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***Please note: I am not currently available for 1-on-1 support chats. With my roles as a community mentor leader, group support mentor, and chatroom moderator I will be focusing my efforts primarily on community teams, forums and group support activities.***

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About me:

Others have described me as an empathetic individual who strives to be objective, motivational, and empowering. I do firmly believe that if you challenge yourself to look at a situation from a different angle you will see options you have overlooked, and that sometimes even unpalatable solutions need to be seen for what they are, possible solutions. I aim to offer a respectful and non-judgmental ear, keeping in mind that my personal values and beliefs are just that: Mine and need only apply to me/my life.

I am a member of the LGBTQ+ community, some of the labels I use, or have used, to describe(not define) myself include but are not limited to, lesbian, homoromantic asexual and demiromantic. While I am open to and accepting of all members of the LGBTQ+ community, I feel my personal experience makes me most suited to supporting those who relate to or don similar labels.

Now entering my 40's I have had experiences with a variety of issues from early childhood to present. I have found this can enhance my natural ability to empathize while still offering alternate perspectives. I primarily provide support for and am most comfortable with topics I have indicated in my profile. There are certain topics that I do not take chats involving, namely drugs, alcohol, detailed discussion of sexual topics, or any which contravene the rules of 7 Cups.

"No matter what we have come through, or how many perils we have safely passed, or how imperfect and jagged our life has been, we cannot in our heart of hearts imagine how it could have been different. As we look back on it, it slips in behind us in orderly disarray, and, with all its mistakes, acquires a sort of eternal fitness, and even, at times, a poetic glamour." – Randolph Silliman Bourne

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LGBTQ+ / MOGII Support / by EmotionsListener

July 30th

Announcing our new 24/7 LGBTQ+ Huddle

Group Support / by EmotionsListener

2 days ago

...See more Hi LGBTQ+ Community and Allies! I have some great news to share with you all about a new LGBTQ+ Huddle chat launching July 31 that will allow members of the community to have access to a safer and supportive space 24/7. Please note this Huddle is currently open to adult users only. Members and listeners are welcome. A Huddle is a group chat where the same participants meet up regularly to chat about common issues/interests in order to learn more about and deeply explore them. Our Huddles take place inside the 7 Cups group chat system and aim to provide groups of users continuous support and social connection. Ultimately the goal for our LGBTQ+ Huddle is to provide those looking to engage in a supportive LGBTQ+ focused chat space the opportunity to do so 24/7 with less concerns about unsupportive or hateful comments, attitudes and behavior. We hope this will enable closer connections and a closer community where people may feel safer opening up about their identity, experiences and/or concerns. A space where we can focus on living life as an LGBTQ+ person, not simply what the various labels are or mean. The LGBTQ+ Huddle room will be open 24/7 but only badged members will be able to see and access it. If you wish to be badged you can let one of the hosts know during any of the regularly scheduled discussions held in the LGBTQ+ Support room. (Currently hosted Wednesdays at 8:30pm ET, or Sundays at Noon ET, see the community calendar [https://www.7cups.com/forum/communityCalendar.php] for details.) If you are unable to attend these sessions you can message @EmotionsListener to request access. Please indicate your desire to access the LGBTQ+ Huddle Support space in your message. Keep in mind the badging process may take up to a week. Access to this LGBTQ+ Huddle space is a privilege and any misuse or inappropriate behavior in the huddle space may lead to loss of your badge and access. We want to keep our safe space one that is healthy for and respectful to all. This means there will be zero tolerance for derogatory language, the intentional misuse of pronouns, or other hateful behaviors. Additionally all users are expected to follow the general chatroom guidelines [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/Member-Chatroom-Guidelines-9de0c9c1b6114d14a130f1b842af36fe]and the community guidelines [https://www.7cups.com/community-guidelines/]. For any further questions or feedback, you can PM @SoulfullyAButterfly or send an email to ayesha@7cups.com We look forward to building this safer, more connected LGBTQ+ community with you! 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LGBTQ+ / MOGII Support / by EmotionsListener

June 14th

Cupful of Colour! - Space! (Part of Crafting a Creative Summer)

Arts & Crafts / by EmotionsListener

September 7th, 2025

Sewing Saturday - Tote Bag (Part of Crafting a Creative Summer)

Arts & Crafts / by EmotionsListener

August 31st, 2025

...See more Today we’ll be learning how to make a tote bag. I’ll include measurements for a mini version like I’ll be making as well as a full sized version. Materials list: * ½ metre(yard) of heavy weight cotton or cotton canvas (main fabric) * ½ meter(yard) of lining fabric (can be same as main fabric) * ½ meter(yard) of heavyweight fusible interfacing * 4 sets of 2cm (¾ in) gromets * 1.5-2m of rope (for handles) * Coordinating thread Tools list: * Scissors * Cutting mat and rotary cutter (optional) * Marking pencil, chalk or similar * Ruler or sewing gauge * Pins or sewing clips * Sewing needle * Iron & Ironing Board * Sewing machine * Grommet tools Cutting list: For mini tote: * Cut two 25cm x 35cm (10" x 14") rectangles of main fabric (Make note of directionality of fabric before cutting, panel is wider than it is tall.) * Cut two 25cm x 35cm (10" x 14") rectangles of lining fabric (or main fabric) * Cut two 25cm x 35cm (10" x 14") pieces of a heavy weight fusible interfacing * Optional Interior Pocket: * Cut one 10cm x 18cm (4" x 7") rectangle of a coordinating fabric (or main fabric) * Cut one 10cm x 18cm (4" x 7") rectangle of lining fabric (or main fabric) For full size tote: * Cut two 35cm x 48cm (14" x 19") rectangles of main fabric * Cut two 35cm x 48cm (14" x 19") rectangles of lining fabric * Cut two 35cm x 48cm (14" x 19") pieces of a heavy weight fusible interfacing * Optional Interior Pocket: * Cut one 14cm x 25cm (5.5" x 10") rectangle of a coordinating fabric * Cut one 14cm x 25cm (5.5" x 10") rectangle of lining fabric Directions: (Remember to backstitch and trim threads as you go!) * Before you begin, remember to wash, dry and iron your fabric. * Cut all pieces from the above cutting list out of fabrics as indicated. * Following the directions on your fusible interfacing, fuse the heavy weight fusible interfacing to the back of the two exterior main fabric pieces. * Mark a 4.5cm(1¾”) square in the bottom corners on each of the main exterior fabric pieces. Trim and remove these squares. (For larger tote you will mark and remove a 6.5cm (2½”) square.) * Repeat step 4 for both pieces of lining fabric. [image consists of what the pieces look like after trimming] * If making an interior pocket (otherwise skip to step 11 ) lay the two pocket rectangles right sides together and pin. Using a ¾ inch seam allowance sew around the entire perimeter of the rectangle leaving a 10cm (4”) gap at the bottom for turning the piece. * Trim corners of the pocket then turn it right side out, press out corners and tuck in the open edge. * Topstitch across the top edge of the pocket with ¼” from top edge. * Center the pocket on one of your pieces of lining fabric. Your pocket and lining should both be right side facing up. (The lining side of the pocket will be against the right side of the lining fabric. If you would rather make an exterior pocket simply sew the pocket to one of your exterior pieces in the same way.) * Carefully stitch the pocket in place along the sides and bottom edges ¼” from the outer edge of the pocket. This will also close the bottom edge of the pocket. If you want a divided pocket you can also stitch down the center of the pocket parallel to the sides. * Take your two exterior panel pieces laying them right sides together. Using a ½ in seam allowance sew along each of the sides and bottom, these will be 3 separate lines of stitching - do not sew across the squares we cut out earlier. * Repeat step 11 with the lining sections. Only this time you will leave a 10cm (4”) gap across the bottom that will be used for turning later. * Press open the seam allowances on your exterior and interior lining pieces. * It is now time to sew those corners where we cut out a square. Open out one corner and line up the seams, still with right sides facing, this will make a box like shape. You can now sew a straight line across the corner using a ½“ seam allowance. Do this for both corners on the exterior and interior pieces. [image consists of an example of the step above] * Turn the exterior bag right side out and place it inside the lining bag with right sides together. Pin all the way around the top edge. [image consists of an example of the step above] * Using a ½” seam allowance sew all the way around the top edge of the bag. * Using the opening we left in the bottom of the lining, turn the entire bag right side out. Take care to fully push out corners. * Carefully stitch the opening in the lining closed this can be done by machine or by hand. You may find doing this by hand looks better in this case. * Press the top edge of your bag and topstitch ¼” from top edge. * It is now time to add your grommets, while you can adjust where you place your grommets to suit you, a basic guideline is to find the center of the top edge of your bag. Mark a point 9cm (3½”) (you may want to go a bit wider for a regular size tote) on either side of the center. Do this on both sides of the bag. Place your grommet next to that mark, and about .5cm (¼”) down from the top edge of your bag. Using a marking pencil trace the interior circle of the grommet. (You will have 4 circles marked) ***If you have extra grommets it’s worth doing a quick test with those waste squares we cut out of the fabric earlier before doing the next 2 steps on your bag.*** * While most grommet tools have a piece made for cutting this circle out of the fabric, you may find you need to do so by hand so carefully snip the center of the circle then cut out that interior circle as cleanly as possible. * Following the directions for your grommets, apply a grommet to each of the 4 holes made above. * All that is left is to add your handles. Cut two 70-100cm (28-36”) lengths of rope. Insert one end of the rope through the grommet from inside the bag to outside and tie a knot to secure it in place, repeat with the other end on the same side of your bag, and then do the same on the other side with the other piece of yarn. (You may find you need to make a larger knot or even add a large bead to the end of the rope before knotting to be sure it won’t pull through the grommet. You can also use other styles of handle that can clip into or be secured through the grommets if you prefer) Your mini tote is now complete! [image consists of a finished mini tote] Would you prefer a mini or regular sized tote? If you decide to sew your own, please share your work with us! Part of Crafting a Creative Summer [https://www.7cups.com/forum/crafts/General_2557/CraftingaCreativeSummer_357471/]

Try It Out! - Paper Quilling (Part of Crafting a Creative Summer)

Arts & Crafts / by EmotionsListener

August 30th, 2025

...See more My apologies for the technical difficulties with this topic, a feline who shall remain nameless had a bit of fun demolishing some of my quilling papers in her attempts to help me with my quilling. So cat owners protect your quilling! 🤣 [image consists of various colours of quilling paper] So what is paper quilling? Paper quilling, also known as paper filigree, involves using narrow strips of paper (often 3mm or 5mm wide) to create works of art. These strips of paper are rolled, shaped and glued into various forms, to create a sort of 3D effect. While to an extent quilling can be done without the use of any specialized tools, especially with wider strips of paper, there are in fact a variety of specialized quilling tools for the various steps in the process. The first step in quilling is rolling the strips of paper, you can do this by hand or using any small round object to curl the papers around. But a quilling tool is especially useful. This tool has a narrow post with a slot through it. You simply place the end of your paper just in the slot and begin to rotate the tool curling the paper around the post. My set also has what they call a quilling coach which is essentially a flat surface with a hole through it for the quilling tool that can help you keep your paper aligned so that you can create a flat roll. These tight even roles are great for the next step, shaping. Shaping your coils of paper involves allowing the roll to expand to a size that fits your design, and pinching, twisting, or adjusting the curve of the paper to create various shapes. These can include teardrops, hearts, leaves and many more. While again this can be done by hand, many quilling kits will include boards for sizing and setting your coils into a specific shape. Some even have a pegboard where you can create your own shapes to use as a guide when shaping. It’s then time to arrange your paper shapes onto a surface to form a design. You’ll then carefully glue them in place to secure them to the project. Basic white glue is all you need here.There are a few techniques for gluing down the shapes, some will use a precision glue bottle or toothpick to carefully apply glue to the bottom of each coil and then set it in place. Other methods involve applying a thin layer of glue to the design area and laying your shapes into the glue carefully. Here tools like precision tweezers can help. Simply allow the glue to dry and your quilled creation is complete! [Image consists of a paper quilled heart] Quilling is great for making cards, shadowboxes, ornaments, even jewelry if you like. While this artform has been around for centuries, this ability to turn simple paper into artistic filigree has stood the test of time and remains a craft enjoyed by many. Have you tried paper quilling before? Do you think you will now? Please share your work with us! Part of Crafting a Creative Summer [https://www.7cups.com/forum/crafts/General_2557/CraftingaCreativeSummer_357471/]

Frugal Friday - Pallets and Wood Scraps (Part of Crafting a Creative Summer)

Arts & Crafts / by EmotionsListener

August 29th, 2025

...See more For our final frugal Friday this summer, I thought we could explore one more potential source of free or inexpensive crafting materials: Pallets. Often you can find old pallets for free at construction sites, grocery stores, home improvement stores and such, keep in mind just because they may be stacked outside near a garbage bin, does not mean they are available so always check before you take any. Some construction sites or home improvement stores may also have other wood scraps available for free or at a discount. Pallets can be used for a wide range of crafts, typically rustic, these crafts can range from small decorative pieces and storage solutions to larger wall art or even furniture. Pallets are also suitable for indoor or outdoor applications. If you want to try pallet art, but aren’t sure what to make there are lots of ideas about how you can repurpose pallets online. Before you begin working with pallets there are a few things to remember: * Some pallets are treated with toxic substances like methyl bromide(MB), or sulfuryl fluoride (SF) and will typically be marked with MB or SF. Avoid any such pallets. * Watch for pallets that have excessive nails, screws, or even stains, especially oil stains as these may be difficult to cover. * Blue pallets are typically owned by a pallet company and leased, so these won’t be the ones you are able to take. * Keep in mind the wood from which pallets are made may degrade quickly outdoors, within months to a few years. As pallet wood is typically not treated to prevent rot or insects, It’s typically recommended that you use a wood sealant or finish whenever working with pallet wood. * This wood is also typically not in furniture ready condition so will require care to make it more aesthetically pleasing. You may even need parts from multiple pallets to make one complete pallet in good condition. Once you have pallets you will likely use things like a hammer, pry bar, sandpaper, drill and/or saw to transform them into your desired project. Remember to protect yourself and wear gloves to avoid splinters or other injuries when handling pallets. You may also want a nail puller to help remove some of the nails which is likely to be your first task. Next, while you may want to keep the rustic aesthetic it can still be a good idea to sand the wood to remove splinters as well as creating a smooth surface for painting or staining. If you need to dismantle the original pallet carefully use a pry bar and gently separate the boards from the pallet. Once your project is completed keep in mind the ultimate use and location of your project when selecting a paint or stain, for example outdoor applications may require weatherproof options. Pallets can be a budget friendly arts and crafts material, but as with many of our frugal finds this summer, will take a bit of work to transform into your very own masterpiece. Do you like the rustic aesthetic of pallet art? Have you ever worked with pallets? What did you make? Don’t forget to share your work with us! Part of Crafting a Creative Summer [https://www.7cups.com/forum/crafts/General_2557/CraftingaCreativeSummer_357471/]

Try It Out! - Beadworking (Part of Crafting a Creative Summer)

Arts & Crafts / by EmotionsListener

August 29th, 2025

...See more Beadworking comes in many forms, from stringing beads on wire or string as we discussed earlier this summer in our jewelry making post to sewing beads to fabric, or even weaving or sewing beads together to create a sort of fabric. We’ve already discussed beading in the form of jewelry making, and sewing on beads is similar to the embroidery we covered earlier this summer as well. In essence, you simply outline the design on your fabric with marking pencil, chalk or even iron on transfers. Place the fabric to be beaded on an embroidery hoop or frame to hold the fabric taught. Then one by one or small strings of beads at a time you first make the outline of your design. (If stringing multiple beads at once be sure to ‘couch’ between each bead along the design to secure them down and ensure proper shaping along the design.) While this can be done with nearly any fabric if you are wanting to add a layer of beading to a delicate fabric you can even use organza as your beading fabric to then sew it in as another layer. Once you have outlined your design, filling in can be more tedious and is best done one bead at a time to get a nice even randomness that fills the space without creating additional lines. You can use a variety of beads shapes and sizes to fill in areas so you may want to start with your largest beads first then fill around them. Depending on the size of your beads you may find you need an extra small or beading needle when sewing these designs. But today we’ll be focusing on sewing beads together to create fabric, specifically with the use of a beading loom. This style of beading uses thread and beads to create a highly flexible fabric with no backing. (Using a loom is only one way to make this type of beaded fabric, but a loom can be easier to learn.) [Image consists of a beading loom with warp threads] Basics of how to use a beading loom: * Start by wrapping warp threads.(This video [https://youtu.be/TUCjOIGcCLc] will show the basics of wrapping warp threads onto a beading loom.) Warp threads run the full length of the piece. * Once you have created the warp, a weft thread (working thread) is tied to one side of the warp leaving a long tail. You will add a sewing needle to the other end of the weft, it will need to be small enough to fit through your beads. * String the weft thread with one row’s worth of beads (one less than the number of warp threads) and pass it under the warp. * Carefully press the beads up into the warp so that they fall evenly between all the warp threads. * With beads pressed up, pass the sewing needle through the beads going across the top of the warp threads this time. This will effectively trap the beads. Keep in mind tension is very important with beading to ensure beads stay in place while you work. * Continue adding rows of beads in this way. Sometimes there will be a pattern or design that will determine the colour or order of beads. * When the desired length of beaded fabric is achieved, carefully weave the weft thread back through a few rows of beads, and a slip knot tied between beads along a row. Then the end is sewn through a few more rows of beads and trimmed. * The tail from the start of your weft is treated similarly. (This video [https://youtu.be/k8TEg1LQfvI] shows the basics of the beading process from steps 2 through 8.) * After you have secured your ends it’s time to carefully remove the entire project from the loom by loosening your posts and removing the loops from the pin, the start/ends where you knotted the thread may need to be cut to remove them from the post, but many looms have pins which can be removed. * At this point your work may look a bit messy with all those big loop ends, so carefully lay out the entire piece and untangle all the loops, as the warp is one continuous thread we can actually work it through the beading so that we are only left with the beginning and end of the warp thread to secure and weave in. * Carefully find the midpoint of your work, take a hold of the loop at the center, hold your work flat with your other hand and gently pull down on the center loop of the warp thread. You should notice the loop at the other end of your work begins to shrink when you do this. Avoid overtightening as you pull this thread as it can lead to puckering. * Repeat step 11 on either side of the work, working from the inside to the outside edge. * You should be left with two long ends of your original warp thread. Weave and secure these into the work just as you did the weft ends. (Depending on your project the steps for securing your warp threads may differ slightly.) [image consists of a quick sample of beading from a loom] As you can see there are many types of beadworking, and each has its own purpose and use. If there is a style of beadworking you haven’t done, it’s certainly worth trying out! What, if any, style(s) of beading have you done? Which do you prefer? If you were to use a beading loom, what would you want to make? Share your work with us? Part of Crafting a Creative Summer [https://www.7cups.com/forum/crafts/General_2557/CraftingaCreativeSummer_357471/]

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