Mothers Day

A new member to the plant family - Tradescantia Nanouk. 

I found an old, dirty basket on the side of the road on one of our daily walks. Cleaned and renewed, it becomes decorative storage. I love saving things from landfill, especially if they're rustic, natural and useful.

 Art is slowly growing over the walls as I progress with my degree. 

9am window view

Woke up to a chilly morning as a polar blast sweeps through Victoria. 'Tis one of the reasons I like living in the southern part of Australia. The weather is interesting, varied and we're fortunate enough to experience both hot and cold weather. The fact that Maroondah ranks as one of the coldest areas in Melbourne is especially intriguing. 

Welcome rain after another dry spell. 

I've been intrigued by the icypole stick as a wick alternative. Soaked in coconut oil for half an hour, and then inserted into wax beads, it has the advantage in that it quietly crackles while burning. 

 

Bathroom views 9.30am.

 

Vacuumed the entire house this morning. Started at 11am and finished at 12.30pm. Phew. Is it any wonder I vacuum once every three weeks? 

The house looks clean and fresh after a good going over. Polished surfaces shine and textiles are brightened. It's growing dark outside as I listen to the sound of distant thunder, and hoping for another downpour.

Because I have a weeks break before starting my next uni unit, I made a shelf to fit beneath the coffee table reusing old timber. And such a good addition too, as it frees up space on top of the coffee table.