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[daenylothbrok]

Seated Bar Calgary Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial l-shaped light wood floor and gray floor seated home bar remodel with an undermount sink, wood countertops, red backsplash, brick backsplash and brown countertops

[zimthesilly]

Hey, remember that AU I was working on? I finally figured out what to do with it! Meet Bicast, my new OC!

He's Zim from Zib's timeline... kind of. Zib in this AU comes from an altered version of Pilot Dib's timeline, hence why his Zim is different than expected. In this timeline, Zim was far more successful than any other, except for one where he became the tallest (I love those AU's, so Tallest Zim will be a character at some point). He was a captain over the invaders and was likely assigned earth as a planet intentionally.

With that said, after he was killed and his PAK attached to Zib, not only did he gain his memories but he begun haunting him and slowly driving him insane, doing things like possessing him in short bursts, playing sorrowful music on the piano in his house (Zib shares a house with our Dib in this AU, so the piano is belongs to either Dib or Gaz) and writing cryptic messages on note paper. But with that said, he also can't bring himself to hurt Zib. Could it be because he's his only vessel, or because he's somehow guilty for putting him in this situation in the first place? Only time will tell.

I finally made a speedpaint as well, you can watch it here! Bicast - Invader Zim OC speedpaint!

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[thisvisionofmyspirit]

I can understand why there are a lot of misconceptions around the sustainability of leather, but leather production has a significant negative impact on the environment due to the heavy chemicals such as chromium used in tanning and its strong ties to the environmentally harmful cattle farming industry. 

There are also many eco-friendlier vegan leather options made from materials like mushrooms, cacti, and pineapples that don't contribute to these issues. 

However, even the use of pleather actually causes less harm to the environment than leather production does, which, many people don't realize, also has a plastic coating, typically using polyurethane. If you see leather that has shine to it, the shine is due to a layer of plastic. This type of leather is called bicast leather, but it is what virtually everyone thinks of as simply 'leather' and it is still permitted to be sold as "genuine leather" or "100% leather" in many parts of the world. 

There is also what is known as 'bonded leather' which is a blend of animal skins, rubber, and a polyurethane binder that is embossed with a texture to replicate the appearance of animal skins. The actual amount of animal skin that is in 'bonded leather' can vary dramatically, sometimes having very little animal parts in it, yet still being sold as leather. These types of leather are the most common and so end up being significantly worse for the environment, even if a person doesn't consider the ethics of wearing an animal's skin. 

The term "vegan leather" being used on pleather also isn't for the benefit of vegans, but is due to greenwashing, which leather production is guilty of doing as well when leather is promoted as being "eco-friendly" when many credible studies prove that it isn't. Pleather is also not being made for vegans, but instead is for people who cannot afford leather. 

Buying second hand clothing or using neither animal skins nor pleather is also an option for many people and this is what the majority of vegans actually promote.

Thank you for these interesting insights. Personally, I am aware that leather is not a particularly eco-friendly industry (as aren't any industries) but I appreciate you detailing the ecological impact of leather compared to the one of pleather because even if I knew the difference was not extremely significant, I was still informed by different sources that they were in favor of leather. I'm willing to reevaluate that, of course.

What I was ranting about was more the common conflating of "vegan" and "environmentally friendly" that I see everywhere. It's not just about leather, it's also about foods (plant milks for example, the soy and almond industries being pretty damaging: not saying the dairy industry isn't, just saying presenting plant milks as a perfect solution is a lie). And I'm not saying it comes from vegans. I agree that that's purely a greenwashing strategy from execs who probably do not care. Also, you couldn't catch me blaming poor people for any of that, obviously shifting the blame to the consumer is a vile tactic that doesn't work on me.

Anyway, I'm not trying to debate, just making clear I wasn't being particularly dismissive of vegans, people who can't afford leather, or efforts to create alternative cruelty-free materials that will inevitably require at least a bit of plastic. I just don't think the vegan label is always being used in an honest manner: it just doesn't mean "green".

[thebicast]

Rev. Erica Saunders, Newly Ordained Bi & Trans Baptist Minister

Rev. Erica Saunders, Newly Ordained Bi & Trans Baptist Minister

Published  2019-03-31

Elizabeth and Amy talk to Rev. Erica Saunders, a bi and trans minister who has recently been ordained at Wake Forest University School of Divinity, a Baptist Seminary.

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Baptist News Global: North Carolina Baptist church ordaining trans woman to gospel ministry

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[your-weird-uncle-mick]

Our Stories is a project to collect, archive, and present the lives of our Bi+ community. In this way we can share our tragedies, triumphs, and share lessons learned. Others can learn from your experiences and sometimes it's a relief just to get it off your chest. This project is not exclusive: Demi, Pan, Ace, Trans, anyone in our expanding community. You can record them yourself, or we can record it for you. Listen in (and get information how you can contribute) at thebicast.org. #thebicast #binetusa #bisexual #demisexual #asexual #pansexual #transgender #personalnarrative #lgbtqa #lgbta #podcast #ourstories

[acti-veg]

Hi Acti! My last ask probably didn't go through (if it did, ignore this). I googled PU-Leather because I was looking for a new phone case. I've always assumend that it's all synthetic and this is also what wikipedia says. But I've also found pages that say, that it could also be a thin layer of real animal skin coated in synthetic material and that there isn't a universal definition of what it actually is. Do you know more about this? And do you know how to tell if it's all synthetic or not?

Hi anon, I’m so sorry you didn’t get a reply. I specifically remember receiving (and answering) your ask, but now I can’t find the post so perhaps it just didn’t post properly. My bad either way. 

Unfortunately, PU is one of those terms that isn’t as well defined or legally protected as it should be. PU realistically should always be vegan, the term is specifically supposed to refer to synthetic material. The problem, is that bicast leather, which contains actual leather, and just has a coating of PU on top of it, is often labelled as ‘PU leather’ and they seem to get away with doing it. ‘100% PU leather’ will always be vegan, but otherwise I think it’s best to check. 

You can often find out on the materials label if it’s clothing, but it’s a bit more tricky with items like phone cases, and you may have to email the company directly in order to be certain on this one. Just as a sidenote, I’d recommend RhinoShield for your phone case - they confirmed to me by email that their patented material is vegan. I’ve been using the bumper case since they started on kickstarter, it’s light, unobtrusive, and I’ve never smashed a screen despite dropping my phone many times.

[thebicast]

2019 Bisexual Health Awareness Month with BRC's Laura DelloStritto and Alexandra Bolles

2019 Bisexual Health Awareness Month with BRC’s Laura DelloStritto and Alexandra Bolles

Published 2019-02-26

Elizabeth and Lynnette interview Laura DelloStritto and Alexandra Bolles of the Bisexual Resource Center about the 2019 Bisexual Health Awareness Month in March.

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[carrymebagsstore]

A Fashion Guide To Buy Leather Bags Online For Men

When you start making a purchase while looking specifically for men's leather laptop bags, there are several things to take into account. To begin with, it might be really challenging to distinguish genuine leather from the several alternatives that have been created over time.

Even though some full grain leather bags may be of very good quality, most boast leather is really of lower quality than the real thing. This is why it's crucial to exercise caution when purchasing laptop bags online since we can't physically inspect the fabric for authenticity.

Here are some tips for distinguishing genuine materials from imitations:

(A) Natural leather is substantially more porous than any bicast forms because it can breathe. This can be seen by locating the tiny pores that are present on every skin type naturally.

(b) Natural leather has a certain amount of shine, whereas artificial leather has a sheen that is highly accentuated. Real leather will not have a very high polish and will actually show a more natural tone even in harsh lighting when you purchase genuine leather bags online.

(c) Check the legitimacy and reputation of the brand before spending money on designer goods. Despite the fact that many leather goods are offered for sale online through shopping portals, buying directly from boutiques that specialise in leather goods is actually safer.

Men's leather bags are hard to locate in legitimate online stores, but certain designers do sell directly. While the majority of these shops would focus on selling locally, a reputable designer would also provide worldwide shipping. It's also crucial to be aware that buying directly from a boutique may cost you some money for shipping but will ensure that the leather is high-quality and authentic.

It can be really challenging to find laptop bags with a wide enough selection of designs while shopping online. A strong, roomy, and multipurpose laptop bag would be ideal for a man to use.

There should be lots of separate compartments for peripherals, paper and documents, and other office supplies, even though the laptop itself may take up a lot of room.

Make sure you locate styles that let you to carry numerous stuff in comfort while taking up the least amount of room. Ensure that the folds and flaps are functionally designed as well.

Online purchases of genuine leather bags should additionally include a guarantee certificate from the manufacturer attesting to the product's use of real leather. Also take note of how much leather was really used to create the item. The majority of the bag should be made of leather, while the interior lining may also be made of other materials like felt and cotton.

Depending on the various designs, men's leather laptop bags can be little or huge nonetheless, a significant indicator of a genuine product is when the manufacturer offers a certification of warranty. CarryMeBags offer best quality of leather bags at affordable cost checkout their online store now visit now : https://carrymebags.com/

[bluectex]

PU LEATHER

PU leather surface presents a variety of colors, a variety of patterns, and do not lose the advantages of leather breathable, folding. It has own unique place in the appearance and waterproof performance.

TYPES OF PU LEATHER

Synthetic Faux PVC Leather

Polyurethane leather or PU leather is an artificial leather made of thermoplastic polymer used for making furniture or shoes. PU leather is completely artificial and is considered vegan.

Brown PU PVC Artificial Leather

PU leather also called artificial leather, bicast Leather, split leather, bonded leather, reconstituted leather, corrected grain leather.

Printed PVC Leather

PU Leather costs less than genuine leather because it is easier to manufacture.PU doesn't absorb water which makes it easy to clean.100% PU leather is vegan.PU leather can be made into a variety o...

Classical Artificial Faux PVC Leather

Upholstery leather is a more suitable material for covering the interiors of cars and various types of furniture (nautical, aircraft, sofas, chairs, beds, walls, etc.); these leathers are usually larg...

The Head of The Bed Soft Bag PU PVC

Similar to genuine leather, artificial leather can be smooth, shiny, soft, stiff, plastic-like or suede-like.

Faux Leather Suede Microfiber Cuero Nappa

Artificial leather, it is in the fabric backing or non-woven base, by all sorts of different formulations of PVC and PU foam or coated processing. Synthetic leather can luster according to different i...

Vinyl Leather Fabric Red Faux PU PVC Leather

Depending on how the leather will be used, you'll have to choose a different fabric backing. If you're looking to make leather furniture, the fabric base will be stiff and thick which adds fir...

Factory Free Sample PU PVC Leather

Cheap: It's cheaper to manufacture than any other vegan leather.Versatile: It works with almost any leather, such as notebook covers, car seats, furniture, leather coats, etc.Durable: PVC leather ...

ADVANTAGES OF PU LEATHER

To manufacture

PU Leather costs less than genuine leather because it is easier to manufacture.

To clean

PU doesn't absorb water which makes it easy to clean.

Leather is Vegan

100% PU leather is vegan.

Colors and Styles

PU leather can be made into a variety of colors and styles.

Doesn't Dry out over Time

Unlike leather, PU leather doesn't dry out over time.

PU LEATHER FAQS

Is PU leather eco friendly?

Sustainability wise pu leather is actually way better than animal leather. The production takes up way less ressources and therefore more eco friendly. Although it is not as sustainable as plant based leather alternatives it is still more sustainable than conventional leather.

Is PU leather strong?

Since polyurethane has been used as a special coating for heavy duty and industrial purposes it is very durable. It lasts a very long time and usually does not crack or wear down easily. The overall durability and quality is quite good and actually way better compared to most faux leather alternatives.

Is PU leather waterproof?

As a material, this synthetic version of the real thing offers numerous advantages. In terms of performance, polyurethane leather is waterproof, can be dry-cleaned, is soft and supple and much lighter than real leather.

What is PU leather made of?

PU is made by coating a backing fabric such as polyester or shredded leather with a flexible polymer and then treating it to look more like animal hide. Polyurethane upholstery is the most realistic imitation of genuine leather, with respect to hand, surface feel, and overall appearance.

PU LEATHER COMPREHENSIVE PHYSICS PERFORMANCE

Good Color Fastness

Strong tearing, peeling and deflection strength

High surface wear and Scratch resistance

Perfect chemical and solvent resistance

High light and yellow resisting, UV resistance

Great acid, alkali and hydrolysis resistance

[fobocrocodilesblog]

What is Genuine Leather ?

Walking through the stores, looking at a briefcase or a pair of shoes, it might seem great when we read “Genuine Leather”. Sounds awesome, right? Like you’re getting the real thing? We hate to let you down, but – it’s not all it’s cracked up to be.The “genuine leather” name does not mean great leather – it just means there’s some leather in the material. In this article, we’ll look at how genuine leather is made, how it stacks up against other types of leather and how to take care of your genuine leather products.

How is Genuine Leather is Made?

You’re not getting fake lather when you buy genuine – you’re just not getting the top. Actually, it simply means that it’s not top grain or full grain. It could mean a lot of different things, actually. It’s intentionally vague.In many cases, genuine leather is actually split leather. That means that the lower (inner) layers of the hide are stripped off. The outer, higher-quality parts are “top grain”. The ability to take multiple layers from one hide depends on the thickness of the skin. Some skins, like cow, are often able to be split into various levels. Genuine leather can come from the intermediate layers – between top grain and suede. That’s in term of position in the hide – not in terms of quality.

Quality

Genuine leather is leather, at least. Of the various possible grains and cuts, it’s at the bottom of the list, though. Relative to high-quality leathers like full grain and top grain, it’s definitely an inferior product.“Genuine leather” is not as durable and long-lasting as better leather products. It may make a decent first impression but is not going to stand up to ongoing wear and tear.

Appearance

If you’re not concerned about a product that going to have the resilience of a high-quality leather, you may be able to fool some of the people who just take a quick look at your genuine leather product.Since Genuine Leather simply means that leather is present in the product, it can run the gamut on appearances. In some places, even the bottom rung of leather product – such as bicast and bonded leather – can be called “genuine.”So there’s no consistent appearance to this class of leather. What is going to show, though, is its inferiority as it begins to wear quickly.

[orseeleather]

6 تفاوت بین واقعی در مقابل. Bonded Vs. چرم مصنوعی

چرم واقعی، چرم چسبانده شده و چرم مصنوعی چیست؟

 چرم واقعی

چرم واقعی را می توان به عنوان چرم کامل نیز نامید که بالاترین درجه چرمی است که می توانید پیدا کنید. چرم دانه کامل لایه بالایی پوست حیوانات است که دارای عیوب طبیعی است. چرم واقعی به دلیل ضخامتی که دارد برای تولیدکنندگان کار سختی است اما بادوام ترین آنها خواهد بود.

 خرید کیف چرم و خرید کمربند چرم ارسی از شعب ارسی 

چرم چسبیده

چرم چسبانده شده از ضایعات و الیاف باقیمانده از ساخت چرم طبیعی، مخلوط با چسب پلی اورتان ساخته می شود. سپس این ضایعات با استفاده از چسب برای چسباندن الیاف به یکدیگر، روی یک پشتی کاغذی به هم می‌پیوندند. برای ایجاد بافت چرم واقعی ممکن است یک پوشش پلی اورتان اضافه و برجسته شود. بیشتر چرم های چسباننده فقط 10 تا 20 درصد چرم واقعی دارند.

 چرم مصنوعی

چرم مصنوعی به چرم پلی اورتان یا چرم PU نیز معروف است. این یک چرم مصنوعی ساخته شده از پلیمر ترموپلاستیک است. چرم صد در صد PU کاملاً گیاهی خواهد بود، برخلاف برخی از انواع چرم مصنوعی، به نام چرم دوی کاست که دارای چرم واقعی هستند. چرم Bicast بخش فیبری باقی مانده پوست گاو را از تولید چرم واقعی می گیرد و یک لایه پلی اورتان به آن اضافه می کند.

 تفاوت بین Real، Bonded و Faux

با انواع متعدد چرم در بازار، تشخیص تفاوت بین آنها هنگام خرید محصولات چرمی می تواند چالش برانگیز باشد. بسته به نوع چرمی که به دنبال آن هستید یا اینکه به دنبال چه کیفیتی در محصولات چرمی خود هستید، باید تفاوت های آنها را بدانید.

 تفاوت هزینه ها

هزینه یکی از تفاوت های اصلی در مقایسه این سه نوع چرم خواهد بود. چرم واقعی گران ترین خواهد بود زیرا از چرم واقعی ساخته شده است که ساخت آن سخت است. چرم مصنوعی ارزان تر از چرم واقعی است، اما قیمت آن کمی بیشتر از چرم چسبانده شده است. ساخت چرم مصنوعی در مقایسه با چرم واقعی آسان تر است. چرم پیوندی ارزان‌ترین در بین تمام چرم‌ها است، زیرا نازک‌ترین آنهاست، از چرم ضایعاتی تشکیل شده و به پشتی کاغذی نازک چسبیده است.

تفاوت دوام

چرم واقعی در طول زمان ماندگاری بالایی خواهد داشت زیرا ترک نمی‌خورد یا پوسته نمی‌شود. چرم واقعی به جای فرسوده شدن، روی سطح طبیعی خود پتینه ایجاد می کند. چرم مصنوعی یا چرم PU به اندازه چرم واقعی بادوام نخواهد بود، اما در مقایسه با چرم چسبنده دوام بیشتری خواهد داشت. چرم PU قابل تنفس نیست و به راحتی می تواند در طول زمان سوراخ و ترک بخورد. چرم PU بر خلاف چرم چسبنده می تواند در برابر لکه مقاوم باشد و در برابر محو شدن مقاوم است. از آنجایی که چرم چسبانده شده از ضایعات چرم و پلی اورتان مخلوط ساخته شده است و به پشت کاغذ چسبیده است، بسیار شبیه کاغذ است و به راحتی می تواند در طول زمان خراشیده شود، پوست کنده شود یا پوسته پوسته شود. چرم چسبیده عمر کوتاهی دارد و رنگ آن در نور خورشید محو می شود.

 تفاوت های ظاهری و بافتی

چرم واقعی طبیعی ترین ظاهر را خواهد داشت، اگرچه در گزینه های رنگی محدود است و بافتی ناسازگار خواهد داشت. چرم واقعی برخلاف چرم های مصنوعی بافتی صاف و نرم دارد. چرم PU از نظر ظاهری بافتی ثابت دارد، اگرچه گاهی اوقات می تواند تقلبی و مصنوعی به نظر برسد. چرم PU از نظر ظاهری به چرم واقعی نزدیک ترین ��ست و حتی ممکن است در برخی موارد شبیه چرم واقعی به نظر برسد. چرم چسبانده شده به راحتی قابل تشخیص است زیرا مصنوعی ترین به نظر می رسد و نازک تر از بیشتر چرم های مصنوعی و واقعی است. چرم چسبانده شده و چرم PU می توانند در رنگ ها و سبک های مختلف عرضه شوند، در حالی که چرم طبیعی اینطور نیست.

 تفاوت های پایداری

چرم واقعی می تواند برای برخی از مصرف کنندگان خاموش باشد زیرا یک ماده گیاهی نیست. ساخت چرم واقعی دشوار است و هزینه ساخت آن بیشتر است. چرم PU ممکن است از منابع کمتری برای تولید استفاده کند، اما پلاستیک ها تجزیه نمی شوند و سازگار با محیط زیست نیستند. با این حال، اگر به دنبال یک چرم گیاهی هستید، چرم 100 درصد PU یک گزینه عالی است. چرم چسبیده را می توان پایدار در نظر گرفت زیرا از ضایعات و الیاف باقی مانده از ساخت چرم واقعی استفاده می کند، اما با گذشت زمان، می تواند برخی از مواد شیمیایی مورد استفاده در فرآیند تولید را آزاد کند. چرم چسبناک یک محصول گیاهی نیست زیرا می تواند بین 10 تا 20 درصد چرم واقعی داشته باشد.

تفاوت های مراقبت و تمیز کردن

چرم واقعی از آنجایی که به طور طبیعی جاذب است، می تواند به راحتی مایعات را جذب کند، که می تواند آن را مستعد لکه شدن و تمیز کردن آن دشوار کند. چرم واقعی باید دو بار در سال درمان شود تا نرم بماند و از خشک شدن آن جلوگیری شود. هنگام مراقبت از چرم واقعی از پاک کننده های ساینده دوری کنید. چرم PU ساده ترین تمیز کردن است زیرا مایعات را جذب نمی کند. با مراقبت مناسب از چرم PU خود، مدت زمان بیشتری از آن استفاده خواهید کرد. تمیز کردن چرم چسبانده شده دشوار است. چرم چسبانده شده را نمی توان با هیچ پاک کننده یا پارچه ساینده ای تمیز کرد زیرا سطح ممکن است فرسوده شود، ترک بخورد و پوست کنده شود.

 تفاوت های بو

اگرچه بو ذهنی است، اما بسیاری از مردم بوی چرم مصنوعی را دوست ندارند. چرم PU بوی مشخصی از پلاستیک یا مواد شیمیایی خواهد داشت. از طرف دیگر چرم چسبانده شده نیز می تواند بوی مصنوعی داشته باشد، اما با چرم اضافه شده، ممکن است بوی چرم واقعی را بیشتر کند. چرم واقعی بویی طبیعی خواهد داشت که بوی مصنوعی نخواهد داشت.

 افکار کلی

وقتی این سه نوع مختلف چرم را با هم مقایسه می کنیم، واقعاً به ترجیحات شخصی مربوط می شود. تا زمانی که به دنبال یک محصول گیاهی نباشید، چرم واقعی بهترین گزینه خواهد بود. اگر به دنبال یک گزینه چرم گیاهی هستید، چرم PU/faux بهترین گزینه است زیرا ماندگاری بیشتری نسبت به چرم چسبان دارد. چرم PU نیز ارزان تر از چرم واقعی است، اما ممکن است دوام طولانی مدت نداشته باشد. چرم چسبان ارزان ترین گزینه از سه گزینه است و اگر نگرانی اصلی شما دوام است، ممکن است چیزی باشد که بخواهید از آن اجتناب کنید.

 اگر برای مبلمان یا لباس چرمی خرید می کنید، مطمئن شوید که تفاوت های متعدد بین انواع مختلف چرم ها را در نظر گرفته اید. ببینید کدام کیفیت چرم برای شما مهم است.

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Rakefet Abergel: Jax In Love

Rakefet Abergel: Jax In Love

Published 2019-01-08 Lynnette and Elizabeth interview Rakafet Abergel, writer and star of Jax In Love. Download Link Links: Rakefet’s IMDb page Jax In Love Help fund Rakefet’s next project, “Boo”.

  (music provided by Honeybird & Rorie Kelly)

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