u/macntosher

Buying Cotopaxi bags in person?

I'd like a bag in a randomized color scheme, but I'm worried about getting a set of neutrals/dark colors. The only options I know would be buying in person or risk buying fakes second hand online (eBay, poshmark, etc.).

Currently I only know of REI as a retailer I could walk into to check out bags but my REI doesn't stock Allpa bags (I'm looking for Allpa 26L). Are there any other options? Should I just order a random color and return it if it ends up being too dull?

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u/macntosher — 4 days ago

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I have a Janome 2212, about 3 hours into using it today (or rather 3 hours working on project, not sewing the whole time, but I'm rather slow regardless) it started to have a slightly loopy backside of the seams. I started changing the tension and stitch length and I rethreaded it a few different times. Even changed the thread I was using. The front side looks normal, and a few times it would look normal for about a dozen stitches, but then it would go back to the loose stitches.

It started to get worse and now no matter what setting, this jumbled mess in the photo happens. Very new to seeing, this is only my second project so any advice is welcome.

u/macntosher — 8 days ago

I (21F) never had to take care of my hair since as a child my mom straightened my hair daily up until I was about 12, then from 12-15 I had aggressively bleached and dyed hair, then 15-a few months ago I have been bald or had a buzzcut. It's starting to grow out and I want to maximize health and my curly/wavy hair (which I didn't know I had).

Where's the best place to start looking for resources on what to get for basic hair care? Like I literally have just started using conditioner for the first time since I was 15 recently, I have no clue where to start other than finding a shampoo and conditioner that works best for my hair. It's kind of daunting when there's so many options and I can't totally tell what my hair type is yet since its not too long yet and I know that what products I'm using dramatically can change the look.

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u/macntosher — 15 days ago