Ian Fountain
@idfount.bsky.social
Lancastrian in Cheshire, UK. Bowel cancer survivor. My wife died from the same cancer. Father of Sunshine No.1
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Saddened to hear of the death, aged 99, of Hillhead boy, Stanley Baxter, but what a run!
From BBC Children's Hour to the Five Past Eight Shows, pantomime to Parliamo Glasgow, global TV fame to his later BBC Radio plays, Stan was the man.
From BBC Children's Hour to the Five Past Eight Shows, pantomime to Parliamo Glasgow, global TV fame to his later BBC Radio plays, Stan was the man.
December 12, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Saddened to hear of the death, aged 99, of Hillhead boy, Stanley Baxter, but what a run!
From BBC Children's Hour to the Five Past Eight Shows, pantomime to Parliamo Glasgow, global TV fame to his later BBC Radio plays, Stan was the man.
From BBC Children's Hour to the Five Past Eight Shows, pantomime to Parliamo Glasgow, global TV fame to his later BBC Radio plays, Stan was the man.
It's a beautiful sunny day for a walk.
November 25, 2025 at 12:30 PM
It's a beautiful sunny day for a walk.
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Yesterday marked 11 years since I left my career in Civil Service Project Management after 21 years!
I cried as I cycled away from the office, wondering if I'd made a terrible mistake leaving a secure, well paid, flexible job with a good pension 😰.
But what an 11 years it has been!
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I cried as I cycled away from the office, wondering if I'd made a terrible mistake leaving a secure, well paid, flexible job with a good pension 😰.
But what an 11 years it has been!
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November 1, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Yesterday marked 11 years since I left my career in Civil Service Project Management after 21 years!
I cried as I cycled away from the office, wondering if I'd made a terrible mistake leaving a secure, well paid, flexible job with a good pension 😰.
But what an 11 years it has been!
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I cried as I cycled away from the office, wondering if I'd made a terrible mistake leaving a secure, well paid, flexible job with a good pension 😰.
But what an 11 years it has been!
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We were excited to unpack a big box from @prismofstarlings recently, especially as it had brand new gifts inside!
These sets of 4 badges are so lovely & they're the perfect stocking fillers.
The physical shop is closed on Mondays but the online shop is always open at www.sunshineno1.com.
Suzi ☀️
These sets of 4 badges are so lovely & they're the perfect stocking fillers.
The physical shop is closed on Mondays but the online shop is always open at www.sunshineno1.com.
Suzi ☀️
October 27, 2025 at 8:25 AM
We were excited to unpack a big box from @prismofstarlings recently, especially as it had brand new gifts inside!
These sets of 4 badges are so lovely & they're the perfect stocking fillers.
The physical shop is closed on Mondays but the online shop is always open at www.sunshineno1.com.
Suzi ☀️
These sets of 4 badges are so lovely & they're the perfect stocking fillers.
The physical shop is closed on Mondays but the online shop is always open at www.sunshineno1.com.
Suzi ☀️
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The beautiful diaries are back for 2026 🥳!
For several years now we've had these diaries from lovely Kirsty at @prismofstarlings and I'm thrilled they're back for 2026!
There are new designs available as well as old favourites (Goldfinch Girl will always be mine!).
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For several years now we've had these diaries from lovely Kirsty at @prismofstarlings and I'm thrilled they're back for 2026!
There are new designs available as well as old favourites (Goldfinch Girl will always be mine!).
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October 25, 2025 at 8:03 AM
The beautiful diaries are back for 2026 🥳!
For several years now we've had these diaries from lovely Kirsty at @prismofstarlings and I'm thrilled they're back for 2026!
There are new designs available as well as old favourites (Goldfinch Girl will always be mine!).
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For several years now we've had these diaries from lovely Kirsty at @prismofstarlings and I'm thrilled they're back for 2026!
There are new designs available as well as old favourites (Goldfinch Girl will always be mine!).
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It's miserable & grey outside but we've got bright & happy vibes ready & waiting for you!
I've picked out some yellow gifts to brighten up your feed & life 💛!
We're open today (Sun) 10.30-4.30 - come in out of the rain!
You can also browse online at www.sunshineno1.com
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️ x
I've picked out some yellow gifts to brighten up your feed & life 💛!
We're open today (Sun) 10.30-4.30 - come in out of the rain!
You can also browse online at www.sunshineno1.com
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️ x
October 26, 2025 at 10:45 AM
It's miserable & grey outside but we've got bright & happy vibes ready & waiting for you!
I've picked out some yellow gifts to brighten up your feed & life 💛!
We're open today (Sun) 10.30-4.30 - come in out of the rain!
You can also browse online at www.sunshineno1.com
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️ x
I've picked out some yellow gifts to brighten up your feed & life 💛!
We're open today (Sun) 10.30-4.30 - come in out of the rain!
You can also browse online at www.sunshineno1.com
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️ x
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Our card loyalty cards have been getting a lot of use recently!
I emptied this batch from the till yesterday and there were 55!
That's over £165 worth of free cards given to say thank you for your loyalty 🥰.
We REALLY appreciate you choosing to buy your cards from us!
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I emptied this batch from the till yesterday and there were 55!
That's over £165 worth of free cards given to say thank you for your loyalty 🥰.
We REALLY appreciate you choosing to buy your cards from us!
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October 12, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Our card loyalty cards have been getting a lot of use recently!
I emptied this batch from the till yesterday and there were 55!
That's over £165 worth of free cards given to say thank you for your loyalty 🥰.
We REALLY appreciate you choosing to buy your cards from us!
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I emptied this batch from the till yesterday and there were 55!
That's over £165 worth of free cards given to say thank you for your loyalty 🥰.
We REALLY appreciate you choosing to buy your cards from us!
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Photos from today's walk, including through Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden, Cheshire.
October 10, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Photos from today's walk, including through Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden, Cheshire.
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Fed up with a messy worktop or table?
Keep your kitchen clean with these cute ceramic spoon rests from Old Rossland Pottery!
They're the perfect little helpers to stop drips & mess 🥄.
Find them in the bricks and mortar shop or online 👉 www.sunshineno1.com
Suzi ☀️ x
Keep your kitchen clean with these cute ceramic spoon rests from Old Rossland Pottery!
They're the perfect little helpers to stop drips & mess 🥄.
Find them in the bricks and mortar shop or online 👉 www.sunshineno1.com
Suzi ☀️ x
October 1, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Fed up with a messy worktop or table?
Keep your kitchen clean with these cute ceramic spoon rests from Old Rossland Pottery!
They're the perfect little helpers to stop drips & mess 🥄.
Find them in the bricks and mortar shop or online 👉 www.sunshineno1.com
Suzi ☀️ x
Keep your kitchen clean with these cute ceramic spoon rests from Old Rossland Pottery!
They're the perfect little helpers to stop drips & mess 🥄.
Find them in the bricks and mortar shop or online 👉 www.sunshineno1.com
Suzi ☀️ x
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Question! Should we stock these herb strippers?
I asked the lovely Old Rossland Pottery to make one especially for me & this was their prototype!
I absolutely love it & used it for coriander & parsley in last night's dish (cod with chickpeas & chermoula - see the end of the clip).
I asked the lovely Old Rossland Pottery to make one especially for me & this was their prototype!
I absolutely love it & used it for coriander & parsley in last night's dish (cod with chickpeas & chermoula - see the end of the clip).
September 12, 2025 at 7:15 AM
Question! Should we stock these herb strippers?
I asked the lovely Old Rossland Pottery to make one especially for me & this was their prototype!
I absolutely love it & used it for coriander & parsley in last night's dish (cod with chickpeas & chermoula - see the end of the clip).
I asked the lovely Old Rossland Pottery to make one especially for me & this was their prototype!
I absolutely love it & used it for coriander & parsley in last night's dish (cod with chickpeas & chermoula - see the end of the clip).
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As Depeche Mode sang - We just can't get enough of these candles!
Brand new in from @paintspylons they're fun & smell incredible (just like I imagine Olivia Coleman to be 😄!).
We're open 11-4 today & always open online - www.sunshineno1.com.
Have a superb Sunday! Suzi ☀️
Brand new in from @paintspylons they're fun & smell incredible (just like I imagine Olivia Coleman to be 😄!).
We're open 11-4 today & always open online - www.sunshineno1.com.
Have a superb Sunday! Suzi ☀️
September 7, 2025 at 9:26 AM
As Depeche Mode sang - We just can't get enough of these candles!
Brand new in from @paintspylons they're fun & smell incredible (just like I imagine Olivia Coleman to be 😄!).
We're open 11-4 today & always open online - www.sunshineno1.com.
Have a superb Sunday! Suzi ☀️
Brand new in from @paintspylons they're fun & smell incredible (just like I imagine Olivia Coleman to be 😄!).
We're open 11-4 today & always open online - www.sunshineno1.com.
Have a superb Sunday! Suzi ☀️
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“We’re not doing polio shots anymore. But you do have iron lung coverage.” This seems to be RFKJ’s vision for public health in the United States. Cartoon by @dennisgoris.bsky.social
September 6, 2025 at 1:38 PM
“We’re not doing polio shots anymore. But you do have iron lung coverage.” This seems to be RFKJ’s vision for public health in the United States. Cartoon by @dennisgoris.bsky.social
Another lovely day for a walk.
September 5, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Another lovely day for a walk.
Views on today's walk
September 2, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Views on today's walk
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These amazing smelling soaps, candles & solid shampoos arrived on Tuesday 💛!
Jill, from Creiff based Planet Soap makes them all - she brought them down & now the shop smells incredible.
Find all her products here:
sunshineno1.com/search?q=Plane…
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
Jill, from Creiff based Planet Soap makes them all - she brought them down & now the shop smells incredible.
Find all her products here:
sunshineno1.com/search?q=Plane…
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
August 21, 2025 at 9:12 AM
These amazing smelling soaps, candles & solid shampoos arrived on Tuesday 💛!
Jill, from Creiff based Planet Soap makes them all - she brought them down & now the shop smells incredible.
Find all her products here:
sunshineno1.com/search?q=Plane…
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
Jill, from Creiff based Planet Soap makes them all - she brought them down & now the shop smells incredible.
Find all her products here:
sunshineno1.com/search?q=Plane…
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
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Brand new designs just in!
These Scottish tote bags, mugs & coasters from @clairebarclaydraws are so much fun & guaranteed to make anyone smile 🤩!
I'm heading into the shop now, ready to open at 10.
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
P.s. find these & much more at www.sunshineno1.com
These Scottish tote bags, mugs & coasters from @clairebarclaydraws are so much fun & guaranteed to make anyone smile 🤩!
I'm heading into the shop now, ready to open at 10.
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
P.s. find these & much more at www.sunshineno1.com
August 23, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Brand new designs just in!
These Scottish tote bags, mugs & coasters from @clairebarclaydraws are so much fun & guaranteed to make anyone smile 🤩!
I'm heading into the shop now, ready to open at 10.
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
P.s. find these & much more at www.sunshineno1.com
These Scottish tote bags, mugs & coasters from @clairebarclaydraws are so much fun & guaranteed to make anyone smile 🤩!
I'm heading into the shop now, ready to open at 10.
Have a great day! Suzi ☀️
P.s. find these & much more at www.sunshineno1.com
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Have a super Sunday everyone and don't forget, we're open today (Sunday) from 11-4 if you need a card or gift! Suzi ☀️
P.s. find both brooches and more in store or online here: sunshineno1.com/search?q=Suz...
P.s. find both brooches and more in store or online here: sunshineno1.com/search?q=Suz...
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Contemporary Scottish gifts for modern living. All art and gifts lovingly created here in Scotland! Sunshine No.1 in Mount Florida, Glasgow sells work from artists and makers living in Scotland. From ...
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August 24, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Have a super Sunday everyone and don't forget, we're open today (Sunday) from 11-4 if you need a card or gift! Suzi ☀️
P.s. find both brooches and more in store or online here: sunshineno1.com/search?q=Suz...
P.s. find both brooches and more in store or online here: sunshineno1.com/search?q=Suz...
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Morning!
I've been asked a few times recently for brooches so when I was at my bench this week I had fun making these 2 sterling silver brooch pins.
The 'spiral roots' can be worn with the spiral hanging free, allowing movement, or with the pin overlapping and fixing it in a static position.
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I've been asked a few times recently for brooches so when I was at my bench this week I had fun making these 2 sterling silver brooch pins.
The 'spiral roots' can be worn with the spiral hanging free, allowing movement, or with the pin overlapping and fixing it in a static position.
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August 24, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Morning!
I've been asked a few times recently for brooches so when I was at my bench this week I had fun making these 2 sterling silver brooch pins.
The 'spiral roots' can be worn with the spiral hanging free, allowing movement, or with the pin overlapping and fixing it in a static position.
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I've been asked a few times recently for brooches so when I was at my bench this week I had fun making these 2 sterling silver brooch pins.
The 'spiral roots' can be worn with the spiral hanging free, allowing movement, or with the pin overlapping and fixing it in a static position.
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A rather gorgeous 1906 red sandstone corner tenement on Cathcart Road in the Mount Florida area of Glasgow.
#glasgow #architecture #architecturephotography #tenement #glasgowtenements
#glasgow #architecture #architecturephotography #tenement #glasgowtenements
August 16, 2025 at 7:55 AM
A rather gorgeous 1906 red sandstone corner tenement on Cathcart Road in the Mount Florida area of Glasgow.
#glasgow #architecture #architecturephotography #tenement #glasgowtenements
#glasgow #architecture #architecturephotography #tenement #glasgowtenements
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And, even better, the wicking cord enables your plant to self-regulate its own water intake so it means no more unhappy plants!
Fabulous 🤩!
Find them in store or online - sunshineno1.com/search?q=POTR!
Have a terrific Tuesday! Suzi ☀️
Fabulous 🤩!
Find them in store or online - sunshineno1.com/search?q=POTR!
Have a terrific Tuesday! Suzi ☀️
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Contemporary Scottish gifts for modern living. All art and gifts lovingly created here in Scotland! Sunshine No.1 in Mount Florida, Glasgow sells work from artists and makers living in Scotland. From ...
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August 19, 2025 at 7:48 AM
And, even better, the wicking cord enables your plant to self-regulate its own water intake so it means no more unhappy plants!
Fabulous 🤩!
Find them in store or online - sunshineno1.com/search?q=POTR!
Have a terrific Tuesday! Suzi ☀️
Fabulous 🤩!
Find them in store or online - sunshineno1.com/search?q=POTR!
Have a terrific Tuesday! Suzi ☀️
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Are you looking for a really cool housewarming gift or pop of funky colour for your own home?
You can't go wrong with these super funky, self watering origami plant pots from Glasgow based POTR!
We've got all these colours & they come in 3 different sizes - perfect for your houseplants 🪴.
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You can't go wrong with these super funky, self watering origami plant pots from Glasgow based POTR!
We've got all these colours & they come in 3 different sizes - perfect for your houseplants 🪴.
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August 19, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Are you looking for a really cool housewarming gift or pop of funky colour for your own home?
You can't go wrong with these super funky, self watering origami plant pots from Glasgow based POTR!
We've got all these colours & they come in 3 different sizes - perfect for your houseplants 🪴.
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You can't go wrong with these super funky, self watering origami plant pots from Glasgow based POTR!
We've got all these colours & they come in 3 different sizes - perfect for your houseplants 🪴.
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I've been off for a few days celebrating mine and my dad's birthdays!
We've had a great time eating well and being tourists around the Central Belt 😄!
Back to normal today as I'm getting ready to head into the shop ⏰.
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone!
Suzi ☀️
We've had a great time eating well and being tourists around the Central Belt 😄!
Back to normal today as I'm getting ready to head into the shop ⏰.
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone!
Suzi ☀️
August 20, 2025 at 7:35 AM
I've been off for a few days celebrating mine and my dad's birthdays!
We've had a great time eating well and being tourists around the Central Belt 😄!
Back to normal today as I'm getting ready to head into the shop ⏰.
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone!
Suzi ☀️
We've had a great time eating well and being tourists around the Central Belt 😄!
Back to normal today as I'm getting ready to head into the shop ⏰.
Have a wonderful Wednesday everyone!
Suzi ☀️
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I thought I'd share this collection of Abbie Lois prints as they make me so happy.
They're all absolutely beautiful & the folklore stories which inspired each piece are so interesting & are included with each print.
We've got all of them in store & online (sunshineno1.com/search?q=Abb...).
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They're all absolutely beautiful & the folklore stories which inspired each piece are so interesting & are included with each print.
We've got all of them in store & online (sunshineno1.com/search?q=Abb...).
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August 18, 2025 at 8:01 AM
I thought I'd share this collection of Abbie Lois prints as they make me so happy.
They're all absolutely beautiful & the folklore stories which inspired each piece are so interesting & are included with each print.
We've got all of them in store & online (sunshineno1.com/search?q=Abb...).
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They're all absolutely beautiful & the folklore stories which inspired each piece are so interesting & are included with each print.
We've got all of them in store & online (sunshineno1.com/search?q=Abb...).
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Morning!
The shop is closed today, although the website is open 24/7. You can arrange a delivery or reserve beers to collect later in the week.
I’m off to the beach later!
The shop is closed today, although the website is open 24/7. You can arrange a delivery or reserve beers to collect later in the week.
I’m off to the beach later!
August 18, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Morning!
The shop is closed today, although the website is open 24/7. You can arrange a delivery or reserve beers to collect later in the week.
I’m off to the beach later!
The shop is closed today, although the website is open 24/7. You can arrange a delivery or reserve beers to collect later in the week.
I’m off to the beach later!