Dina of DC
@icobbleclogs.bsky.social
Non-binary clog cobbler based in DC. I'm working in extended sizes - because it's not the size of your foot that's a problem; it's the size of your shoes.
It's so cold, I almost enjoy ironing!
Brrr. 🥶
Brrr. 🥶
November 12, 2025 at 1:59 PM
It's so cold, I almost enjoy ironing!
Brrr. 🥶
Brrr. 🥶
A joke for Washingtonians (shameless stolen from the Style Invitational):
How long does it take to drive from Georgia to Connecticut?
5 minutes to an hour - depending on traffic.
😁
How long does it take to drive from Georgia to Connecticut?
5 minutes to an hour - depending on traffic.
😁
November 12, 2025 at 12:29 PM
A joke for Washingtonians (shameless stolen from the Style Invitational):
How long does it take to drive from Georgia to Connecticut?
5 minutes to an hour - depending on traffic.
😁
How long does it take to drive from Georgia to Connecticut?
5 minutes to an hour - depending on traffic.
😁
I heard ya @sluggodoug.bsky.social, nothing spoils the spooky feelings more than Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer!
How about Why can't every day be Halloween as an antidote?
How about Why can't every day be Halloween as an antidote?
November 10, 2025 at 2:38 PM
I heard ya @sluggodoug.bsky.social, nothing spoils the spooky feelings more than Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer!
How about Why can't every day be Halloween as an antidote?
How about Why can't every day be Halloween as an antidote?
Don't get me wrong - I appreciate the fact that SNAP benefits and Air Traffic Controllers are being paid.
I am concerned that one political party is perfectly fine with holding the American people for ransom. And that the other political party is fine with holding the American people for ransom.
I am concerned that one political party is perfectly fine with holding the American people for ransom. And that the other political party is fine with holding the American people for ransom.
November 10, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Don't get me wrong - I appreciate the fact that SNAP benefits and Air Traffic Controllers are being paid.
I am concerned that one political party is perfectly fine with holding the American people for ransom. And that the other political party is fine with holding the American people for ransom.
I am concerned that one political party is perfectly fine with holding the American people for ransom. And that the other political party is fine with holding the American people for ransom.
It is such a good feeling to start on a project, and find:
A nearly full 500 meter spool of thread in the color you want. And a half wound bobbin in the exact same color.
A nearly full 500 meter spool of thread in the color you want. And a half wound bobbin in the exact same color.
November 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM
It is such a good feeling to start on a project, and find:
A nearly full 500 meter spool of thread in the color you want. And a half wound bobbin in the exact same color.
A nearly full 500 meter spool of thread in the color you want. And a half wound bobbin in the exact same color.
I'm bummed. Spamalot is coming to DC! I love that show!
But, it's coming to the Trump^wKennedy Center for the Performing Arts, so while the tickets are available and probably cheaper than usual - we won't be going.
I'm not quite sure how this fits their Anti-Woke agenda though.
But, it's coming to the Trump^wKennedy Center for the Performing Arts, so while the tickets are available and probably cheaper than usual - we won't be going.
I'm not quite sure how this fits their Anti-Woke agenda though.
November 7, 2025 at 8:54 PM
I'm bummed. Spamalot is coming to DC! I love that show!
But, it's coming to the Trump^wKennedy Center for the Performing Arts, so while the tickets are available and probably cheaper than usual - we won't be going.
I'm not quite sure how this fits their Anti-Woke agenda though.
But, it's coming to the Trump^wKennedy Center for the Performing Arts, so while the tickets are available and probably cheaper than usual - we won't be going.
I'm not quite sure how this fits their Anti-Woke agenda though.
Feels like a parade around here! 🎊
Just finished taping and cutting #MoodJoplinPattern. Now to find 5 yards of denim like fabric to make a mockup.
Just finished taping and cutting #MoodJoplinPattern. Now to find 5 yards of denim like fabric to make a mockup.
November 7, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Feels like a parade around here! 🎊
Just finished taping and cutting #MoodJoplinPattern. Now to find 5 yards of denim like fabric to make a mockup.
Just finished taping and cutting #MoodJoplinPattern. Now to find 5 yards of denim like fabric to make a mockup.
She who should not be named (starts with Alex and ends in Ah) has just got a lot more annoying.
When i ask for the time, she gives the time and then tries to tell a joke.
If you work in the largest river by volume, can you fix it please?
When i ask for the time, she gives the time and then tries to tell a joke.
If you work in the largest river by volume, can you fix it please?
November 6, 2025 at 10:12 PM
She who should not be named (starts with Alex and ends in Ah) has just got a lot more annoying.
When i ask for the time, she gives the time and then tries to tell a joke.
If you work in the largest river by volume, can you fix it please?
When i ask for the time, she gives the time and then tries to tell a joke.
If you work in the largest river by volume, can you fix it please?
Reminder folks, hiking and biking is cool!
Im just checking out some of the new Metropolitan Branch Trail being built by DC.
It's cool cause you can see trains!
Im just checking out some of the new Metropolitan Branch Trail being built by DC.
It's cool cause you can see trains!
November 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Reminder folks, hiking and biking is cool!
Im just checking out some of the new Metropolitan Branch Trail being built by DC.
It's cool cause you can see trains!
Im just checking out some of the new Metropolitan Branch Trail being built by DC.
It's cool cause you can see trains!
We've made species extinct before people!
We can meet this challenge!
We can meet this challenge!
‼️👀Be on the LOOKOUT👀‼️
MCDOT encourages residents to learn how to safely identify and dispose of spotted #lanternfly🪰egg masses by watching this video📽️. Remember to crush👏 the eggs once they're in the bag before disposing. @mygreenmc.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @mymcmedia.bsky.social
MCDOT encourages residents to learn how to safely identify and dispose of spotted #lanternfly🪰egg masses by watching this video📽️. Remember to crush👏 the eggs once they're in the bag before disposing. @mygreenmc.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @mymcmedia.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 1:32 PM
We've made species extinct before people!
We can meet this challenge!
We can meet this challenge!
Tonight, I'm communing with the vampires under a full moon.
Thanks to @tastinghistory.bsky.social for Vlad the Impaler's Sour Cherry Sauce.
5 virgins out of 5!
Thanks to @tastinghistory.bsky.social for Vlad the Impaler's Sour Cherry Sauce.
5 virgins out of 5!
November 6, 2025 at 12:38 AM
Tonight, I'm communing with the vampires under a full moon.
Thanks to @tastinghistory.bsky.social for Vlad the Impaler's Sour Cherry Sauce.
5 virgins out of 5!
Thanks to @tastinghistory.bsky.social for Vlad the Impaler's Sour Cherry Sauce.
5 virgins out of 5!
I don't live anywhere near there - but it sounds like a great idea!
Orange County CA: Boycott big business this holiday season!
REALLY REALLY FREE HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, November 9th, Noon-4pm
Irvine City Hall Lawn
Give what you have, take what you need.
(1/2)
REALLY REALLY FREE HOLIDAY MARKET
Sunday, November 9th, Noon-4pm
Irvine City Hall Lawn
Give what you have, take what you need.
(1/2)
November 4, 2025 at 1:07 PM
I don't live anywhere near there - but it sounds like a great idea!
I am begrudgingly accepting Xmas displays in shops. Halloween is over after all.
However the Easter display at my nail salon is *COMPLETELY* inappropriate!
However the Easter display at my nail salon is *COMPLETELY* inappropriate!
November 2, 2025 at 11:41 PM
I am begrudgingly accepting Xmas displays in shops. Halloween is over after all.
However the Easter display at my nail salon is *COMPLETELY* inappropriate!
However the Easter display at my nail salon is *COMPLETELY* inappropriate!
#EyeOnTheBallDC for November 2025.
Meatball panini from Pupatella - I won't be throwing this sandwich, no matter how evil the target.
Meatballs were good, not very sloppy. A solid entrance. The first sandwich - so it gets last place.
🍝🍝🍝🍝
Meatball panini from Pupatella - I won't be throwing this sandwich, no matter how evil the target.
Meatballs were good, not very sloppy. A solid entrance. The first sandwich - so it gets last place.
🍝🍝🍝🍝
November 2, 2025 at 8:23 PM
#EyeOnTheBallDC for November 2025.
Meatball panini from Pupatella - I won't be throwing this sandwich, no matter how evil the target.
Meatballs were good, not very sloppy. A solid entrance. The first sandwich - so it gets last place.
🍝🍝🍝🍝
Meatball panini from Pupatella - I won't be throwing this sandwich, no matter how evil the target.
Meatballs were good, not very sloppy. A solid entrance. The first sandwich - so it gets last place.
🍝🍝🍝🍝
Hmm. I've been using the InstantPot lately, and I don't think it lives up to its name.
Maybe they should call it the 30 minute pot?
Maybe they should call it the 30 minute pot?
November 1, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Hmm. I've been using the InstantPot lately, and I don't think it lives up to its name.
Maybe they should call it the 30 minute pot?
Maybe they should call it the 30 minute pot?
Mmmm. Meatball sub in hamburger style... youtu.be/fypEVSous_g?...
This year, I've resolved to find the best meatball sandwich in DC. (I did the same 26 years ago - only to find it in Chicago.)
Join me for #EyeOnTheBallDC - and let's find sandwiches too good to throw at ICE.
This year, I've resolved to find the best meatball sandwich in DC. (I did the same 26 years ago - only to find it in Chicago.)
Join me for #EyeOnTheBallDC - and let's find sandwiches too good to throw at ICE.
My Ultimate Meatball Smashwich | With Babish
YouTube video by Binging with Babish
youtu.be
November 1, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Mmmm. Meatball sub in hamburger style... youtu.be/fypEVSous_g?...
This year, I've resolved to find the best meatball sandwich in DC. (I did the same 26 years ago - only to find it in Chicago.)
Join me for #EyeOnTheBallDC - and let's find sandwiches too good to throw at ICE.
This year, I've resolved to find the best meatball sandwich in DC. (I did the same 26 years ago - only to find it in Chicago.)
Join me for #EyeOnTheBallDC - and let's find sandwiches too good to throw at ICE.
Ok folks. Spooky season is gone, and Spendy season is here.
Americans, one of the biggest levers you have for change is where you spend your money. Ask yourself if the convenience of Amazon is worth 50 cents, when the rest goes to Bezos?
Stop giving money to the rich. Shop small and local!
Americans, one of the biggest levers you have for change is where you spend your money. Ask yourself if the convenience of Amazon is worth 50 cents, when the rest goes to Bezos?
Stop giving money to the rich. Shop small and local!
November 1, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Ok folks. Spooky season is gone, and Spendy season is here.
Americans, one of the biggest levers you have for change is where you spend your money. Ask yourself if the convenience of Amazon is worth 50 cents, when the rest goes to Bezos?
Stop giving money to the rich. Shop small and local!
Americans, one of the biggest levers you have for change is where you spend your money. Ask yourself if the convenience of Amazon is worth 50 cents, when the rest goes to Bezos?
Stop giving money to the rich. Shop small and local!
Many thanks to Amy of Denmark in Wheaton, MD.
New me, new hair, same goofy smile.
Shop local everyone!
New me, new hair, same goofy smile.
Shop local everyone!
October 31, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Many thanks to Amy of Denmark in Wheaton, MD.
New me, new hair, same goofy smile.
Shop local everyone!
New me, new hair, same goofy smile.
Shop local everyone!
Who's disappointed that Stephen Colbert used a Squirrelert to talk about escaped monkeys, and not the classic:
Monkey on the Lamb?
Monkey on the Lamb?
October 30, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Who's disappointed that Stephen Colbert used a Squirrelert to talk about escaped monkeys, and not the classic:
Monkey on the Lamb?
Monkey on the Lamb?
Ok. Sam, Toby & Michelle had a longer Kassel run...
Also, why isn't rat-mode nothing but taking a bus to a town w/o a train station, then renting bicycles to cross a wide distance of nothing?
Also, why isn't rat-mode nothing but taking a bus to a town w/o a train station, then renting bicycles to cross a wide distance of nothing?
Watching @jetlagthegame.bsky.social with Ben doing the *SLOWEST* Kassel run ever!
Go Sam! I haven't lost faith in you yet!
Go Sam! I haven't lost faith in you yet!
October 29, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Ok. Sam, Toby & Michelle had a longer Kassel run...
Also, why isn't rat-mode nothing but taking a bus to a town w/o a train station, then renting bicycles to cross a wide distance of nothing?
Also, why isn't rat-mode nothing but taking a bus to a town w/o a train station, then renting bicycles to cross a wide distance of nothing?
Watching @jetlagthegame.bsky.social with Ben doing the *SLOWEST* Kassel run ever!
Go Sam! I haven't lost faith in you yet!
Go Sam! I haven't lost faith in you yet!
October 29, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Watching @jetlagthegame.bsky.social with Ben doing the *SLOWEST* Kassel run ever!
Go Sam! I haven't lost faith in you yet!
Go Sam! I haven't lost faith in you yet!
Reposted by Dina of DC
Python Software Foundation withdraws bid for $1.5m grant from US gov, because the terms require they do not "operate any programs that advance or promote DEI", and "it would be a betrayal of our mission and our community." Applause. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
The PSF has withdrawn a $1.5 million proposal to US government grant program
pyfound.blogspot.com
October 27, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Python Software Foundation withdraws bid for $1.5m grant from US gov, because the terms require they do not "operate any programs that advance or promote DEI", and "it would be a betrayal of our mission and our community." Applause. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
Yay! All my sewing is done for tomorrow! Now I can go outside and enjoy the weather.
Boo! My main distraction from the existential dread in the US is gone. Time to get angry again.
Boo! My main distraction from the existential dread in the US is gone. Time to get angry again.
October 27, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Yay! All my sewing is done for tomorrow! Now I can go outside and enjoy the weather.
Boo! My main distraction from the existential dread in the US is gone. Time to get angry again.
Boo! My main distraction from the existential dread in the US is gone. Time to get angry again.
I'm putting the finishing touches on my costume for this year...
... which means I have to do the work wearing a girdle and somewhat ridiculous heels. They're great for sashey - not so great for sewing.
... which means I have to do the work wearing a girdle and somewhat ridiculous heels. They're great for sashey - not so great for sewing.
October 26, 2025 at 6:06 PM
I'm putting the finishing touches on my costume for this year...
... which means I have to do the work wearing a girdle and somewhat ridiculous heels. They're great for sashey - not so great for sewing.
... which means I have to do the work wearing a girdle and somewhat ridiculous heels. They're great for sashey - not so great for sewing.
I realize that some of you think that The Streak, Convoy, and Playground of My Mind are the pinnacle of American music.
But can we please get a 70s station that doesn't play novelty songs? I heard Playground in My Mind earlier today, and it's not leaving my brain.
But can we please get a 70s station that doesn't play novelty songs? I heard Playground in My Mind earlier today, and it's not leaving my brain.
October 26, 2025 at 1:05 AM
I realize that some of you think that The Streak, Convoy, and Playground of My Mind are the pinnacle of American music.
But can we please get a 70s station that doesn't play novelty songs? I heard Playground in My Mind earlier today, and it's not leaving my brain.
But can we please get a 70s station that doesn't play novelty songs? I heard Playground in My Mind earlier today, and it's not leaving my brain.