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ian helms 🦄
@ianhelms.com
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🙋 He/They
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🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ AF
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🐕 Chip the Chihuahua
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Sewed some pants yesterday and I fear I’m already obsessed with them 🌿
Ian wearing his finished tropical leaf–print pants in front of a mirror. The pants have an elastic waistband and cargo pockets on the thigh. They are wearing a gray T-shirt and photographing the fit in a bedroom sewing workspace. Two pant leg pieces in tropical leaf fabric lying side-by-side on the floor. One leg has a completed zipper pocket visible on the upper thigh area. A sewing instruction sheet is partially visible above the pieces. A piece of tropical leaf–print fabric with a small zipper already sewn in. A black pocket gusset is clipped around the sides using colorful sewing clips in preparation to stitch the facing down. A set of sewing pattern pieces laid flat on a wooden floor. The pieces are cut from a tropical leaf–print fabric and include pant legs, pockets, a waistband piece, and other small components. Each piece still has the Simplicity tissue pattern pinned on top.
December 1, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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Our little vegan Thanksgiving spread:

I made tofu turkey fillets with rice paper “skin,” rosemary-garlic beer bread with corn “butter,” a sweet potato casserole with a sunflower seed, oat, and toasted marshmallow crust, mashed potatoes, and charred sesame-pecan green beans 🤤
A homemade vegan Thanksgiving spread on a wooden table featuring tofu turkey fillets arranged in a row on a white platter, a deep dish sweet potato casserole topped with browned mini marshmallows, a bowl of mashed potatoes, a small dish of corn butter, a skillet of charred sesame green beans with toasted walnuts, and a loaf of rustic rosemary-garlic beer bread sliced open on a navy cloth.
November 28, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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Can you tell which of these products are actually made for Pride and which are simply queer-coded?

Take my quiz and prove it. 🏳️‍🌈

www.queerty.com/quiz-2025-pr...
A grid of 15 brightly colored, LGBTQ+-themed products arranged in a 3x5 layout. Items include: rainbow-lens sports sunglasses, a gray t-shirt with a retro rainbow surfboard graphic, a pastel-striped button-down shirt, knee-high multicolor camouflage socks, a rainbow-hued dried flower wreath, a neon rainbow-shaped light, a sleeveless denim vest, a black silicone butt plug with a rainbow jewel base and matching bead attachment, a plush flower-shaped pillow with “Let Love Grow” embroidered in pink, a set of four colorful coupe glasses, denim oven mitts with rainbow trim, a semi-circle rainbow doormat, rainbow tie-dye boxer briefs, a navy shirt with a flower and the phrase “In a world where you can be anything, be kind,” and high-waisted light-wash denim shorts with rainbow paint splatters.
June 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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I haven’t shared a sewing project in a minute, but making this little fleece shirt for Chip brought me so much joy ☺️
Chip, a small tan chihuahua mix, lounges on a dark gray couch wearing a handmade fleece shirt with a colorful floral pattern. One paw is perched on the couch armrest, and he’s looking alert and cozy. Chip sits attentively on a textured beige rug next to Ian’s workspace, which has dog-sized clothing pattern pieces cut from colorful fleece. A cutting mat, Simplicity pattern paper, and rulers are spread out on the floor. A close-up of a sewing machine in action as Ian stitches a seam in floral fleece fabric. The fabric is a mix of teal, pink, red, and yellow tones.
April 9, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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I know it’s early, but I’m really hoping Susan Crawford pulls this off. Also so proud of my mom for voting on the correct side of history—even from a deep red Wisconsin county, surrounded by friends and family likely voting the other way 💙
A partial election results graphic from The Washington Post showing the Wisconsin Supreme Court Judge race. Candidate Crawford leads with 448,807 votes (59.8%) over Schimel’s 301,105 votes (40.2%), with approximately 33% of votes counted. A county-by-county Wisconsin map shows areas where each candidate is currently leading—Crawford in teal, Schimel in orange, and many counties still grayed out as uncounted.
April 2, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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Across the country, lawmakers are trying to erase trans people—but no law can change the truth: trans people are real, and their lives matter.

This Trans Day of Visibility, we affirm their right to exist, to be seen, and to thrive.

🩵🩷🤍🩷🩵
Ian standing in front of a step-and-repeat backdrop wearing a black denim jumpsuit with chest buttons open to reveal a mesh shirt and chest hair. They have short dark hair, facial hair, a small earring, and a heart-shaped trans pride pin on their chest. They are smiling softly with arms relaxed at their sides.
March 30, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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Three years all-in on Solidcore—is it working?
Ian taking a mirror selfie after a Solidcore class. The lights are bright with blue accents and black Pilates reformers and other class takers can be seen in the background
March 8, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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It’s been a minute since I’ve fed this part of my algorithm 💙
Ian taking a shirtless mirror selfie after a Solidcore class, wearing black shorts and standing among exercise machines under blue neon lights.
February 25, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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We were obsessed with the floral print in the store
A handmade throw pillow featuring a vibrant floral fabric with red and yellow flowers on a deep blue background, sitting on a dark couch with green plants and a warm-lit lamp nearby. Another view of the handmade throw pillow featuring a vibrant floral fabric with red and yellow flowers on a deep blue background, with the second pillow revealing the back, made from a soft minty teal green fabric with an envelope closure. The pillows are sitting on a dark couch with green plants and a warm-lit lamp nearby.
February 18, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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Spent part of my day off making some throw pillow covers! Now the couch has some cute and cozy je ne sais quoi ✨
February 18, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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Hear me out…
A photoshopped Google Maps screenshot that says “Gulf of Tom’s house was broken into and he confronted the burglar and then had to go have eye surgery and then my son had to go over and help, and then my son, he rolled his car five times on the way home, yeah, I’m under a lot of stress” instead of Gulf of America (fka Gulf of Mexico)
February 15, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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>>-💜->
A mirror selfie of Ian smiling in a graphic t-shirt, holding his phone, while Smith, in a black shirt and cap, hugs them from behind with his arms wrapped around his chest. The setting is a dimly lit, industrial-style space with warm yellow and purple lighting.
February 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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Whenever I’m in NYC, I always stop by the Stonewall Inn and Christopher Park

It’s a cornerstone of LGBTQ+ history, where brave trans women like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera stood up against oppression that can’t be erased

We walk—and protest—in the footsteps of those who fought before us 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
A selfie of Ian with short brown hair and facial hair, wearing a lime green tank top with white trim, a gold chain necklace, and a dagger pendant. They are sitting in front of a black wrought-iron fence at Christopher Park adorned with rainbow and trans pride flags. Behind them, a historical plaque featuring a black-and-white photograph featuring Marsha P. Johnson from the early LGBTQ+ rights movement is attached to the fence. Lush green trees surround the area. The photo’s subtext says “Photo courtesy of Leonard Fink Photographs, The LGBT Community Center National History Archives”
February 14, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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Omg my second boyfriend @bentleyrobles.bsky.social is a Queerties Anthem nominee?! www.queerty.com/queerties/vo...
Bentley Robles and Madison Rose dressed in black and white pose together against a plain background. On the left, Bentley, with bright yellow hair and a surprised expression wears a white shirt and black tie. On the right, Madison, with long black hair, dramatic makeup, and bold nails whispers into the other’s ear while wearing a matching outfit. A red border frames the image with the text “#Queerties Anthem Nominee” and the title “Ultra High Def Lover” by Bentley Robles and Madison Rose displayed at the bottom. Smith, Zee Machine, Bentley Robles, and Ian pose for a cheerful selfie under vibrant club lights at Sidetrack Chicago.
January 28, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Living in 2035 is changing internet service providers and having to remember to update your washer/dryer combo’s WiFi connection the next time you do laundry 😅
A screenshot of a washing machine control interface, showing the current cycle set to “Normal.” The display provides details such as “Wash” with an estimated time remaining of 110 minutes, broken down into 46 minutes for washing and 64 minutes for drying. The finish time is noted as 2:58 PM. Settings include “Soil: Normal,” “Temp: Warm,” “Spin: Medium,” and “Rinse: Normal.” Below, there are toggles for additional options such as “More Water,” “Wrinkle Care,” “Wash Complete,” and “More Dry,” all set to off.
January 27, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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All this under-lighting on Trump isn’t flattering or intimidating—but it does achieve the apparent goal of making him look as terrible as he does in the daylight
President-elect Donald Trump watches fireworks at Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, Va., Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, ahead of the 60th Presidential Inauguration with weird under lighting. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) The official portrait of US President-elect Donald Trump in a blue suit, white collared shirt and blue tie, with a small US flag pin on his lapel and severe under lighting
January 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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…not again ‼️
A fake TikTok notification that says “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now…Tom’s house was broken into and he confronted the burglar and then had to go have eye surgery and then my son had to go over and help, and then my son, he rolled his car five times on the way home, yeah, I’m under a lot of stress.”
January 19, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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Trying to stay relevant on here 😇
Ian sitting on a Solidcore reformer bench in a dimly lit studio with blue lighting, taking a mirror selfie. They are shirtless, wearing black shorts with white trim, and holding their phone in one hand while resting the other on their knee holding their tank top.
January 16, 2025 at 1:56 AM
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Pass it on 🖤
Ian wearing a black hoodie with the text “Women don’t owe you shit” written in white font, pulling the hoodie string to display the message. They are taking a selfie in a dimly lit bathroom, wearing a black cap.
January 12, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Instagram stories ate this up 💙💦
Ian kneeling on a pilates reformer in a dimly lit Solidcore studio with blue accent lighting, sticking their tongue out playfully while taking a mirror selfie. Other class attendees and equipment are visible in the background.
January 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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New year, same workout routine 💪💙
Ian sits on a Solidcore reformer, sweaty after class, wearing black shorts. The room is dimly lit with blue lights and other people can be seen in the background
January 6, 2025 at 2:58 PM
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Saturday sweat session ✅💦
Ian standing shirtless in a Solidcore bathroom taking a mirror selfie. He has short dark hair, a trimmed beard, and is wearing black workout shorts with neon yellow drawstrings. His arm is raised, resting on his head, and he holds his phone with a relaxed expression. The bathroom features gray tiled walls and a gray door.
December 14, 2024 at 3:39 PM
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Feeling like my boobies were really boobying after class today
Ian Helms standing shirtless in a dimly lit Solidcore studio, taking a mirror selfie. The lighting highlights their toned physique and defined muscles. They are wearing gray athletic shorts and a gold necklace, with fitness equipment and other people in the background.
December 12, 2024 at 11:41 AM
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Turkeys aren’t the only thing getting carved this year…Happy Thirstgiving!
Ian taking a selfie in a bathroom mirror, lifting their shirt to reveal his chest and abs. They are wearing space-themed leggings with cats on them.
November 28, 2024 at 6:03 PM
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Is shirtless Saturday a thing on here?
Ian sitting shirtless on a Solidcore reformer in a dimly lit fitness studio with blue lighting, taking a mirror selfie post-workout.
November 23, 2024 at 3:55 PM