Here be dragons.
This is the post I wrote about clothing choices for barn wear, for the Ontario Barn Preservation newsletter, March 2023.
One thing you may not spend time really thinking about… barn fashion. But, here we are, approaching another Spring and you might need to consider fashion, or at least function.
First, you might avoid open toed shoes.… Read the rest
I was watching the episodes of Snow Leopards of Leafy London, about the National Cat Trust, with Dr. Terry Moore in the UK. Although its great to see someone taking in cats who have no where else to go. In the end, they are living in captivity for however long they live. Not able to have space, hunt, and live a feral life.… Read the rest
I found these tea cosies on Etsy, just as knit patterns though. I’m not a knitter. I did make progress with crochet though. Posting these because I enjoyed seeing them and maybe someone else will find the link who can knit them.
If this happened in the 1960’s how is it that I almost seem to remember it. Maybe it’s something else similar that I’m thinking of. Anyway, it was interesting finding this remnant of Canadian history tonight. This was for sale on ebay. I couldn’t afford it.
I found these on Etsy. This would be a simple woodworking project for someone. It’s a clever idea, even a place for your glasses.
I found these teacups and saucers described as “Vintage Royal Albert Marguerite Blue Daisies Avon Shape Teacup and Saucer” on Etsy today. I really like the blue daisy patterns. These are similar but one must be older, or something because the price was a fair bit higher.
“The love of knowledge is a kind of madness” – C.S. Lewis
I like sweatshirts, they’re comfortable, usually warm, and easy to wash. But, why do they add hoods to them? The hoods pull down on the back and leave the back of my neck cold. I try different things, like rolling it up and pulling the string tight to keep it from dragging down my back. I’ve tried stuffing it inside down the back.… Read the rest
This is the post I wrote about old cars being found in even older barns, for the Ontario Barn Preservation newsletter, January 2023.
Cars in Barns Are “Barn Finds”
I like to photograph old buildings, farm houses and barns included. I’ve met a lot of people who also have an interest in old places. Not everyone is about photographing them.… Read the rest