#price : 599

[theoscelosaurus]

We've made sure you can only use proper nikon batteries in this camera:)

Any 3rd party batteries will result in an error message:)

This will make sure you only buy proper nikon batteries for your camera and surely won't have any consequences in 10 years when we as a company no longer give a fuck about your camera model:)

10 years later, ✨moodboard✨

Ej i lager: out of stock

Tillfälligt slut: 'temporarily' out of stuck

Slut på lager: out of stock

[disco-cola]

damn just read about the power trip festival thats happening this weekend... tonight guns n roses and maiden are playing tomorrow judas priest and ac dc and on sunday metallica and tool?! im sobbing and of fucking course it has to be in fucking california again indio i remember a few years back there was this festival called desert trip happening there too which also had me in deep depression bc it had paul mccartney the stones (back when charlie was still alive) the who roger waters neil young and bob dylan as their lineup like it was crazy and this lineup is crazy too why do i live on another continent and am poor like god damn it also why does everything cool always happen in california like yall are so fucking lucky

[oceantoyz]

Fan art prompt just dropped!

[handembroideryclasses]

(via Aari tracing Books A3 size)

[kusumasposts]

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[petermorwood]

This post mentions the Le Creuset Doufeu casserole (Dutch oven) and several comments were "I want / must get".

@dduane and I don't need one, but from curiosity I went looking to see what they cost, and what I said in the original post still applies:

New Le Creusets like the one above are hideously expensive...

Ouch!

Since buying by brand name Is A Thing, it seems to me that the words LE CREUSET on cast-iron cookware immediately jacks the price up by at least 100 £$€ currency units over similar items from other manufacturers; for curiosity I compared Le Creuset to Staub, which also aren't exactly cheap: 41cm oval Staub, €449; 40cm oval Le Creuset, €599.

OUCH!

*****

They can be found somewhat (and if lucky, much) cheaper on eBay and Etsy, or in yard sales, garage sales, car boot sales and thrift shops.

A bit of searching revealed that people have had some very good luck with vintage Le Creusets, quite possibly because the original owners didn't know what they'd got.

This has to be the best thrift shop bargain I've seen in a long time:

*****

We've got these:

Even though only the orange one is actually labelled as a Doufeu, the other two have recessed lids and also work that way, complete with condensation drip-points cast on the insides.

This seems standard on recessed-lid casseroles, Staub have them too, and makes me think that casseroles with those lids are a better buy, since they can be used for regular OR doufeu cooking while those with flat or domed lids can't.

Also, remember where I said "original owners don't know what they've got"...? I found a hint of that in a sales listing which says:

It has a multi banded lid with a sunken knob, enabling the lid to be inverted, and used as a serving dish, with raised studs to help stop the food from moving around when being carved.

I think what happened here was that whoever wrote the description didn't know what the studs were actually for, and defaulted to what they thought they were for.

They're not sharp enough to hold food in place, and while this style of lid can be balanced inverted, it's not so they become serving dishes, because they'll teeter off-balance again with the slightest sideways pressure, such as trying to carve meat. So, er, don't.

*****

The cream/brown Fontignac was bought new more than 30 years ago - I've mentioned the French Country Recipes (seriously yummy) cookbook that came with it a couple of times - and DD bought the orange Le Cousances Doufeu about 5 years ago on eBay.

The smaller black Tramontina (from Brazil) was bought new last year to find out if something at that price level was any good.

So far... Yes, it is.

Staub own the Fontignac brand-name and Le Creuset own Le Cousances, so here's what to look for on the base of vintage originals.

There must be other bargains out there, maybe even as good as that thrift-store capture, so good hunting!

[hellishjoel]

in bloom

599 words / pairing: frankie morales x f!reader

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word: blossom

warnings/information: fluff, frankie has some lingering issues after being sent home from deployment

a/n: thought of this while staring at my boss' orchid blooming and about my failed attempts at keeping a cactus alive. the center picture is from @wildemaven! my banners are by @saradika-graphics. shoutout to @berryispunk and @lady-bess for putting this together on @fanfictionoverload!

Frankie imagined that being sent home from deployment would be heaven. However, his life as a civilian was lonely and a little terrifying, if he’s honest. 

Often surrounded by a band of his brothers, there was never a quiet moment. He once longed for silence and prayed for a moment of solitude. Being home, everything changed. 

He hated the sound of his breathing at night, how it ricocheted off the walls and filled the emptiness. He hated the quiet drives in his truck and fucking despised how there was no one to sing along to the radio. This wasn’t the freedom he had envisioned.

Instead of searching for company in all the wrong places, he found himself somewhere he never expected: the local farmer’s market. 

Frankie saw the flyer pinned to the bulletin board at the hardware store, decorated in bright, vibrant colors that listed the spring dates. 

Hell, why not?

With his hands stuffed into the pockets of his jeans, he wanders through the market. Golden jars of honey glinted in the sunlight, freshly scored loaves of homemade bread filled the air with a delicious aroma, and vibrant blooms spilled from every corner, painting the scene in vivid color.

That’s when he saw you. 

Hair tamed by a red bandana, hands caked in dirt, an adorable smile on your pretty lips that had him in a trance. Truly, he had no idea he was even walking towards your stand until you greeted him. 

“Good morning, how are you?”

For a moment, he froze, words failing him as he stared blankly, his brain scrambling to catch up. Finally, he cursed himself inwardly, forcing a smile and managing a simple “Hi.”

You smile softly and nod, turning to speak to another customer who had wandered up. Frankie takes a moment to compose himself and looks around your stand, decorated by a red and white checkered picnic blanket and a chalkboard that displays your prices. 

“If you have any questions, let me know.” 

He flicks his eyes up to yours, taking in how they’re framed by dark lashes. He doesn’t want to lose your attention, so he points at the first potted plant he sees. “What’s that?”

You gasp softly at Frankie’s apparent good taste, moving to the folding table behind you to retrieve the plant with a colorful blue pot. “This beautiful blossom is actually a cactus. It’s kind of hard to tell because it’s covered in these little pink flowers, but she’s super easy to take care of. Good in small spaces.” 

“This plant is prettier than me,” Frankie jokes, his tone light but his eyes searching yours.

Your smile widens, breaking into a laugh so warm and sweet it feels like the closest thing to heaven. He soaks it in, wishing he could play the sound on a loop forever, anything to keep the crushing silence at bay.

Frankie’s never cared for a plant in his life, but he hands you a twenty-dollar bill and insists you keep the change. 

"Thank you," Frankie speaks softly, his eyes warm as he sends you a grateful nod. "I'm back home after a while away, and it's been... an adjustment."

"Hey," you say softly, your hand gently catching his arm before he can walk off. You hold out the cactus, your smile kind and warm. "Cactuses are survivors. They adapt and bloom, no matter how tough the environment is. Feels like a good thing to have around, don’t you think?"

Your eyes meet his, and for a moment, Frankie wonders if you’re talking about more than the plant in his hands.

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[data-dork]

If you can't donate, please reblog!

I'm compiling several fundraisers for Palestinian individuals who have contacted me recently. To those who have reached out, I apologize for the delay. Unfortunately, I'm unable to contribute at the moment due to my uncertain financial situation following a serious workplace injury, but if you have the money to spare, please consider donating!

@abuyasin156 | unvetted but appears legit | €1,142/€35,000

Hamdi and his family have been forced to relocate to Egypt following the destruction of their home in Gaza. He needs help affording rent and education for his 4 children and paying off the debts they accumulated while fleeing Gaza.

@children-gaza | vetted | €20,184/€22,500

Ahmad and his family are currently in the process of fleeing Gaza and have been without a home for 7 months. They need funding to travel through the Rafah crossing and escape Israel's bombardment.

@riima7900 | vetted (#249) | €675/€50,000

Rima's husband was injured in an Israeli attack 10 months ago, and they need funds to afford his surgery and treatment, as well as to escape the Gaza Strip with their family.

@certaintimemachinearcade | vetted (#332) | €755/€120,000

Abdul and his mother are currently homeless and are seeking funding to afford food, water, and warm clothes for the coming winter. Abdul also hopes to achieve his dream of completing university.

@khismael | vetted (#292) | $1,442/$30,000 CAD

Khaled and his family have been displaced for over a year and they need help to reach safety and ensure the futures of their three young children.

@mssb19996 | vetted (#309) | €760/€20,000

Mosab and his family have lost 25 of their loved ones throughout this genocide. Mosab, his daughter, and his injured father need help to afford food, water, and other essentials for survival.

@save-tareq-family23 | vetted (#599) | $18,450/$92,900

Tareq and his 13 family members need funding to pay their way through the Rafah crossing to Egypt, as well as to pay for food and lodging in Cairo and plane tickets to leave Egypt once their Visas are approved.

@aziz-zaqout | vetted by association | $9,466/$30,000

Aziz is one of four children who, along with their father, have been separated from their mother and baby sister. They need help to escape Gaza and safely reunite with the rest of their family in Egypt.

@ahmed-gazaa98 | vetted (#329) | $3,058/$75,000

Ahmed and his family need help to afford food, water, winter clothes, shelter, and other essentials due to the loss of their livelihoods and a drastic increase in prices in the Gaza Strip.

[my-dark-lord]

Hello, all! I come to you with an experimental fic commission idea! For now, it's just a small grid to see if there's much interest in it. But I know there are lots of fankid breedable grids, and I got to thinking, why not a grid for ship fics? It sounded like a fun idea for me, so I wanted to go ahead and try it!

RULES:

1. All payments must be made before I start on your fic. Payments can be made through PayPal, Venmo, or CashApp.

2. If you would like to purchase an entire row for a polyship fic, it will still be the standard tier price plus $8 each for a total of $16 extra dollars.. If you purchase A1, B2, or C3, then the fic will center around the character of choice and may not have any other characters in it as main characters.

3. Please see tier list for pricing. My commissions are also open should you want to purchase more words than are allowed here, but it will incur an extra fee of $8 per 100 words.

4. I would prefer not to take commissions outright bashing Valentino. He is my favorite and a comfort character to me, so it would be better if he was not being treated like a one-note monster.

5. I will write smut, angst, fluff, romance, and humor. These are genres I’m very well-versed in.

6. Once a purchase has been discussed, I will send you my commission form for you to fill out.

7. Fanfic examples can be found here. Please feel free to check both pseuds listed! Sunshinecackle is my main, and E-M-P-Error has all of my fics based on my rp blog interactions!

TIER LIST:

A Tier - $52 - 1,000 Words

A Tier is my standard 1k word price. You will not be charged for anything 1,001-1,099 words. A compromise can be worked out if it is a couple of words over strictly for this grid only. If you purchase a polyship fic, it will be $68.

B Tier - $31 - 700 Words

B Tier is my standard 700 word price. You will not be charged for anything 701-799 words. A compromise can be worked out if it is a couple of words over strictly for this grid only. If you purchase a polyship fic, it will be $47.

C Tier - $15 - 500 Words

C Tier is my standard flat 500 word price. You will not be charged for anything 501-599 words. A compromise can be worked out if it is a couple of words over strictly for this grid only. If you purchase a polyship fic, it will be $31.

SLOTS:

A1 - Vox-Centric Fic- Open

A2 - VoxVal Fic- Open

A3 - VoxVel Fic - Open

A4 - Polyship Buyout - Open

B1 - VoxVal Fic- Open

B2 - Valentino-Centric Fic- Open

B3 - ValVel Fic- Open

B4 - Polyship Buyout- Open

C1 - VoxVel Fic- Open

C2 - ValVel Fic- Open

C3 - Velvette-Centric Fic- Open

C4 - Polyship Buyout - Open

All images belong to Vivziepop, Spindlehorse, and A24

Breedable Grid made by Wolveswoodglenadopts of DeviantArt

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Thanks to Curieously for finding a restored 1894 Victorian in Stockton, California that's done right. 3bds, 3.5ba, $599K.

Open the door and the little center hall is a pleasure to see. No modern white & gray or painted woodwork.

Authentic right down to the furnishings.

Even if you're not a Victorian fan, you have to appreciate their attention to detail.

The 2nd sitting room is open to the 1st.

The kitchen does have the Victorian vibe, but I don't know why, I just don't care for it.

Off the kitchen is this cute little sitting room.

Wow beautiful sink and toilet in the powder room.

Then it flows into the dining room.

To the side of the front hall are the stairs. What lovely millwork.

Here we are on the landing to the 2nd fl.

There's a sitting room outside the primary bedroom.

A little rustic family room.

It's wonderful to see a bath in a Victorian that's not contemporary.

Lovely secondary bedroom.

Another great little vintage bath.

This is nice, the automatic gates work by solar power.

The grounds are very pretty.

Lovely patio.

There's an adorable little cottage on top of the garage.

It's tiny but it's so cute.

[sanzochan]

In case you haven't heard,

ELECTRIC ENTERTAINMENT IS GOING TO HAVE ITS OWN CONVENTION!!!

October 12-13, 2024

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130

They'll be announcing more guests and details soon, but they already have some listed on the site!

Current announced guests:

Dean Devlin

Rachel Olschan-Wilson

Marc Roskin

Christian Kane

John Harlan Kim

Drew Powell

Matt Frewer

Jake Stormoen

Ticket prices announced:

Gold Weekend Package ($349 / $599 First Row Seating)

Saturday Night Concert with Christian Kane ($65)

More details in the link!

[911style]

Eddie Diaz | 7x07 Ghost of a Second Chance All Saints Eadric Suede Regular Fit Jacket $599* | no longer available [x]

*estimated price based on similar All Saints men's suede jackets currently for sale

[stelacole]

psd coloring : 𝐏𝐒𝐃 𝟓𝟗𝟗 : 𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐇𝐘

a free psd coloring i made & spend my time on on my deviantart !  feel free to adjust layers if you want to. just keep the credit to me still ! it might not work on all colors the same. this psd coloring comes with some adjustments !

PRICE : none. free.

[rius-cave]

Hi! I faintly remember you mentioning somewhere that you were planning to get a new drawing tablet. Did you end up purchasing one? If yes, would you mind sharing your choice? I've been using a small screenless wacom tablet for years and I need a new one now, but I've been thinking about getting a better one this time. Is it even worth it if I only draw as a hobby?

Hi! Yup, I did get one! Here's a random pic of my workspace (+ extra sneak peek of StOP lol)

I got a Huion Kamvas 16 (2.5k) :)

I take getting a new drawing tablet VERY SERIOUSLY so I spent a long time considering my options. If you're looking to buy a new one, I do have some recommendations!

1) Never buy Wacom again lol

Here's the thing, Wacom is a good brand, my first tablet was Wacom too, but they are the Apple of drawing tablets. Sure, they're good quality, but they're HORRENDOUSLY overpriced, you're mainly just purchasing the brand when you buy one. A few years ago they were the obvious choice because they were the best around, but nowadays? Other brands are just as good if not BETTER for sometimes half the price (or even less).

If you're debating on whether or not to get a pen display (with a screen), that honestly would depend mostly on your budget. Even if you're a hobbyist, getting a pen display is fine, the most important factor is how much you are willing to spend on one of these. The one I got is like a semi professional tablet and it's priced at $599 on the official store, right now they have a sale and it's at $529 (though I got it for much cheaper lol)

The other factor would honestly be how you work + what kind of space you have. As you can tell, my desk is small and it's kinda cramped, there are A LOT OF CABLES with this thing and I think that's kinda the standard for pen displays :/ I'm also having to readjust to how to work with the buttons + the keyboard. (you can get an extra small keypad for this, but I didn't). Moreover, if you want something that's portable, these... Are not great for that, they're usually big boys and like I said, there are a lot of cables

I have to say, I only got it like a week ago and I'm having to readjust to this new way of working, but the actual experience while drawing and using the pen is quite nice! The large working area is interesting and I think I'm drawing faster with it! I always wanted to get one of these and I'm very happy with my purchase.

So yeah! It has pros and cons, but overall it's a good experience. Don't feel pressure to switch to a pen display though, normal pen tablets work just fine obviously and if you're not crazy about the idea of a pen display, or you don't have the budget, it's not really a deal breaker. For real though, don't get Wacom lol Huion and XP pen are two of the best, affordable brands right now.

Lastly, check the specs! Check the reviews! Check unboxings! Preferably from people that were not sponsored by the brand (they'll obviously talk better about the product). This applies to any new tablet you get, whether it's a pen display or a pen tablet. Compare models if you need to, I was debating between this one and a similar xp pen model and I was lucky enough to find a girl reviewing both of them and comparing them.

Sorry I went on kinda long haha but I hope it helped!! Good luck!

[fesyvei]

"adjusted for inflation" horsefeathers

There's been a kerfuffle about the high price of the latest Playstation game console. Geoff Keighley came to Sony's defence on Twitter to write: Here are inflation adjusted prices for mainline Playstation consoles since launch:

PS1: $611 (1995)

PS2: $546 (2000)

PS3: $778 (2006)

PS4: $538 (2013)

PS4 Pro: $522 (2016)

PS5: $606 (2020)

PS5 Pro: $699 (2024)

I already wrote about how dollar prices from different eras are a poor measuring stick, with my "burgers per annum" reports. Twitter user PatStaresAt is of a similar mind: United States federal minimum wage by year and console based on how many hours you'd have to work to buy it as the relative price of something. Inflation only matters is wages increased too. [The PS5 price] is only slightly better than the PS3, the most wildly overpriced device Sony ever made.

PS1: 4.24/h at 299 = 70h

PS2: 5.15/h at 299 = 58h

PS3: 5.15/h at 599 = 116h

PS4: 7.25/h at 399 = 55h

PS4 Pro: 7.25/h at 399 = 55h

PS5: 7.25/h at 499 = 68h

PS5 Pro: 7.25/h at 699 = 96h

PS5 Pro + Disc Drive: 7.25/h at 779 = 107h

[cynthianixons3]

Buy your Christmas tree now

Because very soon it will be very expensive

give it now good price

Giving a 5% discount

For the first 10 people

Who will PM ME

Mini.1.1m $150

Normal 1.6m $200

Medium 2.1m $350

Large 2.5m $599

X large 2.9m $650 including shipping

Worldwide shipping and delivery to all

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