Monkee

I don’t generally look at other sections of the board much and I’d missed this bit completely. I saw it mentioned in the Paid section and came to have a look. I just want to say, having read the nominations thread, thank you so much to everyone who mentioned me. You actually made me cry, you bastards.

There are so many lovely people round these parts that I never for a minute thought I’d be seen in this way. I don’t contribute much so I’m kinda blown away that the little I do have to say is seen so highly. There are some really top people here - you’re all lovely (in your own special ways) so keep doing what you’re doing ❤️

>  He was deranged, he was... lunatic. He didn't seem to like me very much. He had threatened to kill me in public.
>  Why would he want to kill you in public?
>  I think she meant he threatened, in public, to kill her.

4 hours ago, Chris B said:

I took part in an online Zoom production of A Christmas Carol for charity last night. I'm thinking that I need to wear this look more often.

That looks awesome! Love the tankard.

I had a Zoom Christmas party last week. I’m not particularly festive but I thought I’d make an effort.

Frank’s been keeping me company while I get back into the swing of things with work.

I count things. Stupid things. Like when I’m chopping vegetables I’ll find myself counting the chops and then I’ll have to do “43, 27, 19” until I lose my place and finish chopping. I count footsteps and have to do the same thing when I notice - sometimes I don’t know how long I’ve been doing it too.

I was going to write that I’m not sure this is actually neurotic behaviour so I Googled. I came across this page - https://theawarenesscentre.com/are-you-neurotic/ - and I tick every box under ‘Some signs of being neurotic’. The phrase, “neurotics keep making problems for themselves and don’t quite have the tools to untangle themselves from those problems. They’re functioning well, but life isn’t as smooth or as joyful as they’d like it to be” perfectly sums up where I am right now too. Well, damn.

10 hours ago, PowerButchi said:

She was in an episode of Filthy, Rich and Catflap too. The first one, I think. Anyway, I love the Carry Ons so by extension I love her.

Ade posted this this morning:

12 hours ago, Chest Rockwell said:

My custom colour made to order hat just arrived today. It's gorgeous, very well made and very professionally presented; my wife will be thrilled with it.

And if you get one you're supporting a small business and a longstanding UKFFer. So get on it!

Thank you so much! I’ve had some really nice feedback about your colour choices too so I might have to make a couple more. I’m really glad you’re pleased. I’ve also had that pom-pom for a while but not found the right hat for it to go on so this was a perfect match.

Posting for reference:

I had a slight obsession with Prisoner when I was younger. I might still be on some sort of register after writing to Jim’ll Fix It about combining my two passions at the time - Prisoner and Jason Donovan but that’s another story.

Back last year sometime they had a ‘Prisoner Special’ on Neighbours as Colette Mann (Doreen) and Jackie Woodburne (Julie) are regulars. They had an appearance by Val Lehman (Bea) and had a lot of in-joke lines like someone said, “Oh yeah Paul, he used to give me roses,” and such like. A lot of the cast still pop up in Neighbours from time to time too like Janet Andrewartha (Reb) who’s Lynn Scully and Lesley Baker (Monica) who plays Toadie’s mum. I love that Aussie actors just do the circuit of soaps.

Just found this - the gang back together!

38 minutes ago, scratchdj said:

Absolutely, although it’s a Christmas present for Mrs Scratch so I’ll have to wait until then.

I sent some pics to my mate who doesn’t post here and he wondered if you could make him a plain black one. Is that something you’d do?

He messaged me so I’ve relied already. Thanks for the promo!

10 minutes ago, Carbomb said:

On the name alone, I've given it a Like. Will share too.

I thought it might me memorable 😎

1 hour ago, scratchdj said:

My hat arrived today from @Monkee and it’s amazing! Extra points for the splendid presentation and speedy delivery! 

Thank you so much! I’m glad it arrived safe and sound. I’d love to see photos of it being worn if you have 2 mins at some point and wouldn’t mind.

I’ve just updated my Facebook page if anyone fancies giving it a like - www.facebook.com/loopsupside. Thank you!

44 minutes ago, PowerButchi said:

Make a Wrexham one 

That’s an idea. Reckon I could get Ryan Reynolds to retweet it? 🤔

6 hours ago, Nick James said:

I don't have any experience with woodwork, but just needed something to keep me sane. 

@Monkee Do you do toddler sized hats? 

I do, yes. All of the hats I make can be done in various sizes and colours.

@Nick JamesThat dining table is gorgeous!

12 minutes ago, SuperBacon said:

Great stuff @Monkeealthough that first one makes me want to vomit! Will send you a message about one.

I thought it might have that reaction on some people 😆

Over the last few months I’ve been making stuff to keep me busy and boost my non-existent income since being made redundant.

So I thought I’d make a thread to pimp out some hats I’ve made recently to see if anyone might fancy buying one as a Christmas present. I do custom orders so feel free to ask about colours and sizes. Examples below or go to www.instagram.com/loopsupsideyourhead

Has anyone else taken up making stuff in the last few months?

2 hours ago, Just Some Guy said:

This would have been better last week, but TIL that the body of the Yorkshire Rippers 6th victim, Jean Jordan was discovered by future Les Battersby actor Bruce Jones.

I saw/read an interview with him a few years ago where he said he’s still traumatised by finding the body and that he was a suspect for the murder afterwards. It’s one of the reasons he became an alcoholic.

Links 2 3 4

Johnny 5

Motorway 2468

Indiana Jones: Crusade, Raiders, Temple, Skull

@Kaz Hayashi I bought mine a few years ago now but I did a bit of research into what was good for design at the time. I went for an Acer with these specs and never had any problems: 

I’m not really techy but this was recommended online for design and it was a reasonable price at Curry’s PC World. Not sure what today’s equivalent would be.

If you’re specifically talking Christmas though, I’d like to throw in Walnut Whips and Ferrero Rocher. Those to me are pure Christmas. And maybe a chocolate-covered Brazil nut or two as well.

3 minutes ago, deathrey said:

I know it's not for everyone but I bloody love mint chocolate! 

I'm not actually a coffee drinker so its surprising that I like coffee chocolate, have you ever had chocolate covered coffee beans? They are really good!

I love chocolate covered coffee beans! I’m partial to anything that’s got coffee flavouring in it. And mint chocolate is right up there too. I used to love Ben & Jerry’s Mint Chocolate Chunk but you can only get it from their kiosks rather than in tubs. I reckon my freezer would be full of it if they sold that in Tesco!

Having said that, I literally just saw that they’ve got Minter Wonderland in shops now so I’m going to have to get a tub ASAP.

10 minutes ago, FelatioLips said:

A friend in Australia sent me Cherry Ripes before and they're outstanding. They're like a bar of Raspberry Ruffles (but Cherry flavour obviously)

I love Raspberry Ripples but I don’t like cherries so I never had a Cherry Ripe in Australia. My friend practically lived on them for about 8 months though.

@gmoneyhit the nail on the head for me - more coffee flavours! I’m not a huge chocolate fan (I only got rid of a half empty box of Quality Street from Christmas recently) but if I do want some it’s usually mint or coffee if I can get it.

My mum runs a hospital shop and had to clear out stock in July when she thought it was reopening. I got a full box of dark chocolate Bounty as it’s one of my favourites. I’ve probably eaten two bars since then.

I now have The Brady Bunch theme stuck in my head after seeing those screenshots.

You mean you don’t even  have a paid Zoom? Amateurs.