![]() Sometimes you just have to get out your glue gun and go to town. Ultimately, you’re doing your cat a favor. Plus, it gives them a variety of textures to shred and promotes healthy exercise. Having homemade cat scratchers around ensures that your cat always has something that can keep them busy. Reusing boxes instead of tossing them away is a perfect way to upcycle an already existing material. If you are a big fan of online shopping, you can put those FedEx packages to good use. You’re going to need something to do with all of those boxes you’ve been getting these past few months that you keep meaning to toss away. Image credit: Glr0115, Unsplash Recycling Boxes If you can make your own cat scratcher at home using boxes you already have, you really are saving a few bucks a month in the long run. Store-bought cardboard cat scratchers might not last as long as he would like for the price. If you were constantly replacing cardboard cat scratchers, it can get a little expensive. Here are a couple of other things to consider. As DIYers ourselves, we can’t find much of a downside except that it might just require a little more of your time than buying one online or at the store. When you go over the ideas you have about making your own cat scratcher, you might want to compare all the benefits to buying one that’s already made. ![]() Upsides of Making Your Own Cardboard Cat Scratcher If you’re looking for a more intricate project, this is definitely our top pick. ![]() You can get really fancy with this as well, painting it up or decorating it to fit your home stylings. This design has cardboard squares stacked in a cascade fashion with mortar binding together the top and bottom to keep everything together. However, once you get the supplies, this is a charming little cat scratching post to throw together that your kitty is sure to get plenty of enjoyment out of. Initially, you might have to pay for some cost upfront as not everyone has mortar on hand. ![]()
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![]() It actually is an Induction stove which means that it doesn't run on gas (propane,LPG). Kitchen The kitchen stove isn't a typical gas cooktop. In this way the windmill or wind turbine used is capable of producing electricity even at low wind speeds. ![]() It also starts to rotate the larger set of blades which then gain momentum. The smaller set of blades start producing electricity at a wind speed of only 1.8m/s(Highly efficient). While the second set consists of 9 smaller size blades. the first set of blades consists of 3 larger(in length) blades. The technology is called Front-set Double Flying Birds. In this windmill there are 2 sets of blades. Generally windmills have just one set of blades. The Windmill Design The windmill used in this house is not your typical windmill. It also will help those who have an existing house or structure to setup a Solar or Wind powered House.This Instructable teaches you how to Build and Construct a Solar+Wind Powered House.This house can also be constructed in those countries which are not energy deficient for the purpose of a Green and a Sustainable way of Living. The applications and benefits of this house are not only limited too Rural or Energy Deficient countries. This system completely isolates and safeguards its user from Poor service, Power fluctuations ( which can cause damage to appliances), High prices, Blackouts etc. The surplus energy produced by this house is perfect for applications like irrigation in Electricity Deficient countries like India. The Solar and Wind energy was also used for the purpose of Irrigation.It provided a cost effective solution to my housing and electricity needs by consuming renewable resources of energy.The Solar + Wind powered house that I had built was set up in a rural agriculture dependent part of India. The Solar + Wind Powered House The Solar + Wind powered house is a simple and aesthetically good looking design for Houses or homes that wish to run on Renewable Energy. Solar & Wind energy can be easily harnessed with the help of Solar Panels and Windmills. The most viable and easily available Renewable sources of energy are Solar & Wind energy. Solar & Wind Energy One of the simplest solutions of reducing the dependence of Human beings directly on Electricity and Indirectly on Non-Renewable sources of energy is to switch too Renewable resources of Energy. Around 18% of the electricity produced by the world is consumed by the Residential Sector. ![]() But due to its high demand, shortages it increases the cost of producing electricity. Coal is one of the main resources of producing electricity. A majority of the top consuming countries are developing economies like India, Brazil, Taiwan, etc. China, U.S., E.U*, India, Russia are some top consumers of electricity. According to a study conducted by the World FactBook, the world consumes 19,320,360,620 MWh/yr. Most of the electricity we use in our houses are consumed by Air Conditioners, Lighting, Water Heating, etc. Most human beings are dependent on electricity for their daily needs such as Charging their Smart Phones, Powering their houses or even their cars, etc. Electricity is one of the most important need of the 21st Century. ![]() ![]() ![]() Nothing comes in as handy as a document feeder when you’re dealing with a stack of paperwork.The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 is easy to use with a minimal learning curve. Chances are you don’t have hours to waste on setting up and troubleshooting your scanner.It’s not as good for tackling a wide range of document types with ease. The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 is designed for scanning paper documents, such as letters and memos.However, if you need to scan film or access 3D-scanning capabilities, you’ll need to choose from scanners that offer that functionality. You’ll get high-quality images from that. If photos are your priority, stick with a model that has a scanning resolution of 4800 by 4800.Some scanners come with basic editing software that lets you make basic tweaks. If you need to edit your documents after scanning them, you’ll probably want good software for that purpose.One issue with the Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 is that you can only connect wirelessly to one device at a time.Some scanners will let you send items directly to the cloud. You don’t have to save your documents to a device in order to scan, though.The Brother Compact Mobile Document Scanner, on the other hand, is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux and TWAIN/WIA for PC/ICA for Mac/SANE drivers. The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 is compatible with Windows, Mac, Android and iOS, covering the most popular devices. Once you’re online, you’ll also need to be able to connect to the devices in your home or office.The Fujitsu ScanSnap iX500 provides easy installation processes, walking you through the steps to connect it to your Wi-Fi network. Your first experience with your new scanner will be during setup.Make sure you know what you’re getting into when you pull your new scanner out of the box. Others require extra work to get online and add additional computers. Some scanners do a better job of getting you online and connecting your devices. Unless you’ll have a tech guru on hand to set up and troubleshoot issues with your scanner, you’ll also want one that’s easy to install and use. If you have boxes of photos you need to save and send to the cloud, high-quality photo scanning is a must. If you foresee regularly needing to digitize stacks of documents, a scanner with a good feeder should be high on your list. Some are better than others in those areas, though, so it can help to know what your own needs are likely to be before you buy. Most of the scanners on the market today are not only efficient and affordable, but they provide high-quality scans. Shopping for a scanner can be overwhelming, though. At the very least, you’ll be able to scan and save them to a cloud-based storage service, where they can be accessible to you and your loved ones indefinitely. You may even be able to touch up that decades-old photo of your grandmother and make up for some of the fading that happened while it was “safely preserved” in a photo album. If you have printed pictures, you can scan and save them to preserve them indefinitely. Even if you find you rely on it less than ever, you’ll at least occasionally need one, whether it’s at work or at home.ĭigitizing paper documents isn’t the only reason to have a scanner on hand. When you need to turn a document or photo into an electronic file, scanners are the way to go. Still, there are many instances where a piece of paper is the only option. Today, the world seems to get by with far less paper, thanks to technology. ![]() ![]() Multiple Trainers' Vikavolt appeared in A High-Speed Awakening!, where they took part in the Vikavolt race. It was entered in the Vikavolt race, where it went up against Sophocles's Vikavolt and other Trainers' Vikavolt, but lost. Vikavolt debuted in Evolving Research!, when Sophocles's Charjabug evolved into it at Vast Poni Canyon.Ī Shiny Vikavolt appeared in A High-Speed Awakening!, under the ownership of Horacio, having evolved from his Charjabug at Vast Poni Canyon. Shiny Vikavolt in the anime Major appearances Sophocles's Vikavolt As shown in the anime, it likes to drink tree sap. It is known to have a rivalry with Pinsir and Heracross. Even as it weaves through complicated tangles of branches in the forest, it is able to maintain high-speed flight. ![]() It is an adept flier, capable of acrobatic maneuvers such as tailspins and sharp turns. However, during fierce aerial fights, it will release Charjabug to make itself lighter and more mobile. This allows it to continue firing powerful attacks. When it clasps a Charjabug in its legs, it is able to utilize it as an extra battery. Vikavolt produces electricity with an organ in its abdomen and controls it with its huge jaws to fire powerful electric beams. It has four legs the front pair of legs has two claws, while the back pair has only one. On its back is a pair of wide, flat wings that are transparent with blue elytra. The last two sections have a yellow spot on each side. Its body is black and divided into three sections by yellow rings. At the base of each mandible is a large spike and the inside is lined with short spikes. They are blue on the inner surface and yellow on the outer surface. Its small orange face has robotic, yellow eyes and is covered by a blue carapace. ![]() Vikavolt is a beetle-like Pokémon with a large pair of mandibles. 5.6.6 By transfer from another generation.It evolves from Charjabug when leveled up in a special magnetic field S M US UM or when exposed to a Thunder Stone Sw Sh. Vikavolt ( Japanese: クワガノン Kuwagannon) is a dual-type Bug/ Electric Pokémon introduced in Generation VII. Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. ![]() ![]() ![]() The connections and relationships we develop with our friends and families stay with us, we have to treasure them, be more compassionate as individuals and a society, and better learn to say goodbye when the time comes. Spiritfarer works because the entire game is built around creating these connections to the characters, all of which are complex people with tangled stories. Nicki Minaj Just Dropped Some Interesting Merchandise And People Think She s Throwing Shade At Cardi B This womans at the highest point in her career and. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor. The stellar production values and writing balance the games realistic, death-positive message with abundant empathy. Spiritfarer dev apologises for ableist writing pledges to fix storyline. It creates a profoundly fulfilling loop by rewarding character interaction far more than micromanagement. The times we are living through have made the experience of writing music for this project all the more meaningful and I feel like Spiritfarer couldn’t have come at a better moment. Spiritfarer is a wonderful take on the management sim. ![]() It hopes to help us better address and openly discuss the subject of death, a common reality we’re all faced with. Spiritfared Bring all releasable spirits to the Everdoor Help your friends passing away by completing their storyline and then bringing them to the Everdoor. ![]() There are 106 recipes available within Spiritfarer. To keep them satisfied and happy it is necessary to cook their meals and you’ll have to know the ingredients of each recipe. Collectors Edition physical games to vinyl soundtracks, fine art prints and beyond. Similar to those who walk among the living, the spirits of Spiritfarer have the occasional desire for a delicious dinner. It's not only about saying goodbye to characters but reflecting on what they leave after they've gone. box iam8bit creates unique, exclusive and limited merchandise. It’s a positive, colourful and serene adventure about life, grief and compassion, where you guide spirit friends to the afterlife after caring for them in their last moments. ![]() But a whole new world of content and a new story in the Spiritfarer world with fresh gameplay is absolutely something I would be all over.Spiritfarer is a project that’s very close to the heart for me and the talented team at Thunder Lotus Games. T-Shirts Long-Sleeved Shirts Outerwear Bottoms Hats Accessories Games Collector's Editions Physical Games Playing Cards Accessories Collectibles Plushes Figures Home & Office Drinkware Bags Stationery Desk Mats Kitchen Toys & Activities Books Guidebooks Art Books Gaming History Arts & Crafts Comics Music & Video. Spiritfarer (Farewell Edition) by Max LL, released 15 November 2022 1. Obviously, I don't want them to make a sequel just as cash grab and would hope they only make one if they feel they have a good story they can continue. I think everybody assuming that a sequel ruins the original doesn't make any sense. Why not give me those same new experiences with some updated game play, some new characters and places to explore. but luckily some games are picking up the mantle like Spiritfarer, Hoa. While I am all for the new free DLC that is coming out I actually think a whole new game makes more sense then just adding things to the original game because most of us have finished the game and now when they release to spirits I have to go back into a game I have finished and a story I have wrapped to experience it. T-shirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more, designed and sold by independent artists around the world. A sequel would absolutely make sense because you could just continue to make those little stories with new spirits but could also refresh the game play with a new boat, new boat buildings, a brand new map with new locations, some new abilities and powers, new events, and a new Spiritfarer to grow attached to with a new story. High quality Stella The Spiritfarer-inspired gifts and merchandise. 12MARSpiritfarer dev apologises for ableist writing pledges to fix. The Playdigious team is incredibly proud to add another prize to the collection. The story in this game is basically a bunch of little stories (the story for each spirit) wrapped up together with a very loosely defined frame story. up burning their merch and removing tattoos Georgia Mooney Trends UK Who wants. The cozy adventure game Spiritfarer by Thunder Lotus, released on mobile by Playdigious, has won the award for the best international mobile game at the 2023 Pgases Spiritfarer is the fourth award for Playdigious in the last three years. ![]() ![]() ![]() Right click the mouse to terminate the route. You can force the route to follow a particular path by clicking on intermediary via points to your final destination. Terminate the route with a right-click of the mouse. The shortest distance route will be calculated automatically. Move the cursor to drag the “rubber band” to the destination and left-click again. Move the cursor to your start position and left-click the mouse. ![]() The cursor will change to the Route tool pencil. The second method is the Route Tool and is my preferred method for "rough" planning because it is quick and easy. Click the Exit button at the very bottom of the panel or add additional days or points of interest along the planned route. Your route will be automatically calculated using the Shortest Distance (based on your routing preferences). After you have set the start and destination, click Start Trip. This can make it easier for you to enter your trip start and destination locations. For example, if you type ‘B’, the tool will pull up all locations in the area starting with the letter ‘B’. The tool will automatically search the city and POI database when you start typing in the Start or Destination box. Click Continue and enter the Starting Location and the Destination. Make sure to uncheck the Round Trip attribute if your trip is one way. From the main menu click Trip Planner -> New Trip. The Trip Planner will search cities and our trail accessible points of interest but it does so based on the area of the map that is displayed, so it is important to have the GPS Trailmasters trail map zoomed out just beyond the total trip area. The Trip Planner tool is geared towards a very regimented multi-day trip but can be used nonetheless to plan your afternoon ATV or snowmobile trip as well. There are actually three different ways to create a route for your trip. Make sure your new list is selected before creating a new route.Īs Garmin continues to update the BaseCamp software, the way routes are created is being improved. To create a new list for your routes, click File -> New -> List. In the upper portion of the Library and Devices area is where you will find lists under My Collection. Next you will need to create a place within BaseCamp to store the routes. From the Maps menu, select either the GPS Trailmasters ATV map or the GPS Trailmasters Snowmobile map. You will need to select the map that provides the ATV or snowmobile trails. Now that you have your activity profiles setup you can begin your trip planning. What's important is the actual settings on the Routing tab, not the activity name. You do not need to create/use special ATV and Snowmobiling activities, it's simply a way to organize your activity profiles. Routing preferences for the GPS must be set on the GPS itself, however a route created in BaseCamp and transfered to your GPS will not be recalculated based on GPS settings, it will remain as calculated in BaseCamp. NOTE: Setting routing preferences in BaseCamp does not effect the Routing preferences on your GPS. The Speed Customization section does not apply to your GPS trail maps. ![]() These routing settings should be replicated on your actual GPS as well. The Route Preference attribute should always be set to “ Shorter Distance” and NO Avoidances should be checked off. Now you can set routing preferences for both your ATV or Snowmobile activity by selecting the Routing tab. If you have your own snowmobile image you can download it for your new activity type. ![]() To add a new activity, click the green + box next to the activity pulldown. You will notice in the pulldown that BaseCamp provides a default ATV activity but not one for snowmobiling. Before planning your first trip you should setup an activity and then set the routing preferences. Calculating distance between food and gas is a breeze. Plan a quick loop or a multi-day expedition. Planning a trip with BaseCamp is quick and easy. With BaseCamp, you can manage your waypoints and tracks on your computer for future trip planning. BaseCamp lets you plan snowmobile and ATV trips then replay your rides, display geotagged photos and share it all with your friends. We use Garmin BaseCamp to transfer our snowmobile and ATV trail maps, routes and waypoints to your GPS device. Garmin BaseCamp is a free mapping program available as a download from the Garmin website. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() What I’m finding here is a balance between clean noise reduction and where it begins to show some blocky artifacts from overclocking the AI. Even with the Remove Noise slider all the way up, DeNoise AI is smart enough to distinguish noise and the dots that are stars. Under this is the Settings panel where noise reduction and sharpness can be further refined. In this case, I picked Low Light as it seemed to work well with dealing with the noise and at the same time bringing out faint star details. This can either be automatically chosen based on the file’s metadata or picked manually. The first step is to choose the AI Model that appears to work best for the particular photo. The sidebar inside DeNoise AI has everything laid out in simple terms and honestly does a great job at hiding how powerful this program really is once you start tweaking the settings. From experience, however, it’s certainly still within the capabilities of DeNoise AI to cleanly recover. This photo was taken at ISO 6,400 with the Sony Alpha 7R III which resulted in a good amount of noise that’s especially visible in the darkest areas. From Photoshop, all I do is go to Filter > Topaz Labs > Topaz DeNoise AI. The bottom line is that I’ve trusted this bundle for years to provide me with the best finished images that solely relying on Capture One, Lightroom, or Photoshop can’t. Previously, I shared how I use these programs to enhance my bird photography as well as my wildlife photography. ![]() Topaz Labs sponsored this Showcase so that I could show you how I use the Image Quality bundle to improve my astrophotography. Additionally, Video Enhance AI is available for $99.99, a 67% savings from the regular price of $299.99. If bundles aren’t for you, you can still get 25% off individual licenses of DeNoise AI, Sharpen AI, and Gigapixel AI. If you’re into video work, you can get their “Everything Bundle,” which includes these three photo apps and Video Enhance AI for just $199.98 (normally $559.96). But through the end of today, November 29, the company has a big Cyber Monday discount on the software: the Image Quality bundle can be picked up for $99.99, which is a 60% savings off its regular retail price. Topaz Labs’ most popular Image Quality Bundle that includes Sharpen AI, DeNoise AI, and Gigapixel AI normally costs $259.97. ![]() |
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