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An old Japanese show about various repair specialists. Each episode is short and takes you through the restoration of a beloved old object: a photograph, a stuffed penguin, a chair, a radish grater, a dictionary, etc. There are no English subtitles but you don’t really need them, the process speaks for itself. Aside from being visually and aurally soothing, it warms my heart to see people who care enough about everyday items to fix instead of replace them, and to see the specialists take such great care with these objects of affection. It gives me mild existential angst thinking about how many wondrous things get tossed when they break, but the show inspires me to take better care of the objects in my life and learn how to fix them. 10/10
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Came across this video by Crossing Crafts on YT of them recreating the dye shop from breath of the wild, and I don’t know why but I’ve been.. obsessed..?? The attention to detail, the calming nature of crafts, but also the insanity that comes from such a demanding activity?? Been watching it every day for the past week for some reason lol.
Apr 17, 2024
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I leave you with their most recent videos:
Old Things Never Die-Antique Victorian Tape Dispenser Restoration - Made in USA
ReXtorer-RARE Old Hunting Knife Restoration.
Dec 23, 2024
I’m not sure why but I love videos of like the inside of carwashes and the inside of dishwashers.They‘re just really mellowing and nice. There’s playlists of them on YouTube and I’ll just put them on my TV while I do stuff , and sometimes I get sucked in. It’s really nice makes you feel peaceful and clean and stuff.
Dec 1, 2024
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I understand that there’s a certain appeal going into experiences totally blind, discovering plots and details in real time. But I also think the concept of “spoilers” trains us to believe the magic of certain art forms is in the grand reveal. Believing something is spoiled/rotten/devalued once the “secret” is out feels like a symptom of living in a world where everything is seen as disposable. Instead of being disappointed by premature reveals, try letting it spark even more intrigue, curiosity, and attention to detail 💕
Feb 2, 2024