Liz
@lizmakesit.bsky.social
Reader, knitter, sewist, Spoonie. Lover of purple, sparkles and pretty things. She/her. Living in West Oxfordshire, UK.
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So when thousands of women (and children) were being duplicated--including in non-consensual AI porn--it was no big deal. But it took "only a 15-sec clip" of these two famous white men to draw outrage and fear. Gotcha. Cool cool.
It took only a 15-second clip of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt duking it out on a crumbling rooftop — made by A.I. with a two-sentence prompt and the click of a button — to draw swift outrage, and sizable fear, from Hollywood.
"It’s nothing short of terrifying," one scriptwriter said.
"It’s nothing short of terrifying," one scriptwriter said.
Why an A.I. Video of Tom Cruise Battling Brad Pitt Spooked Hollywood
A 15-second clip created by an artificial intelligence tool owned by the Chinese technology company ByteDance appears more cinematic than anything so far.
nyti.ms
February 16, 2026 at 8:36 PM
So when thousands of women (and children) were being duplicated--including in non-consensual AI porn--it was no big deal. But it took "only a 15-sec clip" of these two famous white men to draw outrage and fear. Gotcha. Cool cool.
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There's now a collection of 10 (2 have been snapped up already) one-off pieces I've made using Victorian and Edwardian lockets, stamp holders, charms & recycled silver casts of small nature finds in my etsy shop: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
February 15, 2026 at 8:33 PM
There's now a collection of 10 (2 have been snapped up already) one-off pieces I've made using Victorian and Edwardian lockets, stamp holders, charms & recycled silver casts of small nature finds in my etsy shop: www.etsy.com/uk/shop/silv...
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In incredible news, the European Parliament has voted overwhelmingly for "The Full Recognition Of Trans Women As Women."
Even the center-right European People's Party voted for the declaration.
It will form a foundation for their position at the UN Commission on the Status of Women.
Our latest.
Even the center-right European People's Party voted for the declaration.
It will form a foundation for their position at the UN Commission on the Status of Women.
Our latest.
European Parliament Votes Overwhelmingly For "The Full Recognition Of Trans Women As Women"
The resolution, though nonbinding, is a significant shot at those who seek to erode transgender rights on the continent.
www.erininthemorning.com
February 13, 2026 at 5:17 PM
In incredible news, the European Parliament has voted overwhelmingly for "The Full Recognition Of Trans Women As Women."
Even the center-right European People's Party voted for the declaration.
It will form a foundation for their position at the UN Commission on the Status of Women.
Our latest.
Even the center-right European People's Party voted for the declaration.
It will form a foundation for their position at the UN Commission on the Status of Women.
Our latest.
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So if you're at a loose end this Valentines weekend and near or in London and love books, how about discovering a few bookshops by bookshopcrawling. Self guided ones as well. You can download a guide to bookshops in London and self guided routes #Booksky #Bookshopcrawling
February 13, 2026 at 8:53 AM
So if you're at a loose end this Valentines weekend and near or in London and love books, how about discovering a few bookshops by bookshopcrawling. Self guided ones as well. You can download a guide to bookshops in London and self guided routes #Booksky #Bookshopcrawling
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Please everyone when guidance is available PLEASE RESPOND to this consultation- we need supportive voices to be heard, especially parents and carers of kids.
ALSO scotland currently has its consultation ongoing for its version of this. its better but not much
www.scottishtrans.org/protect-tran...
ALSO scotland currently has its consultation ongoing for its version of this. its better but not much
www.scottishtrans.org/protect-tran...
Protect Trans Pupils: Respond to the Scottish Government's consultation on schools buildings regulations - Scottish Trans
www.scottishtrans.org
February 12, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Please everyone when guidance is available PLEASE RESPOND to this consultation- we need supportive voices to be heard, especially parents and carers of kids.
ALSO scotland currently has its consultation ongoing for its version of this. its better but not much
www.scottishtrans.org/protect-tran...
ALSO scotland currently has its consultation ongoing for its version of this. its better but not much
www.scottishtrans.org/protect-tran...
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Hello lovely people, just in case you need to snatch up a small moment of happiness today, you can find Tiny Moments of Joy here in both print and ebook form.
www.swashbucklerpress.com/tiny-moments...
www.swashbucklerpress.com/tiny-moments...
Tiny Moments of Joy | Swashbuckler Press
Delightful moments captured from people watching in a small city in Aotearoa New Zealand.
www.swashbucklerpress.com
February 12, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Hello lovely people, just in case you need to snatch up a small moment of happiness today, you can find Tiny Moments of Joy here in both print and ebook form.
www.swashbucklerpress.com/tiny-moments...
www.swashbucklerpress.com/tiny-moments...
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C. S. Lewis tried to warn us about AI
![[“Take my advice, when you meet anything that’s going to be human and isn’t yet, or used to be human once and isn’t now, or ought to be human and isn’t, you keep your eyes on it and feel for your hatchet.” — Mr Beaver, The Lion, The Witch & the Wardrobe]](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:hppum4l25hcczzffastsicpq/bafkreihhidhwl25tow22vbq3xkki6olpr4wmt2dtv6inh3dlcpwlxoyjha@jpeg)
February 11, 2026 at 9:29 PM
C. S. Lewis tried to warn us about AI
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This applies to young people too, if ANYTHING changes with your bowel health, ask your GP for this simple test 👇
Colonoscopy is the gold standard for diagnosing bowel cancer, but a very helpful home test is also available — the FIT test is normally done as part of screening after age 50, but you can ask your GP for it if you have any changes in your bowel movements
www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-...
www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-...
Bowel cancer screening | Bowel Cancer UK
Learn about the different screening programmes currently in use across the UK and what tests are available.
www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk
February 11, 2026 at 8:48 PM
This applies to young people too, if ANYTHING changes with your bowel health, ask your GP for this simple test 👇
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This #buyastrangerabook day offer from @jhelenparker.bsky.social is still unclaimed.
ANY book by Brene Brown.
If there's one you want, just ask and Helen will buy it for you.
(UK only)
ANY book by Brene Brown.
If there's one you want, just ask and Helen will buy it for you.
(UK only)
Here's a fantastic #buyastrangerabook day offer from @jhelenparker.bsky.social .
Helen's offering to buy someone a copy of any of Brene Brown's books.
Helen recommends The Gifts of Imperfection, but it's up to you.
If there's one you'd like let us know!
UK only.
Helen's offering to buy someone a copy of any of Brene Brown's books.
Helen recommends The Gifts of Imperfection, but it's up to you.
If there's one you'd like let us know!
UK only.
February 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM
This #buyastrangerabook day offer from @jhelenparker.bsky.social is still unclaimed.
ANY book by Brene Brown.
If there's one you want, just ask and Helen will buy it for you.
(UK only)
ANY book by Brene Brown.
If there's one you want, just ask and Helen will buy it for you.
(UK only)
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It's #buyastrangerabook day.
If you'd like a book, but aren't sure what, let @melissaschuh.bsky.social know the kinda stuff you like reading.
Melissa will send you a choice of 4 books.
Choose your favourite & Melissa will pay for it!
Get in touch!
Melissa's offering TWO books today!
UK only.
If you'd like a book, but aren't sure what, let @melissaschuh.bsky.social know the kinda stuff you like reading.
Melissa will send you a choice of 4 books.
Choose your favourite & Melissa will pay for it!
Get in touch!
Melissa's offering TWO books today!
UK only.
I had some disappointing news today, so to cheer up I’ll buy two strangers a book #BuyAStrangerABook .
Personalised recommendations are my jam, so just remember to mention what you like to read and I’ll suggest accordingly 📚
@biggreenbooks.bsky.social
Personalised recommendations are my jam, so just remember to mention what you like to read and I’ll suggest accordingly 📚
@biggreenbooks.bsky.social
February 11, 2026 at 7:13 PM
It's #buyastrangerabook day.
If you'd like a book, but aren't sure what, let @melissaschuh.bsky.social know the kinda stuff you like reading.
Melissa will send you a choice of 4 books.
Choose your favourite & Melissa will pay for it!
Get in touch!
Melissa's offering TWO books today!
UK only.
If you'd like a book, but aren't sure what, let @melissaschuh.bsky.social know the kinda stuff you like reading.
Melissa will send you a choice of 4 books.
Choose your favourite & Melissa will pay for it!
Get in touch!
Melissa's offering TWO books today!
UK only.
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Here's another #buyastrangerabook day offer for you.
@whyalice24.bsky.social is offering to buy someone a book by either Percival Everett book or Olga Tokarczuk.
I've attached a pic of a few titles.
If you'd like one, let us know.
UK ony
@whyalice24.bsky.social is offering to buy someone a book by either Percival Everett book or Olga Tokarczuk.
I've attached a pic of a few titles.
If you'd like one, let us know.
UK ony
February 11, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Here's another #buyastrangerabook day offer for you.
@whyalice24.bsky.social is offering to buy someone a book by either Percival Everett book or Olga Tokarczuk.
I've attached a pic of a few titles.
If you'd like one, let us know.
UK ony
@whyalice24.bsky.social is offering to buy someone a book by either Percival Everett book or Olga Tokarczuk.
I've attached a pic of a few titles.
If you'd like one, let us know.
UK ony
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Read this thread, and respond - you only have a short time. I find these proposals inhumane, unjustifiable and sickening. If you have an ounce of decency, you probably will too.
So tell the govt, asap.
www.gov.uk/government/c...
So tell the govt, asap.
www.gov.uk/government/c...
February 11, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Read this thread, and respond - you only have a short time. I find these proposals inhumane, unjustifiable and sickening. If you have an ounce of decency, you probably will too.
So tell the govt, asap.
www.gov.uk/government/c...
So tell the govt, asap.
www.gov.uk/government/c...
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I still have a few spaces on my 28 Feb botanical illustration & mental health w'shop
I teach you
🌿how to break plants down to simple shapes & add shading
🧠how creative activity alters brain biochemistry to improve mental health
Earlybird price expires 14 Feb
workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/bota...
I teach you
🌿how to break plants down to simple shapes & add shading
🧠how creative activity alters brain biochemistry to improve mental health
Earlybird price expires 14 Feb
workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/bota...
February 10, 2026 at 7:27 PM
I still have a few spaces on my 28 Feb botanical illustration & mental health w'shop
I teach you
🌿how to break plants down to simple shapes & add shading
🧠how creative activity alters brain biochemistry to improve mental health
Earlybird price expires 14 Feb
workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/bota...
I teach you
🌿how to break plants down to simple shapes & add shading
🧠how creative activity alters brain biochemistry to improve mental health
Earlybird price expires 14 Feb
workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/bota...
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MY BIG CLEAR OUT!
Here are 3 shelves of my books in A-Z order by author.
You can have any 2 for £10 (free P+P).
Please share (and buy).
UK only.
Here are 3 shelves of my books in A-Z order by author.
You can have any 2 for £10 (free P+P).
Please share (and buy).
UK only.
February 10, 2026 at 1:46 PM
MY BIG CLEAR OUT!
Here are 3 shelves of my books in A-Z order by author.
You can have any 2 for £10 (free P+P).
Please share (and buy).
UK only.
Here are 3 shelves of my books in A-Z order by author.
You can have any 2 for £10 (free P+P).
Please share (and buy).
UK only.
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Sebastian has been scandalizing polite society with his scientific theories of sexual inheritance. But there’s one small problem. They’re not his theories. They’re Violet’s.
/jb
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Count...
Apple: itunes.apple.com/us/...
/jb
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Count...
Apple: itunes.apple.com/us/...
February 9, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Sebastian has been scandalizing polite society with his scientific theories of sexual inheritance. But there’s one small problem. They’re not his theories. They’re Violet’s.
/jb
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Count...
Apple: itunes.apple.com/us/...
/jb
Amazon: www.amazon.com/Count...
Apple: itunes.apple.com/us/...
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When we win, we must take our children to the places we tear down. We must tell them what happened and how it happened. And teach them so that they learn not to do evil again.
February 9, 2026 at 7:18 PM
When we win, we must take our children to the places we tear down. We must tell them what happened and how it happened. And teach them so that they learn not to do evil again.
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🚨The UK-France 'one in, one out' deal must end.
The UN has called for the UK and France to halt the cruel 'one in, one out' scheme, warning there could "serious violations of international human rights law."
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026... 1/3
The UN has called for the UK and France to halt the cruel 'one in, one out' scheme, warning there could "serious violations of international human rights law."
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026... 1/3
UK and France asylum deal could violate human rights laws, warns UN
Experts identify potentially serious breaches over treatment of people and call for ‘one in, one out’ scheme to end
www.theguardian.com
February 9, 2026 at 6:33 PM
🚨The UK-France 'one in, one out' deal must end.
The UN has called for the UK and France to halt the cruel 'one in, one out' scheme, warning there could "serious violations of international human rights law."
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026... 1/3
The UN has called for the UK and France to halt the cruel 'one in, one out' scheme, warning there could "serious violations of international human rights law."
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026... 1/3
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Okay things are getting serious this week. It's Monday night and it's 5pm so it's time for EPISODE 5 of 'How light is it in #Orkney at 5pm this week?'
BRACE YOURSELF.
We started the year in darkness, but already it's THIS LIGHT! 💡
BRACE YOURSELF.
We started the year in darkness, but already it's THIS LIGHT! 💡
February 9, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Okay things are getting serious this week. It's Monday night and it's 5pm so it's time for EPISODE 5 of 'How light is it in #Orkney at 5pm this week?'
BRACE YOURSELF.
We started the year in darkness, but already it's THIS LIGHT! 💡
BRACE YOURSELF.
We started the year in darkness, but already it's THIS LIGHT! 💡
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Hey everyone, this recall has been expanded. If you formula feed, please check your supply.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
February 7, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Hey everyone, this recall has been expanded. If you formula feed, please check your supply.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
An insurance company in South Africa seems to mistakenly have my email address in the details for someone’s life insurance application. I got three emails about that and one about her funeral plan.
February 6, 2026 at 8:42 PM
An insurance company in South Africa seems to mistakenly have my email address in the details for someone’s life insurance application. I got three emails about that and one about her funeral plan.
Too tired to make even a token resistance to husband’s suggestion of getting dinner delivered!
February 6, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Too tired to make even a token resistance to husband’s suggestion of getting dinner delivered!
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I skipped last week's newsletter and this one is late.
But here we are: a very short and harried newsletter that talks about helping people in the Twin Cities paying rent.
But here we are: a very short and harried newsletter that talks about helping people in the Twin Cities paying rent.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:34 PM
I skipped last week's newsletter and this one is late.
But here we are: a very short and harried newsletter that talks about helping people in the Twin Cities paying rent.
But here we are: a very short and harried newsletter that talks about helping people in the Twin Cities paying rent.
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Two important things:
1) after tomorrow the sun will not set before 5pm again in the UK…until October
2) if you’re struggling just now *please* be kind to yourself
1) after tomorrow the sun will not set before 5pm again in the UK…until October
2) if you’re struggling just now *please* be kind to yourself
February 5, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Two important things:
1) after tomorrow the sun will not set before 5pm again in the UK…until October
2) if you’re struggling just now *please* be kind to yourself
1) after tomorrow the sun will not set before 5pm again in the UK…until October
2) if you’re struggling just now *please* be kind to yourself
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Hey, several batches of baby formula from a couple different brands in the uk and Europe have been recalled for contamination causing illness: if you formula feed, check your supply. Info here:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
At least 36 UK infants ill after drinking contaminated baby formula
It comes after some batches made by Nestle and Danone were recalled after being contaminated with a toxin.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 1:42 PM
Hey, several batches of baby formula from a couple different brands in the uk and Europe have been recalled for contamination causing illness: if you formula feed, check your supply. Info here:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Here's an amazing #buyastrangerabook day offer from @lizmakesit.bsky.social that I missed when Liz sent it. I'm a doofus.
Liz is offering to buy someone whatever book they'd like, up to £20!
So, if there's a particular title you're after, get in touch.
UK only
Liz is offering to buy someone whatever book they'd like, up to £20!
So, if there's a particular title you're after, get in touch.
UK only
Hi Simon, I’d like to buy a stranger a book tomorrow - up to £20.00. I might not be online until later in the day, so thought I’d get my offer to you now. #BuyAStrangerABookDay
February 4, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Here's an amazing #buyastrangerabook day offer from @lizmakesit.bsky.social that I missed when Liz sent it. I'm a doofus.
Liz is offering to buy someone whatever book they'd like, up to £20!
So, if there's a particular title you're after, get in touch.
UK only
Liz is offering to buy someone whatever book they'd like, up to £20!
So, if there's a particular title you're after, get in touch.
UK only