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ikeahacker_feedMost speakers are boxes. Rigid, sealed, acoustically inert boxes engineered to contain acoustic materials rather than become part of the sound. David Kan, IKEA hacker and audiophile, explains, “The [speaker] drivers work solely on their own, without any musical interaction with the enclosure. The sound energy is fully loaded towards the front, masking musicality with high resolution. That makes these speakers oversensitive to room placement and tricky to position.” But what if a speaker enclosure could work more like a piano soundboard? Thin, curved, […]
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Perfectly Balanced
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dreamwidthlayoutsTitle: Perfectly Balanced
Credit to:vuvuzela
Base style: Practicality
Type: CSS
Best resolution: Built in 1912x1074 – Mobile responsive
Tested in: Built in Firefox. Tested in Chrome & Opera on Windows OS. Tested in Android OS with Firefox.
Features: Mobile Responsive! Intended for "navigation panel" splash page style layouts.. Perfectly centers journal content vertically. Uses base dreamwidth CSS to prevent "navigation panel" codes from shifting.
Credit to:
vuvuzelaBase style: Practicality
Type: CSS
Best resolution: Built in 1912x1074 – Mobile responsive
Tested in: Built in Firefox. Tested in Chrome & Opera on Windows OS. Tested in Android OS with Firefox.
Features: Mobile Responsive! Intended for "navigation panel" splash page style layouts.. Perfectly centers journal content vertically. Uses base dreamwidth CSS to prevent "navigation panel" codes from shifting.
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The BLANDA Isn’t Just a Bowl; It’s Anything You Want!
Jul. 3rd, 2026 11:00 amikeahacker_feedWhen is a bowl not just a bowl? When it’s everything else! These hacks are the epitome of thinking outside the box, turning a basic IKEA bowl into a lamp, a bird feeder, a table, and so much more. (There’s even a way to measure the wind!) IKEA’s BLANDA bowl is a simple, glass beauty, but it’s not the only member of the family. You can also choose the stainless steel BLANDA BLANK or lean into a more natural style […]
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calling up the inklngs and handa-san for assistance
Jul. 3rd, 2026 02:48 amoperasteersi've been trying to think of ways to honor my brother-in-law's memory, so i decided to get a calligraphy pen and use it to write in like a game journal of sorts since he always wanted to try out calligraphy tools and loved video games
i now understand why most, if not all, calligraphy that i've seen with latin letters, is in cursive. i also got a bunch of ink on my hands but, honestly, that might just be a me thing, i tend to be pretty messy when it comes to crafts, even those i'm more experienced with—granted, i'd like to try to get better at getting the ink on the paper more, so it can better serve its purpose
i think the one i have is called a dip pen with a straight tip...? from the guide i skimmed over, it's recommended or easier for left-handed people, but regardless i've been testing it with both hands. i'm pleasantly surprised that i remember more cursive than i thought (it wasn't ever formally taught when i attended school, but i do remember the teacher's having posters of the letters) and it's pretty cool to see how the lines change in thickness based on the pressure i use. i am a bit worried that the paper in the journal i bought might be too thin and the ink will all bleed through, but on the test page i was using, it seems like as long as i don't apply pressure it should be okay for the most part...?
i'm also curious (concerned??) if the nib should be catching when i drag it upwards for a loop... like does this mean i should follow a different stroke order.... is the resistance part of the process.... are calligraphy nibs picky on which paper they commit to... many questions... answers yet to be found....
i now understand why most, if not all, calligraphy that i've seen with latin letters, is in cursive. i also got a bunch of ink on my hands but, honestly, that might just be a me thing, i tend to be pretty messy when it comes to crafts, even those i'm more experienced with—granted, i'd like to try to get better at getting the ink on the paper more, so it can better serve its purpose
i think the one i have is called a dip pen with a straight tip...? from the guide i skimmed over, it's recommended or easier for left-handed people, but regardless i've been testing it with both hands. i'm pleasantly surprised that i remember more cursive than i thought (it wasn't ever formally taught when i attended school, but i do remember the teacher's having posters of the letters) and it's pretty cool to see how the lines change in thickness based on the pressure i use. i am a bit worried that the paper in the journal i bought might be too thin and the ink will all bleed through, but on the test page i was using, it seems like as long as i don't apply pressure it should be okay for the most part...?
i'm also curious (concerned??) if the nib should be catching when i drag it upwards for a loop... like does this mean i should follow a different stroke order.... is the resistance part of the process.... are calligraphy nibs picky on which paper they commit to... many questions... answers yet to be found....
This Free Tool Tells You Exactly What Size Frame Your Photo Needs
Jun. 30th, 2026 11:00 amikeahacker_feedI recently had to return three different frames because they just weren’t the right fit for my photo. Between the frame sizes and different mat options, it was a strikeout each time. When I saw this tech-savvy hack from Türker Özenir, I thought, “If only I had seen this a few weeks ago!” Türker wanted to solve a classic dilemma—figuring out which KNOPPÄNG or FISKBO frame (or any IKEA frame) is best for your print or photo, saying, “I was […]
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She Absolutely Nailed This IKEA BILLY Reading Nook — Cozy, Charming and All
Jun. 26th, 2026 11:00 amikeahacker_feedI’m going to just put it out there right from the start: I am jealous of this BILLY book nook hack. It looks so amazing, and oh, so cozy! I would snuggle up with my favorite book and never want to leave. I’m scoping out areas in my home that I can convert, such as an extra closet. Then I realized I don’t have a closet to spare. But if you don’t already have a dedicated reading nook or a […]
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How to Get the Beauty of Blooms When You Don’t Have a Green Thumb
Jun. 23rd, 2026 11:00 amikeahacker_feedI love the idea of filling my home with fresh flowers, but it seems I lack the skills to keep them alive for more than a few days. I try, I really do, but it doesn’t seem to work out. So I started thinking: what are the best ways for someone like me to include pretty florals in my home without worrying about dying decor? I mean, my rug has a bold floral print that I love, and you can […]
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Happy 12th Birthday, Mishka!
Jun. 30th, 2026 10:31 amdaily_otter_feed
It’s Mishka’s 12th birthday and Seattle Aquarium threw her a Mickey Mishka Mouse party!
Photos by Animal Care Specialist II Angel, via Seattle Aquarium
