One Item for BM a Day (2010-2012)

jella · Post by **jella** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 10:40 am

Thanks Emily....last nights hat

still tweaking the pattern :/

Orchid · Post by **Orchid** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 1:34 pm

EmilyD wrote:the MOST important thing about footwear is that it be COMFORTABLE!!!! Who gives a fuck what anyone thinks? But...you can fancy up your Keens for your own entertainment if you want. I'm making pink pleather spats to go over mine.

*applause*

Jella, the pants and hat are nothing short of awesome! What pattern are you using for the hat?

ohCarie · Post by **ohCarie** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 2:21 pm

Made some good progress this weekend. At Goodwill, got the most awesome yellow slicker, striped PJs, fuzzy robe, and a non-moopy sequin tube top. We also got the 3 15-gallon water containers to supplement the trailer tanks today.

Is it really only 34 days? Oh crap!

Bling · Post by **Bling** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 2:33 pm

I've booked all of our hotels for the way out and the way home--most on Priceline for half off. I found high visibility yellow rain overalls @ Farm & Fleet, and shrunk all my shrinky pins. Barely over a month left until we leave!

jella · Post by **jella** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 3:19 pm

Thanks it's simplicity 5581 it came with the cargo shorts

my newest hat

can't waut to make it with little white horns

Bling · Post by **Bling** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 3:21 pm

That is so cute!

EmilyD · Post by **EmilyD** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 5:44 pm

Coool hats!!!

I've had a very frustrating day dealing with trailer insulation. I scraped off the old, stuck down the new and it's too goddamn THICK! It bulges the trailer walls so that none of the OTHER insulation then works. So... back to the hardware store. SIGH!

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 5:48 pm

Today, I did my best not to become overwhelmed and I found solar-charged clip on flashlights. 4 for $9.99. Score.

unjonharley · Post by **unjonharley** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 5:48 pm

Daugther scored a copy of Fritz Lang's Metroplis at a yard sale for .25

EmilyD · Post by **EmilyD** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 5:53 pm

FaeTora wrote:Today, I did my best not to become overwhelmed and I found solar-charged clip on flashlights. 4 for $9.99. Score.

Oooo got a link for those flashlights?

I know what you mean about feeling overwhelmed. I started prep back in February but I still feel unready. I think it's because our biggest issue is still unresolved...shade structure, we're still waiting for the stupid thing. I paid for it back in May!!!! $@%")&@)$#*"@)!$!#$% !!!! Trying to stay calm.

unjonharley · Post by **unjonharley** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 6:32 pm

EmilyD wrote:
FaeTora wrote:Today, I did my best not to become overwhelmed and I found solar-charged clip on flashlights. 4 for $9.99. Score.
Oooo got a link for those flashlights?

I know what you mean about feeling overwhelmed. I started prep back in February but I still feel unready. I think it's because our biggest issue is still unresolved...shade structure, we're still waiting for the stupid thing. I paid for it back in May!!!! $@%")&@)$#*"@)!$!#$% !!!! Trying to stay calm.

What kind of shade did you order//

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 6:55 pm

EmilyD wrote:
FaeTora wrote:Today, I did my best not to become overwhelmed and I found solar-charged clip on flashlights. 4 for $9.99. Score.
Oooo got a link for those flashlights?

I know what you mean about feeling overwhelmed. I started prep back in February but I still feel unready. I think it's because our biggest issue is still unresolved...shade structure, we're still waiting for the stupid thing. I paid for it back in May!!!! $@%")&@)$#*"@)!$!#$% !!!! Trying to stay calm.

They aren't online but if you need some PM me and I will send you a pic and if you want I can deliver them to you on the playa. I think they are a great deal.

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Sun Jul 25, 2010 6:56 pm

jella wrote:Thanks it's simplicity 5581 it came with the cargo shorts

my newest hat
can't waut to make it with little white horns

I love this hat!! I wish I could do that.

Clar-i-ty · Post by **Clar-i-ty** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 9:32 am

winebuff wrote:
Clar-i-ty wrote:I have all my Playa Shoes!!!!

1 Pair of Sketchers Boots with a 1-1/2" chunky heal
1 Pair fully restored Justin Ropers (I've had these boots longer than I've had my kids!)
1 Pair Trail Runners
1 Pair Purple Fake Ugs-will need inserts
1 set pink fuzzy slippers

I'm set!

Also picked up a personal mister, spare bike parts to gift to bike repair camp, a case of MRE's, and 2 pairs of garden gloves. After several day of no progress I made a lot today. (Contented Sigh)

Would i be considered a moron if I wore my keens? I have flat feet and they are the most comfortable. Wish I could wear some great boots but would pay for it later

I have flat feet too, and the best footwear I've ever worn are Army Issue all leather Speedlacer combat boots. The Sketchers I just got seem to be okay. I wore them all day yesterday and didn't seem to suffer much. Besides, the playa is a nice shock-absorbing substance. My feet (and back) always hurt less there.

Clar-i-ty · Post by **Clar-i-ty** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 9:38 am

EmilyD wrote:Let's see if I can post all the responses I'm thinking:

jella: GREAT PANTS!!! Can't wait to see the hats.

VArocketry: That is a beautiful piece, anyone receiving one will be lucky!

winebuff: As a fellow newbie, and a wearer of Keens, listen to bling! Let me add, the MOST important thing about footwear is that it be COMFORTABLE!!!! Who gives a fuck what anyone thinks? But...you can fancy up your Keens for your own entertainment if you want. I'm making pink pleather spats to go over mine.

Spats are real easy to make. I just made some by cutting the sleeves off a canvas jacket. Put your foot where your hand would normally go, fold the remainder down and voila! Spats! Works good with Denim too. Then just Glam it up as you see fit.

wwonka · Post by **wwonka** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:05 pm

received ratcheting straps in mail today.

also bought a moleskin so my listmaking abilities will garner results that are all bound together so i can actually find them again..

began compiling earlier mentioned lists.

EmilyD · Post by **EmilyD** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:07 pm

unjonharley wrote:
EmilyD wrote:
FaeTora wrote:Today, I did my best not to become overwhelmed and I found solar-charged clip on flashlights. 4 for $9.99. Score.
Oooo got a link for those flashlights?

I know what you mean about feeling overwhelmed. I started prep back in February but I still feel unready. I think it's because our biggest issue is still unresolved...shade structure, we're still waiting for the stupid thing. I paid for it back in May!!!! $@%")&@)$#*"@)!$!#$% !!!! Trying to stay calm.
What kind of shade did you order//

One from a local guy. We should have it sometime this week...fingers crossed.

Bling · Post by **Bling** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:11 pm

Our dogtags came today! We got our names, camp name & location, and emergency phone numbers (probably a waste of time, but there was room) on them. $5 for 2 on eBay.

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:16 pm

hey me and some of my crew are thinking of going to the pet store and something similar done. But one of out night costumes are stray animals (the one thing BRC does not have that all other cities do.

I'm cheesey.

EmilyD · Post by **EmilyD** » Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:16 pm

EmilyD wrote: I'm making pink pleather spats to go over mine. :-)

Spats are real easy to make. I just made some by cutting the sleeves off a canvas jacket. Put your foot where your hand would normally go, fold the remainder down and voila! Spats! Works good with Denim too. Then just Glam it up as you see fit.[/quote]

GREAT IDEA! Thanks for the tip.

Bling, dogtags are really a smart idea. Does the company you got them from have any more?

Today I finished the weather stripping on the trailer (WHEW!) and now I'm sealing a giant hole in the side from where there used to be a vent for a refrigerator. Ours came with a cheap-ass "ice box" instead and that vent was just wide open to the elements. Now the Playa won't have as easy an access point into our trailer.

It sounds like we'll be FINALLY getting our shade structure this week, gawd I sure hope so. I still need to make shad cloth side panels. I've got all the materials and I'm ready to go!!!!

I ordered some of that cool cityscape fabric that Clarity posted the link to, it's GREAT! I need to cover the Mister's coat with it and stick some lights behind it....mmmm yeah. Bisssy, bizzy, Busy!!!

Plumeria · Post by **Plumeria** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 12:11 am

I ordered dog tags as well and had fun with them. I got mine from http://www.dogtagsonline.com/ and was really happy with how fast they arrived, the choices, and product. (Note that I am not promoting this company, just offering that I purchased from them and was happy with what I got.)

Here are mine...although the camera made it look blue, I got purple...lol

Bling · Post by **Bling** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 6:26 am

Hey, we're practically neighbors! Clevian Camp is at 8:30 & Esplanade.

geospyder · Post by **geospyder** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 8:39 am

This afternoon I pick up a bike for Hans who is coming over from the Netherlands for his virgin year.

theCryptofishist · Post by **theCryptofishist** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 9:39 am

FaeTora wrote:hey me and some of my crew are thinking of going to the pet store and something similar done. But one of out night costumes are stray animals (the one thing BRC does not have that all other cities do. :D

I'm cheesey.

Psssst! No one tell her about animal control!

FaeTora · Post by **FaeTora** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 10:16 am

I actually know about animal control. I mentioned the tags at Church Night and the burners there starting cracking up and couldn't resist telling me.

LOL. I can't wait to be on the playa. Less than 6 weeks!!!!

Bling · Post by **Bling** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 11:27 am

Spare trailer tire mount arrived today via UPS. We need to get that puppy welded on so the spare tire (which is GIANT!) doesn't take up half the space in the back of the Yukon. We also want to have room to put a milk crate on the trailer tongue to hold a 5-gallon gas can. Not sure how those will both fit. And, need a welder...

unjonharley · Post by **unjonharley** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 11:41 am

Bling wrote:Spare trailer tire mount arrived today via UPS. We need to get that puppy welded on so the spare tire (which is GIANT!) doesn't take up half the space in the back of the Yukon. We also want to have room to put a milk crate on the trailer tongue to hold a 5-gallon gas can. Not sure how those will both fit. And, need a welder...

Water and gas (plastic) containers get a lot of stress from the bounce of the tailer.. carry mine in the van.. Luckly learn, it was water that time..

Bling · Post by **Bling** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 11:45 am

We weren't planning to put it out until we fill it in Gerlach, and then we were going to use it right away when we leave.

ohCarie · Post by **ohCarie** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 9:16 pm

Got this awesome fax fur coat at thrift for $8! Looks great over the red satin pjs I got there too for $1.50.

Score!

geospyder · Post by **geospyder** » Tue Jul 27, 2010 9:31 pm

Found a half dozen plastic (?) leis and 25 strings of Mardi Gras beads at the bottom of one of my Burningman boxes. Now I just have to figure out what to do with them.