Nostr notes by Mothy and the Squid

Blue Jay on a green garden bird feeder. Blue jays are bold, ...

2026-02-05T09:36:14Z

Blue Jay on a green garden bird feeder. Blue jays are bold, intelligent songbirds of North American woodlands, easily recognised by their crest and loud calls. Their plumage is bright blue with black and white patterning. They thrive in forests and gardens, caching acorns and fiercely defending their nests.
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Woodland Way, a delightful new addition to the autumn collection ...

2025-10-15T07:22:50Z

Woodland Way, a delightful new addition to the autumn collection for @glasgowschoolofyarn this weekend. Crisp air stirs fallen leaves that rustle underfoot, releasing earthy scents. Amber light filters through thinning canopies, painting gold on moss and bark. This fresh seasonal range is now complete and available. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

A teaser for the first of our exclusive collection for ...

2025-08-23T09:47:19Z

A teaser for the first of our exclusive collection for @thescottishyarnfestival next weekend. https://thescottishyarnfestival.com/2025-festival-tickets
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@thescottishyarnfestival exclusive, This Is Not AI, on ...

2025-08-21T08:50:54Z

@thescottishyarnfestival exclusive, This Is Not AI, on merino/cotton blend velvet 4ply. The show is little more than a week away so get your tickets if you haven’t already! Sunday is likely to be quieter if you get overwhelmed or need more space to enjoy a day out. https://thescottishyarnfestival.com/2025-festival-tickets #thescottishyarnshow #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

More stunning cotton yarn - pretty daytime flowers and gorgeous ...

2025-08-20T08:16:35Z

More stunning cotton yarn - pretty daytime flowers and gorgeous nighttime stars. This is a smooth, velvety 4ply that’s suitable for socks if you go down a needle size but it feels so lush you might think it’s too good for socks! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com 🧶

Teal Ocean, a stunning mix of dark brooding black and gorgeous ...

2025-08-19T08:45:28Z

Teal Ocean, a stunning mix of dark brooding black and gorgeous mixed teals. Its rich colours are contrasted by the cotton which, like white spray, remains undyed for a breathtaking visual effect. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet
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Tropical Fish of the Month The turquoise rainbowfish ...

2025-08-13T11:10:10Z

Tropical Fish of the Month

The turquoise rainbowfish (Melanotaenia lacustris) can display vivid and deep hues of blue, aqua, and turquoise. They originate exclusively from Lake Kutubu, a limestone-rich lake in southern Papua New Guinea. Turquoise rainbowfish are peaceful and sociable, preferring to live in groups of six or more.

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Some of the British Birds that are still in stock. I shall be ...

2025-08-12T08:19:22Z

Some of the British Birds that are still in stock. I shall be allowing this collection to sell out in preparation for switching the monthly yarn club to bird theme next year. I am planning Eurasian birds for the first year, then perhaps birds of the Americas. It will no longer operate as a rainbow, although I will be sure to stay colourful. I want to avoid the loss of customers in April when they realise yellow is part of the rainbow! #mothyandthesquid

A roundup of this week’s three new colourways, plus the late ...

2025-08-08T08:17:31Z

A roundup of this week’s three new colourways, plus the late summer version of Woodland. I made a special effort to have pretty things to show you despite being away because the first week of August is so crucial. I hope you will take a look at everything I have created for your viewing pleasure. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet
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“Ribbit!” A Pacific chorus frog. This is the species that ...

2025-08-07T09:27:31Z

“Ribbit!” A Pacific chorus frog. This is the species that actually calls with a ribbit sound. All other frogs think they are a bit weird and wonder why they are trying to talk to humans. I have created a gorgeous speckled yarn inspired by this cute little fella resting. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet
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It appears my toad has wisdom to offer in the distillery. Should ...

2025-08-06T19:36:24Z

It appears my toad has wisdom to offer in the distillery. Should I take heed? #windywillow #toad

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Please share far and wide around Scotland. This awesome yarn show ...

2025-08-03T13:58:20Z

Please share far and wide around Scotland. This awesome yarn show is later this month in Perth.

It begins with a patch of sun and a body stretched in perfect ...

2025-08-01T08:32:38Z

It begins with a patch of sun and a body stretched in perfect feline geometry. The warmth seeps in, curling around my bones like golden silk. I am both statue and spirit - eyes half-lidded, ears attuned to the breath of the wind. My purr deepens, rumbling like ancient poetry. No thought, only being. The world outside can wait; for now, I am timeless. I am art. I am the hush between heartbeats. This is catness. This is bliss. And it is mine. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Poppycat! I sit, silver ghost among the russet leaves and ...

2025-07-30T09:22:17Z

Poppycat!

I sit, silver ghost among the russet leaves and whispers of autumn. Red petals sway like lanterns against the hush of fading day. I am still, a sculpture carved in fur, but the poppies dance for me, casting spells of scarlet on the ground.

We coexist: me, a pulse of grace atop a weathered stump, and the poppies, fragile exclamations in a muted world. Here, nature holds its breath, and in that moment, I am both hunter and muse.

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Summer Spinney. Nestled in a quiet grove where dappled sunlight ...

2025-07-29T10:29:35Z

Summer Spinney.

Nestled in a quiet grove where dappled sunlight dances through the leaves, knitting becomes a gentle meditation. The rhythmic click of needles blends with birdsong and the whisper of a warm breeze weaving through the trees. Earthy scents of pine and moss rise with each breath, grounding the soul. In this shaded sanctuary, each stitch is a poem, spun from stillness, soaked in peace - a timeless summer reverie.

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Hey world, I’m Jillian, the human behind all the yarn photos ...

2025-07-28T08:09:23Z

Hey world, I’m Jillian, the human behind all the yarn photos you enjoy. I love frogs and have hidden disabilities. My shop is my only income and I am trying to make the world a better place by creating slow thoughtful yarn in small quantities. A little bit of beauty in a difficult world. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet www.mothyandthesquid.com

New batch of Woodland on sock dyed and dried, waiting to be ...

2025-07-26T13:37:31Z

New batch of Woodland on sock dyed and dried, waiting to be twisted up and labelled. www.mothyandthesquid.com #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Blue Footed Booby is the perfect colourway for summer fun. I’ll ...

2025-07-24T09:09:21Z

Blue Footed Booby is the perfect colourway for summer fun. I’ll be dyeing the last of the August yarn club today as I know I need to have September done next week. I’m was hoping to make a start on Advent Calendars soon but I’m not sure if they can be justified this year - keeping the colourways secret means I can’t post them on social media and not having novel content every day is very costly. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet
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Two collages of British Bird yarn - part of the largest ...

2025-07-14T08:00:09Z

Two collages of British Bird yarn - part of the largest collection so far this year - reflecting the surprisingly colourful variety of our (mostly) native birds. For those who would like to see world birds, I plan to make that the theme for next year’s yarn subscription. But if you love any of our local ones, those pictured have one or two skeins still available. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Distant Galaxies is another classic that is freshly back in ...

2025-07-06T07:43:32Z

Distant Galaxies is another classic that is freshly back in stock. Repetition may not seem exciting, but if I’d run out of something you really wanted it sure can be good! But let’s brainstorm. What are your hard won pieces of advice for those who lose at yarn chicken? #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #yarnchicken

Greetings from Tromsø! According to Canva, this is my social ...

2025-07-04T09:00:24Z

Greetings from Tromsø! According to Canva, this is my social media presence in one AI generated image. Do you think it’s an accurate representation of my online life? I’m impressed despite myself and think it’s quite funny!

As you know, I generally avoid AI, but I just don’t have anything to post today and that risks no livelihood! If you can handle a two week lead time, please do buy some yarn! I’ll try to get some real photos today…
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Aqueous Bloom, a dreamy waterlilyscape of soothing floral ...

2025-06-29T11:45:32Z

Aqueous Bloom, a dreamy waterlilyscape of soothing floral enchantment. This is the final colourway in the Summer Garden Collection. I will be going to Norway next week so please put in any planned orders you may have for your own summer crafts now. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Dappled Sunlight, shining across the flower bed. We are going to ...

2025-06-28T10:10:57Z

Dappled Sunlight, shining across the flower bed. We are going to Norway next week to visit family so if you’d like yarn for the summer please order over the weekend. I will be trying to make myself as unavailable as possible for two weeks for the sake of my mental and physical health so please help me ensure I have at least some funds to do this with! Thank you for your thoughtfulness and generosity.
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Butterfly Meadow, the latest colourway in our Summer Garden ...

2025-06-27T08:09:05Z

Butterfly Meadow, the latest colourway in our Summer Garden collection for 2025. It’s a delightful mix of purples, greens and blue on a light summery base. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Lazy Daisy Days, a summery blend of floral pink and golden yellow ...

2025-06-25T07:34:44Z

Lazy Daisy Days, a summery blend of floral pink and golden yellow with hints of leafy greens. It’s the sixth colourway in the limited edition Summer Garden Collection. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

Kitty’s Yard. A mix of pretty turquoise, foliage greens, with ...

2025-06-21T07:13:36Z

Kitty’s Yard. A mix of pretty turquoise, foliage greens, with hints of floral pinks. It is part of the Summer Garden Mini Collection, a limited edition series celebrating the homely beauty of a seasonal delight that might otherwise be overlooked. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Redyed after @thewoolmontyshow this colourway is a commentary on ...

2025-06-16T07:52:36Z

Redyed after @thewoolmontyshow this colourway is a commentary on misogyny in unapologetic brightest deepest pink. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting mothyandthesquid.com

Moonrise, a pretty mix of greys, light purples and delicate pinks ...

2025-06-14T08:20:30Z

Moonrise, a pretty mix of greys, light purples and delicate pinks reminiscent of moonlight and mountains. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

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A big thank you to everyone who participated in @thewoolmontyshow ...

2025-06-11T08:30:33Z

A big thank you to everyone who participated in @thewoolmontyshow at the weekend, it was a wonderful show! Special thanks to Debbie, Mand and Rosie for organising an amazing event. Shout out to @flameknits and @dyeingmadeeasywool who helped me with improvised additional lighting and Mand (again) for getting the venue lighting adjusted for day two (overhead lights had been set up while the hall was empty and you can see in the photo my stall ended up in its own shadow). Mothyandthesquid.com

All the DK (left) and aran (right) yesterday at @thewoolmontyshow ...

2025-06-09T08:02:23Z

All the DK (left) and aran (right) yesterday at @thewoolmontyshow . Today I will be driving home to Scotland as I learned last year that I could not do a show, pack up, and safely drive all that the same evening. All my online stock is up to date, including the British Birds on Bluefaced Leicester so you can shop now for postage tomorrow. Thank you so much! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #thewoolmonty

I dyed some more “My Life is Lava” for @thewoolmontyshow this ...

2025-06-03T08:16:51Z

I dyed some more “My Life is Lava” for @thewoolmontyshow this weekend in Sheffield. It’s dark black combined with bright UV reactive pink and orange. I’m in at the university today but I will post any last orders placed before the show tomorrow as I pack all the yarn. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

Of all the British Bird yarns, Siskin is the least popular. Of ...

2025-06-02T08:34:32Z

Of all the British Bird yarns, Siskin is the least popular. Of the original batch of five, I’ve only sold two. Despite being yellow, I think they’re cute birds. Remarkably, ten people voted for me to re-dye it! This kind of background noise can make it hard for me to figure out what customers really want repeating and I often default to using past sales as the least unreliable guide.

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All twenty four British Birds colourways. I will be re-dyeing ...

2025-05-27T19:22:35Z

All twenty four British Birds colourways. I will be re-dyeing four of the out of stock ones for @thewoolmontyshow - so which ones should they be? If you are considering buying at the show or online next month, please comment the birds you would like to see return. If it’s in stock, you can get it now. This is a second chance for ones that you missed last time. Thank you for your input! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

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A roundup of the final four British Bird yarns. The series has a ...

2025-05-27T08:16:51Z

A roundup of the final four British Bird yarns. The series has a total of 24 colourways, each carefully matched to a real bird. I’ve read up on every species to write a little blurb to go with the photographs. It’s planned to provide a balance of pretty and fun colours whilst staying true to the inspiration. So take a moment to appreciate the nice images and everything that went into this project. I hope it will make you smile. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #britishbirds

The mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos) is common in wetlands and ...

2025-05-24T10:24:40Z

The mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos) is common in wetlands and urban areas and are known for their dabbling feeding style. The male, or drake, is striking with a glossy green head, white neck ring, chestnut-brown breast, blue wing markings, and yellow bill.

This is part of the British Birds on British Bluefaced Leicester limited edition series. These are the final four colourways, making 24 in all. I have enough yarn left to re-dye four only so please don’t miss out! #mothyandthesquid #yarn

The Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) is the UK’s largest and most ...

2025-05-17T08:52:28Z

The Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) is the UK’s largest and most common pigeon. It has a chunky, grey-blue body with a pinkish breast and white patches on its neck and wings. Its cooing and loud wing clatter are familiar sounds in woodlands and urban areas alike.

British Birds on British Bluefaced Leicester is a limited edition series so please browse it while you can. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet
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Our four tropical fish so far this year. You can sign up to the ...

2025-05-12T09:32:52Z

Our four tropical fish so far this year. You can sign up to the yarn club now and collect the rest. Next year the same colours will fall on the same months so you will get a complete rainbow from any twelve month period, not just from joining in January. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

A selection of sock yarn with cotton instead of nylon. It adds ...

2025-05-08T10:55:48Z

A selection of sock yarn with cotton instead of nylon. It adds durability without nylon and also has the fun property of not taking up the dye so you get this stunning visual effect.

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A new batch of Chaffinch on Bluefaced Leicester. It’s a little ...

2025-05-06T10:21:09Z

A new batch of Chaffinch on Bluefaced Leicester. It’s a little pinker to better differentiate it from the Bullfinch. I am still considering which new birds to dye for @thewoolmontyshow. When I asked for suggestions, many folk listed ones I have already done and even currently have in stock, which seems odd. I think social media does that. But thank you to those who thought of different ones! 💕 #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #britishbirds

A rare moment of relaxation that may have lasted almost two ...

2025-05-05T08:26:18Z

A rare moment of relaxation that may have lasted almost two minutes. We went to Forbidden Planet for free comic book day. I got one of each for the school library. The boys spent all their pocket money!
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“Eurasian Jay in Flight” This medium sized bird has pinkish ...

2025-04-30T07:54:21Z

“Eurasian Jay in Flight” This medium sized bird has pinkish plumage with bright blue patches and black bars, and it has a black tail and white rump visible in flight. Known for its intelligence and mimicry, the jay inhabits mixed woodlands across Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia, often caching acorns that aid forest regeneration. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

The birds (perched on the upper two rows) and the cats (lower two ...

2025-04-26T06:40:02Z

The birds (perched on the upper two rows) and the cats (lower two rows, may try leaping up) for day one at @wonderwoolwales - we are at stand P5, near Mr T & Coffee and the associated seating area. I’m so looking forward to seeing you all! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #wonderwoolwales

Your British Birds bingo card! Sorta. But can you guess which ...

2025-04-22T07:28:59Z

Your British Birds bingo card! Sorta. But can you guess which ones were least popular? I’ll post the answer later. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #britishbirds mothyandthesquid.com

These are the four British Birds I will be re-dyeing on Bluefaced ...

2025-04-20T07:58:45Z

These are the four British Birds I will be re-dyeing on Bluefaced Leicester for @wonderwoolwales based on the votes of people who say they will attend and wish to buy. Thank you to everyone who shared their preferences and I look forward to seeing you all at the show next weekend! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #britishbirds

“Silver Lining”, a beautifully light and joyful silver grey. ...

2025-04-19T07:33:22Z

“Silver Lining”, a beautifully light and joyful silver grey. It’s one of a collection of greys and solid colours that compliments our extensive range of bright variegated and speckled options. Which is your favourite? Mothyandthesquid.com
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March’s Rainbow of Tropical Fish Yarn Club is the orange ...

2025-04-17T07:21:49Z

March’s Rainbow of Tropical Fish Yarn Club is the orange variatus platy fish. There are a few spares available on sock and you can join the club at anytime. Wow, that a year for cats, birds, and fish it has been so far! Which is your favourite?
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Robin https://mothyandthesquid.com/search?q=Bird #yarn ...

2025-04-15T10:19:47Z

Robin https://mothyandthesquid.com/search?q=Bird #yarn #mothyandthesquid

A reel of all the British Birds colourways. Those re-dyed for ...

2025-04-11T06:38:55Z

A reel of all the British Birds colourways. Those re-dyed for Spring into Wool are Robin, Blue Tit, Green Woodpecker, and Kingfisher. If you are hoping to see the bird or cat yarn at the show please stop by first thing as they are very popular just now. May I also suggest that you not put bird and cat yarn in the same bag?!? 🐈 🐣😂 #mothyandthesquid #yarn #springintowool #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

I have Great Tits. They’re a delightful garden bird, with a ...

2025-04-10T07:13:03Z

I have Great Tits. They’re a delightful garden bird, with a glossy black head, white cheeks, and a yellow breast with a distinctive black stripe running down the center. Their wings are blue with a white bar. On an unrelated note, I have perfectly acceptable mammaries. It seemed only right to complete the British Birds on 100% British Bluefaced Leicester with a classic colourway never before available on this yarn base. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

The capercaillie is a large grouse found in Scotland’s ...

2025-04-07T07:11:23Z

The capercaillie is a large grouse found in Scotland’s pinewoods. It is known for its dramatic courtship displays, where males call and displaying their plumage to attract females. British Birds on 100% British Bluefaced Leicester is a limited edition collection.

I am on the road just now so any orders placed this week will be shipped next week. Thank you for your understanding. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet #britishbirds

Moonlit Sky. A variegated mix of rich blues and dark black, ...

2025-02-27T08:48:05Z

Moonlit Sky. A variegated mix of rich blues and dark black, beautiful and deep, like the moonlit sky. I created this effect using dyes that bind to the wool but not the cotton for beautiful glints of white moonlight throughout the skein. It is suitable for socks. #mothyandthesquid #knitting #crochet #yarn mothyandthesquid.com 🧶

A lovable doggie and beautiful scenery. This colourway is ...

2025-02-18T13:34:27Z

A lovable doggie and beautiful scenery. This colourway is tricolour black/brown/white with a friendly border collie as inspiration. Merino/nylon sock yarn seeking adoption! #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet mothyandthesquid.com

When everything is a dumpster fire, at least we have plenty of ...

2025-01-24T10:15:57Z

When everything is a dumpster fire, at least we have plenty of reason to craft. An act of resistance, a restful pastime, a way to connect. Maybe all of the above, but we need these practices.

There’s a red weather warning for wind (danger to life) across our area so I will not be going to the studio and the uni is closed. Instead, I’ll be twisting up all the skeins that are dry and labelling them. #mothyandthesquid #yarn #knitting #crochet

“White Water Lily”, an exclusive new colourway for ...

2024-06-03T09:05:48Z

“White Water Lily”, an exclusive new colourway for @thewoolmontyshow that is *not* available online. I know some people enjoy planning ahead, so that’s why I now put up show specials beforehand instead of afterwards.
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Hello Spring! These adorable nestlings should get you in a ...

2024-03-12T10:06:26Z

Hello Spring! These adorable nestlings should get you in a creative mood. It’s the season of new life, so why not bring your crafting ideas to life too.
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Twelve Days of Christmas! Two options for 4ply/sock miniskein ...

2023-09-18T07:20:23Z

Twelve Days of Christmas! Two options for 4ply/sock miniskein gift sets: 10g and 20g. Both create a bright beautiful rainbow and have a mix of speckled and variegated colourways.

As a special for this year only I have trialled a DK option. It’s all-speckled and is presented in rainbow order.

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