When I was in primary school, I had penpals in Queensland, Singapore, and USA. It was so exciting to arrive home from school and have a letter waiting. I still love pretty stationery supplies and receiving letters via "snail mail". I still love to … [Read more...]
Easter Getaway Tips
Sponsored by Energizer BatteriesThe Easter holidays are nearly here and it is a popular time for family holidays as people take advantage of the Easter long weekend. We are really looking forward to Easter and having a well deserved break from … [Read more...]
{Book Review + Giveaway} My Rag Doll by Corinne Crasbercu
My favourite toy when I was a child was a rag doll that my Mum made me for my 4th birthday. She came complete with a wardrobe of clothing made to match some of my own dresses. Pollyanna was very well-loved and I have still have her today. There is … [Read more...]
Pear Crumble
Pears are in season, plentiful and cheap at the moment. Now that autumn is here, we are starting to enjoy more warming meals. I haven't baked a dessert for ages - in summer we generally just have fresh fruit and ice-creams. It was lovely to … [Read more...]
Triangle Quilt (Part 3)
The Mormor Triangle Quilt is now finished. You can read more about the construction process in Mormor Triangle Quilt and Triangle Quilt (Part 2). This quilt came together really quickly and could have been completed in a weekend if I had more … [Read more...]
Brown Sugar Pretzel Cookies
Our favourite type of souvenirs to buy when we travel are baking and craft supplies. When we were in Penang in January, we found a lovely little kitchen shop and discovered a few little gadgets that we haven't seen locally. One of our … [Read more...]
{Book Review} Tilda’s Winter Delights
The Tilda range of books never fail to please with their pretty and whimsical designs. The latest offering, Tilda's Winter Delights by Tonne Finnanger is no exception. Lovely polar bears, pretty ice-skating angels, chalet girls with knitted … [Read more...]
Caramel Banana Loaf
The first time I was served banana bread for breakfast was on our honeymoon in Fiji many years ago. It is so delicious and the flavour of bananas is wonderful any time of the day. If you are eating it as a breakfast treat, it is especially nice … [Read more...]
