Needle Spells
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Textile tinkerer. Darjeeling drinker. Chronic procrastinator. Throwback. Vintage sewing machines. Old film and TV. Stones & circles. UK
[1981] Willo the Wisp - Cartoon narrated by Kenneth Williams. It became popular with children and adults as it bridged the gap between the end of weekday children's programming and the early evening news. "The Wishbone": The Moog finds a magic wishbone and uses it to wish for the power of thinking.
The tree of life dome of Watts Cemetery Chapel. A masterpiece of the Arts and Crafts Movement designed by Mary Watts between 1895 and 1904. #ArchForma #OTTColourTexture #OTTColorTexture #AlphabetChallenge #WeekRforReligion #ArtsandCrafts #Photography #SurreyHills
This will always be my favourite Beasts. Completely unsettling but utterly compelling!
Scarred For Life Books@scarredforlife.bsky.social · last wk.BEASTS: BABY (1976) Nigel Kneale's brilliant animal-themed anthology threw up this folk horror classic. Jo and Peter buy a country cottage in preparation for their new baby. But after they uncover an old urn containing a mummified creature, ancient forces are unleashed and it all kicks off...
🧵Early November is a season of remembrance. It begins with All Souls, when thoughts turn towards those who have gone before us, and moves through fading autumn light towards Armistice, when those lost to war are commemorated. Lumb Falls, near Hebden Bridge, inspired Ted Hughes’s 1956 poem Six Young
I'm noticing an abundance of rusty golden leaves banked up against walls this Autumn and it has reminded me of the beautiful painting 'Autumn Leaves' by Sir John Everett Millais.
A few orders ready to pack and post this morning - thank you to my lovely customers for keeping me busy! 😊 #shopindie #NoAI #UKGiftAM www.etsy.com/shop/SarahRo...
So very sad to learn of Sandra Kerr's passing yesterday. Honoured to have met her on a few occasions, such a wonderful warm soul. Rest peacefully Madeleine.💔
"At nearly 15 square miles, the Rothbury estate is the largest piece of land in single ownership to have come up for sale in England for more than 30 years." And it's been bought for rewilding!!! Never give up. We CAN make a real difference. www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Wildlife Trusts hit £30m target to buy and rewild huge Northumberland estate
About 25,000 members of public chip in £17m towards 3,800-hectare Rothbury estate, described as ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’
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The #FolksyFriday theme of the day is Christmas Cards and I have been browsing the fabulous Folksy platform to find this week's selection of handmade cards so you can show just how much you care this festive season.
A beautiful new hare necklace. Wonderful handcrafted fused glass necklace with a silhouette of a hare gazing at a golden moon. Wonderful autumn 🍁 themed pendant. #handcrafted #giftideas #jewellery samphireglass.etsy.com/listing/4603...
A look through my 2027 calendar “The Wonder”! Featuring 12 of my soft pastel & pencil drawings 🧡 Find them here: folksy.com/find/shop/Ta... & here: tabithamacbethart.etsy.com Available in two sizes, full of ethereal illustrations to take you through the year! #craftbizparty #wildlifeart #drawing
Always lovely to receive a nice review☺️ edithandaudrey.etsy.com/listing/4322... #etsyseller #etsyuk #shopsmall #williammorris
Today's theme of the day on Folksy is Cosy Crochet. I don't have enough room here to show you all my listings so you can take a peek at the Home Décor Collection where you can brighten your home and gift beautiful ideas made from recycled, reused, and repurposed yarns. folksy.com/find/collect...
I'll be listing these Liberty Christmas tree strings some time in the next few days. Just need to get the photography done. They'll be £22 each (inc UK postage). Only 2 available. If you're interested DM me.
The Hunter's Moon closely aligns with the liminal festival of Samhain (the precursor to Halloween). In Celtic lore, the veil between the physical world and the spiritual realm is at its thinnest, making it a sacred time for honouring our ancestors. Art my own. #FullMoon #OctoberMoon #Folklore
Everyone needs a keyring, and these are so pretty whilst being light, soft and also eco-friendly! Also great for personalising bags. littleconkers.co.uk/shop/crochet... #Handmade #Accessories #Cute
I've just relisted some William Morris Cinnamon tree decs! #etsyuk #handamdechristmas #williammorrischristmas #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM
William Morris Christmas Tree Decoration - Etsy
This Christmas Ornaments item by edithandaudrey has 34 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from United Kingdom. Listed on Oct 25, 2026
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Next up for my Halloween themed artworks. "Crow Returned Charred Black" hand embroidery art www.emilytull.co.uk/store/p15/Cr... #UKGiftHour #WildlifeArt #embroidery #31DaysOfHalloween
Beautiful 🌊 sea inspired fused glass coasters. Each one is unique with swirls and bubbles of blue, white and green colours. Perfect for the home. #ukgiftam #ukgifthour #etsyfinds samphireglass.etsy.com/listing/1480...
Good morning, lovelies! Do you like coded messages, gemstones, and wearable magic? I make bracelets that encode a message in semiprecious stones and glass beads. payhip.com/kadeperegrin... #ukgifthour #giftideas #handmade #shopsmall #uksmallbiz #ukmakers #ukgiftam
Custom Morse Code Bracelets
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#Carlisle Castle in #Cumbria is one of the most besieged castles in England, a result of being on the border of #Scotland #UKGiftAM #UKGiftHour #Upcycle #Castles @englishheritage.bsky.social original-art-prints.sumupstore.com/product/carl...
Carlisle Castle, Cumbria
Carlisle Castle in North Cumbria. One of the most besieged castles in England. It has been continuously occupied since its foundation by William II in 1092. From the 18th century to the 1960s it was the headquarters of the Border Regiment, one of the oldest in the British army. Painted here on an original vintage map from 1947 Measuring 16x20 inches including mount. Will be posted in a tube excluding mount unless it can be collected from Lincoln Free Delivery UK delivery only
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Christmas folded fabric stars made from an upcycled shirt. Only one set available! £12.25 (in UK postage) #etsyuk #christmasdecoration #handmadechristas #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM
Upcycled Christmas Fröebel Folded Fabric Star Decorations - Set of 3 - Etsy
This Seasonal Decor item is sold by edithandaudrey. Ships from United Kingdom. Listed on Aug 9, 2026
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Perfect for the Autumn 🍁 season. Lovely sparkling gold to bronze coloured dichroic glass necklace. Wonderful handcrafted gift ideas. #ukgiftam #ukgifthour #etsy .https://samphireglass.etsy.com/listing/4345298617
My Christmas online shop is now open! With snowmen and gingerbread people with bottoms 🤭🤭 Nessies and penguins too (without bottoms). mademe.co.uk/shop/woolley... #UKGiftAM #uniquegifts #ChristmasGifts #handmade
You see….. an original painting needn’t cost the earth…. #ukgifthour #ukgiftam #BlueSkyArtShow #ArtYear “Community” acrylic on board. Such an original idea for a gift Do have a closer look here: cardsbymormorjan.etsy.com/listing/4340... #mhhsbd #etsyuk #ukart #berwickupontweed
St Mary’s Island Lighthouse at Sunset #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM An original watercolour, framed and strung, ready to hang in its forever home. Such a lovely gift idea 🎁 cardsbymormorjan.etsy.com/listing/1852... #mhhsbd #etsyuk #originalart #blueskyartshow #eastcoastkin #ArtYear
Commission slots are limited! Whether you want a pet / home portrait / custom jewellery, I can create something special to keep for years to come! fawashah.co.uk/commissions #ukgifthour #ukgiftam #shopsmall #personalise #Firsttmaster #UKMakers #handmade
#AlphabetChallenge #WeekPforPaper #ukgifthour #ukgiftam Most of my art is done on paper. Here is my Sunflower watercolour framed print 🌻 What a sweet gift idea 🎁 cardsbymormorjan.etsy.com/listing/8157... #mhhsbd #etsyuk #ukartist #EastCoastKin #ArtYear #giftidea #christmas
