TOTALLY GEEKED!

Tignanello wrote:

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What about a White-Out pen?

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 That was the first thing I thought of but not sure it will work for white I need it for. It's been many years since I've used one so maybe they've changed the tip. The ones I'm familiar with, the hard tip would be a problem.

chef wrote:

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I need extra fine point to rewrite the N and M on my laptop keyboard. They wore off. I touch type so don't really care for me but I'd like to start teaching DS to use the computer so I need to rewrite the letters. I don't want to tape anything to my keyboard.

I need the fine or medium points so I can draw the eyes for the Goombas for DS' birthday party. My friend found a cute idea to make Goomba balloons and I might do it. I have plenty of black sharpies (as well as pretty much every other color) but no white ones.

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 For the keyboard and bright color would work, I suggest yellow.

 

Not sure since you want white for the balloons.  Would grey be good enough?  

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:

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chef wrote:

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I need extra fine point to rewrite the N and M on my laptop keyboard. They wore off. I touch type so don't really care for me but I'd like to start teaching DS to use the computer so I need to rewrite the letters. I don't want to tape anything to my keyboard.

I need the fine or medium points so I can draw the eyes for the Goombas for DS' birthday party. My friend found a cute idea to make Goomba balloons and I might do it. I have plenty of black sharpies (as well as pretty much every other color) but no white ones.

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 For the keyboard and bright color would work, I suggest yellow.

 

Not sure since you want white for the balloons.  Would grey be good enough?  

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 I doubt the kids would care but not sure grey would show up on brown balloons. Think it would?

www.amazon.com/Art-Supply-White-Markers-Medium/dp/B01NBNMJIR

chef wrote:

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lilyofcourse wrote:

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Try a stationary store.

Hobby Lobby has all kinds.

www.sharpie.com/markers/art/water-based-paint

If there is time, you can order one at that link.

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 Sharpies makes paint pens?! I did not know this! Good thing DH is getting overtime currently :D

The problem with Hobby Lobby is that they don't have the electric carts. My hip won't tolerate the walking. I do have my walker but it's under my Snugtop and I'm still on lifting restriction. But, I'll see what I can do about getting over there. Totally forgot about Hobby Lobby.

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 They have a wheel chair, you have to ask for it. 

At least my Hobby Lobby has one.

 

lilyofcourse wrote:

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chef wrote:

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lilyofcourse wrote:

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Try a stationary store.

Hobby Lobby has all kinds.

www.sharpie.com/markers/art/water-based-paint

If there is time, you can order one at that link.

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 Sharpies makes paint pens?! I did not know this! Good thing DH is getting overtime currently :D

The problem with Hobby Lobby is that they don't have the electric carts. My hip won't tolerate the walking. I do have my walker but it's under my Snugtop and I'm still on lifting restriction. But, I'll see what I can do about getting over there. Totally forgot about Hobby Lobby.

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 They have a wheel chair, you have to ask for it. 

At least my Hobby Lobby has one.

 

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 Nice!

I didn't know they had wheelchairs. It wasn't offered when DH asked if they had electric carts. So either it wasn't available or they don't have 'em at the ones here.

Chef, I know it sucks to have to use a cart or wheel chair. I am so sorry for that for you. I know you will persevere.

IKWTDS - I've adjusted. It's just annoying currently because of the lifting restriction. My Snugtop is way more than the 10-15 pounds I'm allowed to lift. My biggest pet peeve are the people who reach over me as if I don't exist. I get "it's fine" in response when I say that I can move. No. It's not fine. I don't want things dropped on my head if you happen to drop it!

Lily - Good point about the breakables. Didn't think of that.

Lawyerlady wrote:

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You need a white chalk marker.

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 Thanks!

Walmart had one so I picked it up. Now to get brown balloons.

Glitter. The herpes of the craft world.

Chef, my house has glitter everywhere.

Between the bows, wreaths, and doo-dads, there is glitter 365 days a year!

We sparkle all the time!

My guru says it is in the arts and
crafts section . They have fine
point and chisel tip.

Its fabulous that you are teaching
DS how to type. It will stand him
in good stead in the future, especially
if he doesn't have to "hunt and peck"!

Question: Is hot glue hot enough to burst a balloon? I need to affix the feet for the goombas somehow. I have super glue, which I know would work, but I'm curious about hot glue.

lilyofcourse wrote:

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Yes.

Use tape. Double sided if you have it.

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 Well, crap.

I can get double-sided tape. I have some in storage but that'd be more trouble than it's worth. I need double-sided tape for other parts of the stuff I'm making for his birthday anyway.

Momala wrote:

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If you put the glue on the goombas feet,
then wait a couple of seconds, you should
be able to attach them to the balloons.

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 Hot glue will pop the balloon.

It'll melt it.

I've tried it. It doesn't work. It pops it.

Well. I have 3 white chalk pens in fine, medium, and chisel point. I do not have brown balloons. I've been to Hobby Lobby, Michael's, Walmart, Party City, and Dollar Tree. Multiple locations of some of those stores. No brown balloons. Not enough time left to order them online.

So. Next question. I don't feel like papier macheing anything. Would craft paint do an adequate job of painting the balloons? I'm thinking I can get the dark red balloons from Party City and use the paint to make 'em brown enough. Doesn't have to be perfect but does have to be brown. Or does craft paint not stick to latex?

lilyofcourse wrote:

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https://www.michaels.com/12in-latex-brown-balloons-10ct/D023086S.html?cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_National_PLA_Shopping_Null_Null_All+Products_RLSA-_-RLSA+-+Party&gclsrc=aw.ds&&cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_National_PLA_Shopping_Null_Null_All+Products_RLSA-_-RLSA+-+Party&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6JjgBRDbARIsANfu58GLZSLT-5ZGbsDbuPwnr_txHjtl-DQAuekbnBfesq6dQ8WuqDEkWR4aApo-EALw_wcB

Michaels has them.

You can order and pick them up in store.

 

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 $2 item. Almost $7 shipping. Nope!

chef wrote:

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lilyofcourse wrote:

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https://www.michaels.com/12in-latex-brown-balloons-10ct/D023086S.html?cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_National_PLA_Shopping_Null_Null_All+Products_RLSA-_-RLSA+-+Party&gclsrc=aw.ds&&cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_National_PLA_Shopping_Null_Null_All+Products_RLSA-_-RLSA+-+Party&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6JjgBRDbARIsANfu58GLZSLT-5ZGbsDbuPwnr_txHjtl-DQAuekbnBfesq6dQ8WuqDEkWR4aApo-EALw_wcB

Michaels has them.

You can order and pick them up in store.

 

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 $2 item. Almost $7 shipping. Nope!

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 There's 10 in a bag. 

You're making goombas, right?

I hope you share pictures. 

lilyofcourse wrote:

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chef wrote:

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lilyofcourse wrote:

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https://www.michaels.com/12in-latex-brown-balloons-10ct/D023086S.html?cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_National_PLA_Shopping_Null_Null_All+Products_RLSA-_-RLSA+-+Party&gclsrc=aw.ds&&cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-MICH_National_PLA_Shopping_Null_Null_All+Products_RLSA-_-RLSA+-+Party&gclid=Cj0KCQiA6JjgBRDbARIsANfu58GLZSLT-5ZGbsDbuPwnr_txHjtl-DQAuekbnBfesq6dQ8WuqDEkWR4aApo-EALw_wcB

Michaels has them.

You can order and pick them up in store.

 

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 $2 item. Almost $7 shipping. Nope!

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 There's 10 in a bag. 

You're making goombas, right?

I hope you share pictures. 

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 I know but $7 shipping is still too high. 10 balloons do not merit $7 shipping.

Yep, goombas. I'll take pics.

Sneak preview!

I don't sew so no laughing! I couldn't find a star plush so I made one. This is the extent of my sewing ability. I'm happy it's holding together.

No laughing abuot that whatsoever! It's fantastic!

That is so cute! I love it.

Thanks, y'all :)

More pics to come post-party!

Thanks :)

Now to see if it survives being tossed around by 11 2-7 year olds. We're playing hot potato with it. Mario Party is centered around collecting stars so this is our version of racing for the star.

We're also playing musical chairs and doing a goomba vs bob-omb battle. Got a last minute RSVP today so rather than 5 vs 5, we'll do 5 vs 5 with one kid being the referee then the kids can trade off being ref in subsequent games. RSVPs are officially closed now (today was the last day).