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Allen from Milson
For anyone interested there are a couple of Missionary volunteers holding Gospel meetings/Bible talks in the Te Awe Awe Scout Hall, Huia Street Palmerston North (entry best via Fitzherbert Ave by PHGHS, google map it as it is hard to find) on Wednesday evening from 7.30pm (45 minutes duration). … View moreFor anyone interested there are a couple of Missionary volunteers holding Gospel meetings/Bible talks in the Te Awe Awe Scout Hall, Huia Street Palmerston North (entry best via Fitzherbert Ave by PHGHS, google map it as it is hard to find) on Wednesday evening from 7.30pm (45 minutes duration). They are not associated with any Council of Churches but organised by two homeless, un-waged (including no Government support) missionaries who preach the Gospel without price. Your attendance would be most welcome and appreciated.
Michelle from Linton
Hi everyone, if you love to sing or have always wanted to learn or know someone who does, check out the link below. Music is good for the soul and singing is a great outlet 😀
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Michelle from Linton
Hi I am wanting to get in touch with Vanessa. She posted about her cat Cosmo who was missing. I cannot find the original post and need to get in contact with her. Can anyone help please? Or is there a way you can find old posts on Neighbourly? Any help much appreciated and Vanessa if you see … View moreHi I am wanting to get in touch with Vanessa. She posted about her cat Cosmo who was missing. I cannot find the original post and need to get in contact with her. Can anyone help please? Or is there a way you can find old posts on Neighbourly? Any help much appreciated and Vanessa if you see this please contact me. Thanks.
The Team from Red Cross Shop Palmerston North
Hi Neighbours. Do you need beds or furniture for your home?
This week we are continuing our offer of 50% off the marked price on all beds and furniture.
This deal runs from today until Monday 9th August.
Would love to see you @ The Red Cross Super Store corner of Tremaine Ave and Malden… View moreHi Neighbours. Do you need beds or furniture for your home?
This week we are continuing our offer of 50% off the marked price on all beds and furniture.
This deal runs from today until Monday 9th August.
Would love to see you @ The Red Cross Super Store corner of Tremaine Ave and Malden Street P.Nth
Enjoy your week.
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Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Palmerston North
When researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does… View moreWhen researching or reading about different fabrics, you are likely to see the word yarn mentioned a lot. ‘Made from spun yarns’ or ‘with synthetic yarns’ are a couple of examples. But what is yarn? What is spun yarn? Are there other types? What does it all mean, and how much relevance does this bear to your final fabric? That’s what we are here to look at in a little more detail.
What is Yarn?
Yarn is a length of fibres. That’s the simplest way to explain it. It is a continuous length of fibres which are interlocked, and it’s used to produce fabrics, as well as in crocheting, knitting, embroidery and ropemaking.
This means that we can split yarn into two different ‘categories’ of sorts. The thread that is used for embroidery or in sewing machines, as well as yarn (commonly known as balls-of-wool) used in crafts such as knitting or crocheting, are long lengths that are bought as yarns.
The alternative would be a yarn which is then knitted or woven into a fabric. The textile is then bought as fabric, in lengths, rather than the yarn itself being purchased separately. This second description is the one that we will explore further in this post.
What is Yarn Made From?
Yarn can be made from such a variety of different fibres. This includes both natural and synthetic fibres. The most common plant fibre is cotton, however, you can also use other natural fibres such as bamboo. Alongside cotton, the synthetic polyester fibre makes up the two most commonly used fibres. Animal fibres are also often used, such as wool, harvested from sheep, as well as cashmere (harvested from goats) Angora (from rabbits) and silk (from insect larvae).
What is the Difference Between Spun and Filament Yarn?
Spun yarn is made by twisting staple fibres together in either an S or Z twist, to make a single thread. The process of twisting the fibres together into yarn is called spinning and it was one of the first processed to be industrialised. Spun yarns can contain a single type of fibre, or you can spin various types of fibre together to give you a blend.
Filament yarn is made up of filament fibres which are either twisted together or simply grouped together. It can either be composed of one filament, which is called a monofilament, or it could be made of more than one, in which case it would be known as a multifilament. This can be as few as two or three filament fibres, or even up to 50, or more.
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Michael Neighbourly Lead from Roslyn - Terrace End
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Just in case anyone missed it this morning the general manager was on the radio and said it's likely to take 6-8 Weeks for them to reopen the Gull station.
They are replacing the old steel petrol tanks with fibre glass, which they said was better for the environment. 6 … View moremaps.app.goo.gl...
Just in case anyone missed it this morning the general manager was on the radio and said it's likely to take 6-8 Weeks for them to reopen the Gull station.
They are replacing the old steel petrol tanks with fibre glass, which they said was better for the environment. 6 weeks is highly optimistic, more likely 8 before we can get petrol there again.
Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing
Dear neighbours,
Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves … View moreDear neighbours,
Please meet Alyce Read of Nelson, who uses her houseplant collection to connect with others and help them overcome mental health challenges. "You wouldn’t take a plant and put it in a dark corner and fail to water it and expect it to thrive. So we should look at ourselves that way," she says. "If we are not thriving in the way that we would wish, it might not be any fault of ours, it might be the conditions that we are under."
The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand
All it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ to paying it forward in line at a cafe - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.
The options … View moreAll it takes is a kind gesture to change someone’s day. From giving flowers to a neighbour ‘just because’ to paying it forward in line at a cafe - this month we’re encouraging our members and supporters to make New Zealand a better place one random act of kindness at a time.
The options for doing so are endless! Being kind doesn’t have to cost a thing, after all a smile is free. For those who want to go the extra mile, here’s some other ideas: take a gift over to new neighbours and introduce yourself, build a free community library for your street, buy extra kai at the grocery store to donate to a food bank, bring treats into work for colleagues, send an encouraging text to someone who needs it, let a car into the traffic ahead of you, write positive messages in chalk on sidewalks around your neighbourhood, or surprise loved ones with a visit.
Want to share your thoughts? Let us know how you’re spreading kindness this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to:
info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz
Julia Wallace Retirement Village
We developed our Ryman Peace of Mind Guarantees to protect residents and their families.
For example, you can be 100% sure there are no hidden costs. This means no standard refurbishment fees, no surprise costs when you move in and no administration fees.
Read more about our Julia Wallace … View moreWe developed our Ryman Peace of Mind Guarantees to protect residents and their families.
For example, you can be 100% sure there are no hidden costs. This means no standard refurbishment fees, no surprise costs when you move in and no administration fees.
Read more about our Julia Wallace village and our Peace of Mind Guarantees.
Raewyn from Awapuni
On Saturday around 9.30pm I saw a bunny bounding across Rugby Street, near the shops, into the gap that leads to Awapuni Park. I have put this on Manawatu Lost & Found Pets too. Sorry I didn't take any notice of colour. Good luck if its someone's pet.
Amy Houben from Awapuni Vege Hub
A friendly reminder that the Awapuni Vege Hub $15 orders of fresh fruit and veg close this Monday at midnight.
Contents this week:
Broccoli, Kumara, Pumpkin, Carrots, Banana, Oranges, Kiwifruit Green
Order and pay via Internet Banking. Instructions attached below.
We currently have pick up … View moreA friendly reminder that the Awapuni Vege Hub $15 orders of fresh fruit and veg close this Monday at midnight.
Contents this week:
Broccoli, Kumara, Pumpkin, Carrots, Banana, Oranges, Kiwifruit Green
Order and pay via Internet Banking. Instructions attached below.
We currently have pick up points in Highbury, Awapuni, and Central City.
The Vege Hub Team
Xara from Awapuni
Selling on behalf of daughter, who has hand eye co ordination issues, so not suitable. We have added a rear view mirror. Bike pump in photo not included.
With a lower step frame, this is super easy to get on/off and paired with a Nexus internal gear hub gear changing is smooth and can be done in … View moreSelling on behalf of daughter, who has hand eye co ordination issues, so not suitable. We have added a rear view mirror. Bike pump in photo not included.
With a lower step frame, this is super easy to get on/off and paired with a Nexus internal gear hub gear changing is smooth and can be done in a stationary position.
The battery is located under the rear basket so can be left in there to charge or slides out. There is also a 2nd mount available for an extra battery.
Come with waterproof cabling and also a reverse feature.Use it as a normal trike without the electric feature or switch the assistance on.
Also comes with a full electric feature by using a thumb throttle to drive the trike. Up to 80km on a battery charge and a programmable display to restrict speed or power if needed. Also listed on Trademe.
PM if you would like to view or test ride
Price: $3,500
Natasha from Ashhurst - Pohangina
3pm today (Sun 1 August) at the Feilding and District Art Society, 104 Manchester St, Feilding
You are invited to join us at the Feilding and District Art Society this afternoon to celebrate the opening of this beautiful fluid art (or poured art) exhibition by Rochelle MacBeth.
Rochelle … View more3pm today (Sun 1 August) at the Feilding and District Art Society, 104 Manchester St, Feilding
You are invited to join us at the Feilding and District Art Society this afternoon to celebrate the opening of this beautiful fluid art (or poured art) exhibition by Rochelle MacBeth.
Rochelle began her creative journey just 3 years ago. She had heard of 'fluid art' or 'pouring art' and decided to try it out. She absolutely loved the process and has been hooked ever since!
Since her first pour she has learnt many techniques and gained a real eye for colour and composition. Of learning new techniques Rochelle say's "There has been a lot of paint wasted along the way - but if you don't make mistakes you don't learn!"
Recently Rochelle has been working on commissions and loves the feeling of pleasure she gets when a client sees their ideas come to life!
Light refreshments will be served and there will be an opportunity to meet Rochelle and discuss her work and what inspires her.
Everyone is welcome - there is no need to book and there is no charge to attend.
Following the Opening Celebration the exhibition will run 2 - 20 August.
Feilding and District Art Society
104 Manchester St, Feilding
Opening hours: Weekdays 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-1pm
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