J.P. Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 Aimee Just a thought. We are from diverse countries and speaking English more or less fluently. Last year I was at a fair in France and had an idea of patch showing the languages you speak (I don't speak a word in French) as country flags. I've got some very positive feedback. This time I printed stickers that can be attached to clothing - country flags and a note that my English is a bit rusty - so I don't have (I hope so) to remain people to speak... carefully. There is nothing more pathetic than two countrymen trying to comunicate in a foreign language they hardly speak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.P. Posted April 16, 2015 Share Posted April 16, 2015 (edited) Another cosplay idea: Body in a body bag. I think my brain tries to lead me astray. Away from "what have I done" feeling. Just discovered that the dust jacket of Sherlock Chronicles is bigger than A4. This would be the only thing I'd have for signing. Have to rethink the protective sheath I knocked together. I'm definitely not taking the whole book with me. Edited April 16, 2015 by J.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhw Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 ONE WEEK UNTIL SHERLOCKED!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MildGrooveOn Posted April 17, 2015 Author Share Posted April 17, 2015 ....I changed my money over yesterday. The notes don't fit in my wallet. But I'm 70% packed. Nothing printed to be signed yet. And 120% this: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.P. Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 Yep, the notes are huge. But wait until you have to deal with coins. Thanks for the gifs BTW. I sneaked them right away for further use. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 Yep, the notes are huge. But wait until you have to deal with coins. Thanks for the gifs BTW. I sneaked them right away for further use. No offense to any Americans (as I don't know how they cope with their coins and notes) at least our money is distinct and easily identifiable. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MildGrooveOn Posted April 17, 2015 Author Share Posted April 17, 2015 Yep, the notes are huge. But wait until you have to deal with coins. Thanks for the gifs BTW. I sneaked them right away for further use. No offense to any Americans (as I don't know how they cope with their coins and notes) at least our money is distinct and easily identifiable. OH SNAP And agreed. I hate that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.P. Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 No offense to any Americans (as I don't know how they cope with their coins and notes) at least our money is distinct and easily identifiable. I suspect that's the reason Americans invented the credit card. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhw Posted April 17, 2015 Share Posted April 17, 2015 American money is also visually boring. I love how the images on the back of British coins come together to make a shield and I love that they have a 1 pound coin (dollar bills get worn out so fast it's ridiculous.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MildGrooveOn Posted April 17, 2015 Author Share Posted April 17, 2015 Some goldies are coming up with #TeamGold hashtags for lulz: #TeamgolddevisionD #GDteamRepresent Winner: #TheGoldenD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilfairie Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 This time next week I'll have met Ben twice and have my three meetings with the Silver Fox to look forward to. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlue Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 I haven't done any actual packing etc. so far, but I have been to the gym a bit more regularly recently to get into better shape and not collapse from exhaustion on Saturday already. Also I don't have any Sherlock themed shirts or things to wear other than the button I had made for the annual Sherlock christmas card exchange that I organise, but I'll definetely wear that all weekend. And I've just started putting together a notebook for the whole trip where I note all my schedules (for trains, the convention schedule), any important info I need for the 5 days I spend in London as well as some room with some printed pictures for autographs. I just hope I don't loose it because when the thing is finished they way I intend it to be, I'll be screwed without it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ascendant.angel Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 . By the way for anyone staying in an ibis hotel they don't keep hair dryers in rooms there are a limited number at each hotel at reception but it's first come first served so pack acordingly if this is an issue for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilfairie Posted April 18, 2015 Share Posted April 18, 2015 (edited) . By the way for anyone staying in an ibis hotel they don't keep hair dryers in rooms there are a limited number at each hotel at reception but it's first come first served so pack acordingly if this is an issue for you. I'm in the Ibis Excel Styles and they have hair dryers in the rooms but it's a 3* as opposed to the 2* Ibis Excel so maybe that is why. Edited April 18, 2015 by evilfairie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 For everyone who will be starting to travel in the next few days, stay safe and I hope your flights ect are smooth and on time. If you are flying keep an eye out for any lemons and if driving, look for yellow cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovejim Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 I have finally got my suitcase out, it looks so small but costume first then worry about normal clothes he he I hate packing as I always feel I have forgotten something so have to check several times before heading out the door... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhw Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 I'm *almost* packed now. Just a few things left there. Which is good as I fly the day after tomorrow! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tes123 Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 just wondered if there will be a 'left luggage / cloakroom' area. Just thinking of having to carry round far too much overnight 'stuff' and hope there will be somewhere it can be left during the day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.P. Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Actually I should pack too, as I have planned. Still don't know what to pac as a protection sheath for the poster. 60x90cm could be a standard size... or not. It's funny nobody seem to know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrehistoricCat Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 All this talk of packing and flying makes me realise just how close this is now!!! 4 days at work to get through then woohoo!! I think those are going to be 4 of the longest days I've ever had LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raylenth Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Actually I should pack too, as I have planned. Still don't know what to pac as a protection sheath for the poster. 60x90cm could be a standard size... or not. It's funny nobody seem to know that. I've no idea but at a guess doubt it will be bigger than A3 - which is 30 cam x 42 cm. That is a complete guess though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlue Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 (edited) Good question regarding posters. I think I have a mailing tube (I think they're called poster carrier in the US - you now, these long cardboard or plastic tubes) somwhere around which I'll bring to get the poster I'll have in my package safely home. They can be mailed too, if you can't get them in your luggage. That way you don't have to worry about having to fold the poster or get any creases in it. Edited April 19, 2015 by BigBlue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.P. Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 Yepp. I have a cardboard tube that's even sturdier - it was a core of a big printer paper roll, so even an elephant can step on it. But it's useless if the poster sticks out. Can have a tube that's 36 inches long, but it won't fit into my bag! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBlue Posted April 19, 2015 Share Posted April 19, 2015 @J.P.: You could have it sent back home by mail. There is a tool to calculate how much it costs on the royal mail website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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