In a previous post, I talked about how free-to-play games like Playrix’s Homescapes can be seen as a microcosm of society at large. As I keep playing, I notice how these games divide players into the Haves and Have-nots, not just in terms of money, but also effort, time, and stress. Money Buys Time in…
Have you ever played free-to-play games, like Homescapes by Playrix? I enjoy them sometimes, particularly when I’m stuck waiting for something and just have my phone. A thought struck me recently: these free-to-play games are an interesting little microcosm of (American) society, an exaggerated illustration of the differences in daily life between the Haves and…
I definitely caused some confusion when I asked someone what his favorite fabric is. Although I am a fiber crafter, I had opinions on this before I ever began the hobby. Some of it may be because I have sensory issues that have me preferring soft, natural fabrics. There’s also the matter of many natural…
