Sweet Mary

Mid week in the Sweet Mary house and not much to blog about so I have just uploaded a few random photos. Parcels arriving at my door always cause excitment, especially when I am expecting new fabric. This little lot came from the US and is a lovely collection of reds and greys. Pretty greys, the ones I actually like, are hard to find so I am pleased with this lot. Its a grey day here today so its fitting to wash my new fabric and hang it on the line for a splash of colour. A little part of me wants to leave it there forever as I like the look. Last night I made risotto - Jamie's recipe and I just happened to have all the items listed so only took half an hour. Maybe its in his "30 minutes" book. Anyway, this one was online and if you are interested in having a go, click HERE . I put the courgette in but actually think peas would be nicer. Be careful not to overcook as I did a wee bit. It should have more of a sloppy texture. Lastly, a photo of the set of beautiful rose...

A day out with my husband today as we are both working this weekend. These special days always involve morning coffee somewhere nice and lunch also. We had the coffee at a new cafe overlooking the water in Napier, it was so pretty on this sunny day but as I forgot my camera you will just have to take my word for it. These days also involve a good rummage around a few secondhand/opportunity shops where I am nearly always guaranteed a "find". Today it was a bag of Black Doris plums (my favourites), a cute vintage childrens book, 2 big bundles of willow twigs for the fireplace and this gorgeous mirror that will look even more fab after a paint job. Sum total for my haul was $13.20. Perfect.