Hand Me Downz

A journal of my life and the fibre arts

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I really shouldn't, but I shall. Cheers! (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVbILaOIXf3/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Could somebody please tell Toby that I got the knitting machine out to use, not for him to make his throne? #toby #cutecat #cutekitty #catsofinstagram (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUatYoeI8TO/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I've taken the plunge and nabbed the new signature 4 ply from @westyorkshirespinners, their collaboration with the supremely talented Dame Zandra Rhodes. I'm pairing up Bluebell Mist with this golden United Socks from @katiayarns for the toe, heel, and cuff. #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #menwhoknit #guyswhoknit #zandrarhodes #westyorkshirespinnersyarn (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CUaT5a1IPEg/?utm_medium=tumblr

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It isn't much to look at but at last we have the key to our new kingdom! (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRHB6eOJx7b/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I'm really enjoying making pot holders with @katiayarns #ekos upcycled cotton and polyester yarn. Each of them only took an afternoon to make #crochet #menwhocrochet #crochetersofinstagram #guyswhocrochet #katiayarns (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CREk1AGpG66/?utm_medium=tumblr

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It's a moment to savour, no matter what Saturday may hold. We'll done, England! #euro2020 #england #englandfootball #englandgermany (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQtp0WxJsPe/?utm_medium=tumblr

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For anyone wondering why people are always banging on about air quality, this bowl of fresh water was put out just an hour ago. We're breathing in this muck all the time. #abingdon #abingdononthames #cleanair #cleanairnow #cleanairforall (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQA6W-cJdu3/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Winding a ball of wool from the tiniest of mini-hanks is triggering strong memories of watching my dear old Mum winding her wool before embarking on her next project. #handmedowns #memories #crochet #menwhocrochet #crochetersofinstagram #guyswhocrochet (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPQbt1eJmpt/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Jab no 1 received today. 3 hours in and no side effects so far. Fingers 🤞 it stays that way. Even if it doesn't, it's still better than the alternative. #covid_19 #ᴠᴀᴄᴄɪɴᴇssᴀᴠᴇʟɪᴠᴇs #vaccinationdone✔️ (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPF8AxRpVmL/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Seat of wisdom, Cause of our joy, Vessel of honor, Mystical rose, Tower of David, Ark of the covenant, Gate of Heaven, Health of the sick, Refuge of sinners, Comforter of the afflicted Happy May! #blessedvirginmary #monthofmary #ourlady (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/COVf5qcpKht/?igshid=c76cdgcy8rq4

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Today is one of those days that don't come along very often, a day that fills one with excitement and trepidation in equal measure. I can't say more at the moment except that just the thought of it gives me goosebumps! I hope everyone gets to experience a great day! (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNmjOrIJcjO/?igshid=fik49eqk1ztw

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It's very difficult to get anything done when your little man decides he wants to snuggle. Ah well, I'm happy anyway 😊 #toby #cutecat #cutekitty #catsofinstagram (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNVgrkFJvTR/?igshid=hyzpl3cm858e

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These fabulous new cakes of cotton are in the window at my favourite shop, Mason's. Why do they do this to me? Congratulations to @katiayarns for another fantastic product. Now i just have to decide what I'm going to make with them all (and of course I want them all!) #knitting #knittersofinstagram #menwhoknit #cotton #guyswhoknit #abingdon #abingdononthames #guyswhocrochet #katiayarns #crochet #menwhocrochet #crochetersofinstagram (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CM4uFDsJz1p/?igshid=xyzi08wdc5e1

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Time to get creative. I'm thinking something in brioche for these two. Which one first? Hmm: decisions, decisions! #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #menwhoknit #guyswhoknit #briocheknitting #mirasolyarn (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMfd4ILJVoc/?igshid=cs2s5at7kdxe

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Toby seems to have decided that I don't need to be working on anything else this evening. #cutecat #cutekitty #toby #catsofinstagram (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLugoChJmfj/?igshid=8wkg4lxcrbjp

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Sitting on the bus, heading to the hospital, knitting away. It's as good as a private limo. The day is cold & wet and clearly people don't have much need for essential travel this afternoon. (at Abingdon-On-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLRs4PnJQg0/?igshid=ajo39cw13kqa

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I've finished the knitting on my #themontrealer so I just have to sew a few final bits and pieces and it's done. I've cast on another #simplehugcardi using @debbieblissknits #aymara 100% alpaca in gold and #angel mohair / silk blend also in gold. I'm intending to stripe stocking stitch against garter stitch rather than use different colours. It should be a quick knit on my 8mm @knitproeu #zings. #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram #menwhoknit #guyswhoknit (at Willows Shake Shop) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLHZwkzpuWY/?igshid=w9k6w4tigwin