This 1920’s style hat is a present for a friend. I’m quite excited about it because it looks so cute and is easy and quick to knit.
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I was so chuffed with it that I’m now knitting one for myself.
Tweedy Neck Warmer
More photos from our Barrington Tops camping trip soon. First, I’d like to share my latest knitting endeavours with you.
This neck warmer was taken from an old Patons booklet I had. It was a relatively quick knit using my leftover wool, to match my gloves and skirt. Hubby thinks I look like a colleen, hahaha.
Stroud – Part 2
Our visit to Stroud was a whirlwind stop – well, we really only stopped briefly at Silo Hill, which overlooked the town. It has quite an interesting history…
And here are the 60 pound cannons. Built in 1855, having travelled from England, to La Perouse in Sydney, up to Newcastle, and finally to Stroud.
I don’t think Bridie Beagle knew what to make of them.
Stroud – Part 1
We’re visiting the Barrington Tops town of Stroud today. A historical town, with a very English name. Given the range of English names in the area (Gloucester, Stratford, Avon River) the early settlers thought the hills and forests and rivers reminded them of ‘home’.
Afternoon at Killcare – Part 6
Bride Beagle was over the moon to be visiting somewhere new. As per usual, she sniffed out all the nooks and crannies, and made a few frenemies along the way.
I’ll be taking a blog break, but will be back with photos from our weekend camping trip.
Afternoon at Killcare – Part 5
Across the water, we could see the Rip Bridge, which we drove over on the way to Killcare.
The views were scenic enough, but I still liked to revel in the details, like this intricate sandstone, that had been shaped by the tides.
Afternoon at Killcare – Part 4
Dinghies and other small boats are also good subjects to photograph because they are so full of character. I was in 7th heaven at Killcare.
There was even a picturesque boat shed. Yay!
Afternoon at Killcare – Part 3
Despite the fact Killcare only has a handful of shops, a pub and an RSL club, it can attract a lot of visitors. But on this spring afternoon, it was all rather too quiet.
The reason was the NRL grand final was on, and most people were indoor or in their own backyards.
Except for these kids, who were happy wallowing in the mud flats.
Afternoon at Killcare – Part 2
Unlike the suburbia feel of Umina Beach and Ettalong across the water, Killcare is a bit more low key. It’s hemmed by water on one side and Bouddi National Park on the other, and getting there involves a drive up and down a steep hill.
It’s no wonder that it’s a popular spot with boaties and fisher-people – and those fancying a weekend drive.
Afternoon at Killcare – Part 1
One afternoon at the end of September, we took a drive around Brisbane Waters to the village of Killcare.
Static and Silence 