When I first took up crochet I didn't have any stitch markers, I didn't even know stitch markers existed. It wasn't long before I knew about them and I learnt the value of using stitch markers, aka stitch savers. That first frustrating experience of when a project accidentally unravels because there's nothing holding onto the stitch to stop it coming undone or your crochet circle grows in ways it isn't supposed to and the worth of this tiny tool became obvious very quickly. But there are so many styles of stitch marker to choose from, locking, circle, coil-less, plastic, safety pins, thread, 3D printed... does it really make a difference which one you use? Is it just how pretty they are? I walk you through a dozen different stitch markers from items you have lying around your home to the fancy artisan styles. I share with you what features to look for and those that don't really hold up to the task.
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What a fab series of photos - you were very privileged to get so close :) #MySundayphoto
ReplyDeleteI certainly feel privileged. It's not something I expect I will ever have the chance to see again.
Deletei love these shots stella and am jealous that you got to see all this beauty. well done.
ReplyDeleteIt was such a chance thing. We have never ever gone to this park before. We couldn't have been luckier!
DeleteWhat an amazing collection of photos, so stunning
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Thank you so much for your wonderful #Mysundayphoto linky party every week http://onedad3girls.com/my-sunday-photo/
DeleteWonderful close up's as ever, you are so clever at these
ReplyDeleteI do a lot of heavy cropping truth be told. It's the best thing about my DSLR.
Deletelovely! guess spiderwebs aren't sticky? otherwise, Mrs. Willy would get stuck to the nest lol. Love how you get those action shots!
ReplyDeleteI guess she has her secret ways! She ads little feathers too for making it soft and cosy for her chicks.
DeleteI think you did a great job with the photos. The subject was super fast and yet you got excellent shots that told a whole story.
ReplyDeleteReally nice. :)
I took a gazillion shots! I'm pleased I was able to get a couple.
DeleteWhat lovely pictures, though you wish it was sharper. Love the 3rd picture ... what a tender capture of the Willie's wings. I didn't know there was more than one kind of Magpie. Wow, what a wonderful world, hey! #CommentLuv
ReplyDeleteThat is my favourite too! One in a million (for me anyway). Yes, our Aussie magpies aren't even related to the European magpie. I guess they just reminded the early settlers of the one from home and that's how we came to call it a magpie. (I'm guessing though) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Australian_magpie
DeleteAmazing subject indeed! I love nest and its my dream to own one. I find them wonderful! #mysundayphoto
ReplyDeleteThere seems to be something magical about nests and guess they are in their own way ensuring lovely little chicks grow up.
DeleteThe lack of sharpness doesn't show! They're amazing photos. How long did it take to get the nest to that size I wonder.
ReplyDeleteI wondered the exact same thing! I wish I knew. Days I think.
DeleteLovely to get close enough to take these shots and to see a range of behaviour.
ReplyDeleteIt surely was Erica. I doubt I'll ever have such a wonderful opportunity again.
DeleteSome really lovely photographs and a compelling story.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you enjoyed them ;0)
DeleteA great set of photos...I know he was too fast but I really like the shadow! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sort of glad he was too fast, I'm not sure I would have noticed the shadow other wise =)
DeleteAw, these shots are fabulous and I love the fact the wagtails use spider webs in their nests. How lucky you were to get so close. I am looking forward to your summer posts to keep us all warm on #AnimalTales as we, in the Northern Hemisphere, head into winter now.
ReplyDeleteI promise to bring you lots of lovely sunshine right through all your cold weather!
Deletewhat a lovely selection of photographs, i particularly like the one with the shadow
ReplyDeleteI'm rather a fan of the shadow shot too.
DeleteOh, these are so gorgeous shots !!! Beautiful birds ! I like those white accents on their feathers !!
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These are truly one of my most favourite birds ever. They just have so much personality and they're so fearless. You have to admire them.
DeleteSo beautiful, and a love story to boot!
ReplyDeleteI think Willie wagtails are my number one favourite bird - such a little bird, such a big personality.
DeleteThat large bird in the second and third photos is freaky looking. Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds really did a number on me.Scary stuff.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of 'The Birds' before, I think I'll steer clear. It's an Australian magpie.
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