I wanted to learn how to play the accordion about 10 years ago, but then someone told me that they’re heavy and hard on your back. I definitely had a little feeling of want when I saw this… but I really shouldn’t 
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I love my dehydrator and I’m sad for you that you don’t get one yet
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I want this online watercolor course. But of course I want the fancy pack where she sends you supplies.
I have no idea if this is a good price or insane. I mean, it might be better to learn to watercolor from skillshare.
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Soon, just got a house to sell first.
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Oh accordions can be super hefty and can mess up your back if you wear them too low (like a low guitar or base) but they also come in a variety of sizes… but also expensive to get into so I do not blame you
Edit because I can't stop talking about accordions
If you’re looking for a lighter accordion, you’ll probably want to look at button press accordions as they tend to be a little smaller than the full piano sides. However, button accordions would be a little more geared to eastern european/irish music rather than traditional western (Polka, Zydeco, etc) and might be little harder to find a tutor for in the states.
Also, you could get a piano accordion with a smaller range, which would cut down on the size and heavy wood.
Or you can sit and rest the accordion on your knee. That is also a way to reduce likelihood of backpain with an accordion.
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Haha, I’m definitely not picking up another instrument. I’ve got a very expensive piano and also a banjo! 
Did you decide whether to get the concertina?
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All this instrument talk got me thinking about harps (again…). I’m desiring this harp, in sapele:
I mean, it’s good to support small businesses, right? 
Don’t worry, I’m not buying this anytime soon, but…it’s so prettyyyyyyyy. And they’re really well-made - I used to have a 40 year old 36-string harp from this maker, and it was fantastic.
(@Meowmalade, sure you don’t want to pick up another expensive instrument?? 
)
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The instrument talk has me sharing this: my daughter is currently evaluating which $2-3K full-size violin we will be buying. We have 3 violins and 2 bows on trial from the luthier (weirdly enough the best source of violins in my metro area is only 5 mins away). Her teacher comes over tomorrow (first time seeing her in person since covid began) to help us finalize on one.
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Oooooh, I might have found my dad’s Christmas gift. He is so entertained by the squirrels getting into his bird feeder.
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Not weird, just lucky!
I hope you find a wonderful instrument for your daughter!
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I didn’t know that Dusty Strings makes instruments! I do know that they sell instruments, like banjos…
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I read climate control as “air conditioning” but I assume she means “stabilize global climate change”?
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A good quality, actually warm jumper that comes in tall sizes.
The only jumpers that seem to be available are all either super thin or acrylic.
Seriously considering either taking on a wildly ambitious knitting project, or paying someone on Etsy to make one in a custom size…
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Alternative take- Jasmyne is running a bit of a con here. List three things that can’t actually be given as presents forcing their parents hand and getting the ambitious but easy fourth item.
Another take- this is fake. Everything is fake and just made up for fake internet points. Even this comment might not be real and just made for love hearts (ie fake internet points).
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Share Your WIP thread can totally help you find easy patterns if that would help.
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Your skepticism is deep and persuasive.
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I’m first going to get my hands on an old family toy accordion to see if I actually have the space and soundproofing to practice. It’s in the mail, so it might take a little while.
I’ve got a whole pros/cons sheet going
PROS AND CONS
PROS:
- I will have a cool concertina
- My shanty/pirate loving friend group will lose their goddamn minds
- I can learn shanties during the pandemic and practice them to play them with friends later
- I could play musette at large bodies of water
- Everyone I’ve told about this has had the oh, of course this is something you would do reaction, so this is very on brand for me
- Technically, it would be “traditional” for me to get a real accordion and play polkas, but this is pretty close! Would make the Kolache-eating side of my family proud
CONS:
- I could get frustrated playing it and abandon it after a couple weeks
- Musician friend recommends joining a group or lessons or something regular to keep me going.
- Space to practice is… possible, but I do have to be pretty mindful of the people I share a house with
- New-ish beginner instruments are pretty expensive, and there’s not really a good way to vet a used instrument right now
- It could rust if not played often
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Sounds like you’ve really thought this out!
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This is a great, easy first sweater in worsted weight yarn, so it isn’t too huge of a project
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