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Eddie

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38, 🏳️‍⚧️ he/they, octopus and horror movie enthusiast no AI/nfts

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SquidmadeAug 9, 2026

The Pirate Costume, pt 1

I've been going to the Bristol Ren Faire for about two decades now. Every summer, I end up going multiple weekends with different parties. For many reasons, it took me this long to come up with a costume. I went through a pirate phase as a kid and Our Flag Means Death kicked off another pirate phase a couple years ago. While I would kill to dress up as Izzy, I would melt away in midwestern summer heat while wearing black leather. This pirate costume has me in cottons and linens exclusively. Patt...

SquidmadeAug 6, 2026

Too Cute for Capitalism

Pattern: Too Cute for Capitalism by samanthalanetextiles My favorite kinds of patterns are bold, modern, and not full-coverage. They are less likely to have me despairing over perceived lack of progress. And because this was another one done in the wake of getting laid off, we needed more joy.

SquidmadeAug 4, 2026

Patterns: I have collected cross stitch patterns through so many years that I don't remember where I got every pattern. I wish I did, though, because the Unicorn and the Wanderer patterns are beautiful. I really like the mini paintings. They're satisfying to complete. The confetti on some of the patterns is really evident in the backs though.

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SquidmadeAug 1, 2026

The Real Shareholder Value

Pattern: Real Shareholder Value by Screaming Heart Design This was the first pattern I picked up after getting laid off in February 2026. The heartshake icon will follow me wherever I go, it seems.