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Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of...
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of my hoard is now gradually being donated to a friend's daughter who is learning to sew.I use Pound...
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of my hoard is now gradually being donated to a...
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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Escarpment
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Yes Bosch &Siemens, are essentially the same ( bit like VW &Audi cars) just small defences in spec. We changed our very old Siemens one for a Miele and frankly we're disappointed, it works ok...
Yes Bosch &Siemens, are essentially the same ( bit like VW &Audi cars) just small defences in spec. We changed our very old Siemens one for a Miele and frankly we're disappointed, it works ok very low power consumption but the racks etc inside are not as flexible as our old one. In spite of my...
Yes Bosch &Siemens, are essentially the same ( bit like VW &Audi cars) just small defences in spec. We changed our very old Siemens one for a Miele and frankly we're disappointed, it works ok very low power consumption but the racks etc inside...
Yes Bosch &Siemens, are essentially the same ( bit like VW &Audi cars) just small defences in spec. We changed our very old Siemens one for a Miele and frankly we're disappointed, it works ok...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 404 405 406
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Allotment Boy
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 48 49 50
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On the Levels
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Songbird
Dec 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160 bulbs.We continued clearing willow leaves from some of the pots of plants on the patio and in the...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160 bulbs.We continued clearing willow leaves from some...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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shiney
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:14 PM
New Tree for the Garden
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it. My decision-making process involves changing my...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it....
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM, Trees ... 2 3
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CostasK
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Whaaattt?
It has nothing to do with class envy. I am glad I'm not a fox.As for Father Christmas there was one in the foyer at ASDA bellowing out HO HO HO. Rather scary I thought. Same with clowns -...
It has nothing to do with class envy. I am glad I'm not a fox.As for Father Christmas there was one in the foyer at ASDA bellowing out HO HO HO. Rather scary I thought. Same with clowns - terrifying!
It has nothing to do with class envy. I am glad I'm not a fox.As for Father Christmas there was one in the foyer at ASDA bellowing out HO HO HO. Rather scary I thought. Same with clowns - terrifying!
It has nothing to do with class envy. I am glad I'm not a fox.As for Father Christmas there was one in the foyer at ASDA bellowing out HO HO HO. Rather scary I thought. Same with clowns -...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 289 290 291
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cactus_girl
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Christmas Decorations 2025
My first wreath
My first wreath
My first wreath
My first wreath

Victoria, Dec 7, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Another Hello from Dorset!
Allex50, Dec 2, 2025, New Members Introduction
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Flumpy
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii,...
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii, Cornus, Acacia baileyana and Callianthe megapotamica.
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii, Cornus, Acacia baileyana and Callianthe...
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii,...

Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 12 13 14
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Plantminded
Dec 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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What's Cooking Today??
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I...
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I am a fuss pot and don't like handling poultry. I am glad when it's cooked.
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I am a fuss pot and don't like handling poultry. I...
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I...
Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 81 82 83
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cactus_girl
Dec 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2025
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 109 110 111
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Tidemark
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Squash/gourd id help please!
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:21 AM, Identification Area ... 2
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Adam I
Dec 22, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
Looks almost the same as our kitchen when it was stripped out! We didn't have any gas lights though as it was built in 1961. We, too, could only afford to buy a 'doer upper' that came with a...
Looks almost the same as our kitchen when it was stripped out! We didn't have any gas lights though as it was built in 1961. We, too, could only afford to buy a 'doer upper' that came with a large garden in this city. We only had a small courtyard before and I was desperate for a proper garden.
Looks almost the same as our kitchen when it was stripped out! We didn't have any gas lights though as it was built in 1961. We, too, could only afford to buy a 'doer upper' that came with a large garden in this city. We only had a small...
Looks almost the same as our kitchen when it was stripped out! We didn't have any gas lights though as it was built in 1961. We, too, could only afford to buy a 'doer upper' that came with a...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 410 411 412
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lizzie27
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:26 AM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
Left house half past 8 for the farm shop in Cirencester. Very gloomy and cold. Grey all day. 6c currently and 4 to 5c in the next hours. wise decision to wrap the tree fern yesterday when it was...
Left house half past 8 for the farm shop in Cirencester. Very gloomy and cold. Grey all day. 6c currently and 4 to 5c in the next hours. wise decision to wrap the tree fern yesterday when it was cosy warm compared to today.
Left house half past 8 for the farm shop in Cirencester. Very gloomy and cold. Grey all day. 6c currently and 4 to 5c in the next hours. wise decision to wrap the tree fern yesterday when it was cosy warm compared to today.
Left house half past 8 for the farm shop in Cirencester. Very gloomy and cold. Grey all day. 6c currently and 4 to 5c in the next hours. wise decision to wrap the tree fern yesterday when it was...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 537 538 539
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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cactus_girl
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:26 AM
is my plant about to flower ?
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
hi2u_uk, Dec 20, 2025 at 10:50 AM, Container Gardening
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waterbut
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Strictly Come Dancing 2025
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my thoughts. Maybe I should be on the panel next year. I...
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my...
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
AnniD, Aug 11, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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KT53
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since modified the fox file as we were struggling to...
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since...
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 37 38 39
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ArmyAirForce
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Slow pages
Thank you @ViewAhead - It does seem better this morning indeed, so maybe we are over the worst.
Thank you @ViewAhead - It does seem better this morning indeed, so maybe we are over the worst.
Thank you @ViewAhead - It does seem better this morning indeed, so maybe we are over the worst.
Thank you @ViewAhead - It does seem better this morning indeed, so maybe we are over the worst.
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM, Computer Corner ... 2 3
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Fat Controller
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