My creative space…

June 17, 2010 113 Comments by Kirsty

Still more with the hook.

A request from my sister in law & a bit of inspiration from a vintage afghan book around at Auntie Pat’s & I’m off again.

I’m using op shop/thrifted yarn. It’s not gorgeously soft but by gosh it’s “mothproofed” – it must be good (not mother as I originally read it – thanks Tammy).

Check out the vintage price!

Look who was making something “vintage” last week. It made me think of my next doors from when I was growing up.

Don’t forget to pop in & add your link if you’re playing along this week.

112 Comments

little grubs
598 days ago

I would love to know what they meant by "motherproofed"!!! It's so cool to see the old prices – I'm using needles at the moment from a packet of about 50 which cost 20p! x

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becclebee
598 days ago

i am early – wow! and what fabulous yarn. i love op-shopped yarn (particularly when it is motherproofed). almost all of my yarn for my current crocheted baby blanket is opped.it adds to the fun and adventure…

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Cindy
598 days ago

Dont you hate when the price of brilliance is that everyone wants some! I am not surprised the family is placing orders. I am happy to be adopted by anyoe in order to get some. Can't wait to see where this one goes!

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Emma
598 days ago

Yay, this must be my earliest entry ever! I just love Thursdays (well Wednesday nights here) for MCS, especially because I love the picture you take of your own… so mysterious! I laughed at the Motherproofed.. te he… great to see it's local too (to you!) and the original price too! An amazing find. Looking forward to some MCS hopping now

Emma x

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TammyJ
598 days ago

It does look lovely and its Moth proofed not Mother proofed

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mel @ loved
598 days ago

20 cents, HA! Those were the days. Love your pretty blue shrug from yesterday, just lovely…

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Edera Jewelry
598 days ago

Haha–motherproofed! The project is looking lovely so far

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Kylie
598 days ago

It looks so soft and gorgeous! Had a good laugh at the Mother-proofing (sigh, if only!) Have fun hooking Kx

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LeelaBijou
598 days ago

The project is looking very pretty!

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Chasing Purple Dreams
598 days ago

I’m always on the look out for op shopped yarn these days, but I’m always a scared and cautious in case there wasn’t quite enough to finish the job I had in mind!

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TammyJ
598 days ago

You know I was just thinking as I made the School lunch that Mother proofed wool could be Very handy and wondering if it would just repel only ones own mother.

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Christina
598 days ago

Oh goodness, I read motherproofed first time too. What's a little dyslexia between friends?

I do so wish yarn was still 20 cents. Can't wait to see more.

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Jennie
598 days ago

Love that vintage price!
The white looks very delicate the way you have done it!

(i have definately been motherproofed i'm afraid!!)

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Kate
598 days ago

Ooh, is that a bit of purple sneaking in there?
Its all about the hook here too. It certainly is the weather for it.

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Megan.K.
598 days ago

I can't evenb buy yarn in the op-shop for that kind of vintage price!
I love your Aunty Pat lessons. Makes me smile to think of the two generations learning together.
x

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Vic
598 days ago

I bet you paid more than 20cents for it at the oppy, did you?!

Motherproofed lol. I like it.

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Anna Bartlett
598 days ago

I don't know how you could start one of your projects and then leave it to finish another day Kirsty. They're fantastic! Thanks again for hosting, it's a highlight in my week.

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michelle
598 days ago

i think i need a bit of motherproofing for my phone. look forward to seeing the magic your hook has in store. it seems to be an extension of your arm at present, love all of your chunky creations

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Amanda
598 days ago

Mother proof? no way could you get that on the cheap …Lovin' all your hooky business lately .

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natacha lee
598 days ago

Wish I could knit, there was a whole lot of beautiful yarn at our local op shop recently (might still be there).

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Nikki
598 days ago

You yarn-junkie, you! Between you, Lara and your gorgeous crochet ceations, I think I'm being seriously tempted to buy a crochet hook and see what happens….

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74 Lime Lane
598 days ago

I too read mother-proofed, although I do wonder how they moth-proof it too!
I might have to claim to be someone's distant cousin …

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Christie
598 days ago

he, he, I like 'motherproofed' better!

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MGMart
598 days ago

Wish I can crochet! Looks great already.

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CurlyPops
598 days ago

It's amazing what was considered important back in the day – mothproof yarn, boilproof elastic… what a hoot!

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Tracey
598 days ago

how hard it is to get 30 odd years of moth ball permeation out of a yarn!

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dash robin
598 days ago

it is amazing how many vintage wools are mothproofed…my mind wonders how. Good luck with the knitting!

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dillpickle
598 days ago

How good would it be if yarn was still 20c a ball? Though hubby might disagree – the house might be full of it!!

Happy hooking!

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Lauren
598 days ago

Perfect weather for it… and no chance of a moth diving in to get in your way. Enjoy!

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Wendy
598 days ago

Ok, Kirsty, you've done it—I went and bought some wool and a hook and checked out some crochet books from the library. I will figure this out if it kills me!

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Jill
598 days ago

Mothproofed for only 20c? Do you think you could buy some to put in with clothes for protection??

Thanks for hosting again!

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Tania
598 days ago

Wonder if it would be possible to mothproof a mother-in-law? Just a small thought.

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helena / little mo
598 days ago

hahaha always with the hook! I love that you picked white…it's such a basic and simple colour!

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Catherine
598 days ago

Gee yarn at 20c and mothproofed, what a winner you have there, love it. I look forward to see what you've been up to.:)

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Jana @ Weekend Vintage
598 days ago

I absolutely am in love with white yarn-so pure and yummy!
Jana

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Kathryn Mitchell
598 days ago

Ah there are many things in life that should be 'motherproofed'. Thanks once again for hosting this, you're brilliant

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Angie
598 days ago

It must be moth proofed to have survived this long (since when has yarn been 20c!)

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Nick
598 days ago

Is it me and my awful connection, but I can't find Mclinky on your page. Anyhoo, I am trying to crochet, and have got as far as a couple of metres of chain stitch, but I am afraid I suffer from a crochet malady.
Your crochet is always an inspiration and I will keep trying!

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the textured leaf
598 days ago

I really like the style of the crochet your doing. I can only yet do the simple stitches.

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claire
598 days ago

Wow! You've been crochet'ing up a storm! Motherproof, I loike it. unshrinkable and feltable would be good. we don't seem to worry about moths so much these days, I wonder why?

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Jolie
598 days ago

the hooking is doing me in…I dug out my hook and found a beginner's book…all your fault young lady!

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Stephanie and Carlos
598 days ago

You must work that hook like a magic wand girl….

Xo Steph

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Ruby Star
598 days ago

oh my lordie, what i would pay for mother (inlaw) proof yarn! love it.

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Caroline
598 days ago

Hehe, mothproof eh? Well Kirsty proof it certainly isn't! I am looking forward to seeing the purple come in from stage left…

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angelina
598 days ago

i'd rather mother proofed than chemical moth proofed, yuuuk!
i've been teachingmyself to use the hook this week , too. its a change from knitting…

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gretchenmist . . . {belinda}
598 days ago

so cheap! and mothproof = handy!
have fun hooking in the rain

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pepper
598 days ago

wow isn't everyone busy busy today! I'm a little jealous of your crochet there. I haven't managed to get the hang of it yet, but shall persevere!

x Pepper

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m.e (Cathie)
598 days ago

still laughing at the packaging.
your shrugs are looking so very fabulous!

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Megsie
598 days ago

ooo love the white crochet. Reminds me of newborn bubba's. Also loving your shrugs!!!

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Judy Ross
598 days ago

I think my kids would LOVE a few things being "motherproofed" and rendered invisible when she's searching for dirty laundry and they want one more day from their favourite garment….

Thank you so much for hosting this fabulous event! Thursday's fast becoming my favourite day on the net…..

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Posie Patchwork
598 days ago

Mother Proofed, that is hilarious!! I love it when you misread something & it's a WHOLE new meaning!! That Tammy is accurate!! Love Posie

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teddybearswednesday
598 days ago

Oh if only yarn cost 20c still!! I'm not at all surprised your sister requested one, they are so gorgeous. xo

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Catherine
598 days ago

thanks for the inspiration to keep making! hope you have a good week…

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Kelly Ingram
598 days ago

I can't get enough of the hook at the moment either…And oh how I wish yarn was still at that vintage price!

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june at noon
598 days ago

I've got some old yarns and sewing patterns from my grandmother with vintage prices still in place. Now that's some savings!

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Kristie
598 days ago

I know that "mothproofed" smell, my Grandmothers linen press was full of it. Oh the memories that conjures up- big giggles going on now!! thanks

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Megan
598 days ago

I am loving learning how to crochet, your blog has really inspired me!

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Seedling
598 days ago

This is my first time playing along! Very happy to have found your blog and am especially impressed with the beautiful photography.

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My One Brown Mouse
598 days ago

I would rather moth proofed than the smell of moth balls…….. Phewww!

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MacGyver's Lovechild
598 days ago

holy hook happy! lovely!!

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Bec
598 days ago

Wow it's getting busy here. Thanks for hosting and sharing, I go to sleep happy every Wednesday thinking ooh its Creative Space day tomorrow.

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crochethealingandraymond
598 days ago

I began a shrug last night… its black and will involve granny squares at the bottom of the sleeves! thanks for the inspiration!

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flossy-p
598 days ago

I Love how M O T H P R O O F E D is the very first descriptive item. As though it was manufactured during the great bogong plague of '73. hehehe.

Good luck with the rest of it.

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Bianca Jae Makes Stuff
598 days ago

Oh my! I stop playing for a month and bang! There are so many playing now! And even after Sew It, I still have not mastered the hook….sigh, I think yarn is not my thing

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Brianna
598 days ago

Wouldn't it be great if wool still cost so little! Been a few weeks since I did a creative space and can't believe how busy it is now. Off to check out a few links.

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Cat
598 days ago

I love the colour and I like that it's moth-proofed. Wish I could moth proof my wardrobe as the moths love it and nothing I've tried works. Thanks again for hosting us Kirsty. xo

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Cotton Kiwi
598 days ago

LOL, mother-proofed yarn sounds like a great advance in technology… contraceptive wool. Keeps you warm and protects you from having children. Now that's progress )
Love the price too. If only…

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Ady
598 days ago

I need to try again to learn how to crochet … being lefthanded it's always been a bit of a struggle.

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vadjutka
598 days ago

moothproof? for vintage moths?

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Screamstress
598 days ago

I really love the vintage sewing patterns and supplies. It reminds me of a time when everybody did craft, and the average skill levels were really high! I think working with ones hands is a really valuable thing to do.

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Nycole
598 days ago

you are really loving that hook at the moment!
btw, loved Auntie Pat's book – what a treasure
x

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Sally
598 days ago

Twenty cents! My goodness. That was a way back. What can you get for 20c these days? Not much.

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Baa-Me Kniits
598 days ago

Motherproof…LOL and for only 20 cents, that must be the bargan of the century!!

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happyment
598 days ago

Your post makes me want to look for some mothproofed yarn and crochet hook myself. Thank you for sharing!

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Brenda @ Mira Narnie
598 days ago

that is a beautiful thrifted yarn! i can't wait to see the finished product! Lucky sis-in-law!!

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our shabby cottage
598 days ago

20 cents! Unbelievable.

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Saritha
598 days ago

Taking part in this for the first time and it is so exciting..Waiting to see what you turn that crochet work into…

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Ooty
598 days ago

looking great so far =) I enjoy soooooo much making for others who loves it and know to apreciate the work and time =)

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CraftyCripple
598 days ago

For the first time I have photos of my creative space to add on a Thursday! It's a minor miracle!

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Belinda Saville
598 days ago

I have no idea what 'mothproofed' entails, but it sounds scary! 20 cents?!! You can't buy anything for 20 cents anymore! Look forward to seeing what you create with this thrifted, mothproofed bundle of white!

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Lucie
598 days ago

Sometimes vintage supplies are just wonderful…I love my vintage roll of linen floss

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ArtMind
598 days ago

I love the price! Haha!

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Pamela Angus
598 days ago

motherproof … now that would be clever

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moose and bird
598 days ago

If only crafting was still so cheap! Happy Creative Thursday!
x

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OSP
598 days ago

first time for me, but thanks for having me.

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NorraSud by ROROISM
598 days ago

good luck with your work!

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Renae
598 days ago

Looking good!

Thanks for hosting

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Sherrin
598 days ago

20 cents! Impressive! It's looking lovely. Crotchet must be a lovely calming craft. Shame I don't have the patience to learn it!

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Panda
597 days ago

Mmmmm…Napthalene-Fresh!

I so have to learn to crochet.

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Sewlutions' World
597 days ago

Gotta love those vintage prices! Gee, it has been way too long since I crocheted something.

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Susan L (lily40au)
597 days ago

I love the old yarns … so many claims and they were usually right.

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myriam kemper
597 days ago

That looks quite interesting – and 20 Cent is really funny

Greetings from
myriam.

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gr8jewellery
597 days ago

I never knew you could find Mothproofed (or motherproofed!) yarn!

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Wendy Sice
597 days ago

Well, I can't get my link to work at 163 or 164, but pop over to Beautiful Day anyway, and you will find my creative space! Wendy xx

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fel4u
597 days ago

Swee it looks really soft and I agree with Mitsy that the price is fantastic lol!!!

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Buy Design
597 days ago

Aside from the mother/moth dyslexia issue… Why is wool mothproofed anyway ? Is it an Australian thing ?
Then again I suffer really bad reactions from insect bites so maybe 'gnat proofed' or 'midge proofed' wool would be a medical breakthrough.. Rambling now..
Fiona x

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melissa
597 days ago

I need to learn to crochet- all your creations are so inspiring. Although you make it looks so easy and quick when in reality I might be still working on a shrug next winter!

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Izabela
597 days ago

I love to crochet, your project looks very exciting, it is really nice seeing what other people create using a crochet hook
xxx

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Loo xx from Jumbles and Pompoms
597 days ago

Love your blog. It's very inspiring. Thanks for hosting (first time I've joined in!). xx

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Vilt à la Kim
597 days ago

I did some crochetting today too, but lost counting:)

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Rachelle
597 days ago

I love seeing everyone's great ideas. I've been wanting to share in these link parties for a long time, but don't have time while I'm in school. Hoping to be here every Thurs. (at least during Summer Break)! Thanks for hosting!

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Jodie
597 days ago

I'm always late! Next week I will actually join in on Thursday, I promise

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maureencracknell
597 days ago

This is so great – I am just joining the My Creative Space group! I am looking forward to checking out what everyone is working on.

I'm a huge knitter, but don't know how to crochet yet, I am so ready to learn. Look forward to visiting you here!!!

Best,
Maureen

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AlyshaJane
597 days ago

Hello! Been lurking on your blog and enjoying your creativity. Thought I would delurk and join in!

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kathryn
597 days ago

Thank you for hosting this wonderful event. I look forward to Thursdays. What a wonderful way to feel inspired and share with all these wonderful creative people.

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Star of the East
597 days ago

Wow, so many links this week! You are inspiring more and more people

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Claire Gale
597 days ago

woops, abit late:) have a good weekend x

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Taylor Made
596 days ago

I too am a bit late but still fun to join in thanks .

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Ana
591 days ago

Just found this place – will be neat to stop in every now and then – see what everyone is up to

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OSP
590 days ago

i am displaying my lack of wit this week. thanks for having me.

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Q @ JAQS
589 days ago

Hi!

I'm new to your blog. I love what you're doing and I'm a fan .

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Tiffany
588 days ago

Hi – I'm totally late adding mine, but I'm a noob, so I don't know what I'm doing! LOL!

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