Chop en dop

The braai is a big part of the South African way of life. Summer's are all about being outside around a braai, throwing a chop (chop) on the fire and drinking beers (en dop). As soon as more than 2 men gather together it is a reason to braai, family or friends, whatever the occasion.
Although I have been using a portable braai for years, it just seemed we weren't really into the gees of the braai, so we have had a permanent structure built and we can't wait to christen it.

The grill is from another portable braai my father made me when I first moved into my house. I'm sentimental like that ;-)

Below are before and after pics.

I cannot lie, I love tie-dye

Did a little tie-dye project with the girls. I may have enjoyed it more than they did ;-)

A gift for a gift

Trish made all those lovely bowls for me but wouldn't accept any monies in return. Instead I made her a dress. Hope she likes it.
I downloaded a Frida-inspired image off the internet and made a gift bag.

Easter 2016, a happy egg was I

Another wonderful Easter with loved ones. Lots of laughs and silliness. I got a bit carried away and bought more than just eggs for the hunt. Books and bunnies and sheep.
We made popcorn, drizzled with white chocolate and covered in sprinkles, for the kids. Hand-painted/printed the tablecloth. Hmm, didn't really turn out as per the vision I had.

A horse grazes in the field

All is calm and quiet on Saturday morning while a horse, with crazy eyes, is grazing in the field ;-)

Novice - second exhibition

Shopping at the local markets

I cannot resist a bag, another bag. But that's not all I bought ;-)