#this acrylic stand was one of my dream items

[ashneiji]

I got my first piece of Banana Fish merch!! I can now be as delusional as I want 😌

[tipsy-scales]

I fell asleep last night writing a more contemplative version of this, but today I actually bought the items, so lemme go over how I want to do my next gallery wall which I’m calling “The 2B 9S wall” (though it’s not limited to them. There’s just a huge a$$ picture of them on that wall)

Here is is now. We wallpapered here as a feature wall, so I always intended to leave it blank, but It started feeling bare to me and as I ran out of space elsewhere, I began to regret giving up a whole wall. Recently though I saw a room with similar floral patterned paper that had frames on it and I loved how full and formal it looked. The final thing convincing me was realizing I COULD hang up my giant 2B 9S poster. Every other wall didn’t have space for it, and considering its size, I wasn’t sure if I could get away with using it in any other room until I have my own place…

Anyway here are my other walls

If it wasn’t clear before, I’m a maximalist LOL. It’s supposed to look FULL but hopefully not cluttered. And if it is cluttered, it should be so in an artistic way. (Hopefully).

My guideline for keeping things uniform is similar frames ofc but also using prints with minimal colors. This is a case of my aesthetic lining up well with my collection. I started with some of the Hanako kun coasters and the Homunculi placemat and realized they go together, then I filled out my collection with more pieces I genuinely like that match.

Getting my room how I wanted it was a big project the last year and a half. When I’m putting things together, it’s kind of stressful because I want it to be done, so I keep thinking about what to add next and looking for the right pieces. Once it’s all done though, I stop thinking about it and it’s nice.

What makes the 2B 9S wall different is the wallpaper, so instead of having the frames and prints be busy, I want the prints to be a visual break from the craziness of the wall. This is once again kind of a coincidence as after hanging up the big a$$ poster, I liked the negative space and B&W palette a lot. I also bought a simple black frame because it was cheap, but I think I’ll stick with simpler black frames on this wall.

So that’s the plan for prints on this wall. Images with a B&W palette and simple black frames.

I thought about things I’ve been wanting to add to the collection and got these two clear files

The TBHK one is an illustration I LOOOOVE. I’ve been meaning to buy the clear file forever but never could justify it. It has more colors than the poster but is still very stark in its values, so I thought it could work. It would also make it clear this is NOT a 2B 9S exclusive wall. There’s just a huge a$$ poster of them on it.

The second one…is 2B and 9S. I fully admit I threw this one in last minute, but I love this illustration as well AND it fits my limited palette. Both have a smoky dreamy quality to them. I hope they pair well.

The other thing I’ve struggled with is fillers. On my other walls, I found myself going to “small round thing” a lot to add variety. I guess it makes a nice mirror since the walls are facing, but I don’t want to keep doing it.

My solution was one of my forgotten dreams: having an acrylic stand collection.

I freed this shelf up recently and planned to make a 9Shrine here for some stands I bought, but instead I think it’ll be better to display stands on the wall! This way they’ll all stay together and be united by being stands not by being all the same character. That is important to me because I’ve realized if I make a committed shrine or even collection for a character, I tend to get out of hand and start buying things I don’t even like just because the character is on them.

This freed me up to buy more Hanako kun stuff I wanted which I’ll happily do because TBHK has such beautiful art. I buy the Nier stuff because I love the characters, but the art doesn’t always do it for me the same way TBHK does.

Anyway, here’s the Nier stands I have otw

These are my absolute favorite Nier stands. I love the t shirts and they both look really cute in the first ones. Then the second…9S is so��they rlly did good there. They made that for me.

and here’s the TBHK ones I bought

They’re more colorful but I think it’ll tie in well to the one tbhk clear file I’ll have up.

For hanging these up, I’m planning on a combination of floating wall shelves and gaudy sconces

So that’s the plan!! Next paycheck I’ll go after the shelves because whoo. I also better not start hanging things up until I’ve got it all. I’m sure I’ll add more things to this wall, but this is enough to get it feeling complete enough that I won’t go crazy having a half finished wall.

Thanks for reading! I’m excited to get everything in.

[disneythingsilike]

Twisted Wonderland x OH MY CAFE collab

The OH MY CAFE locations in Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya are going to have a Twisted Wonderland theme for a limited time.

The theme, other than it being Twisted Wonderland, is the dorm heads during the Halloween events; specifically Glorious Masquerade and Stage in Playful Land.

These are the dates the collaboration will be starting and ending at for each location: Tokyo location: September 6 – November 4 Osaka location: September 12 - October 20 Nagoya location: October 3 - Sunday, November 24

Here is a link to the website

You will need to make a reservation in order to visit. You can buy goods online, but there are limited time slots where you can purchase. Info on that here

~Cafe Menu~

Food

Glorious Masquerade Plate A plate inspired by the famous croissants of "The City of Flowers." With steamed chicken and egg salad. ¥2,590 (with tax included) - roughly $17.94

Stage in Playful Land Plate A plate featuring food inspired by the food from Playful Land. Fried tuna is featured here and inspired by what Grimm ate. ¥2,590 (with tax included) - roughly $17.94

Grape Yogurt Glass This yogurt glass is made from grapes, a specialty of The City of Flowers. It's inspired by the scene at the end of the event, when the sky is filled with red lotus flowers. ¥1,690 with tax included)- roughly $11.71

Rose-Colored Yogurt Glass This yogurt glass is inspired by Fellow's unique magic, "Rose-colored Dreams." It comes with a paper lining inspired by a Playful Land ticket. ¥1,690 with tax included)- roughly $11.71

Drinks

【Glorious Masquerade】 Iced café au lait This iced café au lait is decorated with the motif of the masks that appear in the upside-down festival held in "The City of Flowers." *Muddlers with charms can be purchased at an additional cost. (the spoon-thingy seen in the glass) ¥ 1,090 (with tax)- roughly $7.55

【Glorious Masquerade】 Grape Drink This drink is inspired by grapes, one of the "City of Flowers" specialty foods. *Muddlers with charms can be purchased at an additional cost. (the spoon-thingy seen in the glass) ¥ 1,090 (with tax)- roughly $7.55

【Glorious Masquerade】 Rare cheese flavored yogurt smoothie This yogurt-flavored smoothie is inspired by the cheese sold at the stall in "The City of Flowers". *Muddlers with charms can be purchased at an additional cost. (the spoon-thingy seen in the glass) ¥ 1,190 (with tax)- roughly $8.14

【Stage in Playful Land】 Cherry-flavored smoothie This cherry smoothie is inspired by the cherry pie that Ace ate in "Playful Land." *Muddlers with charms can be purchased at an additional cost. (the spoon-thingy seen in the glass) ¥ 1,190 (with tax)- roughly $8.14

【Stage in Playful Land】 Strawberry Milk A drink inspired by the strawberry milk ice cream that Grimm ate in "Playful Land." Stir well before enjoying. *Muddlers with charms can be purchased at an additional cost. (the spoon-thingy seen in the glass) ¥ 1,090 (with tax)- roughly $7.55

【Stage in Playful Land】 Sparkling Apple Juice This drink is inspired by the sparkling apple juice that Leona and the others had in Playful Land. *Muddlers with charms can be purchased at an additional cost. (the spoon-thingy seen in the glass) ¥ 1,090 (with tax)- roughly $7.55

Caffeine free hot coffee and hot tea will also be available for ¥690 (with tax)- roughly $4.72

Souvenirs

Muddler with charm 【Glorious Masquerade】 Version This can be purchased with a drink. The drinks that it can be purchased with are the Iced Café Au Lait, Grape Drink, and Rare Cheese Flavored Yogurt Smoothie. ※Only one can be purchased per menu item ¥1,100 (with tax)- roughly $5.53

Muddler with charm 【Stage in Playful Land】 Version This can be purchased with a drink. The drinks that it can be purchased with are Cherry Smoothie, Strawberry Milk, and Sparkling Apple Juice. ※Only one can be purchased per menu item ¥1,100 (with tax)- roughly $5.53

Acrylic Coaster Stand 【Glorious Masquerade】 Version (11 random varieties) Can be purchased with a drink. The drinks that it can be purchased with are the Iced Café Au Lait, Grape Drink, and Rare Cheese Flavored Yogurt Smoothie. ※Up to 5 can be purchased for each eligible menu item ¥1,100 (with tax)- roughly $5.53

Acrylic Coaster Stand 【Stage in Playful Land】 Version (11 random varieties) This can be purchased with a drink. The drinks that it can be purchased with are Cherry Smoothie, Strawberry Milk, and Sparkling Apple Juice. ※Up to 5 can be purchased for each eligible menu item ¥1,100 (with tax)- roughly $5.53

Some menu items are also available for take out.

For information on allergens, please contact the store for information.

[yuikomorii]

Games this, anime that, hey admin what do you think about Rejet making more songs? The last ones we got were the SADISTIC SONGs which only had the Sakamaki’s and I dont even remember when they came out but all I know is that we haven’t gotten any new songs in ages 😭😭. But tbh I think songs are a better strategy than just merch all over :// and think of all the combos that havent been used yet. I would pay to hear a Shu/Subaru one or even a cross-family duo like an Ayato/Kou one. Ik that songs arent what Rejet does but an anon can dream and plus, we have EROSION by the Carnelian Blood guys so I dont think the idea is that far fetched

// I respect Rejet’s work and the effort they put into the songs but honestly I’m more fond of the Erosion ones; the DL songs aren’t really my type. However, I truly enjoy some of them, such as Gin no Bara, and I'm sure many fans love them a lot, but selling merch is a way better marketing strategy because it brings more money to the company. The reason is simple: everyone can listen to the songs anytime because they are posted online, therefore many fans won't purchase the CDs anymore. However, with merch, it's a completely different story, taking account that acrylic stands, badges, rings, and other event items aren’t easy to come by and are also limited, so you won't be able to buy them whenever you want.

[socialantleredrabbit]

heyo! i collect merch of characters i like, so here's the list of my dream merch

starting with the ULTRA DREAM MERCH

DM ME IMMEDIATELY IF YOU SEE ANY OF THESE ITEMS ON SALE ANYWHERE. PLEASE.

1. kasane teto nendoroid (the number's 569)

2. kyoko kirigiri scale figure (the one with the ball and the chair)

3. phoenix wright figma

DREAM MERCH (also dm me if you see it but i wouldn't immediately take a loan to buy that)

1. mahiru koizumi's full body sprite acrylic stand. from the game, not from the anime

2. miles edgeworth's tsum tsum - acquired!

3. anything with these characters:

1) raymond shields

2) athena cykes

3) trucy wright

4) justine courtney

4. hatsune miku 2015 snow bell ver. figma

5. hatsune miku's 50 cm plush. any type but not the pillow, the plushie.

6. mahiru's and korekiyo's 10th anniversary acrylic stands. can exchange them for heart pins of chiaki and/or mikan if you have them.

LESS DREAM MERCH (still want it, but not as much. if you want to sell this to me dm me)

1. physical versions of manga for sdr2 and ndrv3 in english. also aa manga in english. not the one on amazon because it doesn't deliver here.

2. any of mahiru koizumi's merch. will definitely tell you if i already have it

3. kyoko kirigiri's ichiban kuji figures

4. any aa/dgs merch

that's what im interested in!!

hope anyone notices....

[lost-inthedream]

From summer to summer

Request: Hiii, can i request for Hwiyoung with fluff genre?

Words: 1,5 K

POV: 3rd.

Biker! Hwiyoung x female character

Summary: a lovestory between a handsome biker and the girl who shyly stole his heart.

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Note: Yes, I needed to write something about him on a motorcycle. I’m not sorry. Any resemblance between this fanfiction and Harleys in Hawaii by Katy Perry is not coincidence :)

Sorry for any spelling or grammatical mistakes that you possibly find.

Being on the back of Youngkyun’s Harley-Davidson was a dream that somehow came true. Now with her chin softly pressed to his right shoulder, wearing that exclusive half helmet that he gave her, to celebrate one year together, and feeling the summer breeze caressing her face, those times of complete unsureness are far away. She couldn’t even remember the lack of confidence she erstwhile had in herself. One year ago both of them didn’t know each other yet, even though she used to contemplate his gorgeous figure riding around her neighborhood.

He talked to her for the first time thanks to that summer night in that cool karaoke bar filled with Hawaii themes and by the cost. Her group of friends encouraged her to go sing by herself on the stage. The idea of standing there with the microphone close to her mouth as her voice would be resonating for everyone was scary at first but why not? It could be her chance to grow as a person, to bloom.

The yellow flower put on her ear was the first sign.

she got up and chose the song she often sang in the shower because that one already made part of her. She was used to the rhythm, to the way the words were connected, the pauses. Everything.

Once she put her foot on the little stage, her eyes were surprised by the heavenly vision of the biker she was enamored. He was still entering the place, serene features, a neat white t-shirt under a leather jacket and fluff messed hair. His helmet being embraced by his arm. He was detached and calm, a lone wolf.

The song started and she focused on singing to her friends. Timidly vibing to the song, she acted as only them existed. She could hear they sing even though her voice was the only one amplified by the speakers. Her confidence increased more and more and she ventured to look to other tables,to explore, it was an unexpected desire to know how they were reacting to that. To know if she weren’t disturbing all the customers a lot.

Besides, there was the handsome biker in the back surrounded by the mystic of her dreams.

Was he smiling at her? Or was she hallucinating? To the sight of his lips widening into an open smile, she gagged on two or three words already at the end of the song and her eyes skidded back to her friends.

She didn’t remember her legs trembling when she was simply singing to her own table direction. However, now they were like jelly. She left her body fall at her sit as everyone was hyped by her little performance. “ I didn’t think you would have the courage!”

She chuckled proudly and made an effort to look to the biker, now her admirer, she badly wished. He was far from her anyways, she barely could see his messy hair behind so many other heads. The night passed right  and he almost left himself being forgotten. Almost. A waiter arrived at her table to deliver her a drink, the same she tasted an hour before. However, it came with a message. "Your voice is a blessing. I wish I could hear it again."

Suddenly everybody’s loud presence was swallowed by the silent of her amazement. He used the word ‘blessing’ to refer at her, being himself a celestial view. Her friend, sitting next, sneaked at the little piece of paper she held and whispered at her ear. “Stealing hearts? You’re such a cute criminal, huh?”

Surprised, she didn’t know how to reply to that but, being realistic, she would never know. She simply folded the sheet back to its original way and heard her girl friend asking her over all the sounds in the bar: “Who sent you this?”

The other girl didn’t leave her alone about the fact that the guy she talked about for months was now there. The friend knew that if she pushed her strings enough, insisting and daring her to make a move, she would take an attitude, just like she did earlier when bravely stepped up onto the stage. She merely had to show her glow one more time and it could result into a memorable night to remember. She needed that, even if the guy wasn’t all that in the end. Nobody could be that perfect.

When she finally lost all her patience at her friend’s insistent encouragement, she dragged the chair away from the table only to get up and see him coming. 

Him.

He runned his own fingers through his perfect dark brown hair. So simple but her chin fell open. He smiled and she could swear that he was shy about being caught.

“Hey there” he greeted out loud so she could hear clearly.

She noticed her own stunned look and tried to regroup herself immediately, not sure if she succeeded.

“Hello” she left the greeting out her mouth not as audible as his.

“I was thinking” he revealed while playing with his own fingers behind his body. “can we talk?”

Her lips couldn’t lie. The way they curled up showed everything. She didn’t know why her natural defense always was to pretend being confident and poorly interested but still used to do like that. However, It didn’t happened that time. All her defenses fell apart to that guy’s gummy smile like it was his super power.

“It’s too loud here” she referred to the noisy speakers as another person sang. Her table was too close to the stage. She wasn’t even sure if the biker had heard her. 

“What if we sit in the back?” His face got just a little bit closer to her.

She looked at Rose, other friend sitting on the opposite side of that table, she would be the next to one to take the microphone, the next one to own the stage, in her words. The girl looked back at her and slipped her eyes to the tall guy for less than a second. She made a “go ahead” sign with one hand in the air; 

His helmet was occupying a sit and the boy rushed to remove it from there once she arrived. It was funny.

“I’m glad that you accepted the drink.” he said placing the rounded item on the table, next to french fries.

“And I’m not drunk. I guess.”

She stole an amuzed smile from him this time. Stealing felt good that night, first his attention, now smiles here and there. He looked approachable, easy in the most positive way. Maybe that’s why her defenses were out of place, in summer vacations.

He apparently didn’t know the drink wasn’t alcoholic.

“You can be but I can’t. You know, I have to carry  a lady back home. My bike is waiting for me outside.”

She laughed noisily.

“Did you left a lady alone?” she surprised him with more jokes.

“She’s looking the stars” he finally replied trying to be serious. Failing.

“Aren’t you jealous? The sky has been cloudless these days.”

“I’m looking at something- someone much better than the sky,”

She lowered her face feeling shy, feeling completely stolen. The subtle movement made the flower laying on his ear fall gracefully on the table surface. Using her hand to take it back was natural, exactly like the handsome biker did. Their hands touched softly at the fingertips. The place fell into silence only for them. She noticed a ring embracing his pinky finger and let her sight linger there a little as he slid his hands away. She caressed the flower petals instead of setting it back to her ear.

"I always wanted to know your name." His voice resonates.

"Always?"

"I saw you plenty of times on the streets."

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Now she was back to the summer season. This time her summer felt sure yet keeping the dreamlike thrill of their very first talk. There was poetry about being in love, about being loved. 

He stopped at the beach like planned. She chuckled against his curve of his neck feeling a bit stupid because she didn’t notice that they were arriving there.

“Why are you laughing, my daisy?”

She settled one foot on the ground and used her hands on Youngkyun’s shoulders so she could get her balance to jump off the bike. The laugh sounds didn’t have a break.

“I’m so silly.” She finally was able to say standing with her back to the sand and infinite ocean.

She looked stunning in his eyes. The sun lightened up her skin and that broad happy smile occupied all her face, her eyes, cheeks and even nose were smiling to him behind the acrylic visor.

“You are” he agreed. “but in a good way.”

He got off and took his own helmet off with a privileged ability and stood up right in front of her to delicately open the buckle on her chin.

“Now you’re free.” He said playfully holding both helmets.

she turned to face the horizon that them both craved to meet again and embraced him by the side. The two of them stayed there for a brief moment, just enough to breathe in and out, to smell the summer scent and then run away to the sand without thinking. He initiated that time, inviting her to be a little bit sillier and laugh out loud while chasing him.

[duchessfics]

For the fic with Wilhemina x Reader x Billie, I can definitely see Venable being the dominant one both sexually and non sexually but Billie is like a close second? So for that, I would honestly love to see Mina bossing the reader around and Billie is just like, “No, listen to me...” and Reader is kind of like “...” bc she doesn’t know what to do? So sorry if that was confusing!❤️

(https://clqrkkent.tumblr.com/post/179164121180/billie-dean-howard-medium-to-the-stars-in)

(https://sussoria.tumblr.com/post/179642504645/dont-ever-call-me-babe)

Billie x Fem!Reader X Wilhemina

Warning(s): Some angst (although not much because tbh I love fluff too much), A little drinking

Summary: After Billie comes home from being gone filming, the reader, Wilhemina and Billie spend the day together. But problems arise when Billie and Wilhemina both think they know what the reader what like to do more.

Word Count: 4327

A/n: Ok this took me a forever and a day to write this and I’m not sure if this is what you were wanting, but I hope you like it. Also I hope I wrote Billie and Wilhemina alright. 

I stir and groan as the arms around me withdraw, leaving me much cooler. My body turns over to search for the warmth and I open my eyes to see Wilhemina’s pale body covered in a silky, lavender nightgown, her scarlet curly hair loose. But I wake up more when I see she is standing, her dark eyes looking down at me. I begin to move away from a still sleeping Billie to get up. But she places a hand on my shoulder and murmurs, “Stay with Billie, darling. I’m just making some breakfast.” My lips curve into a drowsy smile and reply, “Ok.” Then she picks up her cane and begins to head towards the bathroom, the tap of her cane as soft as it can be. I watch her retreating figure and snuggle under the covers, wrapping my arms back around Billie.

Shortly after I end up falling asleep once more and feel soothed by her sweet vanilla scent after her being gone filming almost a month. However, it only feels like I am asleep a moment when I hear Billie’s soft laughter, making me smile before opening my eyes and looking up to her. “Good morning, baby girl.” She murmurs. My eyes scan over her silky, curled hair, down to her smooth, blemish-free forehead, landing on her perfectly shaped eyebrows. My eyes keep going down to her beautiful chocolate brown eyes lined with long, curled lashes, sliding down her adorable button nose to her plump, moisturized lips and I wonder if I’m still dreaming. But I know I’m awake and can’t hardly contain my grin as I reply, “Good morning. When did you get home last night?” Her acrylic nails brush up my back to massage my scalp and she replies, “About two in the morning. But you and Mina were already asleep. Which, by the way, you both looked adorable.” I practically purr in pleasure at her touch and I watch her lean down, capturing my lips.

My arms slide up her back to pull her closer as her lush lips massage mine. Meanwhile, her hand tugs the hair at the base of my neck, so she has a better angle. However, our moment is interrupted by Billie’s phone dinging. Billie reluctantly parts from my lips with a groan and turns to grab her phone. I curl into her chest as she picks it up and her finger mindlessly traces circles on my back as she looks at her phone. Then she takes a deep breath, squeezing me close as she does so and murmurs, “Mina says breakfast is ready.” So, we slip out of bed, heading towards the kitchen.

Upon walking in, we see Wilhemina placing freshly made pancakes on three plates. Her scarlet hair is meticulously styled and brushed back into a think ponytail and she is outfitted in a light purple dress and heels. “Mornin’ baby.” Billie purrs. Wilhemina looks up, her dark eyes gleaming and Billie struts up to her, swaying her hips as she does so. As soon as she gets to her, they kiss. Billie looks angelic with her lace baby doll nightgown and loose curled hair. Mina looks like an angel too, but much more devious as her one arm wraps around Billie, squeezing Billie against her. Billie lets out a moan and her arms slither up Wilhemina’s back, so she is even closer to her. My cheeks warm as they keep entangled in a passionate kiss. But my eyes catch the pancakes making my stomach grumble. So, I decide to step over, taking a seat at the island. Eventually, Billie parts from Wilhemina’s lips and they both are breathless, still gazing at each other. 

Billie smirks in satisfaction, licking her lips. Then her nails tap against the table top as her fingers crawl across the table to capture my hand. “Did you two have a good time together?” She asks, looking between Mina and I with her eyebrow raised. As soon as I look up to Wilhemina and see her giving me a wicked grin, my face flushes and I bite my lip nodding. Billie raises both eyebrows and looks to Mina who murmurs, “We had a good time. Y/n was a good girl—for the most part.” My whole face burns, but I grin, looking between them both. Billie squeezes my hand, smirking at my bashfulness. “Oh, it’s good to be home.” she murmurs. Then they both walk around to sit at the table and eat. As I eat my pancakes, I savor the breakfast, impressed by Wilhemina’s excellent cooking.

As they finish, I tell them both, “I took the day off work so we could spend the day together.” Billie looks up, a mischievous smile forming on her lips and she murmurs, “I do need to make up for lost time with you both. And two of us are nearly undressed already.” I giggle at her idea, but Wilhemina clears her throat and says, “Or we should go out somewhere and do something. Not spend the whole day sating your needs.” Billie chuckles crawls her fingers up Mina’s arms as she murmurs, “Oh Mina, you know I would make it worth your time. And I am quite sure y/n would enjoy herself as well.” Then she gives me a wink, making me look down to hide my smile. When I look back up, they both are engaged in a silent stare down, so I take my plate and say, “I’ll let you two figure this out.” Then I head to our bathroom and get ready for the day.

As I finish fixing my hair, Billie peeks in and murmurs, “Look at you.” I smile at her reflection, so glad she’s back home. “Did you two come to a decision?” I ask, turning to face her. She saunters up and tucks a curl behind my ear while replying, “We’re going to the flower gardens.” She gives me a smile, but it’s more subdued than before. So, I try to cheer her up by smiling up at her and teasing, “Well don’t keep us waiting too long.” She chuckles and withdraws her hand from me before replying in a low tone, “Oh I won’t darling.” I giggle and step out for her to get ready.

After getting my purse together, I go out to sit with Mina in the living room and, to my delight, she lets me lean into her and we both have some quiet time as we wait for Billie. After a while the click of heels makes us look back to see her strutting out, wearing a floral summer dress. “Finally.” Wilhemina comments as we both stand. “Oh Mina,” Billie teases, tossing some of her curls over her shoulder, “beauty takes patience, my dear.” Then she gives her a wink, making me giggle. Mina rolls her eyes but has a ghost of a smirk on her face. Then Billie leads us out to the car.

Once we park at the gardens, I step out and both of them take one of my hands as we walk in. As we pass through different flower beds, Billie murmurs, “All of these flowers are nice, but none of these compare to your beauty, my darling Mina.” I glance up to see Wilhemina’s cheeks a light pink color while Billie’s glossy lips form a smirk. “Don’t push it.” Wilhemina softly warns. This fuels Billie’s fire and her lips curve into a wicked grin before she purrs, “You can push me all you want, baby. I’m all yours.” My eyes widen at her boldness while Wilhemina grants her an eyeroll. Then Billie lets go of my hand and walks in front of us, swaying her hips dramatically. After a moment, she looks back, lowering her designer glasses so we can see her fiery eyes before turning back and walking ahead.

I keep walking beside Wilhemina as we keep stepping through the gardens. Eventually, Billie hangs back and murmurs in my ear, “Aren’t these flowers divine?” I look to her, knowing she has a trick up her sleeve, but decide to play along, saying, “Yes.” Then I feel her hand wander down my back as she says in a softer tone, “They look good enough to touch.” Then she squeezes my butt making me gasp her name, my cheeks turning bright red. She just chuckles and says, “This is much more fun than I imagined.”

We keep making our way through the gardens while Billie flirts and teases with the both of us. Part of me wants to play along with her. But I also love being Mina’s good girl, so I try to keep my giggling to a minimum and not encourage Billie too much. Once we step out of the gardens, Billie lets out a dramatic sigh and says, “I don’t know about you both, but I’m absolutely famished.” I glance at Wilhemina and softly say, “I’m kind of hungry too.” She returns my gaze, her dark eyes less harsh and murmurs, “I’ll make you a nice lunch when we get home.” However, Billie scoffs and says, “Absolutely not. I’m taking my girls out for a nice meal.”

I glance between them, feeling the tension, but keep silent. Then Billie catches my eye and murmurs, “Don’t you want me to take you and Mina out for lunch, baby girl?” I bite my lip, glancing at Wilhemina out of the corner of my eye and answer, “I mean—that would be nice.” Billie smirks in satisfaction and says, “I know the perfect place.” So, we all get in the car and Billie drives us to a nearby café.

Once there, we are seated at an outside table and Billie orders for us, saying she knows the best items on the menu. As we sit, Billie looks smug as she sips some rose, giving me a wink. I blush and smile, laying my hand on her soft, smooth one. Meanwhile, Wilhemina lets out a huff, taking a drink of her ice water. I know she isn’t into public affection so I look to her and ask, “What would you like to do after this, Mina?” she looks down, smoothing out her already smooth dress and she tries to keep her voice neutral as she answers, “Since it’s so warm out, perhaps the pool would be nice.” Billie squeezes my hand and says, “Mina and I could pick out a swimming suit to buy you since we’re out.” I watch them exchange devious looks and know Billie has been practically begging me to get another one. While I hesitate, my cheeks flush with an excitement that only they can provoke in me. So, I take a leap of faith and say, “Ok.” However, I begin to question my compliance as I look myself over in our bathroom mirror after putting on the swimsuit. It’s a minimal two piece that barely covers my behind while pushing up my chest. And, of course, they chose one in a dark purple shade.

I step out to their hungry gazes while asking, “You’re sure this looks alright?” then I unconsciously cross my arms, not used to being this exposed. Billie stands, prowling around me with darkened eyes and murmurs, “Y/n, angel, you look good enough to eat.” My cheeks burn, but I can’t help but smile. She then asks, “Could you twirl for us, baby girl?” My cheeks get even warmer, but I nod and uncross my arms before slowly making a 360, feeling both sets of eyes on me the whole time.

Once I come back around, Billie steps beside Mina and they both look like cats who got the cream. “This swimsuit is made for y/n, wouldn’t you agree, Mina?” Billie murmurs. Mina grins, her dark eyes sparkling, and she replies, “Yes, it is. And the purple compliments her skin so well.” I bite my lip to keep from grinning like an idiot and pull myself together enough to murmur, “Thank you.” Then we head out to the backyard. While they both take off their elegant coverups, I decide to be silly and run up to the pool before making a cannonball into the deep end. The cool water feels refreshing as I am completely submerged, and I stay underwater a moment longer to keep cool.

When I come up from the water, I hear Billie chuckling as they enter the pool via the stairs. While she tries to conceal it, I notice Mina holds onto Billie’s arm for support as they enter. Billie holds her with ease and looks to her as if she is the most precious thing in the world. At first, Mina would refuse to swim, self-conscious about her back, but Billie bought a custom-made swimsuit that completely covered her back and was her favorite shade of purple. And Mina also realized that the buoyancy of the pool helped to alleviate her back pain if it was extra intense and she didn’t need a cane to walk. From then on, all three of us have enjoyed the pool.

I swim from the deep end to meet them on the shallow side. Billie grins and murmurs, “There’s our little fish.” Then her hands cup my face and she pecks my lips, her oversized sunglasses bumping against my nose. I giggle but feel Mina’s hand grab mine before she gives me a gentle tug. I float over to her, greeting her with a smile. Her hands run up my sides and even though it’s warm out, I shiver. She smirks before saying in a low tone, “I’m so glad we got you this swimming suit.” I bite my lip, looking up to her before I get up on my toes and give her a kiss. Her eyebrows raise at my boldness, but she gives me a small smile. We both are shocked when Billie gives us a splash. I giggle and we go between swimming with some splashing to lounging as the hot sun shines down on us.

As the sun begins to set, Billie lets out a contented sigh and murmurs, “I think I’m going to head inside and change.” Wilhemina comes by her and says, “I think I will too.” Then she looks to me and says, “But don’t feel like you have to get out.” I smile at her thoughtfulness and reply, “I think I’ll stay out here a little longer.” Billie gives me a wink and says, “We’ll see you inside, baby girl.” Then they step out, arm in arm, and dry off before stepping inside. I go to floating on my back, watching the sky change colors as the sun sets. Once the sun has disappeared from my vision, I get out and wrap up in a towel before heading inside. But when I enter, I’m surprised at what I hear.

“Can’t you ever think of anyone besides yourself?” I hear Wilhemina scold. “Oh, that’s rich, Mina. You think you’re so high and mighty because you’ve had more time with y/n.” Billie snaps back. My heart hammers against my chest upon hearing my name and I venture a little closer, still behind the corner. “Open your eyes! If you would just be more observant about what y/n wants, you would realize that she wouldn’t want that!” Mina yells. I take another step closer, a lump forming in my throat as their voices raise. “I am observant!” Billie yells and I flinch at the unfamiliar tone. “Have you ever considered that you may be the selfish one? Because if I remember correctly, y/n did enjoy my decision to go out for lunch!”

By now my eyes are glazed over and I venture to look around the corner to see both Billie and Wilhemina in each other’s faces enraged. Wilhemina’s lip curls and she growls, “She went along with that because she’s too nice to call you out for what you are—a bossy brat!” Tears begin to slip out of me, and I find myself trembling, knowing that I am the source of their argument. Billie lets out a growl of frustration and says, “If I am a bossy brat, then you are a dictator! Because you seem to force y/n to comply to whatever you want!” Wilhemina bangs her cane on the ground and I accidentally let out a gasp of surprise.

I cover my mouth, but both of them look over to see me shaking and still shedding tears. Their eyes widen and their malice is replaced by remorse. My tears keep coming as I rasp, “I-I don’t want to be the source of your conflict. I love you both too much.” Both of their gazes soften, and Mina says in a gentler tone that I’ve ever heard, “Come here, darling.” I wipe my tears away and come up to them both, but my lip still trembles. Billie looks down to me with vulnerable, brown eyes and she murmurs, “Y/n we’re so sorry for that.” Then she brings me into a hug, pulling me close and rubbing my back.

I begin to calm down as she holds me and after a moment, her arms leave me, and I back up to see her give me a reassuring smile. Then I hear Mina clear her throat from behind me and she softly says, “I’m sorry for our behavior too, y/n. We were acting foolish.” I turn to look at Mina and go to give her a hug, but stop myself, remembering I’m still damp and she doesn’t really like hugs. But she holds out her arms and murmurs, “It’s ok, sweetheart.” So, I wrap my arms around her and am surprised to feel her arms wrap around me. I cherish her spicy scent and stay there for a few moments, but let her go, feeling better.Then I back up so I look at them both and Billie asks, “What would you like to do this evening, y/n?” I look down, pulling the towel tighter around my shoulders, and ask, “What were your ideas?” But Wilhemina shakes her head and murmurs, “No, no darling. We’ve made all the decisions today. This one is all yours.” I look to Billie and see her give me a nod so I bite my lip, trying to decide what I would like to do. Then I look down before saying, “This will probably sound boring, but if we just made up the pizza in the freezer and watched a movie together, I would be happy.” Billie gives me a warm smile and replies, “That sounds perfect, angel. You go change and we’ll get started on the pizza.” I look between them and ask, “You won’t fight?” Wilhemina’s hand comes up to cup my cheek and she murmurs, “We won’t fight. Now go and get in some dry clothes.” I nod and give them one last glance before heading to our bathroom.

After taking a shower, putting on some pajamas and brushing out my hair, I head back to the kitchen, hoping they’re both still doing well. But I am shocked at what I see when enter the adjacent dining room. Wilhemina sits in one of the dining chairs with Billie completely bare on her lap. I let out a gasp and my cheeks flush even though I’ve seen them both naked before. Billie looks to me, her eyes clouded with lust and she gives me a blissful smile. Meanwhile, Mina has a proud smirk.

Billie curls her finger and murmurs, “Come here.” So, I listen and step closer and as I do so, I begin to smell Billie’s arousal and perspiration. “So, I take it you two made up?” I tease. Wilhemina chuckles and murmurs, “Yes we did. And Billie was very good.” Then her hand comes up to turn Billie’s face towards her before giving her a kiss. After, Billie looks me over and swoons, “God, you’re so gorgeous, y/n.” Then she looks to Mina and asks, “How did we get so lucky to have this sweet girl in our lives?” My face gets warm and I know they love getting me flustered. Wilhemina smirks and replies, “She is quite the catch.” Then her hand that isn’t around Billie grabs my arm, pulling me closer.

“But you know when y/n is the most beautiful?” Wilhemina asks with a dangerous glint in her eyes and I wonder what she will say. Billie’s fingers come up to twirl a piece of my hair and she replies with a smirk, “Could it be when she is naked and rides your face as if her life depends on it?” Her words making me blush in embarrassment and arousal. Wilhemina smirks and keeps looking to me as she replies, “She does look beautiful when she rides either of our faces. But she also looks ravishing when she lays under us, coming undone from the both of us touching her.” I bite my lip and try to keep myself calm as Mina’s hand moves to the small of my back, pulling me closer. Billie chuckles and lightly scratches her nails lightly over my arm, making my breath hitch. “Oh yes. And when she says such dirty words to keep us going. Things that would shock her family’s image of their pure, innocent daughter.” Billie says in a low, velvety tone.

My face flushes as I remember all of the times I’ve cursed and pleaded for their touch. Wilhemina’s hand moves further south and cups my behind, letting out a low, dark chuckle as I whimper. “The best part is when she cries and moans our names as if her life depends on it.” She says in a low growl. By now my body is flushed with desire, but the moment is cut short by the timer beeping. I snap out of the daze and squeak, “I’ve got it.” making them both chuckle. Then I slip away and pull out the pizza, willing myself to calm down after that unexpected encounter. As I cut the pizza, they both come around the corner, smirking at their success in making me completely flustered. Billie still has no clothes on, but by her face I can tell she’s not covering herself anytime soon.

Billie stretches to get some plates and glasses from our cupboards while Mina gets drinks for us. Then they both stand on each side of me, Billie kissing my temple and Wilhemina tucking a piece of my hair behind my ear. My face glows and I feel at peace between them once more. Once we all get some pizza and drinks, instead of heading to the dining room, Billie says, “Let’s eat in the living room.” So, we follow her and after she sits, Billie pats the seat beside her. I take a seat and Mina sits on my other side. Then Billie hands me the remote and murmurs, “You pick out the movie, baby girl.” I hesitantly take the remote and ask, “Even if we’ve seen the movie? More than once?” Billie chuckles and replies, “Yes. Even if we’ve already seen it.” Wilhemina chuckles and teases, “I bet I can guess what movie she’ll pick.” I giggle and scroll until I find my favorite movie, The Aristocats.

I look between them and ask, “You’re sure this is ok?” They both give me reassuring smiles and Wilhemina murmurs, “Of course.” So, I click play and lean back, joining the other two who already started eating. As the movie begins, I relax and feel worn out from everything we did today, but I had such a good time. I eat more than one slice of the pizza and have a bottle of hard cider with it. Once I finish, I set my dishes on the coffee table and sit back, grabbing the fluffy blanket behind me before wrapping it around me. 

I glance at Billie and Mina, making sure they aren’t bored out of their mind since I pick this movie so often. Billie scoots closer and wraps her arm around my shoulders. Then she squeezes me close and murmurs in my ear, “I’m so happy to be back with you and Mina again.” I giggle and turn to kiss her cheek before replying, “I’m glad you’re home too.” Then she guides me to lean on her shoulder.I look to Wilhemina and see her staring at us. So, I poke out my hand from the blanket and hold it for her to take. She takes my hand and rubs her smooth thumb over my knuckles, giving me a small smile. I smile back and return to watching the movie. As I do, Billie’s nails go between massaging my scalp and scratching over my shoulder. My eyes get heavy as the movie continues and I find myself relaxing into Billie, still holding onto Wilhemina’s hand…

Towards the end of the movie, Wilhemina feels y/n’s grip loosen on her hand and eventually fall away. Then she looks to Billie who gazes down at y/n, continuing to massage her scalp. Mina leans forward and sees that y/n’s eyes are closed. “She asleep?” Billie softly murmurs. Wilhemina nods and smiles at Billie and y/n cuddled together. “She’s a special girl.” Wilhemina murmurs. Billie’s eyes meet hers, and she replies, “Yes she is. And so are you, my darling.” The end credits begin and Wilhemina chuckles, saying, “I think I could quote this whole movie by now.” But Billie eyes her down and murmurs, “But you and I both know we would watch it ten more times if she wanted.” They both smile and Mina asks, “Do you think y/n had a good day today, even with what happened?” at that moment, y/n cuddles further into Billie and her hand brushes around, searching for Wilhemina’s hand. So, she takes y/n’s hand and she lets out a contented sigh. “I think she had a very good day.” Billie murmurs with a smile and kisses the top of y/n’s head.

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2019.02.01 Kaoru's exhibition 'Nouteikarano・from the bottom of my mind'

The exhibition building was located short walk from Tsukishima station, in a simple white building with industrial looking black doors. I attended on the second day in the afternoon. There was a decorative board with the exhibition name outside the building.

About 10 minutes to the start of the slot we were let inside the building where we could see exhibition posters with the information about 'photos allowed (撮影 ええぞ)' for that room and 'photos not allowed (撮影アカンぞ)' for after entering the main area. At the entrance area there were also signs designed by Kaoru pointing the direction of entry. And at the floor entrance they placed flower stands received.

As we were waiting the staff was explaining the rules like lining up for goods, ordering the reprints and phone cases and the exhibition areas. At the ticket check we received a sticker designed by Kaoru (there was different design for each day).

I had a late number so when I entered the first thing I saw was the long line for goods... As this was my only visit I decided beforehand to skip it in the beginning and focus on the exhibits.

When I checked later (when the line was gone) pamphlet like some other items got sold out. I got a folder, Krim&Zon notebook and one acrylic stand.

By the goods table on the wall they placed three reprints fans could order as well as the table with phone covers and order forms.

I liked the fabric signs they had on the wall at the entries to each room - very Japanese style designs with the room name, red and white for K&Z and black and white for Noutei.

Krim&Zon Exhibition

The first on the right was Krim&Zon exhibition. The glass table displays contained Kaoru's drawings of his characters for various occasions - for his tour picks, book illustrations, LINE stamps, merchandise for dir and related projects like Freedom of Expression presents. Above the glass tables they placed various framed pictures.

Next to the tables was kind of 3D projection？hologram? of Krim amd Zon in a clear pyramid.

Next wall had the display consisting of 3 character figures with drawings above them. It looked very cute :3

The wall on the left had various videos. First table had two huge Macs with different videos and above them on the wall there were frames with sketches of the scenes shown in the videos. I don't know know if those videos were used anywhere before. One had adventures with Krim and Zone meeting other characters, being captured and then hanging tied up. Other one had two hands protectively holding something. Further in the room there was a bigger screen with another video and 5 color portraits of different characters.

Nouteikarano Exhibition

By chance, after the table in the middle I went anticlock wise in this room and I think it was the right way to enjoy it.

This room again had display glass tables and more framed pictures on the walls. All black and white.

The display table in the middle housed Kaoru's guitar (the one with 'I'm emotionally drained ~ will just die doing nothing' text), the detailed design (it was fun to compare the changes done in the actual guitar), tour picks, Ugeee and some of the jackets that Kaoru painted.

I really liked that under most of works there was a little note, with the title and date, how was it drawn or painted (for example many were painted only by using fingers, no brushes), the background story or idea behind it and so on.

On the right wall there were many designs Kaoru made for his equipment and magazines etc. In the display tables Kaoru placed more sketches for various goods, it also housed Kaoru's sketches when preparing the exhibition rooms.

In the corner there was the work in progress station with the easel, canvas and two paints (yup, you guessed right, it was carbon black and zinc white xp), (dir tour goods 😂) mug with pencils and some papers. When Kaoru came to the exhibition at various times I guess that's where he worked - fans could watch him working at such time, but it didn't happen during my time slot (which was actually good because then I wouldn't be able to see everything).

The back wall had 4 works, starting from the one that shared the exhibitions title 'the bottom of mind',

'世界・world' was a canvas painted black with only Kaoru's signature (he signed all painting with か). He explained it in the text he prepared for the last wall.

見えないもの・things we cannot see

The 4th one was '消えそうな手・hand about to disappear' - I remember it because the little note underneath had explanation like 'I don't know if it's my hand or yours.'

The wall on the left had 6 more canvases. My bet is that 餌食 was the one that took a month to finish, it was very detailed, with many characters.

The last one was titled 最後の顔・the last face, I really liked the little note for it:

'The last thing seen in the dark world. Because more than a half of pieces here have white parts. If we agree that black=darkness=anxiety=loneliness, and white=light=hope, then we can say that in the end hope had also appeared.'

I wish instead of an hour there was 90 minutes per slot! There were many interesting comments, but there's no way I could take a note of all of them. I hope some Japanese fans will provide more detailed reports! Or the pamphlet has those notes as well - I wasn't able to get one.

The last wall had a huge panel with the promotional photo of Kaoru, arrangement of smaller photos taken in Europe and something Kaoru wrote about the event.

The text (according to notes done in a rush because clock was ticking):

"The dream I saw in my childhood, the dark place, faraway, something unknown is there, but I always woke up before finding out. I had the same dream many times.

It's easy to express various things using hands. I can show many things with my drawings.

I don't know if black is for dead. But something lives there, I feel something there. But it's hard to see. With the painting '世界・world' you can't see anything anymore even though something was there in the beginning.

This started as a dream, but me now continues. Shows what is at the bottom of my mind.

I didn't have any drawing lessons so my work might be shit quality, but I have freedom when drawing. Some of it might be embarrassing, I know you will be kind, having this theme that originated in me, I wanted to feel this darkness inside my mind for the first time. I've made things using sound, but things that had no sound had no shape. Thus I decided to give them shape. Books are another [form of expression], but those are created together with editors. To completely unveil the dark part of one person, such feeling.

I want to see a dream of such world. To tell the truth I don't dream much at the moment.

Kaoru"

It was a very interesting experience and I could see the connection between the drawings and dir's music. I certainly hope to see more of Kaoru's work in the future!

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With Indigo now soundly inside our house, Noah turned to me and asked what had me so entranced. I had been doing that mile-long stare for a while now. It used to only happen periodically when I thought upon our futures for a little too long, but these days, it was hard to catch me not completely swallowed by the void mid-conversation.

Del Sol Valley. That’s where I would be headed in the next few days. It had been a big shock when I received my admissions decision; not only had I got into one of the most competitive drama programs in the country, I had received a near full tuition scholarship as well. My dad had helped me figure out what I would need for the move and had my bulkier items shipped in advance for my dorm. I would be following them shortly after on the plane ride.

Alone.

While I would be pursuing a degree in performing arts at Del Sol University, Noah would be studying fine arts with a concentration in visual arts at the San Myshuno Institute of Arts. His acceptance letter came in only a day before mine. I added another item on my list of why August sucked: it was when I would be forced to leave my boyfriend behind to go to colleges 3,000 miles apart.

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Okay, so I wasn’t really being forced; the reality was that this was my dream. I had been doing school plays since middle school, and from the very first time I got a standing ovation while playing Maria from West Side Story, I knew that I wanted to live in that feeling forever. Becoming someone else on the stage, breathing life into the dialogue, bringing the audience to tears; it felt like I had been made for this. And Del Sol Valley was ground zero for the acting industry. If I wanted to make the best connections, book the best auditions, and live in the best atmosphere for what I hoped would become my career, there was no better place than that sunny, west-coast city where stars were born.

It was similar to how Noah felt about San Myshuno. The Institute was nestled right in the heart of the Arts Center, which had a long history of breeding the most notable creatives in the country, from the historical SanMy Renaissance of the early 20th century, to the rise of street art in the 80s and 90s, to the recently popularized minimalist styles of this century. He would be taking courses instructed by some of the most notable visual artists of the day learning both classical painting with oils, watercolors, and acrylics, and his preferred medium of graphite sketch. I was so happy that he was getting such a huge opportunity, but undeniably heartbroken that it meant we would be living on two sides of the country for most of the year. We’d agreed to stay together; long-distance wasn’t ideal, but neither of us could see not being together anymore. Our love was too perfect to throw away at the first bump in the road. But of course, it still scared me, and it was hard not to let that fear take over especially now that our final days were upon us.

Noah’s soft, warm lips pressed against my cheek brought me back. He had been amazing these past few months, wasting no time to make every moment count. It made my heart ache a little again to think about what a perfect life I was leaving behind. But I also felt warm in his arms. We were gonna make it through this.

Indigo returned after that, carrying not only three beers, but her new camera. It had been a graduation present from our dad and an upgrade from the cheaper digital camera she’d used for her photography club activities up to that point. As psyched as she was to use it, she’d also been extremely careful, afraid of tragedy striking and destroying it before she even moved in to her dorm. She set it down gingerly on the table and then handed us each a bottle.

Ivy: I’m surprised to see you handling that around liquid. I thought you’d keep it in the case for the next four years just out of sheer nerves.

Indigo: Ha ha. I figured it would be a shame not to use it at least once before we leave. I want to get some good shots of us all as we were before college to look back on when we’re graduating.

Noah: What a concept. Actually using your camera to take pictures. [chuckles]

Indigo: On second thought, you can leave.

Noah: You can’t kick me out.

Indigo: It’s my house.

Ivy: And mine.

Indigo: [rolling her eyes] Details, details. You want a nice picture to post to your Simstagrams or not?

Ivy: [giggling] Alright, alright, set up your camera already.

[lady-divine-writes]

Kurtbastian one-shot - “Crafting Chaos” (Rated PG)

With Kurt sick, Sebastian steps up to help Thomas with an arts and crafts project for school, which puts them both in a sticky situation. (1198 words)

Notes: I needed some domesticky floof, so here it is. This actually happened to me once upon a time. xD

Part 45 of Daddies

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“Hey guys,” Kurt says softly, attempting to smile even though every inch of his face hurts, his nose so clogged he can barely breathe. He was hit from all sides with every sinus based infection known to man after his last business trip. All he wanted to do was climb in bed, never to be seen until his cold cleared up and he looked vaguely human again. But now that he’s home, all he wants is to be with his two best boys … who have been keeping a respectful distance in order to let him rest. And Kurt appreciates that. But the silence in the house has left him uneasy. It’s always said that the scariest sound in the world when you have children is silence.

The same can be said for his own son and husband.

But Kurt finds them in the living room, sitting on the sofa, both concentrating hard on something Kurt can’t see with his burning, watery eyes. “I’ve been looking all over for you. I thought you might have gone out somewhere.”

“Not a chance,” Sebastian says, lifting his gaze to look at his husband wobbling towards them. “We weren’t going to leave you home alone in your hour of need.”

“That’s very chivalrous of you.”

“What are you doing out of bed, Papa?” Thomas asks, but with his eyes glued to a piece of material in his lap that he’s carefully applying buttons to. “Daddy said we needed to let you sleep for as long as possible.”

“I was asleep. But I suddenly remembered that you have a big art project for school due tomorrow that you wanted me to help you with …” Kurt’s eyes sweep over the mess on the floor, a cornucopia of Popsicle sticks, fabric scraps, tubes of acrylic paint, buttons and googly eyes “… but it looks like your Daddy may have that covered.”

“I knew you might not be up to making puppets, so I decided to help Tom-Tom here,” Sebastian explains, beaming up at Kurt with a smile of pure paternal pride.

But as Sebastian isn’t exactly the arts and crafts type, Kurt can’t help being a little bit wary.

“A-ha. And where did you get the material?”

Sebastian rolls his eyes. He knew this question was coming. “Don’t worry. I didn’t go rummaging through your craft supplies. I know better than that.” In his pained state, Kurt hmphs, but quietly. Sebastian only knows better because he accidentally used a remnant of $300-a-yard silk – a discontinued print that Kurt had squirrelled away from his last fashion show in Milan in the hopes of having it recreated specifically for items in his line - for one of Thomas’s previous art projects.

Kurt’s dream of recreating that print never came to fruition. But to this day, Hepburn has the snazziest neckerchief ever seen at their local dog park.

“So, what are you using?”

“Some old t-shirts of mine,” Sebastian answers.

“And some old socks,” Thomas adds. “We found the buttons under my bed. And I got the eyes at school.”

“Brilliant.” Kurt squints harder at the puppets both his husband and son are constructing on their laps, joining seams with a liquid that should look white, but is instead clear, and leaving an oily spot behind. “Ok, but how are you keeping them together? I can’t really see two inches in front of my face, but that doesn’t look like Elmer’s glue you’re using.”

“I didn’t have enough Elmer’s glue for all the puppets,” Thomas explains, sitting up so his Papa can get a better look at the six puppets lying on his lap, three on each leg, waiting to be completed.

“We were going to make a run to Michaels,” Sebastian says, “but we didn’t want to leave you alone. So I improvised.”

“With what?”

Sebastian holds up the small blue tube he’s been working with and shows it to Kurt. “Super glue.”

“Super glue!? You’re using Super Glue!?” Kurt looks from Thomas’s lap to Sebastian’s, layered with almost as many puppets as his son has. “And you’re working on your lap!?”

“Yeah …?” Sebastian says, unconcerned.

“Did you put some wax paper underneath? Or maybe a board?” Kurt leans down to get a better look, but stops halfway when the room begins spinning.

“Nah. This was all kind of spur of the moment.”

“Sebastian!”

“What?”

“Haven’t you ever used Super Glue before?”

“Nope. Why would I? When do I glue anything? I leave that stuff to you. You don’t let me fix anything anyway … not after the bicycle incident. Besides, it’s just a few puppets. What could possibly go wrong?”

Kurt closes his eyes, the headache he woke up with swiftly turning into a migraine during the course of this conversation. No good thing in the world ever happens after someone utters that particular question. Glue experience or not, his husband should know better. At the very least, he should learn to read directions.

“Uh, Thomas? Honey?”

“Yeah, Papa?”

“Could you stand up for me, please?”

“Sure. Okay,” Thomas says, putting down his tube of glue and beginning to move his puppets to the floor.

“Don’t move the puppets,” Kurt instructs, putting a hand to Thomas’s shoulder the best he can while only bending over the tiniest bit. “Just … stand up.”

“Oh. Alright.” A confused Thomas rises to his feet, but starts giggling once he gets there. Standing upright, he has six puppets adhered to his legs, not budging a hair, even when he begins to jump up and down.

“I have puppet pants!” he cheers, lifting his left leg and giving it a good shake.

“Yes, you do.” Kurt sighs. “Come with me, Tom-Tom. We’ll scrape the puppets off your pants.”

“Are … are we going to hurt them? I put a lot of work into them.”

“Not a one,” Kurt promises. “And with any luck, we won’t put too many holes in your pants, either.”

“So, Super Glue puts holes in fabric?” Sebastian asks as Kurt leads their son away to his bedroom.

“No, but peeling the Super Glue off Thomas’s pants might. It shouldn’t be that big a problem, though. It’s not like those are his favorite pants.”

“Uh, well, I might have a problem.”

“Yeah? And what’s that? Are you wearing three-thousand dollar Gucci jeans or something?”

Kurt turns back to his husband, staring up at Kurt with inexplicable anxiety etched into every line of his face. Kurt blinks blurry eyes, trying hard to bring Sebastian’s current predicament into focus, and notices that Sebastian has been gluing his puppets down with his legs outstretched.

His bare legs outstretched.

“I’m wearing shorts,” Sebastian admits. Kurt watches his husband give one of his puppets a test tug, wincing when he discovers the puppet has adhered completely to his skin.

“Oh boy. Well, I hope you weren’t too attached to your leg hair.” Kurt waves for his husband to join them, trying his hardest not to laugh at Sebastian’s sticky situation. But the sight of his husband standing dejectedly with six Popsicle puppets stuck to his legs almost does Kurt in. “Because you’re not going to be in a few minutes.”

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Constructing an altar and Book of Shadows [for low-key or budget purposes]

Hallo~ I contemplated posting this since I'm new to this whole witchy blogging, but I've been doing this for about three years and after scrolling through some posts, I figured why not. Keep in mind my methods and wording are molded around the way my mind works. Alright, this blog has one purpose and one purpose only. If you're like me, you're probably still living with your parents or something like that and aren't particularly keen on letting your craft be known. Now, I've seen a lot of how hiding your practice looks bad for our community, and honestly, I agree because keeping secrets about who you are and what you do will only build barriers between you and those you care for, but as my family has strict rules against anything non-Christian in my household, I'm forced to keep my craft to myself as much as I'm against doing so. However, that never stops me and I sure hope it doesn't stop you. Or, you could very well be a beginner or on some sort of budget for these kinds of projects, but that's probably why you're here, isn't it? Let's begin:

this is also kind of unedited so bear with me

Constructing an altar:

This part always proved a little more on the difficult side since I set up my altar on my desk which is in blatant view and looks suspicious when crowded. I don't have a Tarot deck or runes or incense or herbs or anything like that, which I've noticed are extremely common items in any practice, but I just don't have them. So I make do. The basic items put up on an altar normally stay along the lines of candles, crystals, a representation of your God or Goddess, jars or vials for keeping things, essential oils, etc. Since I tried and am still trying to remain hidden in my practice, I use as many common items around the house as substitutes for things I don't have while still looking completely inconspicuous. But I'll admit, I do push that boundary sometimes because I'm horrible at not looking suspicious when I'm trying. But also, I have no job so I can't buy myself things so beggars can't be choosers, right? So let's begin:

Candles:

Why is this sideways? You can never have too many candles but at the same time, that's a lie. Having many candles looks suspicious and lighting them all at once is a definite bad idea, especially if there's multiple. I have about five I believe, and having them burn at the same time produces the most amazing smell, but also a lot of smoke. I've picked up candles from around my house, I ask for them for birthdays and other gift-giving holidays, and I'm hardly ever disappointed. I've found a package of 20 tealight candles for around $7 in my local Target, but it really depends on where you go.

Storage:

sideways? Reused kitchen jars are my best friend. A lot of the jars I use are washed out jelly jars or decorative jars I've found in my garage or at Hobby Lobby which I should note is a store that is so incredibly useful for these kinds of things. You can collect rainwater or anything useful to you and seal them away but jars are also good for keeping elixirs and other things like that.

Representatives:

Ok, so this is a turtle, yes. A tortoise more specifically. The God it portrays is Mercury (Hermes) who is represented by the tortoise. So, I collect ceramic turtles from places around the world so finding one to use wasn't hard for me. I also pour candle wax into a seashell so that I can carve animals or names or faces into the wax after it's cooled and it works just as well, as long as the God or Goddess is represented in some way.

Items from around the house:

I'm a hoarder, that much is for sure. I use an old ashtray to hold certain crystals and little pots to keep random things that may be useful.

Kitchen spices! I'm not sure about you, but my family keeps an entire spice cabinet. I'm notorious for stealing the sage and burning the powder.

Every anniversary, my father brings home flowers to my mother and when they die, I peel away the dead petals and store them in a glass bowl. Burning them and throwing the leaves into the flame is said to bring good luck in some practices but it's rare that I do since it symbolizes other, darker meanings if the intent is there.

I also use a lot of jewelry that has been blessed and anointed with oil, especially pieces that hold charms of trees or moons, anything like that. Olive oil is an excellent substitute for anointment oil. Your God or Goddess will understand and will not punish you for replacing things you do not have with things that you do. It is a means of trying and showing the effort and your intentions are clear.

Extra:

I have a dagger. Except it's not a dagger. Originally, it was actually a letter opener and now I use it to work with candle wax since the blade is slanted in such a way and to carve sigils into the face of candles. It sometimes serves a purpose as an athame but other than that, it mainly is used for candle work.

Substitute Tarot decks can be created. My first makeshift deck was made from a deck of regular playing cards and notecards and it worked in a pinch. It's not exactly the most convenient or anything, but it works if it's desperately needed. Note: I don't recommend this method unless absolutely necessary.

Always open a window while and after working with smoke!!!

I do suggest getting a nice plate or dish or something to place offerings on if that's part of your practice, plus you can use the dish for other purposes.

Crystals aren't hard to locate if you know where to look. I was lucky enough to collect tons of raw quartz growing up and managed to keep them through the years. Quartz is one of those crystals that can replace anything no matter the purpose because it's just great for any type of energy. I suggest looking into certain stores or places because I've managed to find crystals everywhere, i.e. Spencer's, 2nd and Charles, roadsides, etc. I also use rocks and seashells which definitely aren't hard to find.

Your altar is a sacred place for your practice. I'm sure you've heard the phrase 'your body is a temple'. Treat your altar like that as well, respect it and the things you use it for.

When making a Book of Shadows:

Never underestimate the power of witchblr. Like ever. There's so much information and so many helpful people, honestly, it's one of the least toxic parts of Tumblr. That's probably how you happened upon this post actually.

Do everything how you want it. There are multiple methods, multiple ways to design the book, and it can be as pretty as you want. If you want to draw and make the book cute, go for it as long as you can still use it with ease. If you want to keep it strict and such, go for it. You are the master of your book and it will be your very best friend so it needs to be fit to your standards. If you want to write as you go, that's fine, if you want to plan it first then write, that's just as ok. It's your book, go crazy. Don't let anyone tell you how to make your book, it's yours for a reason.

On that note, it needs to be useful. Don't make it so glamorous that you're afraid to mess it up so you never use it. The whole purpose of making one is to be used for your craft.

Don't stress! You'll have multiple books because you grow and mature and your preferences change. I've had at least two so far and my most recent isn't even a book, it's a bloody binder. I've gotten over the need to be perfect and have cute little books and have just stocked up on a binder. It looks ordinary and fits well in my backpack so I can carry it to and from school without much suspicion from my parents and teachers.

Please!! Don't spend a lot of money on fancy blank journals!!! Unless you have the absolute skill and precision to work with a blank journal, I highly advise against it, especially if making even a small error will upset you. Recycling old books or using notebooks you have at your house is a lot easier and since they aren't as nice, making mistakes isn't that big of a deal. Binders also work, spirals, blank cookbooks if you really feel like it, anything will work as long as you're willing to work with it.

My first book was made from a composition notebook and I went the whole nine yards on that sucker, coloring in it, tearing out a page if I made a mistake, going complete detail freak on it. My second was made in an actual recycled book. I painted the pages with this acrylic primer called gesso because I figured if the pages were already messy, the fear of making mistakes would disappear. I have unfortunately lost that book from a move but it was a big accomplishment for me. And my current book is pages of loose notebook paper divided by mismatched dividers in this old, black binder that's partially held together by duct tape. It's easy to use and is strangely organized in its own messy way and it's very near and dear to me.

Compile a list of stuff you would think to be good to write down and as you do research, you'll find other things. Moon phases, rituals, the Sabbats, herbs, crystals, your deity, chakras, spells, divination, maybe a place to write your dreams or practice drawing sigils, etc.

I jumped headfirst into this life, completely submerged myself in information that hardly made sense at the time and its been a long, hard journey to discover who I am in my Craft and why it called to me in the first place. Making my first book was a riot and I will never forget it, but if you're a beginner and you're lost on how to do this, I need you to take a step back and breathe. Visualize where you stand in this, why are you here? What does this path lead you to and what does this practice mean to you? What do you hope to gain from this? Where does your intention lie? Take a moment to think about it, reach down deep inside yourself and put forth all your fears and desires, become vulnerable and honest with yourself for just a moment. When you have the answers to these questions, write them down. Make it the first page of your book so you know where to start your research. Your answers may change over time as you discover yourself and that's perfectly alright. For now, you have a least some idea of where you are and where you want to go. Hold onto that and be confident in yourself. Learn from the experiences you have and grow from them.

I wish you the best of luck, my friends.

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There’s something about velvet that feels chic and welcoming, especially in a fun color. That’s why we’re loving these pillow covers to jazz up our sofa, beds or patio furniture.

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Luxu Glass Coffee Mugs, Set of 4

We’re loving the look of these glass coffee mugs that give a classic, modern touch to your morning brew or bedtime tea.

Amazon

Nearly Natural Faux Sansevieria With Black Planter

Although real snake plants are notoriously easy to take care of, some of us don’t want that internal stress of keeping a plant alive. If that’s you, grab this faux version to add a touch of greenery to your space.

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Joseph Joseph Kitchen Drawer Organizer

You don’t often see innovation within the realm of kitchen drawer organizers, but this design has seriously changed the game by using stacked compartments that help you save drawer space.

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Rivet Asher Round Upholstered Storage Ottoman

Available in five stylish colors, this ottoman can serve as additional storage, extra seating or just a hint of decor.

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Modfamily Silicone Stretch Lids

These silicone stretch lids make food storage easy because they fit directly on bowls of various sizes. Keep these around and you won’t ever hunt for the matching container lid again.

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Yamazaki Home Tower Ladle Holder Lid Stand

Seemingly every time we cook, there’s always the question of “Where should I actually place my lids and cooking utensils so they’re not in a giant, messy pile?” Simplify your life with this stand that conveniently holds your tools (or even a cookbook) to free up counter space and avoid unnecessary mess.

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Home Hero Chef Knife 7-Piece Set

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Relax after a long day with this candle that smells of eucalyptus and chamomile, and will look nice displayed on your counter too.

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Contrast your favorite bouquet with a patterned vase like this white ceramic one that’s hand-painted with a black-outlined abstract face design.

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A cozy blanket is a must for any home. Opt for this Sherpa fleece option in a lovely patterned design that one reviewer even said is “the softest, most comfortable blanket [they] have ever felt.”

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Whether you need proper coat storage or simply want to display iconic pieces of your wardrobe, this garment rack is a great solution, especially with the added shelving.

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This bathtub caddy will make any bath an ultra-luxurious experience. Available in seven finishes, this is made for two, with compartments to hold your book, tablet, drink or whatever else.

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Rolanstar Console Table

Spruce up your entryway with this console table that’s the perfect size for smaller decorations and anything you need to store close to your front door. The rustic design is an added bonus.

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Grosche Milano Moka Pot

We’ve been obsessed with moka pots for their ability to produce tasty and robust coffee right on your stovetop. If you’re looking for an affordable option that rivals its more pricey counterparts, give the Grosche Milano option a go.

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Hblife Acrylic Tissue Dispenser

If the tissue boxes from your local drugstore don’t match your aesthetic, switch to this acrylic tissue dispenser that’ll add a sophisticated touch around your house.

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Ollieroo 3-Tier Corner Bamboo Shelf

Looking for a space-saving storage option for that corner of your kitchen? Consider this three-tier bamboo shelf that gives you space to display your kitchen essentials.

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Nuloom Rigo Handwoven Farmhouse Jute Area Rug

This jute rug is a versatile piece that you can move around your home with ease. Handcrafted in India, this rug gives rustic vibes and adds a bit of texture and dimension to your space.

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There’s something about velvet that feels chic and welcoming, especially in a fun color. That’s why we’re loving these pillow covers to jazz up our sofa, beds or patio furniture.

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Your silverware can totally make a statement too. This matte gold 20-piece set will make any meal feel like luxury dining.

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We love a unique lamp moment. This moon lamp is out of this world, and even allows you to adjust the color and brightness of the light.

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Scarves are okay beginner projects if you stress the importance of bulky yarn and big needles

It’s very obvious when a designer is releasing a pattern with the sole intent of using it to sell yarn kits. I’m thinking specifically of Alexandra Tavel/Two of Wands—I like many of her designs and plan to knit one this year, but my god, some of her patterns blatantly exist just as an excuse to sell Lion Brand kits. Part of me gets it, I mean, getting to design for a major company as a job is the dream, but at the same time it’s annoying to see basic garter shawls being presented as a new pattern just because it has a particular color arrangement.

Relatedly—unless there’s a specific technique being used in the pattern that requires multiple colors (complex stripes, stranded colorwork, fade, etc), then there’s no reason for a pattern to be calling for 7 different colors of yarn. Like, it shouldn’t rely on color to be the main selling point unless it’s one of those techniques. Your pattern should be interesting enough to stand up on its own whether I knit it solid or not.

If your pattern (or worse, your entire pattern book) only lists the yarn you used and the number of skeins, and DOESN’T state in simple terms the yarn weight and the total yardage/meterage required, then your pattern is not complete. I should know that the sweater needs 1350 yards of worsted weight—I shouldn’t have to go google the specs on this yarn Berroco stopped making 10 years ago.

Also, your pattern book sucks if most or all of the patterns only go up to XL (especially if it’s an XL that runs small).

If you run your own yarn company, you’re not allowed to say shit like “death before acrylic” if all of your merchandise is like, $35 for a 200-yard hank of DK. It’s fine if it’s a personal preference and it’s fine if you want to sell that kind of thing, just don’t go saying things that are extremely condescending towards knitters who don’t have the same means as you.

Please just use industry terms when you’re describing the yarn you’re selling. I understand that you want to call your yarn bases names that are consistent with your brand, but please at least include the weight in the description of the item. I don’t know or care what the “priestess” or “charm” bases are; I want to know what the weights are without having to find a chart on a separate page.

“S, M, L, XL” are useless size indications unless you accompany them with measurements in inches and/or centimeters.

Math formulas will never replace actually designing garments for plus sizes.

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