Every day in a new garden is an adventure. We discover new and exciting things everyday. I don't know what this flower is called but it looks almost like it is painted.
There are several roses dotted throughout the garden. They are not roses I would have chosen but they suit this space and I am thrilled with them.
We are waiting for our fruit to ripen and I think the birds are waiting for them too. We have apples, apricots and cherries. Our lemon tree has finished fruiting but has lots of new fruit on it. The idea of having a productive garden is also new to us. We have added a vegetable garden and a little plot of herbs.
Speaking of birds - I discovered this nest today when I was pruning. Mother bird is sitting on the eggs so I was careful not to disturb her. There are several nests in our garden and the birds here are different from the birds in our previous garden.
Sometimes we even manage some time to sit and relax. This palm makes it feel like a resort in our own back garden.
Beach Textiles
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Thursday, November 5, 2015
The lower part of the brim is covered in wool tops to represent the sea and the rest of the brim is covered in texture paste and shells. Once it was dried I sprayed it with yellow ink to represent sand.
The crown is surrounded by beach huts made of paper and painted. The top is painted green and topping it all is a lighthouse.
I have been decorating a summer hat for a display at our art group. We were asked to decorate a summer hat and or thongs (flip flops) for our annual display.
It has been a slow process but I am pleased with the results.
The crown is surrounded by beach huts made of paper and painted. The top is painted green and topping it all is a lighthouse.
I have been decorating a summer hat for a display at our art group. We were asked to decorate a summer hat and or thongs (flip flops) for our annual display.
It has been a slow process but I am pleased with the results.
Labels:
beach huts,
lighthouse,
paper,
sand,
shells,
tesxture paint. Ink,
wool
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Planning a new knee
Today I visited the surgeon who will do my knee replacement. He is well known as an orthopedic surgeon and operates in a hospital just ten minutes from our home.
I do feel nervous about the surgery but at present I can hardly walk for more than five minutes. I look forward to being able to take long walks again.
Anyway in the meantime the garden continues to delight.
I do feel nervous about the surgery but at present I can hardly walk for more than five minutes. I look forward to being able to take long walks again.
Anyway in the meantime the garden continues to delight.
Monday, November 2, 2015
Beautiful gifts from dear friends.
Yesterday I also received a gift from a friend. Norma and her husband John are preparing to move home and when we caught up on Sunday Norma mentioned that there were a few things that she had put aside for me - would I like to pick them up before they move? There were threads and needle and scissors and a very old book. The book had been passed down to Norma from her mother and is very old.
I am looking forward to reading this book and it will be passed down to someone who will appreciate and love it.
Do you have any old needlework books that you treasure?
Labels:
books,
friendships,
lace making,
Linda,
needlework,
Norma.,
parcel,
post. Miss Click Clack,
socks,
wool
Saturday, October 31, 2015
Halloween and the Wallabies Versus the All Blacks.
Today we have had rain and thunder and lightening. We have also had lovely sunshine.
Our Spring racing (horse) carnival has commenced as has our Spring Art Show.
This morning I was lucky to sell a few items at the art show. We have another three days to go so I am hoping for more sales.
I will add these hand dyed doilies to the stand tomorrow.
This afternoon we were visited by lots of children celebrating Halloween. Lots of dressing up and laughter. It is the first Halloween since we moved into this neighbourhood and it was great to see so many youngsters and their parents walking around the area. We dispensed a huge amount of treats and everyone of the children thanked us.
As if that wasn't enough excitement we have the Rugby World Cup final starting at about 3 am. Our Wallabies against New Zealand's All Blacks. Hoping for a win for Australia.
Our Spring racing (horse) carnival has commenced as has our Spring Art Show.
This morning I was lucky to sell a few items at the art show. We have another three days to go so I am hoping for more sales.
I will add these hand dyed doilies to the stand tomorrow.
This afternoon we were visited by lots of children celebrating Halloween. Lots of dressing up and laughter. It is the first Halloween since we moved into this neighbourhood and it was great to see so many youngsters and their parents walking around the area. We dispensed a huge amount of treats and everyone of the children thanked us.
As if that wasn't enough excitement we have the Rugby World Cup final starting at about 3 am. Our Wallabies against New Zealand's All Blacks. Hoping for a win for Australia.
Labels:
All Blacks,
art,
doilies,
dyeing,
Halloween,
horse racing,
Melbourne,
New Zealand.,
Rugby,
spring,
Wallabies
Friday, October 30, 2015
Melbourne Cup Weekend
This weekend will be busy with the Spring Art Show. I have been trying to decide on things to include on the stall and you can see hubby has been relaxing with the tv and a glass of wine.
Labels:
beads,
fairy slippers. felt,
felt,
spring art show. christmas,
tassels,
wine
Thursday, October 29, 2015
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