, adding warmth to your bathroom, or designing an outdoor oasis, wood look tile planks are a solution that delivers in aesthetics and performance. They offer the best of both worlds, providing the timeless appeal of wood without the challenges, allowing you to enjoy a beautiful, hassle-free floor that stands the test of time. With these advantages, it’s no wonder wood look tile has become a top choice for anyone looking to enhance their space with beauty and functionality.