Have a wonderful time here in the US! Yes, patches are (still) a thing here. Not quite as big/ubiquitous as in previous times but still available all over
I manage to find some at Universal, the warner bros tour and the last bookstore while in LA, and am typing this while waiting for the plane to take off for Arizona, so it’s really working out!
@@DanaAndersen Cool! I was born in CA and lived in AZ for many years. Whereabouts (generally) will you be in AZ? There is so much to see there and such wildly varied environs. Springtime is definitely a great time to be there, especially in "the (desert) valley" because the desert just pops with color as everything starts to bloom! Very beautiful! Safe travels and big fun!
your backpack turned out great! 😊💙 it is always nice seeing people's custom/decorated clothing/accesories, it tells a lot about them and it's always fun and easier to approach people when hearing about their interests and favorite things! ⭐ wishing you a safe and enjoyable trip! 🫡
There was this cheap fake leather stuff on my instant camera and it was annoying me so I ripped it all off and stick some sticker paper over the sections I removed and started doodling patterns and colouring in xD and of course I finished it off with googley eyes because, GOOGLEY EYES XD, is fun to customise stuff, makes it yours :3
omg I also hate the branding on everything but I'm always scared to remove it, because it's often _really_ in there. The backpack I use for daily stuff has it's branding like heat-set and pinned into the fake leather and after some inspection I am *not* touching that.
I’m a guy and have lots of bling on my backpack too. It always feels so weird that I stand out so much but you’re right - the plain black backpack I would have without embellishment is just boring, mix-up-able, unoriginal and yeah “disgusting” felt like it worked there. Dramatic but it covers it lmao
Cool! I have a travel bag that I put patches on. I use Velcro. You can buy Velcro strips that stick on to the back of patches. My bag has a large Velcro field. I stick the patches on. I can change them to match my destination. It is fun. Have a good trip!
Thank you! I also don’t think anyone is ever too old to do something they want to! I promise you I’ll be doing stuff like this for as long as I’m able to 😂
My favourite back pack is an American brand Jeep. I love their Nebraska back pack. I have bought the same one over decades. I have about half a dozen. Some are worn out. Others hang next to each other in the cupboard. I live them because of the colour and pocket combination. One on each side. I want another one but can’t find them anywhere. I wonder if they have stopped making them. It is the only pack pack I want. I have searched every where in shops and online for them I want one. Them, only them. No other back pack ever. They are the best. The only one. Same brand same type. I don’t know if this is Autism or practicality as the good side pockets are needed and other brands don’t have them. Zips all over. My heart wants the Nebraska Jeep Back Pack. Specs, pen and notebook in one space: iPad in another, brolly in another with shopping bags, earphones in another place, noise cancelling earbuds in another, meds somewhere else, night light for walking in the woods in another bit, same place as the lanyard, biscuits in the usual place, wallet in a secret place. I will search all over the world for them.
This is so funny lol, like my favorite backpack rn is all black and I love it. Every part of it is black so there's no logos or handles that are a random color and it's great haha. I have a black umbrella that I keep with it. Having things all neutral really calms me down and feels comforting for me. I tend to get overstimulated by lots of color etc. It's cool that everyone has different things that feel good for them :) I appreciate your videos!
Im currently 6 days in and on the plane to go from LA to phoenix, so far it’s been a mix of buying new stuff and having some incredible hosts to stay with!
@@DanaAndersen I'm glad you are safe and well. I'm sure you will enjoying shopping for new items in America as they are soo friendly over there unlike london! I look forward to seeing your American adventure videos! Have an amazing holiday🙏😺💗
For me it's badges. I have a collection of wildlife badges from the RSPB and sea life badges from my freediving club, which I've stuck all over my hats and my shirt collars.
@@laurencewinch-furness9450 Oh yes! Cloth badges on a velcro platform, it's spilled over from the military and I love how I can change them to match my mood. Morale patches aren't just for soliders lol. Flags, humour, special interests, identity etc I have a large collection.
There is no such thing as over accessorizing one's backpack! Bring on the flair!!!!
Ima start calling it flair instead of a mess 😂
I love how you put patches on the straps. I would have never thought of that. Have fun in the US.
Have a wonderful time here in the US! Yes, patches are (still) a thing here. Not quite as big/ubiquitous as in previous times but still available all over
I manage to find some at Universal, the warner bros tour and the last bookstore while in LA, and am typing this while waiting for the plane to take off for Arizona, so it’s really working out!
@@DanaAndersen Cool! I was born in CA and lived in AZ for many years. Whereabouts (generally) will you be in AZ? There is so much to see there and such wildly varied environs. Springtime is definitely a great time to be there, especially in "the (desert) valley" because the desert just pops with color as everything starts to bloom! Very beautiful!
Safe travels and big fun!
Oops! Should've said 'colour'. 😁
What an exciting trip! Hope it'll be more fun than stressful.
Just boarded the plane for Arizona after a week in LA and I’ve been having the time of my life!
your backpack turned out great! 😊💙 it is always nice seeing people's custom/decorated clothing/accesories, it tells a lot about them and it's always fun and easier to approach people when hearing about their interests and favorite things! ⭐ wishing you a safe and enjoyable trip! 🫡
There was this cheap fake leather stuff on my instant camera and it was annoying me so I ripped it all off and stick some sticker paper over the sections I removed and started doodling patterns and colouring in xD and of course I finished it off with googley eyes because, GOOGLEY EYES XD, is fun to customise stuff, makes it yours :3
The bag looks amazing! Have a great time in America 🥰
Thank you!! 🥰
omg I also hate the branding on everything but I'm always scared to remove it, because it's often _really_ in there. The backpack I use for daily stuff has it's branding like heat-set and pinned into the fake leather and after some inspection I am *not* touching that.
Oh yeah I would NOT mess with that 😂 I get why things are branded but am also like why you gotta do that
Hope you enjoy your trip. 👍To the backpack customisation
I love accessorizing my bags/purses! I love collecting and adding pins and keychains to my bags! :) I love how your bag turned out- it's super cute!
I’m a guy and have lots of bling on my backpack too. It always feels so weird that I stand out so much but you’re right - the plain black backpack I would have without embellishment is just boring, mix-up-able, unoriginal and yeah “disgusting” felt like it worked there. Dramatic but it covers it lmao
Cool! I have a travel bag that I put patches on. I use Velcro. You can buy Velcro strips that stick on to the back of patches. My bag has a large Velcro field. I stick the patches on. I can change them to match my destination. It is fun. Have a good trip!
Just watched and saw the end result. Looks great. Makes me want to do stuff but I am too old to do that stuff.
Thank you! I also don’t think anyone is ever too old to do something they want to! I promise you I’ll be doing stuff like this for as long as I’m able to 😂
I've got that very one, but have used it like you would a towel, just as a bag. I only have imagination about other things, good job you did there!
My favourite back pack is an American brand Jeep. I love their Nebraska back pack. I have bought the same one over decades. I have about half a dozen. Some are worn out. Others hang next to each other in the cupboard. I live them because of the colour and pocket combination.
One on each side. I want another one but can’t find them anywhere. I wonder if they have stopped making them.
It is the only pack pack I want. I have searched every where in shops and online for them
I want one. Them, only them. No other back pack ever. They are the best. The only one.
Same brand same type. I don’t know if this is Autism or practicality as the good side pockets are needed and other brands don’t have them. Zips all over.
My heart wants the Nebraska Jeep Back Pack.
Specs, pen and notebook in one space: iPad in another, brolly in another with shopping bags, earphones in another place, noise cancelling earbuds in another, meds somewhere else, night light for walking in the woods in another bit, same place as the lanyard, biscuits in the usual place, wallet in a secret place. I will search all over the world for them.
This is so funny lol, like my favorite backpack rn is all black and I love it. Every part of it is black so there's no logos or handles that are a random color and it's great haha. I have a black umbrella that I keep with it. Having things all neutral really calms me down and feels comforting for me. I tend to get overstimulated by lots of color etc. It's cool that everyone has different things that feel good for them :) I appreciate your videos!
Have a great time in the states! 🙂
I love it!! I also love customising! ❤❤❤
How will you manage with so little clothing & belongings travelling to America?
Im currently 6 days in and on the plane to go from LA to phoenix, so far it’s been a mix of buying new stuff and having some incredible hosts to stay with!
@@DanaAndersen I'm glad you are safe and well. I'm sure you will enjoying shopping for new items in America as they are soo friendly over there unlike london! I look forward to seeing your American adventure videos! Have an amazing holiday🙏😺💗
Great video! Enjoy your trip😁
Have a lovely Time to America xx
Love it!
I wish I could recommend places in California to visit. I love it there (some parts anyway). Have fun :)
OMG I thought I was the only person who did this!!!
That was a very boring backpack! It is much more interesting now!
Hope you had fun! You might be back by now!
I’m gone for a whiiiiile lmao, having lots of fun though!
@@DanaAndersen Ah, enjoy yourself! You barely missed my state! I'm next door to Arizona in New Mexico! Have a great trip!
Is it an autistic trait to want to customise everything because I do this too. I hate plain. Enjoy your adventure :)
For me it's badges. I have a collection of wildlife badges from the RSPB and sea life badges from my freediving club, which I've stuck all over my hats and my shirt collars.
@@laurencewinch-furness9450 Oh yes! Cloth badges on a velcro platform, it's spilled over from the military and I love how I can change them to match my mood. Morale patches aren't just for soliders lol. Flags, humour, special interests, identity etc I have a large collection.