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...]
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...]
