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Dye setup with shirt elevated to let ice melt cleanly through. Rack tool Fabric is elevated using a rack to allow ice to melt through the shirt instead of pooling underneath. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

Here is a collection of links to people and groups that can provide more information about sewing and donating menstrual care items. Sewing Cloth Pads to Donate Here is a collection of links to people and groups that can provide more information about sewing and donating menstrual care items. Days for Girls https://www.daysforgirls.org/ Cloth Connection Outreach Charity https://www.facebook.com/clothconnectionoutreach Menstrual Justice Initiative https://www.facebook.com/menstrual.justice.initiative If you know of an organization that should be mentioned, please let me know . This is just an initial list I started for my own reference. This page was last updated on Feb 6, 2026

This is a powder meant to be mixed with water and dye, to thicken the dye. Alginate supply This is a powder meant to be mixed with water and dye, to thicken the dye. Some people like to use this with black so they can add some contrast without the color bleeding too far into the shirt. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

Noticing your RV battery stops around 80%? Learn how to set the RecPro converter’s dial for lead-acid or lithium batteries, what the LED flicker means, and why smart charging mode protects battery life. Why is my RV battery not fully charging? If your RV battery stops charging around 80% when using a RecPro converter, it’s usually working as intended. Most RecPro converters ship in four-stage smart charging mode, which limits charge to protect lead-acid batteries and extend their lifespan. Understanding the Converter Dial On RecPro converters, there’s a small adjustable dial called a potentiometer. It controls both the charging mode and the voltage level. The sticker beside it can be confusing, but here’s how to read it: The left side of the dial controls four-stage smart charging, designed for lead-acid batteries. The right side of the dial is intended for lithium-ion batteries or for powering appliances directly in your RV. Once you’ve chosen the correct side for your setup, you can fine-tune the voltage: Lower voltage: turn the dial toward the top. Higher voltage: turn the dial toward the side you’re using. Factory Default Settings Converters are typically shipped in four-stage smart charging mode (the left side of the dial). If you’re not sure which mode yours is in, you can tell by watching the LED light indicator while turning the dial with a screwdriver. When the LED flickers, that means you’ve crossed over to the other side of the dial, switching between smart charging and lithium/direct power modes. Fine-Tuning and Voltage Adjustment For a more precise setup, you can use a multimeter to check the output voltage while adjusting the potentiometer. This helps confirm you’re within the proper range for your specific battery. Keep in mind that different battery types require different voltage targets for optimal charging. You should always check the manual or specifications for your battery brand to confirm the best settings, especially for lithium batteries, which can vary in chemistry and built-in protection systems. If you’re just trying to get oriented with the dial and make sure your converter is working correctly, these general guidelines will help you get in the right direction. Why It Stops Around 80% If your converter seems to charge your lead-acid battery only up to about 80%, that’s usually by design. In four-stage smart charging mode, the converter is programmed to stop before hitting full voltage to prolong the battery’s lifespan. Fully charging a lead-acid battery every time can cause unnecessary stress and shorten its life.Lithium batteries may charge differently and reach higher levels depending on how the converter and BMS are configured. In Short Left side of the dial: smart charging (lead-acid) Right side: lithium or direct power mode LED flicker: indicates switching between modes Multimeter: use to fine-tune voltage 80% charge: normal for smart charging mode Always check your battery manual: ideal voltages vary by type If your converter is working correctly but your battery isn’t quite reaching 100% it doesn’t mean something’s broken, it’s probably doing exactly what it should. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

Grams per square meter. Describes how thick or heavy a fabric is. GSM weight fabric Grams per square meter. Describes how thick or heavy a fabric is. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

Tall ice pile held with cardboard, magics tracks or other ingenuity. Ice mound process A tall pile of ice built over the fabric to slow melting and create complex, layered color effects as dye travels through the melt. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

Learn how to care for a Thai Constellation Monstera indoors, including light needs, watering habits, and potting tips. I share how I keep mine healthy in northern Indiana without overwatering or burning the variegated leaves. Monstera Thai Constellation Care The Monstera Thai Constellation grows best in bright, indirect light with moderate watering and chunky soil. Finding a Thai Constellation I went to the Tinley Park Reptile Expo and got this Thai Constellation Monstera for $25, which is wild considering how it used to go for around $600 online. I remember seeing that on Steve’s Leaves. They’re a plant seller in Texas and an awesome place if you want to check them out. Why Prices Dropped Now Thai Constellation Monsteras are everywhere. You can find them in Lowe’s, Walmart, other big box stores. They’ve just gotten easier to reproduce because of new propagation methods, so the price dropped a lot. Light and Burn Risk I’ve had two of them. The one I have now has a leaf big enough to start fenestrating. The other one is smaller with no fenestrations yet. I don’t have a long history with variegated Monsteras, but I’ve had regular green ones and those were super easy to care for. I assume this will be similar. From what I know about variegation, you just have to be careful about light. Too much light on the white parts burns them. If you put this plant in a southern window for hours of direct sun, you’ll probably get brown patches on the pale areas, especially on a new leaf that’s still hardening off. When to Repot I’m planning to keep this one in its 4 inch pot until it’s really ready to move up. I like to see it a little root bound first. I personally kill things when I pot them up too early. In my environment in northern Indiana, with big north windows and normal house conditions, I wait longer than most people to repot. The cooler temps and lower light here make tropical plants more sensitive to overwatering. If the pot is too big, there’s too much soil staying wet too long. That’s when roots suffocate or rot. Soil, LECA, and Root Health I’ve grown Monsteras in chunky mixes with bark, perlite, and peat moss, and I’ve also done it in straight LECA, those expanded clay balls that wick up moisture from the bottom. I liked LECA. You don’t have to worry about the soil compacting and the roots get good airflow. Don’t Overthink It Overall, Monsteras tolerate a lot. Honestly, don’t fuss. Most people kill plants because they love them too much. Same with Hoyas. They mess with them constantly, and in my experience as someone who kind of neglects plants, you’ll kill them faster by hovering. This page was last updated on Jul 10, 2026

Align the plenum bracket with the roof opening, insert the M8 bolts and clamping bars, then torque evenly to 7 N·m until the bracket is tight and fully seated. How do you install a plenum mounting bracket? To install the plenum mounting bracket, align the M8 bolts with washers and metal clamping bars through the four corner holes. Push the bracket upward into the square roof opening and tighten the bolts evenly until the bracket is secure and fully seated. Securing the Plenum Mounting Bracket Overlap the M8 bolts (#7) with washers (#9) and metal clamping bars (#8), inserting them through the four corner holes of the plenum mounting bracket. From inside the RV, push the bracket upward so it fits securely into the square roof opening. Start tightening the bolts by hand to prevent cross-threading. Use a torque wrench to tighten the M8 bolts evenly to 7 N·m, ensuring the plenum bracket connects firmly with the outdoor unit. Finally, verify that the bracket is fully seated and flush within the opening before proceeding. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

A Josh’s Frogs employee offers water to a chameleon during the NARBC Tinley Park reptile expo. A calm, close-up look at reptile care in action. Josh’s Frogs at NARBC As I was passing the display, for Josh’s frogs, at the Tinley Park Expo, I noticed a delightful interaction. A chameleon happily catching drops of water from a paper towel being squeezed. At the Tinley Park Reptile Expo, in October of 2025, I saw this adorable animale care moment. The employee at the Josh's Frogs booth was giving the cameleon water by squeezing a wet paper towel above it's mouth. It was nice to see the animal behaving comfortably around the care of the empolyee. This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026

The process of tie dyeing a shirt with grey fiber reactive dye. Color names and link to process video. Grey Tie Dye Shirt The process of dyeing a shirt with low immersion, for a crinkle dye pattern. Process This shirt was dyed with fiber reactive procion dye, from Dharma Trading Co. The shirt was pre-soaked in soda ash water, and then spun out before adding dye. This is a cotton shirt since tie-dye requires natural fiber, fabrics. You can also use this kind of dye on fibers like rayon, hemp, silk, and linen. Colors: seafoam & better black 1/2 teaspoon of dye powder per color Results I prefer the way the results look on the inside of the shirt. Next time, I don't turn the shirt inside out before dyeing it, and I would use more dye powder. Video See the full process in the YouTube video . This page was last updated on Feb 5, 2026