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...]
DIY: Transform an Old Wooden Chair (Part 2)
(Sponsored by White Knight Paints)A few weeks ago, we found an old chair that was on the roadside awaiting the bulk rubbish collection. We bought it home as we had a vision on how we could transform it from someone's old cast off furniture, into … [Read more...]
Easter Cupcakes
There is something magical about baking. Taking raw ingredients, mixing them together, popping them in the oven and then being treated to a delicious end product. Baking is all about slowing down and enjoying the ride. Making different treats for … [Read more...]
How to Make a Bath Mitt
Do you remember the pack of white face washers that I bought recently? Well I am slowly coming up with some ways to jazz them up for little gifts. This week I have made one into a bath mitt featuring our favourite icon, the Eiffel Tower! This is … [Read more...]
{Book Review} Quilt Improv
Quilt Improv - Incredible Modern Quilts from Everyday Inspirations - by Lucie Summers, is a bright, appealing book that guides you through the process of making contemporary, improvisational quilts. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at making … [Read more...]
Triangle Quilt (Part 2)
I have been working on my Triangle Quilt, using Mormor Fabric, over the past couple of weeks. You can see the initial stages of this quilt over here. I have been asked by some readers to share more of the process so here is an update on where I am up … [Read more...]
9 Activities to do During Earth Hour – March 29 @ 8.30 pm
Saturday, 29 March at 8.30 pm is Earth Hour. We are big supporters of Earth Hour which was founded in Sydney in 2007 and has now grown to include 7001 cities and 152 nations. Supporters turn off their lights for an hour to remind the world of the … [Read more...]
