If you’re on the Sunshine Coast tomorrow night (Friday, May 10) don’t miss the Raise the Woof Comedy Night fundraiser for A Helping Paw Animal Welfare Fund at Roberts Creek Hall. . . We’ve made a bunch of tabletop terrariums to decorate the tables (and to give away) and there will be loads of door… Continue reading »
May
06
Taking cover…
It’s been unseasonably HOT around here for a few days (24C right now, at 11am… holy cow!)* So I made these little canopies to protect the lettuce and other seedlings. As you can see, in the early morning (and late afternoon) the rows are only partially covered. But at high noon, the gauzy fabric protects… Continue reading »
Apr
05
Weekend wonders…
I have been taking a lot of abstract garden photos lately… I find it very relaxing… and yet, there is so much to discover. Even in the rain, it is possible to have your own private blossom party. Have a beautiful weekend. XC
Feb
23
There’s a little garden in all of us…
Hello Hobbit Garden! I’m here at the 2013 Northwest Flower and Garden Show at the beautiful Washington State Convention Center in Seattle and I can’t help but wonder, “What took me so long!” I’ve been meaning to come to this show for several years and now that I’m here I couldn’t be more inspired. There… Continue reading »
Feb
01
Happy Friday: PS, I miss you, martini
Being one lucky girl meant spending a few days in Palm Springs this week… for a bit of work and a bit of pleasure and what a good time! Sunshine, awesome friends, the desert and some mighty fine wine and cocktails. This drink was the simplest and my favourite, served at a Mexican eatery. I… Continue reading »
Jan
18
Happy Friday: Screwdriver thyme
Well, it’s been a while, that’s true! I’ve been hibernating, how ’bout you? I’ll be back on the blogging track real soon. In the meantime, happy hour goes on, right…?
Dec
16
A winner for Christmas dinner
“Life is short. Eat dessert first“. – Jacques Torres. What are you planning for dessert for Christmas dinner…? We are making this cranberry gingerbread, a favourite at one of our local bakeries (Strait Coffee) but I will bake it at home because they shared the recipe! Also, we are definitely making this gorgeous and delicious apple-pear… Continue reading »
Dec
14
Happy Friday: Mmmm matcha
We’ve sold a lot of our green tea plants (Camellia sinensis) this week which reminded me of this awesome recipe for Green Tranquilitea (click to go to recipe). It’s creamy, decadent and most likely has magical qualities (it tastes that good). Maybe one day soon we will be brewing this with our own powdered home… Continue reading »
Dec
13
Light up
Here’s a fun idea for a rainy day. From Sow Simple, we love to make these cool garden-inspired candles ahead of time, to light the way to a wintertime party. They take just minutes to make (plus freezing time), and are guaranteed to set a warm glow on a chilly holiday evening. Store them in… Continue reading »
Dec
07
Happy Friday: I Can Kir (with surprises)
A Kir Royale sounds fancy, but really couldn’t be easier. Just add a splash of Crème de Cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) to a glass and top it up with sparkling wine. The “surprises” in the cocktail above are simply frozen white currants from the garden. A little touch like this makes me ridiculously happy. You might… Continue reading »
