Thursday, May 20, 2010

Still here...

Hello everyone, I'm still here, still have some stuff to post--I've just been taking a break.

I thought I'd mention some new pipe cleaners I got today. I buy pipe cleaners from Wal-Mart a lot because it's convenient, but the cleaners they sold (called "chenille stems") were made for arts & crafts and not for pipe cleaning, and they weren't the best. Like I said, I only bought them because it was so convenient and they are cheap. The fluff tending to come off the ends sometimes and get into the pipe, so you had to watch for that. However, today I bought some that are a different brand. These are called "Fuzzy Sticks." They are much better pipe cleaners. The fluff doesn't come off and it's much denser than the old ones. I don't know if this is a permanent change or if it's just something they found cheaper than the old ones. Anyway, I thought I'd throw this info out there in case someone finds it useful.

The Fuzzy Sticks also come in a plastic bag with a ziplock on one end, to keep them fresh or something, I guess. Anyway, I'll be back with the usual stuff eventually.

2 comments:

  1. Greetings! I hope life is going well, and that it is a confluence of fun and wonderful events that has kept you from posting. I just wanted to drop a line to let you know that I miss reading your posts very much and greatly anticipate your return. No pressure, just an encouragement! Thanks for all of your wonderful, fun pipe and vampire related info!
    brad

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  2. I tried using those arts&crafts cleaners, but I noticed that they were not doing a good job cleaning, and my pipes turned sour. I really enjoy Briar Files. I have been away for a while myself. Keep up the good work.

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