Tea time...

I came across the amazing design of the tea coffin on the Yayeveryday website! I love it…. It has been designed by Jonas Trampedach.
Brilliant way to burry your teabag away!!

And some other great designs and ideas on the LikeCOOL website.....

 

Christmas Food..

I've spent last Christmas with my husband and we had a lovely first Xmas as a married couple! 

I've prepared some Delia's mini tarts for the 'aperitifs'...

And my husband cooked an amazing shoulder of lamb from the recipe book of Jamie at Home by Jamie Oliver. I did recommend this cookbook!! All the dishes that we've made are amazing… And the explanations are very simple and easy to follow.

I'm a big fan of Jamie Oliver..... And few Sundays ago, I did try the Perfect Roast Chicken!
It was amazingly! Very moist and melting... We had it with some roast potatoes...
Bon Appetit!

Giant peg...

Giant Peg of Mehmet Ali Uysal.

I love the way the peg is clipping the grass… Great sculpture in Belgium

(Via The Debonaire, via Milk, via A Cup of Jo)

And I've found online another exhibition, ‘clothes peg iconography’,  from the collections of gad charny and yoav ziv with yaacov kaufman

Happy Chinese New Year!

Wood and Fire compatibility.

I'm Fire and my husband is Wood... And according to the Chinese Astrology, we are mutually dependent upon one another in order to create heat and warmth. A combination of Wood and Fire in the family is a supportive and beneficial Affinity relationship.

February 3, 2011 is the first day of the Chinese new year - Year of the Rabbit.

Personality

Occupying the 4th position in the Chinese Zodiac, the Rabbit symbolizes such character traits as creativity, compassion, and sensitivity. Rabbits are friendly, outgoing and prefer the company of others. They also prefer to avoid conflict. In confrontational situations, Rabbits approach calmly and with consideration for the other party. Rabbits believe strongly in friends and family and lacking such bonds can lead to emotional issues.

Their serene nature keeps Rabbits from becoming visibly upset. Because they’re serene animals, Rabbits are easily taken advantage of. Their sensitive nature makes them shy away from aggressive or competitive situations. They’re overall conservative and not interested in taking risks.

Classy, sophisticated, expressive, well-mannered and stylish, those born under the Sign of the Rabbit enjoy leaning about cultural issues and learning about people from other countries. Rabbits are most comfortable being home, and their homes are always neat and organized. Home is also where Rabbits prefer to entertain. Rabbits are conservative in their decorating tastes.

Rabbits should work at building more self-confidence and self-worth so they can feel more secure. The desire for remaining in safe, comfortable environments keeps Rabbits from taking risks which sometimes causes them to miss out on good opportunities. 

Health
Even though Rabbits don’t usually get visibly upset or stressed, they do tend to keep these feelings inside. When they don’t express these feelings, such feeling can cause Rabbits to become ill. Rabbits could benefit from more everyday activity which would reduce their stress levels and better their health.

Relationships
Rabbits are very sexual, but tend to give more of themselves than they should. This can lead to unrealistic expectations and unhealthy situations. Rabbits need partners who won’t take advantage of their giving nature. Such pairings will be strong.

Career
Rabbits are articulate and good communicators which is why friends and acquaintances seek out their advice. It’s also why Rabbits make excellent diplomats and politicians. Other good careers for Rabbits include: writer, publisher, actor, fashion designer, therapist, doctor, administrator, public relations, and teacher.

Rabbits and the 5 elements

Metal Rabbits – Years 1951 and 2011
Metal gives Rabbits more strength, resilience and determination. Metal Rabbits are more intense in their actions, whether they’re work-related or romantic.

Water Rabbits – Years 1903 and 1963
Like the currents, Water Rabbits prefer to go with the flow, avoiding conflict at all costs, even in situations that are bothersome. It’s easy to take advantage of Water Rabbits. They’re very supportive of others.

Wood Rabbits – Years 1915 and 1975
Wood Rabbits occupy their time doing for others; always feeling the need to make others content. This generosity is easy for others to take advantage of and sometimes Water Rabbits don’t even realize is happening.

Fire Rabbits – Years 1927 and 1987
Fire adds spark to the Rabbit’s personality and all that Fire Rabbits do. Fire compels Rabbits to seek new adventures. Prone to tantrums, Fire Rabbits prefer to avoid conflict.

Earth Rabbits – Years 1939 and 1999
Earth Rabbits are grounded in reality. Their advice can be harsh, but honest. Home life is important to Earth Rabbits as are money and material goods.

Compatibility
The Rabbit is most compatible with the Pig and Dog and incompatible with the Rooster and Rat.

And more explanations on Wikipedia

I was looking on internet for some craft blog regarding the Chinese New Year and I've found the blog of The Crafty Crow. Cassi is single, stay-at-home, homeschooling mom of three and she has another blog Bella Dia. Her blog is designed for children's crafts. It's really lovely....