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LOLARISX t1_j6p2yes wrote
Reply to Can you help identify this sheet material? It's literally one of grandma's old sheets, it seems to have a thread count of about 150, but the most important thing is the weight, it's 240gsm, twice as heavy as anything I can find online. by PrettyGazelle
That looks like linen. All sheets set we have right now are linen although I don't think they're that heavy. But I do have one summer dress that's made of heavy linen and this sheet looks similar to it.
I spent a lot of money for each sets but so far they're worth it. Only the extra blankets/bed covers are cotton.
We wash them with baking soda for pre wash and white vinegar for rinsing. They immediately became soft. They're warm in winter and cooling in summer.
They do have the natural lived in look but it's better as we honestly don't have time to iron our beddings.
lakeslikeoceans t1_j6p2479 wrote
Reply to Can you help identify this sheet material? It's literally one of grandma's old sheets, it seems to have a thread count of about 150, but the most important thing is the weight, it's 240gsm, twice as heavy as anything I can find online. by PrettyGazelle
This looks pretty similar to my linen sheets, but mine are organic and un-dyed so their color is more of a tan/taupe color. But the weave and look of it seem very similar.
DrKennethNoisewater- t1_j6p23cq wrote
I have varying styles of darn tough, smart wool and REI (thicker style with the REI) for several years now. I still can’t tell which is best. I have one pair of darn tough, iirc, that fit kinda small comparatively to my others that are exactly the same size and style. I’d recommend all tbh. Otherwise Kirkland merino wool is worth checking out I’ve heard. Point6 is another I’ve heard of but haven’t tried, the owners originally created smartwool
ghostcat557 t1_j6p0mbs wrote
Take a look at Treyvax. Small American Company that specializes in minimalist wallets 100% American made and innovation. Plus 65 year warranty
honeysuckles851 t1_j6p0dbm wrote
If it's anything like my Revere ware copper bottom frying pan I have had since at least '85 and still use to this day, you should be fine.
illepic t1_j6ozuyr wrote
Pretty much just leaves Hanks and artisans?
Shuttlebug2 t1_j6oyvmq wrote
Reply to My Kenmore Model 1914, circia 1976. The item it's repairing is Patagonia shirt I've had since 2005. by thegroundhurts
I always recommend the older Japanese-made sewing machines to people looking for an inexpensive starter. They're pretty much bulletproof.
itsmeatballsworld t1_j6oy26v wrote
Reply to comment by Lliet7 in Looking for a slipper that is: comfortable on the foot, sticks to the foot when walking (not like a sandal), keeps the foot dry (no sweat), a little cushioning so it feels nice to walk on hard floor. by dovahcobra
I have the shoe version with a leather sole and really like them as well. If you go this route, I recommend sizing slightly up and adding a shearling insole for ultimate comfort and durability.
billythebeefpuppet OP t1_j6oxdlx wrote
Reply to comment by PetroleumVNasby in recommendations for best wool socks? by billythebeefpuppet
Walking miles a day in, so work.
kodakfilms t1_j6otqyk wrote
Darn Tough & their Lifetime Warranty can’t be beat
Sixtoast t1_j6orvyv wrote
Reply to comment by lasdue in Can you help identify this sheet material? It's literally one of grandma's old sheets, it seems to have a thread count of about 150, but the most important thing is the weight, it's 240gsm, twice as heavy as anything I can find online. by PrettyGazelle
I want two piece toast
sonichedgehog23198 t1_j6or667 wrote
Well it can't be much over 40years. American companies producing something of decent quality in China didn't really get up to speed untill the mid 80s. Assuming from the font that states China is say mid to late 90s. Altough thats when the mold would be made could be well into the 2000s
SlipperyPete360 t1_j6or442 wrote
Is this a current year model or older? I’ve heard they changed some things and the older ones are better?
WeepToWaterTheTrees t1_j6oqd5u wrote
Reply to comment by bblickle in BIFL comforter that is not a down comforter? by Soulstarter
This would be my idea. I love duvets because then I don’t have to wash and dry down every week or two.
WeepToWaterTheTrees t1_j6oq8ov wrote
Reply to comment by nahtorreyous in BIFL comforter that is not a down comforter? by Soulstarter
Yep. My wool clothes always keep me warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
GizatiStudio t1_j6opl1a wrote
That’s sad, absolutely the nicest belts anywhere period.
I always thought that their online ordering was too clunky in that there were too many options for everything. I think they would have done better by having a standard catalog rather than everything being custom ordered.
scarybiscuits t1_j6oo1oi wrote
Reply to Dresser/Chest of Drawers than can be repeatedly assembled for apartment life? by cyriouslyslick
Do you have closet space? Those fabric hanging shelves (IKEA has them but Amazon will too) are good for t-shirts, underwear, socks etc.
CodingLazily t1_j6omxrk wrote
Reply to comment by bullshithistorian14 in Is this Revere Ware kettle BIFL? It looks brand new. by bullshithistorian14
That's really cool. The company I'm with buys copper sheets from Revere all the time. I had no idea they made cookware.
SnackMeAway OP t1_j6omuut wrote
Reply to comment by LittleBlondie19 in Looking for a good weighted blanket + some nice silky sheets to go with it. by SnackMeAway
Thank you for the tip.
LittleBlondie19 t1_j6omm0l wrote
Hush blankets make some very nice weighted blankets. Made in Canada, not silk sheets but their "ice" sheet Is a almost silky bamboo. Keeps you really cool too and naturally antibacterial. The real bonus on the hush is the sheet actually ties but also zips onto the blankets so the sheet doesn't get messed up.
reeljock t1_j6omjx3 wrote
I remember when Orion leather shut down
BallsOutKrunked t1_j6omakz wrote
Best ones I ever had were REI house brand. Easily the most durable. Everything else (people socks, darn tough, etc) I get a couple of years from them.
ADHDavidThoreau t1_j6ole91 wrote
Reply to comment by normalabby in recommendations for best wool socks? by billythebeefpuppet
Short smartwool socks are the only socks I will wear with soccer cleats
Lliet7 t1_j6p52mp wrote
Reply to comment by itsmeatballsworld in Looking for a slipper that is: comfortable on the foot, sticks to the foot when walking (not like a sandal), keeps the foot dry (no sweat), a little cushioning so it feels nice to walk on hard floor. by dovahcobra
yes, that's probably a good idea