Ages ago I tried growing Oyster Mushrooms and found it quite easy and satisfying. I do prefer button mushrooms or brown 'flats' though so this year I decided to grow them instead. The kit was from the same company so I was quite surprised to find the … [Read More...]
A Productive Backyard
Growing and Enjoying Globe Artichokes
Globe artichokes are basically a giant thistle that comes originally from the Mediterranean area. They are one of the oldest cultivated vegetables in the world and were eaten by the early Greeks and Romans - although why you would think to try eating … [Read More...]
Creative Passion
Counting Sheep – have fun with your card making
Creativity is always fun but it is even better if it makes you laugh out loud as well from time to time. Don't be afraid to let out your inner child, those bad puns, and just allow yourself to be silly. Have fun with your card making. I did this … [Read More...]
Trying a New Craft: Making Glass Mosaics
I have previously written about the New Zealand Scrapbooking & Craft Expo (SENZ) that is a favourite outing in my crafting year. Last year SENZ had to be cancelled due to COVID Lockdowns so when it was able to be held this year, my friend Steph … [Read More...]
Experience in the World
Visit to Weta Workshop Unleashed
I was fortunate enough to receive a voucher as part of the Explore Tāmaki Makaurau COVID recovery programme: encouraging Aucklanders to get out and visit attractions and activities. My friend Dominique and I decided to visit Wētā Workshop … [Read More...]
Hidden Heritage & Secret Museum Tours
Last year I went on Auckland Museum’s Incredible Rooftop Tour and was blown away by what we saw. Keen to see more, my friend Doreen and I went on the Secret Museum Tour which took us down into the depths of the museum where all the storage and … [Read More...]
Preserving the Bounty
Buttermilk Scones Recipe
I often have containers of buttermilk in my freezer as I can’t bear to throw it away after I have made butter or cheese. After a spate of jam making this summer I had lots of part jars of jam in my fridge as well. So when friends were coming around I … [Read More...]
Fig Slice Recipe
I have never had a ‘Fig Newton’ but I have heard them referred to in books and movies and something about the name just took my fancy. In reality the name ‘Newton’ relates to the trade marked extrusion process that is used to create the flattened … [Read More...]