The witch owl squishy is a popular and fun toy that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a soft and squishy owl-shaped toy that is often made of a durable, thermoplastic rubber material. This material allows the toy to be easily squeezed and molded, providing a satisfying and stress-relieving experience for users. The witch owl squishy is often designed with vibrant and eye-catching colors, making it visually appealing to both children and adults. It usually features a cute and whimsical design, with large, round eyes and a friendly smile. Some witch owl squishies even come with additional accessories, such as a witch's hat or a broomstick, adding to their charm and playability.
Some witch owl squishies even come with additional accessories, such as a witch's hat or a broomstick, adding to their charm and playability. One of the key features of the witch owl squishy is its squishiness. It is designed to be easily squashed and reshaped, providing sensory feedback and stimulation for users.
Windows: Use touchpad (e.g. Apple Magic Trackpad) as flexible MIDI controller
I made an application which transforms touchpad input to MIDI input. Here is a video demo. Excuse my poor playing I'm still getting used to the touchpad.
I will release it for Windows, for free, once I have time to finish it (may be a couple of weeks because I'm leaving for a trip soon).
In the demo the Y axis of the first finger is always dynamics and the Y axis of the second finger is always the vibrato. So you could use either your index finger or the ring finger as the dynamics, depending on in which order you start touching the touchpad.
Features:
- assign different fingers to different CC values (e.g. left most finger is CC 1 and right most CC2 or first finger pressed is CC100 and second finger pressed is CC101). Should work for as many fingers as the touchpad supports. Apple Magic Trackpad supports 5+
- assign different partitions for the touchpad (e.g. left side is CC1 and right side is CC2).
- XY slider support
- Assign a MIDI CC and a MIDI channel. You can assign the output range of the CC values as well (e.g. 0-127 or 50-100)
For example you could partition the touchpad into 4 different XY sliders such that the top left, top right, bottom left and bottom right areas are different XY sliders, totaling 8 different CC channels. Of course each area can have the multiple finger support as well, so with 4 partitions and 3 fingers, each using the X and Y axes, you could controls 24 different CC values with this app (not useful probably).
Alternatively you could setup e.g. 12 different Y sliders next to each other.
One use case I found was that I assigned my first finger Y axis to dynamics and X axis to vibrato. Then I assigned the second pressed finger Y axis to flutter, giving me control of dynamic, vibrato and flutter all with 1 hand using 2 fingers.
The app is buggy right now and lacks the feature to edit the configuration without touching the code. Once the bugs are fixed this should be ready.
Here's a list of things I considered to followed by my open question :
Many people find the act of squeezing and releasing the toy to be calming and relaxing, making it a popular choice for stress relief and anxiety management. In addition to its sensory benefits, the witch owl squishy can also be used for various forms of play and entertainment. Children and adults alike enjoy playing with the toy, whether it's by simply squishing and shaping it or using it as a prop in imaginative play scenarios. Its soft and flexible construction also makes it safe for squeezing and tossing, allowing for interactive games and activities. Overall, the witch owl squishy is a delightful and versatile toy that offers a range of benefits for users of all ages. Whether you're looking for a stress-relief tool or a fun and engaging toy, the witch owl squishy is sure to provide endless hours of enjoyment..
Reviews for "Balancing Magic and Play with Witch Owl Squishy Toys"
1. Jessica - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with the Witch owl squishy. First of all, it arrived in a completely different color from what was advertised. Instead of the vibrant purple shown in the pictures, it came in a dull gray shade. Secondly, the squishy was not as soft as I expected it to be. It was quite hard and not enjoyable to squeeze at all. Lastly, after just a few days of use, the Witch owl squishy started to develop cracks and tears. Overall, I cannot recommend this product as it did not live up to my expectations.
2. Mike - 1 star
The Witch owl squishy was a waste of money. It had a very strong chemical smell right out of the package, which made it unpleasant to use. Additionally, the paint on the squishy started to chip off after only a few uses, leaving it looking worn and unattractive. The texture was also very disappointing - it felt rough and unpleasant to touch. I would not recommend this squishy to anyone who is looking for a quality product.
3. Samantha - 2 stars
I purchased the Witch owl squishy for my daughter, and she was really disappointed with it. The squishy had a weird texture; it felt sticky and slimy, which made it uncomfortable to hold. Additionally, it did not regain its shape easily, and we had to constantly reshape it, which took away from the whole point of having a squishy. The design was also poorly done, with fading colors and uneven paint. Overall, we were not satisfied with this purchase and would not buy it again.