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Becnick’s Wonder Emporium

Posted on March 19, 2011 by

Geoff and I met with Lillian and Ryan for the opening of Becnick’s Wonder Emporium in Chester. Lillian has a vintage clothing, jewellery and accessories in there, and Ryan is selling his paper craft Doctor Whos. We were treated to more »

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The 1911 Transport Strike

Posted on March 18, 2011 by

Tonight I went to METAL to listen to a talk about the 1911 Transport Strike. I barely knew anything about the strike beforehand so this was a real eye opener. This is the story of a great people’s victory over more »

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John Barry Evening

Posted on March 12, 2011 by

Tonight was Icarus’ birthday and we met up with a large contingent from The League, The Flaneurs and Ruritanians for the John Barry Night at the Kazimier. The evening was James Bond themed and attendees were glamourous in their evening more »

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Origami Workshop at METAL

Posted on March 10, 2011 by

George and I did the Origami Workshop at Metal. We learned how to make lilies and orchids, but failed miserably making a chrysanthemums. It was fun! Related Posts:Victorian Christmas at Edge HillMaking Sock PuppetsEdge Hill Archives LaunchRadio Arduino – Classic more »

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Skinner: The Superstitious Pigeon

Posted on March 9, 2011 by

I am making pigeon a puppet. This is my first prototype. He’s made from five polyfoam sheets, all cut from the same template. His wings can open and flap too! Related Posts:Edgy: The Railway CabaretThem pidgins are up to summat!The more »

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Chrysalis

Posted on March 6, 2011 by

I went to see Julie perform with the Liverpool Lantern Company in Chrysalis in Walton Hall Park. This was a Spring Lantern Carnival. A community event engaging many local primary schools. The story involved a caterpillar transforming into butterflies. Told more »

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