Reposted by SharondblkMicro SF/F by O. Westin @microsff.com · 09/09/2026"Here," the witch said. She gave her girlfriend a small pearl. "I made it for you." "What is it?" "A small blessing. It can make a small change to you. Just think of what you want and swallow it." "Could it give me wings?" "That's too big." Her girlfriend swallowed the pearl, and began to purr. 331773
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 07/09/2026When good ties go bad. #badtiemonday #transrightsarehumanrights 000
Reposted by SharondblkJonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 31/08/2026"Why am I so sad all the time?" I ask myself as I stare at my little handheld sadness machine and click on all the stupid sad things that will definitely make me sad 1047371
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 31/08/2026I think this one speaks for itself. The closer you look the more you get. #badtiemonday 000
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Dyed some fibre this weekend. I'm very happy with how it came out. I'm looking forward to spinning it up as the contrast colour for an argyle cardigan. #craftsky #spinnning #pink 020
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I have been doing, with a focus on reading, knitting and spinning. It's been a pretty good week this time! #booksky #knitsky #craftskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comLinky Wednesday - the one with the end of AugustI've run out of themes again! This week, like so many, have has ups and downs. On Sunday we went to the Museum, which I haven't done since ... 050
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026It's important to preserve nature and spaces where wild birds can be comfortable. Good to see Woolworths doing their bit. #urbanbirds #pigeon #supermarket 020
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Today's tie has odd looking lizard things on it. The tag reads Hu Bei Provincial Museum in English and (I'm presuming) Mandarin, so it must be culturally appropriate, right? #badtiemonday 010
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I've been reading and knitting. This week there were some good books, some bad books (I mean not to my taste) and an issue with the knitting. #craftsky #netgalley #bookskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comUnravelled Wednesday - the one with the mistakesLast week I finished the horror novel Tapeworm * by A.P. Thayer . It was very good - I went for lunch at work and didn't come back until it... 061
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 17/08/2026I feel like this outfit is giving school uniform vibes, so I matched it with something school tie like, although it has a weird monogram on it. #badtiemonday 140
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026I just read and reviewed the horror novel Tapeworm by @apthayer.bsky.social and it is truly horrifying. Old friends getting older and reuniting for a weekend away that goes horrifyingly wrong. #netgalley #bookskygoodreads.comTapewormFrom Dusk till Dawn if the characters hooked up with Th… 031
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Every Wednesday I blog about what I'm reading and knitting. This week I'm reading horror and knitting a dress in lace weight yarn, which some might consider is also horror, but I'm enjoying it. #netgalley #booksky #craftskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comUnravelled Wednesday - the one with the horrorThis week I finished, and loved I Love the Whole World!* by Victoria Hannan . It's the story of a middle aged woman from Melbourne who wi... 060
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Happy pub day to I Love The Whole World! by Victoria Hannan a whimsical coming of middle-age story about a 43 year old Melbourne woman who wins a trip to Las Vagas. Set in 2000, so no phones or mobile internet. #booksky #netgalleygoodreads.comI Love the Whole World!Leslie had felt for some time that life was a series of… 050
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Sometimes I write blog posts where I review 3 non-fiction books. this one features books about Linotype and Mark Twain, reality TV, and popular psychology. I can't describe any of them as riveting reads, but they might appeal if you love those topics . Win some, loose some. #NetGalleysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comNon-fiction book reviews part 33W elcome to part 33 in a series of non-fiction book reviews, originally based on the idea that the books I request tell you everything you n... 010
Reposted by SharondblkBrian Bilston @brianbilston.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Today is Venn Day, in celebration of the mathematician John Venn, born on this day in 1834. To commemorate the occasion, here’s a poem in the form of a Venn Diagram. 18550194
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 03/08/2026This week's tie is a promotional tie, for a tie company. Very meta. 120
Reposted by SharondblkMicro SF/F by O. Westin @microsff.com · 30/07/2026"Huh," said the dragon. "Would you care to explain?" "Yes, I'm not a princess all the time," said the milkmaid. "Only on bright spring days. Once they end, I turn back into me." "How come?" "Oh, I was bitten by a princess." "Again, how come?" "She couldn't help herself," the milkmaid grinned. 11531163
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 29/07/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I've been reading and knitting. This week also includes a smidge of spinning and a lot of staying home because I have a cold. #netgalley #craftsky #bookskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comLinky Wednesday - the one with the coldI got sick again! This winter it's just been one thing after another. A bad cold kept me at home Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. I always work ... 030
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026I just read (and reviewed) Double Standard by Mallory Thomas. it's an 831 Stories book and like many of their books it's a really good read. Well written, well edited, good plot, a couple I was actually barracking for. #romance #booksky #netgalleygoodreads.comDouble Standard: An 831 Stories RomanceThey both need each other—in more ways than one. A Holl… 070
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I have been knitting and reading and anything else I've been doing, but really it's all about crafts and books! Also, the thumbnail and title are misleading, since the romance Double Standard is good. #netgalley #booksky #craftskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comLinky Wednesday - the one where the yarn is good and the books are notLast week I said I was struggling with The Intrigue* by Silvia Moreno-Garcia . Unusually for me I put it aside and read The Music Bet... 0112
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 20/07/2026I spent the weekend having a wonderful time at the Australian Sheep and Wool show in Bendigo, and but I'm wearing this absolute travesty of a printed with fake be knitting tie. #badtiemonday 020
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 15/07/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I have been knitting and reading. #netgalley #craftsky #bookskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comLinky Wednesday - the one before BendigoThat's right, tomorrow I leave for my favourite weekend of the year - the Australian Sheep show. As usual all NetGalley copies are marked w... 030
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 13/07/2026A classic wide brown tie, with my favourite repeating motives of elephants and chains. Or wind up elephants? It's a little confusing. #badtiemonday 020
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Willow, working from home in the winter sunshine. #cats 050
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I have been doing, knitting and reading. #booksky #craftskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comLinky Wednesday - the one where I have timeI got a cold AGAIN. It's been a winter for them! Leon is sick as well. This meant we stayed home Sunday, knitting and reading. On Monday, in... 050
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026I've already posted my #wip for #showmeyourknits but here it is being worked on and sat on by a cat at the same time. #willow #knitting #craftsky 4382
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Not sure this even counts as a tie, since nothing is actually tied. It looks like something you might put on a cute dog or an evil clown. #badtiemonday 020
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Starlight Mountain by Taylor Gray is the 4th in the Autumn falls series, and, like the previous volumes it's a good read. a bit romantic, but mainly about family, self actualisation and horses. I really enjoyed it. #netgalley #booksky #romancegoodreads.comStarlight Mountain: An Emotional Autumn Falls Novel of …Preorder the next book in the heart-stealing Autumn Fal… 090
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 04/07/2026Exactly half way through knitting the Noosa Scarf in beautiful Circus Tonic merino possum. #showmeyourknits #wip #craftsky 3902
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 03/07/2026The Followers is about growing up, and growing up specifically alongside social media and the internet. It's about friendship and phones and fitting in, or not. It's a very thoughtful book and I really enjoyed it. #booksy #netgalley #amreading 030
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Cherrywood by Jack Serong is a really special book. Magical realism, Melbourne, family, feuds, love, and soul sucking employment at a law firm are just a few phrases to describe this book. If I had to choose one it would be unforgettable. #booksky #amreading 080
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Today I styled my Pressed Flowers cardigan with a depressed flowers tie #badtiemonday #craftsky #knitsky 0200
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 27/06/2026My husband, Willow the cat and Melbourne's skyline in the background. #caturday 0100
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026I read and reviewed three Object Lesson books - about fist, concrete and laboratory. Here are my thoughts. #netgalley #booksy #nonfictionsharondoubleknit.blogspot.comNon fiction Book Reviews Part 32 - Object Lessons againW elcome to part 32 in a series of non-fiction book reviews, originally based on the idea that the books I request tell you everything you ... 010
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 22/06/2026The SS Canberra was a ship that was scrapped in 1997. Also, when I wished for P&O I had to return every piece of my uniform (including the scrunchie) to get my final pay. Both these facts raise a lot of questions about this tie. #badtiemonday 010
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 20/06/2026Willow, helping with the rehab exercises. #caturday 160
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 19/06/2026I'm listening to and loving the audio book Quitters Club by Jessica Strawser. 4 friends is their very early 40s decide to quit things that are holding them back, and things don't go as planned. I love books about female friendships, and watching these women develop is gold! #netgalley #bookskygoodreads.comThe Quitters ClubA hopeful and empowering novel about the messy beauty o… 030
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 17/06/2026On Wednesdays I blog about what I've been reading and knitting. Highlights this week are a Love Note Sweater and and my first Sandi Toksvig book. #booksky #netgalley #craftskysharondoubleknit.blogspot.comLinky Wednesday - the one that's bits and piecesIt's been a busy few weeks, in a very fun way. lots of shows, some travel, just a generally good time Last weekend we say two shows (one str... 071
Reposted by Sharondblkknitty® | editor, Amy Sadler @knitty.com · 15/06/2026Brand new First Fall 2026 Knitty is live for the whole world! A fully online magazine full of tech-edited FREE PATTERNS for you to enjoy! Go to knitty.com, and find your next knit! 🧶 #ShareAndEnjoy #GladToBeOfService 39432
Reposted by SharondblkJonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Hey so you’re actually *not* supposed to balance the whimsy and the rage btw. You’re supposed to let them both consume you until you eventually pull the whole system down on top of you in an incandescent public spectacle of glitter and hellfire 👉👈 423214
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Sometimes the bad is not in the individual parts, but in how they come together. #badtiemonday 000
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Amazon Originals is publishing a new set of short stories on 23 June - The Edge of Everything. 5 Stories about growing up and facing challenges. i got mine from NetGalley, and they are currently read now and available on Audio too. #NetGalley #booksky 030
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Everything was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt is a beautiful and touching book, where the main character is Death. It reads like poetry and I loved it. #netgalley #bookskygoodreads.comEverything Was Beautiful and Nothing HurtTravis is Death in the modern world. He wears jeans and… 040
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 03/06/2026I could not put down Hunger and Thirst by Claire Fuller. It's got everything a (possibly) haunted house, found family of a sort, friendship made and betrayed, and horror of the best sort (to read, anyway). #netgalley #bookskygoodreads.comHunger and Thirst1987: After a childhood trauma and years in and out of … 040
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 02/06/2026Perfect for fan of @ifbookspod.bsky.social When Studies Becomes Stories by Nina Mack takes a shallow dive in 89 self-help ideas and rates them by the amount of scientific evidence that backs them up...or not. #booksky #netgalley #nonfictiongoodreads.comWhen Studies Become Stories: 89 Popular Psychology Idea…Every day, you hear claims about how your mind works.It… 060
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 01/06/2026This tie is wide, has bizarre swirls and is made of a fabric I can't even describe. I call this tie "nothing nature intended". #badtiemonday #workwear 120
Reposted by SharondblkIxchelbunny @ixchelbunny.bsky.social · 31/05/2026Colour makes me happy and fluffy colour is even better! IxCHeL tweed yarns available in 18 super compatible fun colours with colour pops on ixchel.com.au #yarn #knitting 182
Sharondblk @sharondblk.bsky.social · 30/05/2026A book about female friendship, complicated families and emerging romantic relationships set in a Melbourne newsroom? Yes please. Over to You by Georgie Tunney has it all! 5 stars. #netgalley #bookskygoodreads.comOver to YouTake the ambitious competitiveness of The Devil Wears P… 050