#source: DK Country

[yourstrulylightstar283]

For disclaimer, I don't own Candy Kong.

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[suppermariobroth]

In Donkey Kong Country, swinging ropes exist outside of time. The footage features several times the game is paused, recognizable by the movement of all objects stopping.

However, instead of resuming smoothly at the exact same spot after unpausing - as would be expected from any other game - the ropes seem to teleport around randomly when the game is unpaused (also moving DK and Diddy around if they were holding onto the rope during the pause).

The reason for this is that ropes run on an internal global timer that for some reason keeps counting even if the game is paused, despite no other physics-relevant variable behaving in this manner. This causes ropes to merely appear to be suspended when the game is paused, but actually keep swinging invisibly in the background. When the game is unpaused, the visual position of the rope simply "catches up" with its actual position that has been swinging back and forth all along.

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[smallmariofindings]

Cover of the 1996 Japanese guide for Donkey Kong Country 3, featuring an original image of a DK Barrel and, curiously, the Japanese title of the game written out entirely in English.

Note how in Japan, Kiddy Kong is known as Dinky Kong (spelled "Dinkey" here) and the Northern Kremisphere is known as "Kremis Island".

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[mrs-monaghan]

there’s so much misinfo going round atm, see lots of people saying that after jk enlists with jm and does the boot camp he can apply for some special ???something and will leave separately where he is stationed or that just because jk / jm are enlisting on same day, they only will do basic training together then go to separate places ? and that they only chose the enlisting together option because it meant they could make sure they were out in time for june ?

ik it’s a bit hard to follow maybe with different sources and not real confirmation but do you know if any of it is true? my understanding was that they did the “enlisting together” scheme thing, (ie. it’s a purposeful application, they knew they were choosing this way) which meant they’ll at least be in same living quarters etc the whole time until they’re out ?

sorry for long Q! it’s ok if you dk it was just confusing D; thank you!

Hi anon. 😳 I am terrible when it comes to the serious stuff and have the attention span of a toddler when such topics arise. My mind registers them as boring and so I don't retain the in4. But my friends delved deep into this so I will gather as much as I can and do my best to explain the sitch

Let me start by correcting the biggest misinformation of them all. Thanks to fucking Mina with her fake subs and reaching conclusions, the vermin are confusing "Special Task Force" with "Special Forces"

JK said he wanted to join special forces. Well and good

But thats not what V is doing. V applied for Special Task Force which, while not easy (he said in the live its why he enlisted there, to challenge himself) its nothing compared to special forces. Special forces is HARD CORE. Its no joke. It's for those who actually want to go to war and proper fight for their country. Not for those fulfilling a mandatory duty... One they wouldn't do if they had the choice. Special forces, those people actually wanna be there. And if u know JK then u shouldn't be surprised that he would say something like this. Of course our dare devil bunny would enjoy joining something as risky as special forces.

But guess what? No one stopped him. He still could have gone there if he really wanted to. Just like in Winter package. No one told him to give up zip lining for beer tasting. He did that off his own volition since Jimin was going beer tasting. JK's happiness is where Jimin is. Period. (Suga's presence played a big part but we don't talk about Yoonmin)

(Edit: the whole thing takes almost 8 years to complete which again, is not something JK would actually do if he wanted to still stay a member of BTS. And of course satellite Jeon would again, never do it)

Jikook wanted to use the buddy system and they applied where Jin is on purpose because since the location is so risky, (front lines) not alot of people apply to serve there. So the chances of them being accepted were pretty high. I already talked a bit about that here.

Coldest and most dangerous. But before we panic, Jikook love snow so... thats good. But also;

2 things to note before we continue; 1) Tattoos are a none factor on why Jikook applied together or why JK couldn't be with V. They had 0 to do with that. And 2) All members and where they ended up it was their decision

So, here is a Korean explaining

They shall not be separated. They will train together and continue to serve together

One body. Shiet.

Nice. Even the breaks they will take together. Basically spend every minute together for those 18 months y'all.

They had to pass 3 rounds. Applying wasn't all. They had rounds to pass before getting accepted. So as we can see this was a whole ass process. They really worked hard on this to make it happen.

Apparently there is a show you can watch that explains the buddy system. Its 8 episodes, its called real man

The holding hands thing is legit 🤣🤣🤣

Jikook shouldn't have an issue then 🤭

Anon, people are in denial and the other half are trying to explain this away. If Jikook only went in together just so they could come out at the same time then they could have done what Vmon did. Apply separately at the same time.

This is one tough pill to swallow for antis. It's like the biggest fuck u Jikook could have ever done but at the same time I really don't think they factored anyone else but themselves when they made this decision.

18 months is no small amount of time so let's call a spade a spade; Jikook couldn't be apart that long. Fax 💯 JK wanted to be there for Jimin, Jimin wanted to be there for JK, of course. Them in the same place looking out for each other is all I as a fan who loves them can ask for. But at the same time, they needed this.

Anon, they will be together 24/7 for the entire duration of their time there.

Yes. Sleeping in the same quarters. It wouldn't make sense for companionship if they were separating the recruits who applied together. To be companions. Of each other.

The buddy system is there to help friends cope with this difficult mandatory thing that the government insists on doing to their young men. It's there to help them cope in any way possible. I imagine mostly mentally. So why would they train them together then separate them? ❓❓❓

It is said that you should make sure the person you apply with, is a person u get along with super well because for the next 18 months you will be together every moment of everyday. It's krazy to imagine that JK wouldn't rather do this with his actual boyfriend V, instead. Krazy. 🤯

Anygays, no need to worry my good people, Jimin and JK have got each other's back. All that's left is to wait for them and pray for them. May they always hold hands 🤭

Tihihihihihihi

[the-monkey-ruler]

Song of Youth (2018) 少年歌行

Director: Chen Shengyao Screenwriter: Chen Shengyao / Zhou Munan Starring: Zhang Boheng / Zhao Yi / Jie / Zhang / Yang Jing Chao / Wei Yao Lei / Chu Jun / Qi Sijia / Shen Qiuxiang / Lu Lifeng DK / Su Ya / Chen Guang / Ma Cheng / Li LuMore Genre: Animation / Fantasy / Costume Country/Region of Production: Mainland China Language: Mandarin Chinese Date: 2018-12-26 (Mainland China) Number of Seasons: 2 Episodes: 58 Episode length: 24 minutes Also known as: Youths and Golden Coffin IMDb: tt27911409

Summary:

After Master Wangyou of Hanshui Temple passed away, a mysterious golden coffin came into the world, setting off disputes in the martial arts world. Various forces confronted each other, and Lei Wujie, Xiao Se, Tang Lian, Sikong Qianluo, Tian Nurui and others were involved in the dispute one after another. A story about the golden coffin is about to unfold. Riding a horse in the dream of the martial arts world, leaning on the sword and singing. The secret of the golden coffin gradually emerged...

Source: https://movie.douban.com/subject/30345127/

Link: N/A

[jupiterswasphouse]

WASP REVIEW - ZINGER (DONKEY KONG SERIES)

[Image IDs: Two renders of the Zinger from DK: Jungle Climber and the original Donkey Kong Country respectively /End IDs.]

and were back to the wasps based entirely on eusocial species! This time, the basic Zingers (although having a few different recolored iterations) look the most like some black and yellow species of paper wasp or yellowjackets. Given Rareware's home of operations and the homeland of designer Steve Mayles, being England, I feel like it's fairly safe to assume that they're based on one of three species of wasp: the common wasp (Vespula vulgaris), the European wasp/German yellowjacket (Vespula germanica), or the European paper wasp (Polistes dominula)!

[Image Sources: Wildlife Insight, and Wikimedia Commons, Sharp Photography | Image IDs: Two photos of yellow and black wasp species, the former being the common wasp, a type of yellowjacket, on a grey wood surface, and the latter being the European paper wasp on a stone or concrete surface /End IDs.]

They're not entirely accurate; the markings aren't too precise, they only have two wings as opposed to the four on a real wasp (Although the DK: Jungle Climber iteration changes their shape to at least imply a second pair), and obviously real wasps don't have a trail of spines/stingers running down their metasoma nor a pair of signature Rareware cartoon eyes. However, the original model especially is surprisingly accurate for being based on an animal that the designer himself said he was scared by! I especially appreciate the original's fairly accurate legs and addition of setae!

It's in the games themselves where we run into more inaccuracies to these particular species, however. In the original DKC, the queen of the Zingers is named Queen B. and is fought on the boss stage titled 'Bumble B. Rumble', clearly being a direct reference to real world bees, which are several familial branches away in the wasp subclade Aculeata from the previously listed Vespids. This is honestly, while a little frustrating, not a big deal. But, when we get into the second game in the DKC line, we discover their hives.

The Zinger hives throw a major spanner in the works. The wasps mentioned make paper nests, with the yellowjackets nests having a round, closed structure, some yellowjackets building inside of trees or in dirt burrows, and the paper wasps having an open, umbrella-like structure both including cells built in hexagonal shapes, built to contain their larvae and often having silk caps covering them. Meanwhile, the Zingers have nests that match the hexagonal cells, caps, and larvae of these wasps, but are clearly made of yellow wax and contain honey, like that of honey bees.

[Image Sources: Carolina Honey Bees, and Wikimedia Commons, Dicklyon | Image IDs: Two photos showing the nests of the western honey bee and the european paper wasp, followed by a screenshot of one of the Zinger's hives /End IDs.]

Honey bees will also cap their honey and larvae with wax, and while a few notable species of Vespid wasps do, in fact, produce honey, the european paper wasps and yellowjackets are not a part of that particular set of species! Oddly, some of the cells appear to contain notably smaller adults as opposed to other cells that contain larvae. To add further confusion, one of these hive levels is titled 'Hornet Hole', hornets being another completely different genus within Vespidae (Vespa).

On top of all that, at the end of the area that contains the hive levels, Krazy Kremland, you fight another Zinger boss, this time named King Zing. As you may know, no wasps have a 'King', solely having a Queen, with hives having both Kings and Queens among eusocial insects being moreso found in termites, belonging to a completely different order (Blattodea).

Outside of their nesting behavior and hierarchy, their behavior is generally unremarkable for platformer enemies, with amped up aggression from that of a real world wasp (although admittedly not nearly as aggressive as a real world wasp would be if you were a monkey with a baseball cap and an unquenchable thirst for bananas invading their nest, as you play in DKC2) to give the player an obstacle to overcome in these levels. It is, at least, implied that these wasps would collect nectar from flowers to turn into the honey found in their nest.

Plus, as I wondered in my review of Fallout: New Vegas' Cazadores, I have to question what exactly a wasp of such a size hunts to bring back to its young! Hopefully Donkey or Diddy Kong wouldn't find themselves on the menu!

All in all, these wasps get a few things right, but are quite the mixed bag of confused species with a couple outright inaccuracies not found in Hymenoptera in general thrown in there. Though I can commend the effort by the designer!

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Overall: 4.5/10

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Make sure to tune in next week when we cover the Circuit Bees and Mask Hornets from Lethal Company!

[love4hobi]

hi!! this is maybe a silly question but ive never gone to a bts/kpop concert and i really want to go to hoseok’s but i don’t fully understand the weverse presale stuff. do you know if you have to pay for army membership on weverse in order to do the presale? i’m assuming tickets will run out then and wonder if any will even be available for gen admission sale

i just wanted to ask bc this is my first time doing this and dk what to expect 😭

i havent done this since the map of the soul tour (💔) so i dont know if im the best source but i assume they will release a ticketing guide for the other shows so you can double check with that when it comes,, but from what i understand from the seoul ticketing guide to get priority access u have to do the following:

buy an army membership through the weverse shop (see below). idk why they are specific to country but theres a us, japan, and global version.

pre-verify with the ticketing company to confirm your early reservation spot using info you get from your membership. for the seoul show its interpark, for the us shows its ticketmaster, im not 100% sure on the others

get tickets during the early reservation period through some sort of link/code they provide u through ur account/email

[dzthenerd490]

Document of Interest: K Class Scenarios

The Foundation contains anomalies to better understand them and see if they can be possibly utilized to better the Foundation's understanding of technology and science. However not all anomalies can be utilized and instead can be quite hazardous if not utilized properly. The common anomaly can cause a dozen casualties on its own but there are also anomalies that can wipeout entire countries, even the world. When an anomaly is capable of something like this it is all the more reason they are to be contained and understood to prevent such a thing from happening. Below is a list of possible Scenarios of what could happen if anomalies are left in the wrong hands or to their own devices. The Foundation refer to these as K Class Apocalyptic Scenarios, K standing for Keter as Keter Class Anomalies are the most likely to cause these scenarios.

- AK Class Memetically Spread Behavior Scenario - when societal norms begin to change. Such examples include: saying hello being replaced with kissing strangers on the lips, drinking water no longer considered essential or even normal, worrying about safety being replaced with taking more risks, and money being considered essential to living a normal life.

- BK Class Before Invasion Scenario - When an invasion from another dimension is imminent. All known threats that can activate said scenario are extradimensional aliens, GoI: The Black Queen's Insurgency, GoI: The Three Moon's Initiative, GoI: The Factory, or an SCP Foundation of superior power.

- CK Class Reality Reconstruction Scenario - When an anomaly changes random aspects of reality of both big and small degree. Can either lead to normalcy being completely destroyed or the eventual extinction of humanity and/ or the destruction of earth. 

- DK Class Dead Greenhouse Scenario - When all of humanity on earth is dead but the earth is still available for habitation. The earth has not been destroyed or claimed by a Species of Interest or hostile GoI form another dimension.

- EK Class End of Human Consciousness Scenario - When the consciousness of all humanity gets obliterated, corrupted, or infiltrated by an anomaly. 

- FK Class Collapse of Chemistry Scenario - As the name implies a dreaded scenario when the laws of physics have altered down to the atomic level. The only recorded instance of this scenario happened was when an alternate SCP Foundation unfortunately had a CC Class Scenario where the carbon element was no longer able to support or create life. 

- GK Class Hostile Greenhouse Scenario - When the environment or climate of the earth has become deadly to humanity. 

- HK Class Deific Subjugation Scenario - When a god has appeared to take over earth and humanity. Scenario Qualifies for both hostile and benevolent Deity Class Anomalies. 

- IK Class Collapse of Global Civilization Scenario - When every aspect of civilization all over the world has collapsed either due to anomalous influence on humanity or massive destruction all over the world. Has a broad range of possible sources, as such can possibly happen alongside another K Class Apocalyptic Scenario. 

- JK Class Eternal Despair Scenario - When multiple anomalies cause an XK Class Scenario at once, leading to a scenario where the earth or humanities chances of survival are beyond recovery. Even if it is possible to survive, just living becomes such a struggle that dying seems more merciful by comparison. 

- KK Class Anomalous Reclaim Scenario - when all known and unknown anomalous Species of Interest reclaim the earth.

- LK Class Species Transmutation Scenario - When one or multiple aspects of humanity is altered into something else. In the worst case, the result is something extremely anomalous. 

- MK Class Broken Masquerade Scenario - When the anomalous world and/ or the SCP Foundation becomes common knowledge to the public. 

- NK Class Grey Goo Scenario - When an anomaly is able to self-replicate and does so to the point that it either fills the world or breaks the veil of secrecy before it can be stopped and contained. 

- OK Class Omega Species Uprising Scenario - When Multiple Large Scale Class Anomalies reveal themselves to the public and/ or reck havoc on humanity. Leading to unavoidable change or destruction on earth.

- PK Class Singularity Scenario - When an all-powerful anomaly collapses several timelines and dimensions together to create a single reality that is incredibly unstable. The only known example of this is The Reset. 

- QK Class Quantum Degeneracy Scenario - When an anomaly is able to change the laws of physics of our universe resulting irreversible destruction and possible the end of the world.

- RK Class Broken Alliance Scenario - When the Foundation is betrayed by one of, a few, or all the organizations within the ACPA. Leading to a civil war the Foundation will not win or not win without great loss. 

- SK Class Dominance Shift Scenario - When a Species of Interest overtakes humanity as the dominant species. The less likely chance for this scenario is when humanity declares war against a previously unknown Species of Interest, changing humanity forever. 

- TK Class Restructuring Scenario - A restructuring of all aspects of reality in our universe, our timeline the laws of chemistry and physics, as well as the human consciousness. The closest example to this is The Reset.

- UK Class Foundation Domination Scenario - [Data Expunged by Order of the 05 Council]

- VK Class Diplomatic Break Down Scenario - When relations with a powerful extra-dimensional organization or God fails leading to a war for reality. 

- WK Mass Extinction Scenario - When a non-human species on earth gets wiped out by either an anomaly or the incompetence of humanity. Leading to possibly irreversible damage to the ecosystem of a certain area and possible the earth.

- XK Class end of the World Scenario - When one or more anomalies causes a massive amount of destruction on the earth and/ or a massive loss of human life. The most common of the K Class Scenarios.

- YK Class Spontaneous Consciousness Scenario - When originally inanimate objects around the world start to suddenly come to live with various degrees of consciousness and develop various degrees of anatomy similar to humans. 

- ZK Class Reality Failure Scenario - When aspects of our reality get destroyed one by one until it reaches the point that all of reality fall apart and gets destroyed. Typically caused by anomalies that can destroy anything without limitations. 

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SCP: HMF Documents of Interest Hub

[craftideasblog]

The 9 Best Sustainable Yarns We've Tested - https://craftideas.blog/craft-supplies-tools/best-craft-products/9-best-sustainable-yarns-in-2024-eco-friendly-choices-weve-tested-and-loved/ The 9 Best Sustainable Yarns We've Tested Whether you're an eco-conscious knitter or crocheter, finding sustainable yarns that offer quality and environmental benefits is key. We've tested and reviewed the 9 best sustainable yarns that are both eco-friendly and perfect for your next project. Our favorite is the Echo Fiber Mill Ranger Merino Yarn The most common types of yarn are made up of fibers like acrylic, nylon, and polyester, which contain plastics that add to our growing landfill problem with their inability to completely break down. Thankfully, we’ve seen a shift in recent years within the DIY industry, with more yarn brands moving towards ethical and eco-conscious crafting. To make it easy to decide which of these sustainable yarn types works best for a variety of projects, we tested 23 different yarns that we received for review. We noted the look, ease of use, durability, drape, and how well each strand of yarn kept its shape after undoing a project. Our top pick, the Echo Fiber Mill Ranger Merino Yarn, impressed us with its soft touch yet firm drape, plus its resistance to tangling. Backed by our testing, these are our top picks for the best sustainable yarn offerings. Our Top Picks Best Overall: Echoview Fiber Mill Ranger Merino at Echoviewnc.com Jump to Review Best Cotton: Max and Herb Puna Cotton at Maxandherb.com Jump to Review Best for Knitters: Echoview Fiber Mill Haley at Echoviewnc.com Jump to Review Best for Crocheters: Manos Del Uruguay Wool Clásica at Etsy$21 Jump to Review Best Splurge: Manos Del Uruguay Franca at Amazon$40 Jump to Review Best for Accessories: We Are Knitters The Tape at Weareknitters.com Jump to Review Best Wool : Wool and the Gang Alpachino Merino at Amazon$19 Jump to Review Best Plant-Based Yarn: We Are Knitters Bamboo at Weareknitters.com Jump to Review Best Recycled Yarn: Darn Good Yarn Silk Roving Worsted Weight Yarn at Amazon Jump to Review Best Overall   Echoview Fiber Mill Ranger Merino       PHOTO: Echoview View on Echoviewnc.com What We Like Soft to the touch Firm drape Doesn't tangle What We Don't Like Hand wash only This yarn comes from Echoview Fiber Mill, based in the appropriately named Weaverville, North Carolina. Echoview is the first fiber mill in the country to be Gold LEED-certified, a certification awarded for sustainable practices in constructing and maintaining “green” buildings. As part of its sustainability initiative, Echoview sources its wool directly from farmers across the U.S. and even those up the road from the mill, as is the case for Ranger Merino. Slightly on the chunky side, this thick yarn passed every single one of our tests and was a crowd favorite. We especially loved how soft and squishy it was and how it never tangled when it was unwound, unlike some of the other yarns we tested. Despite our many tests, the ends of the yarn never frayed or opened up, and it didn’t split between knitting or crochet needles. While the drape was firm, we could tell it would get softer over time and end up with a sweet little fuzziness. Material: 90 percent merino wool, 10 percent rambouillet wool | Weight: 100 grams each | Length: Starts at 140 yards | Gauge: 15 stitches and 16 rows = 4 x 4-inch square knit on size US 10, Bulky; 21 stitches and 26 rows = 4 x 4-inch square knit on size US 6, DK | Needle: US 9 to 11 (5.5 to 8 millimeter), Bulky, for knit; US 5 to 7 (3.75 to 4.5 millimeter), DK, for crochet; US K to M for crochet (6.5 to 9 millimeter), Bulky; US 7 to I-9 for crochet (4.5 to 5.5 millimeter), DK | Care: Hand wash in lukewarm water using mild, bleach-free detergent Ruby Grais / Craft Ideas Blog Best Cotton   Max and Herb Puna Cotton       PHOTO: Max and Herb View on Maxandherb.com What We Like Warm Lightweight Versatile Inexpensive What We Don't Like Small quantity per bundle Launched in 2020, Max and Herb is a small company that offers a robust selection of their house-made yarns as well as brands that feature low-impact fibers such as organic cotton, untreated wool, and recycled and reused nylon—all of which are often hand-painted with eco-friendly dyes. The Puna Cotton yarn is a homemade brand that was easily our favorite cotton yarn for its multi-season appeal and medium drape that was neither too firm nor too loose. We never had to worry about tangling or knots, and the strand of yarn kept its shape without unraveling through multiple rounds of testing. We were also impressed with how spots of contrasting colors came together to create a nice visual texture as we worked it into lovely little swatches. Material: 65 percent Merino, 25 percent Alpaca, 10 percent Mohair | Weight: 115 grams | Length: 159 yards | Gauge: 5 to 6 stitches per inch | Needle: US 4 to 6 (3.5 to 4 millimeters) for knit; US E to F (3.5 to 4 millimeters) for crochet | Care: Hand wash in lukewarm water using a mild detergent, soak, rinse, and dry flat Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Best for Knitters   Echoview Fiber Mill Haley       PHOTO: Echoview Fiber Mill View on Echoviewnc.com What We Like Blend of merino, mohair, and alpaca wool Soft Durable What We Don't Like Tendency to split on crochet hooks Echoview Fiber Mill’s Haley yarn knit up exquisitely with an unbelievably supple drape, which is why this is our best pick for knitting yarn. Not only is it the right amount of chunky to slip easily between needles, but we found it performed well with all the different needle sizes we had on hand, making this yarn a good choice for those with a wide range of knitting abilities. And while the black yarn in this line is dyed, the rest of the colors come from the natural wool of the alpaca, thereby reducing the effects of dyes on the environment. Crocheters may struggle with this yarn, not only because it splits on crochet needles, but because it knotted up as we were unwinding it from a crocheted swatch. Also, while trying to pull the knot out, the string of yarn broke in my hands. Since knitted stitches don’t typically tangle when they’re being undone, we think this yarn would suit knitters the best. You’ll be enticed into knitting all kinds of warm scarves, dresses, sweaters, and beanies for yourself with this yarn, but in our opinion, this was our favorite for knitted gifts because of its enticing softness, warmth, and quality, and would be sure to please any lucky recipient. Material: 100 percent Pima cotton | Weight: 50 grams | Length: 150 yards | Gauge: 6 stitches and 20 rows = 4 x 4 inch square knit on size US 10 (4 millimeter) needles | Needle: US 9 to 11 (5.5 to 8 millimeter) for knit; US K to M (6.5 to 9 millimeter) for crochet | Care: Hand wash gently in cold water using a bleach-free detergent Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Best for Crocheters   Manos Del Uruguay Wool Clásica       PHOTO: Manos Del Uruguay $21 at Etsy What We Like Firm and fluffy Unwound easily without tangling No fraying What We Don't Like Uneven thickness While high fashion brands like Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, and Coach often reach for Manos Del Uruguay’s yarns for their knitwear, we love the 100 percent biodegradable Wool Clásica for crocheted projects. This flagship yarn performed the best in a crocheted swatch as opposed to a knitted one, and we appreciated its pliable drape even more with double and triple crochet stitches. The problem with crocheting with animal fibers is that they tend to stick together or tangle if a project is unwound, but we were very impressed with the smoothness of the strand and the way it kept its shape after repeated rounds of testing. Material: 100 percent hand-spun wool | Weight: 100 grams | Length: 138 yards | Gauge: 14 to 18 stitches = 4 inches | Needle: US 8 to 10 (5 to 6 millimeters) | Care: Hand wash in cold water, dry flat Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Recycled Toys Your Kids Can Make Best Splurge   Manos Del Uruguay Franca       PHOTO: Manos Del Uruguay $40 at Amazon What We Like Luxuriously supple yarn Company empowers local women in Uruguay What We Don't Like Thick strand of yarn tends to fray and open up after prolonged use As its name suggests, this yarn hails from a collective in Uruguay that empowers local women to control their own means of production. In fact, the beautiful Franca yarn arrived with a label hand-signed by an artisan named Alicia. We loved the personal connection to this exceptional artist and the history behind this yarn. And to lessen the impact of their work on the environment, Manos Del Uruguay operates with a small-scale supply chain, reducing their water consumption and repurposing leftover scraps of yarn. The Franca yarn was hand-dyed to resemble watercolors, and the drape remained soft and squishy without any of the itchiness. The Franca, made of 100 percent superwash merino wool, is also machine washable, a bonus for anyone who prefers to knit with animal fibers but doesn’t love the limitations of hand wash-only fabrics. But do note that because the yarn tends to open up and fray, make sure you’re washing on the delicate cycle. Material: 100 percent superwash merino | Weight: 150 grams | Length: 114 yards | Gauge: 10 stitches = 4 inches | Needle: US 13 to 15 (9 to 10 millimeter) | Care: Hand wash and dry flat Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Best for Accessories   We Are Knitters The Tape       PHOTO: We Are Knitters View on Weareknitters.com What We Like Well-constructed and durable What We Don't Like Stiff drape Yarn crafting isn’t all about cute sweaters and scarves, and We Are Knitters The Tape is an excellent option for homemade baskets, rugs, coasters, placemats, and more. We thought this was the ideal cotton yarn for crocheting a weighted blanket or a knitted clutch. Made of 100 percent recycled cotton T-shirts, The Tape is one of many of We Are Knitters’ yarn offerings that promote the slow-fashion movement. Not only is this movement opposed to the harmful effects of fast fashion on garment workers, the environment, and animal safety, but it also promotes working with local artisans. It also promotes the art of hand-making one’s clothes with a focus on eco-friendly materials that will last longer than cheaper, synthetic fast fashion alternatives. We loved that there’s zero plastic in this yarn, and it’s ethically sourced from Peru, with production benefiting local communities. Material: 100 recycled cotton | Weight: 250 grams | Length: 131 yards | Gauge: 11 stitches and 15 rows = 4 inches | Needle: US 8 (5 millimeters) for knit; US 7 (7 millimeter) for crochet | Care: Hand wash, dry flat Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Best Wool   Wool and the Gang Alpachino Merino       PHOTO: Wool and the Gang $19 at AmazonView on Woolandthegang.com What We Like Softest and fluffiest yarn Didn’t tangle up when unwound What We Don't Like Tendency to loosen and fray While testing other yarns, we became accustomed to strands sticking together and knotting up as we undid swatch after swatch, but we never had those issues with the Alpachino Merino, which is why we crowned it the best wool yarn we tested. Made of alpaca yarn and merino blend, this yarn had the softest drape by far, so we think this would make the best yarn for baby blankets and other cozy, chunky knits. Material: 60 percent Merino 40 percent Baby Alpaca | Weight: 100 grams | Length: 110 yards | Gauge: 13 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches | Needle: US 10.5 (6.5 millimeters) and US 11 (8 millimeter) for knit; US 8 (8 millimeter) for crochet | Care: Hand wash cold, dry flat How to Dye Fabric With Natural Dyes Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Best Plant-Based Yarn   We Are Knitters Bamboo       PHOTO: We Are Knitters View on Weareknitters.com What We Like Lightweight Easy to work with What We Don't Like Tendency to split Tangles up with smaller crochet needles For those who practice a vegan lifestyle, bamboo yarn is a silky yet durable alternative to animal fibers and is quickly becoming the go-to alternative for sustainable fabrics, beating out cotton yarn for its low impact and production cost. Although the recommended needles for this We Are Knitters’ Bamboo yarn are on the tiny side at 3 millimeters, we enjoyed knitting and crocheting with larger needles, which created a lace-like drape that would be great for shawls, beach cover-ups, and mesh totes. But if you’re a patient knitter and don’t mind working with smaller needles, you could make some beautiful T-shirts and dresses with this soft and cooling yarn. Material: 100 percent bamboo | Weight: 100 grams | Length: 382 yards | Gauge: 31 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches | Needle: 3 millimeters | Care: Hand wash, dry flat Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Best Recycled Yarn   Darn Good Yarn Silk Roving Worsted Weight Yarn       PHOTO: Darn Good Yarn View on Amazon What We Like Silky and warm What We Don't Like Will not suit conscious crafters with a vegan lifestyle Darn Good Yarn is committed to reducing landfill waste by sourcing reclaimed and recycled materials while providing safe employment to women in areas where they often face gender, caste, and racial discrimination. Based in India, these remarkable female artisans handcraft and dye each ball and skein themselves. We not only were enchanted by the vibrant colors in the samples we tested, but we also noticed that all the yarns we received from this company had a pleasing floral scent, making this a great yarn for giftable projects. While other recycled yarns can be a little rough and quick to tangle due to the recycling process, the end result of our testing was a durable, shiny, and soft swatch with a sturdy drape and lots of potential for future crafting possibilities. Material: 100 percent recycled silk | Weight: 50 grams | Length: 75 yards | Gauge: 16 to 20 stitches = 4 inches for knit; 11 to 14 stitches = 4 inches for crochet | Needle: US 7 to 9 (4.5 to 5.5 millimeter) for knit; US I to K (5.5 to 6.5 millimeter) for crochet | Care: Dry clean Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog Final Verdict Our top pick, the Echo Fiber Mill Ranger Merino Yarn, proved to be soft and squishy, and we loved how it never tangled when it was unwound, unlike some of the other yarns. If you're willing to invest more, the Manos Del Uruguay Franca was hand-dyed to resemble watercolors. We appreciated that the drape remained soft and squishy without any of the itchiness during testing. How We Tested To find the best sustainable yarn options, we tested 23 different yarns that we received for review from six brands that demonstrated clear, environmentally-friendly practices. Our editor invited a group of six friends to her annual yarn party and spent a minimum of half an hour knitting or crocheting with each yarn, noting the look, ease of use, durability, drape, and how well each strand of yarn kept its shape after undoing a project. Afterward, our editor spent another hour with each type of yarn with both knitting and crochet needles to see how it would fare through a second round of testing, then narrowed down her top picks. Ruby Grais / The Craft Ideas Blog What to Look for in Sustainable Yarn Level of Sustainability There are a few things you should keep in mind as you look for sustainable yarn. First, you have to decide the level of sustainability you’re looking for. Not all of the yarn from these companies is 100 percent biodegradable or made with natural materials. Some upcycled or recycled yarns may contain polyester, a small amount of elastane, or nylon. Others contain recycled silk, so if you have a vegan lifestyle or object to the practices of silk production, they may not be right for you. Price Keep in mind that sustainable yarns may have a higher price point than standard yarns. Manufacturers who source natural materials from producers that value animal welfare and who use fair labor to create the yarn face higher costs. You can expect to pay more for some sustainable yarns, which can sometimes cost up to double or triple the price of synthetic substitutes. Care Instructions Also, consider the nature of the items you’d like to craft, whether they be gifts, clothing, or home accessories. Most of the yarn that made our list, especially the ones created from animal fibers, require hand washing. If you absolutely must, you can throw your project into the washing machine per the brand’s instructions, but make sure it’s washed in cold water and on the delicate cycle. FAQ Are sustainable yarns lower quality than other yarns? Besides being safely biodegradable and earth-friendly, sustainable yarns also have the distinction of being higher quality than their synthetic counterparts due to the care that is put into the production process and the natural dyes and materials used. What is the difference between yarn weights, and why does it matter? Knowing the difference between yarn weights is important when selecting a yarn type for your project. For instance, a worsted weight, which is the most common yarn type you will find in a store, is too bulky of a yarn for dainty socks. Those socks would require delicate fingering yarn, which, in turn, would not work for a winter beanie. The best way to look at it is that a heavy, jumbo yarn should generally be limited to arm knitting, whereas bulky, roving, and chunky yarns would best suit those cropped sweaters and cardigans you’ve been eyeing on Instagram as well as cozy scarves, rugs, and throws. And when it comes to the finer yarns, you can expect that lace and sock (also known as fingering) weight yarns would be best for their namesake projects, while sport and DK weights are better for all-season apparel, like knit tops and dresses. Finally, worsted-weight yarns, which have a medium weight, are ideal for apparel like sweaters, beanies, mittens, and other winter-weather projects. Knowing your yarn weights will also help decipher which needles or hooks you should use. Usually, you can find that info on yarn packaging, but keep in mind that you should use smaller needles for lightweight yarns and larger ones for bulky yarns. How do I hand wash my knitted and crocheted projects? Most animal-based fibers, like the ones we reviewed above, are hand wash only to avoid shrinking and preserve their look. All you need are a few materials and either a gentle detergent or a wool wash. Fill a large sink, bathtub, or bucket with cold water and then, according to the detergent or wool wash’s instructions, add in the correct amount of cleaner and swirl to evenly disperse. If you haven’t already, spot treat any stains that need attention, and then submerge the item into the water and take care not to twist, wring, or scrub it; otherwise, it will lose its shape or become damaged. Gently rub the item between your hands and once it’s clean, rinse it well until the water runs clear. Squeeze the item dry without wringing too much and lay flat on a dry towel. Press down firmly as you roll it up into the towel. Place the item face down on another dry towel and reshape it but avoid tugging or pulling it too much. Let dry for 12-24 hours, turning the item over if you need to.  

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Officially licensed Donkey Kong Country DK Barrel keychain from Japan.

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Ohhhhhhh, Banana

About 3 years ago I made a slideshow presentation about why the character designs in DKC3 is bad. There were two main points: 1, there was no general theme like the first two had, imperialism and pirate, and 2, the general design was ugly, everything looked like fetish material. And now I'm starting to have these feelings again. RareWare rebooted the image of Donkey Kong for 'Country' in 1994 with the earlier DK now being his grandfather Cranky. Apart from DKC3, every game has looked great and stylised. DKCTF is a visual masterpiece and I would argue is the best looking Nintendo Game with 'Pikmin 3' and 'Mario Galaxy' being close behind. But for the port in 2018 they gave him a nose job and ever since DK has kept that feature. It appears that they are trying to replace the RareWare design with the Arcade one and I don't like it. His rebooted design has served them well for almost 3 decades and now he's being treated like this. It's really weird seeing the Switch 2 announcement on the same day as the "remake" of DKCR. DK's latest design seems lifted from the movie

- sidenote - Much like how Peach's design has become more aggressive since the movie which also annoys me. Not because Peach has become a strong woman like some idiots online think but because I don't think the source material should change because of new more mainstream (probably not the right term in this case) mediums like what is happening since the MCU. But this is relatively minor as it was just some box art that tweaked expressions like they do with Kirby for different audiences, there is no indication that Peach is going to change character - end sidenote -

and this is being shown the day the "remake" which they couldn't even be bothered to update DK's design like with the DKCTF port and, besides the HD, has worse visual effects than the Wii! Without RareWare ... I don't think Donkey Kong would have become obscure by Nintendo Standards without RareWare but they wouldn't be as beloved as a franchise, only recognised due to pop-culture osmosis. It's been over a decade since we got a new DK game, the time between DKC3 to DKCR is now shorter than DKCR to now. It is disrespectful Donkey Kong that this is how he's being treated. The new model still looks better than he did in MK8 though.