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Lucy Antal aka Grab Your Spoon @lucyantal.bsky.social · 8h

£850 now. Am sorry if I don’t work out your Bluesky handle to thank you personally for any donation you make. But it’s hugely appreciated & we’re really thankful. 🌟 www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-keep-...

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Help keep the Queen of Greens greengrocer mobile!

We need to replace one of our greengrocer buses that provides access to fresh produce to people living in food deserts across Liverpool.

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Lucy Antal aka Grab Your Spoon @lucyantal.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Let the mithering begin. You are all most welcome to mute me for a few weeks, but please share our crowdfunder for a replacement @alchemickitchen.bsky.social Queen of Greens bus. Aviva will match fund every individual donation up to £250, every £1 becomes £2! www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-keep-...

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Help keep the Queen of Greens greengrocer mobile!

We need to replace one of our greengrocer buses that provides access to fresh produce to people living in food deserts across Liverpool.

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I saw the first real signs of autumn in local trees today. All this colour is to come:

Autumnal leaves of many different colours being preserved in glycerin to keep them from drying and decaying

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Sam and King Lucy the 1st @kinglucythe1st.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Gardeners: A bargain. www.suttons.co.uk/500-bumper-spring-bulb-collection_MH14301?feed=shopping&source=SUSN3304&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=15569980237&gbraid=0AAAAAC7SvtpXyOoIFscdRCghCCRfubNZ0&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5vLVBhCiARIsAD56SFKEKILY7wVFwyj6O0E3ZkJAwWYBvgKC67RVztXPS2NeOTQompIFf7YaAo50EALw_wcB

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A friend’s loss is making me think about my mum a lot today. 🥺

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Netherton Foundry @nethertonfoundry.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A peek behind the scenes. Work in progress on the copper utensils www.netherton-foundry.co.uk/Utensil

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

There’s still some space on my 2 upcoming zoom w’shops:bird illustr’n & mental health,10 Oct & botanical illustr’n & mental health,7 Nov.I teach you how to draw birds/plants & how creative activity alters 🧠 biochemistry to lift mood.Incl 10% off materials & full recording: workshops.emmamitchell.uk

Cornflowers, nigella, sweet peas & Russian safe & my drawings of them on the opposite page of a sketchbook

A spring collection of nature finds and my drawings of them alongside, on white watercolour paper with my watercolour palette & paintbrush in the corner

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

@sundownerstudio.bsky.social Woop, I just bought the yacht Lino print in blue. Present for my brother, who sails 🥰

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Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Anyway, we do have some spare copies of Swan Song if you want one

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Nicola Miller @nicmiller.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Come listen to me interview @meemalee.bsky.social and Tim Anderson in what promises to be a delicious conversation about the ever-evolving relationship between author & reader and the responsibilities, challenges and pleasures inherent in writing about food. www.burylitfest.co.uk/product-page...

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Watching the Dolly Parton Glastonbury set. God, that woman was pure diamante talent.

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Watching Galaxy Quest. Never give up, never surrender! @curlywurlyfi.bsky.social

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Netherton Foundry @nethertonfoundry.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

There may be no dragons in Abergavenny Castle but there'll be fire, food & fine cookware at the food festival. We look forward to seeing everyone, including gallant knights & fair maidens, but mostly all you food lovers, chefs, food writers & the gastro-curious. Peruse our pans & meet the makers.

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

An entire patchwork carpet of Cyclamen hederifolium at Anglesey Abbey a few days ago, looking for all the world like spring. Today’s botanical dopamine for your brain 🌿:

A carpet of Cyclamen hederifolium at Anglesey Abbey near Cambridge

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

If you feel your followers might need a little botanical relaxation, maybe RT my post above. Research shows that l simply looking at the patterns that occur in plants (botanical fractals) allows us to recover from stress 60% more quickly 🌿🧠📉

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Small finds from the wood, September 🍒🪶🌿:

A collection of small nature finds from my local woodland, including green acorn, rosehips, Viburnum opulus berries, pigeon feather, spindle berries & leaves , alder cones & grove snail shells

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I didn’t make a lunch for myself for today so I’ve thrown together some tomatoey puy lentils (packet, natch), chickpeas, feta & olives, with a drizzle of EVOO and squeeze of lemo. Surprisingly nice!

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

There are a small no of pieces left in my latest collection: v collectible Victorian silver & garnet bee,rare 'Maundy money' lock made from 2 1891 threepenny bits with oak leaves & acorns,large leaf-etched locket I'll be making one more collection before you-know-when🌲: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...

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George The Station Cat @george-station-cat.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Night night sweet dreamies When things feel overwhelming, focus on one kind thing you can tell yourself.

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

My new collection of one-off necklaces I've made using Victorian & Edwardian stamp holders,lockets & charms along with tiny nature finds I've cast in recycled silver is now in my Etsy shop. It would help so much if you could give this a RT if you get a moment (thankyou): www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...

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Nicola Miller @nicmiller.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I've organised what I think is a great programme of food-related events for this year's @burylitfest.bsky.social. We have a special offer running on tickets right now and I'd so love you to attend. www.burylitfest.co.uk/food-programme

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Nicola Miller @nicmiller.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I'd really appreciate some reposts <)

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Small good news from the garden step bird café (botanical, not feathered/whiskered this morning). Btw I’m be posting photos of some of the jewellery collection that will be in my Etsy shop this evening here v soon…🌿🗝️

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

September hedgerow flora-a small scientifically proven bit of botanical relaxation for your brain. Zoom in to the patterns and details and an extremely cool experiment has shown that these good sprigs will help you recover from stress 60% more quickly 🌿

Flowers blooming in a Norfolk garden in September 2021

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Been deciding on Victorian & Edwardian charm combos for the collection of necklaces I’ll be listing in my etsy shop tmrw evening-zoom in for swallows,a bee,wiggly fish,ammonites,owls, tiny eclipse made of turquoise stones,a pig & a walnut (will be together on a necklace so he always has a snack✔️)

Collection of Victorian & Edwardian charms I’ll be using to make necklaces for my Etsy shop

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

I made dupe nakd cocoa & orange bars this week and they are quick and easy to make and cheap! Moving onto lemon drizzle next.

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I was optimistic about listing my Victorian & Edwardian locket,stamp holder & charm collection in my shop tonight-I’ll be listing them on Sunday eve instead (& posting here as I make them). Here are some highlights👇🏼. Msg me on etsy(click 💬 top of page)to enquire/reserve: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...

Part of my current collection of Victorian & Edwardian silver lockets, charms & a brooch I’ll be converting into a necklace

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Met three lovely friends for a boozy lunch and catch up. The funniest bit (to me) is that we all exercise together and our instructor was one of the four! I do love moderation.

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Thanks to @gingergourmand.bsky.social I now really, really want to go back to Barcelona…

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Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

As I'm sure is of no surprise, this went out to the door quickly this morning, too. Looks like everyone had the same idea - it's reprinting again as we speak! - Michael

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Electra Rhodes @electrarhodes.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Anyone can ask! If you're in the UK don't hesitate. For you or someone you know. When my pa was at the end of his life and we were incredibly short of cash I had books from total strangers. It made such a big difference. I can give back now - please don't be shy.

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

First day back after 2 weeks off and my laptop isn’t working! Currently waiting for a call back from support which could be anytime today so am enjoying the gentle ease back into work!

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Not sure why but my mental health's really deteriorated-it's a struggle to work/move,my self esteem's fallen down the🚽& self hatred's LOUD. If my posts make your day a little better/you've saved one of my 📷s,maybe buy me the equiv. of some teabags on ko-fi.No obligation obvs: ko-fi.com/emmamitchell

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

I’m back home after visiting my dad and brother. I’m so glad I decided to have a few days at home with OH before going back to work on Monday - I’m feeling spaced out thanks to jet lag!

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Boo from Monsters Inc. Sleepy and Dazed

Alt: Boo from Monsters Inc. Sleepy and Dazed

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Netherton Foundry @nethertonfoundry.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Win a pair of tickets to Meatopia London (pick any day between 3rd and 6th Sept), with a pair of our extra long fire chef tongs. Like this post, follow us and then find full entry details here www.netherton-foundry.co.uk/Meatopia-com...

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I currently look like a domestic violence victim, thanks to slipping while cleaning a bathroom and hitting my head. I totally AM NOT and I’m very grateful. But I’m not sure when I’ll clean a bathroom next…

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

It’s the tradition in my family that the birthday person chooses the menu and everyone else cooks it. We are sadly depleted in numbers so my brother chose his meal and I cooked it, aside from the steak and grilled as that’s his specialty! And our friend did her epic green beans. 1/2

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

There’s neuroscientific evidence that looking at beautiful things, esp. plants & pausing to take in the details can alleviate stress & lift mood. Here’s a subtle herbarium of pressed flowers for your synapses, in case anxiety’s lurking rn 🌿:

Herbarium of pressed flowers I created in 2017 from flowers from my garden

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Lucy Antal aka Grab Your Spoon @lucyantal.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Anyone on here know a person who might donate a mobility bus? Both of our buses are not happy RN…

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The Struggle Bus Breaks Down

Alt: The Struggle Bus Breaks Down

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I had a great flight over to Newark, even more so when the crew decided to gift me a bottle of wine - I told them that the red was my mum’s absolute fave, so that’s what I drank with my meal. I will admit that I cried, albeit happy tears. 1/3

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Caroline Thomas @caromthomas.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

At a wedding and due to nothing other than running out of spoons I’m looking at the clock to work out when it’s polite to leave.

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Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Some fun literary news for Christie-heads like me! Torquay (where Agatha Christie was born) is going to be twinned with the Belgian town of Spa (where Hercule Poirot was born)! - Michael www.torbayweekly.co.uk/news/dame-ag...

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Dame Agatha and her famous detective Poirot reunited for special 'twinning'

Torbay and Spa, two communities brought together by Dame Agatha and Poirot

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

On Weds eve I'll be relaunching my botanical & bird illustration & mental health workshops & my small museums/collecting for mental health classes on zoom The first dates will be next month & will have limited spaces. If you'd like to buy workshop recordings my site's here: workshops.emmamitchell.uk

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Lucy Antal aka Grab Your Spoon @lucyantal.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It’s not making major headlines but CAF bank, relied upon by a LOT of charities & CICs has been off line since 24th July. 14,000 bank accounts unable to make payroll, pay bills etc. Not the first time this has happened either. A bank making £14.7M pre tax profit could perhaps afford a better system?

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Pensive Woman Deep in Thought

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