tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8982779068693201822024-03-05T19:42:21.007+11:00Cuppa and CraftCuppa and Craft started out as a Church based craft group. Now we are a group of friends spread far and wide sharing our love of craft, cooking, wine, travel, friendship, good times and lots of cups of tea.Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.comBlogger636125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-43049642569903596632020-06-15T21:26:00.000+10:002020-06-15T21:26:09.430+10:00ART IS NOT A STUDY OF POSITIVE REALITY, IT IS THE SEEKING FOR IDEAL TRUTH ... JOHN RUSKINCuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-27511914920383961852020-05-02T19:14:00.000+10:002020-05-18T19:15:11.082+10:00I'M A DECENT COOK; I'M A DECENT CHEF. NONE OF MY FRIENDS WOULD EVER HAVE HIRED ME AT ANY POINT IN MY CAREER. PERIOD... ANTHONY BOURDAINCuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-87969454029271976182020-05-01T19:00:00.000+10:002020-05-18T19:01:23.597+10:00My Cheese Addiction<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Isolation due to COVID-19 saw me put on additional 5 kg - I think we can put it down to my new habit of a glass of wine each and every evening, and my addiction to cheese. Wanting to do isolation in style I am confident that I have tasted each cheese currently offered by all the supermarkets. This was the winner!</span></span><br /><br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-31488660467670093562020-04-27T21:11:00.001+10:002020-04-27T21:48:18.172+10:00COOKING AND BAKING DURING COVID-19 LOCKDOWN<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Have you been happily cooking and baking during the COVID-19 lockdown, or has it caused you extra stress?<br />Most people report they have really enjoyed the extra time at home, and have spent more time than usual baking, cooking and learning new recipes. I sent an email out to my friends at the beginning of lockdown and asked them to send me their favourite recipe. I am enjoying working my way through the recipes and cooking them for my family.<br />I have discovered that I actually love eggplant, watching concerts online, and that some of my friends are amazing cooks. I desperately missing seeing my friends in person and running out for an espresso martini or coffee.<br />If this isn’t for you and the cooking and baking is getting you down, don’t worry I pray your favourite restaurant and takeaway will be open very soon.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So far Australians have adjusted really well. But I do wonder what we would do without Zoom? I have caught up with friends online, seen others online make a cocktail a day, cook their dad’s recipes from their childhood, join an online club, and even learn a new language or instrument. This is life changing stuff.<br />What would happen if we embraced this new lifestyle and created a ‘new normal’ for ourselves.<br />What would your ’new normal’ look like.</span></span><br />
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<br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-1878020124819922632020-04-26T20:30:00.000+10:002020-04-27T21:39:14.397+10:00Madge's Scone Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br /><br />I love Madge's scones as they only have 4 ingredients in them, and they always taste so yummy! So my friend Sonia and I thought we would have a crack at her recipe. <br /><br />
Ingredients:<br />
2 cups self raising flour<br />
2 pinches of salt<br />
150 mls cream<br />
150 mls water<br />
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Method:<br />
Sift flour and salt into a bowl.<br />
Add cream and water and mix with a knife.<br />
Do not overmix.<br />
Turn out onto a floured board and knead.<br />
Flatten to about 1 inch and cut out scones.<br />
Place on a tray covered in baking paper.<br />
Cook for about 15 minutes in a very hot oven.<br /><br /> Notes:<br />
Madge looks at the scones after 10 minutes and if they are golden brown and the same on the bottom you can remove and place on a cake cooler rack.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Lest We Forget...</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:</i><br /><i>Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.</i><br /><i>At the going down of the sun and in the morning,</i><br /><i>We will remember them.</i></span></span>Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-76665440045617016832020-04-24T21:15:00.000+10:002020-04-25T21:27:30.252+10:002020 is mad - can we reset and start again<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What a crazy year 2020 is turning out to be!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In Sydney we moved from 2019 into 2020 with continued dreadful bush fires which have impacted so many lives forever... now the entire planet is dealing with coronavirus.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We are in isolation along with many others all over the planet. There are so many businesses closed, we are required to home school the kids at home while we work from home and unemployment is at an all time high.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">We have it so well in Australia as our government was quick to react. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But our hearts break for the 2,845,867 on the planet who have caught COVID-19, and for the families of the 197,846 people who have died thus far.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Perhaps it is time to simplify our lives, and live a better way. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #aaaaaa;"><br /></span>Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-54181064589195722322020-04-15T22:00:00.000+10:002020-04-25T21:26:14.493+10:00WHY DO THEY CALL IT RUSH HOUR WHEN NOTHING MOVES?... ROBIN WILLIAMS<div class="bq_fq bq_fq_lrg qt-fnt bq-smpl-qt" data-sai-includehighlight="true">
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Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-82313659513634457532020-04-11T21:49:00.000+10:002020-04-27T21:49:38.476+10:00Sydney Opera House - Digital Program<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">One of the upsides to being in self isolation is the amazing programs and concerts that have been curated by many great organisations to put online for our enjoyment.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The digital season put on by the Sydney Opera House is particularly good, and really does have something for everyone.<br />The Sydney Opera House describe their digital season as a weekly program of unmissable full-length performances, live recordings and never-before-seen footage from the Opera House archives.</span></span><br /><br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-83826835164043518692020-04-04T21:00:00.000+11:002020-04-27T21:46:41.170+10:00COVID-19 Getting Us Back Into Crafting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It has been great to connect with friends during self isolation and learn about all the fantastic craft projects you have been undertaking. I do wonder if craft sales have increased due to COVID-19 as we all seem to be doing something!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">We have always known that any form of craft, chatter, tinkering around in a shed, and cups of tea have been good for the soul - but amazingly it has also bought stories of joy with many of you reporting that you have finished off some UFOs (unfinished objects).<br />My friend Juliette has been posting her ‘cocktail of the day’, and my friend Khiem has been posting gorgeous photos of food he is has been cooking. It seems we have all found ways to be creative, or enjoy others being creative.<br />My work life has continued to be super busy (for the moment), and I have enjoyed not having to commute to the studio and back. The weekends have seen me gardening on our back deck, working on some mosaic flowers, and lots of beading.<br />Stay safe everyone.</span></span></div>
Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-89931062453466858282020-03-30T22:00:00.000+11:002020-04-26T14:18:32.998+10:00COVID-19 Staying Sane During Isolation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As Australians practice social distancing and social isolation, I do wonder how we will stay sane during this period stuck at home with the ones we love. Each time I turn on the TV, there are devastating statistics to share what is happening all over the planet, and I wonder what will be our fate in Sydney.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I try to hide my personal anxiety, and look for the silver lining. Will our lives become simpler post COVID-19, or we will just go back to our old ways?</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">School holidays are approaching but for the moment the kids are doing their school work from home. My husband, son and myself will be joined by our friend Sonia from Spain to ride out whatever is coming our way. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">So we don’t kill each other, I wanted to have a few ideas up my sleeve on how we can entertain ourselves, when it all gets too much.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Work - work as hard as I possibly can to take my mind off things, and try and focus on life post COVID-19</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
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Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-65470502837901906182020-03-16T22:00:00.000+11:002020-04-26T14:18:55.048+10:00Where Does Your Inspiration Come From?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I came across this image of a beautiful assortment of ceramic plates. The colours remind me of summer and I will use them to inspire some great craft projects this year.</span></span><br />
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<br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-37004679967789463922020-03-15T22:00:00.000+11:002020-04-25T19:46:59.462+10:00I'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO GO TO SWITZERLAND TO SEE WHAT THE ARMY DOES WITH THOSE WEE RED KNIVES... BILLY CONNOLLY<div class="quoteContent">
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I've always wanted to go to Switzerland to see what the army does with those wee red knives.
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I've always wanted to go to Switzerland to see what the army does with those wee red knives.
Billy Connolly<br /> Read more at https://www.brainyquote.com/topics/funny-quotes</div>
Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-68650479115723235432020-03-07T21:21:00.000+11:002020-04-25T21:21:47.516+10:00Take Some Time Out For Yourself Today<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-73315297312320256632020-02-18T22:00:00.000+11:002020-04-26T14:19:22.142+10:00Crochet Project With A Big Heart<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-51825091822520563462020-02-15T19:42:00.000+11:002020-04-25T19:43:17.152+10:00THEY SAY MARRIAGES ARE MADE IN HEAVEN. BUT SO IS THUNDER AND LIGHTNING... CLINT EASTWOOD<div class="bq_fq bq_fq_lrg qt-fnt bq-smpl-qt" data-sai-includehighlight="true">
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Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-3523077674838272972020-02-14T21:00:00.000+11:002020-04-25T20:39:05.929+10:00Happy Valentines Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-63952977465400636542020-01-15T22:00:00.000+11:002020-04-25T19:39:50.785+10:00IF IT'S THE PSYCHIC NETWORK WHY DO THEY NEED A PHONE NUMBER?... ROBIN WILLIAMS<div class="quoteContent">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Happy New Year!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I wish you a wonderful 2020, with plenty of time for good food, wine, friends and cooking.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Stay safe.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Jen</span></span>Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-61717922493656820812019-12-23T17:52:00.000+11:002020-04-26T14:19:56.116+10:00Gorgeous Gifts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Wrapping your gift in a beautiful and simple way, really provides maximum impact.</span></span>Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-86939136661876280122019-12-22T20:27:00.000+11:002020-04-25T21:37:59.523+10:00Bring On Christmas!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I am signing off for a bit to spend some much needed time with my family after such a busy work year, and get ready for Christmas. I wish you all a lovely Christmas. For those of you near the bush fires stay safe.</span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">"God never gives someone a gift they are not
capable of receiving. If he gives us the gift of Christmas, it is
because we all have the ability to understand and receive it".</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">It has been such a busy week, I am so glad it is Saturday. Join me, take 15 minutes out of your busy day just to sick back and soak up some sun. Tomorrow is another day.</span></span>Cuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-14137753177813557292019-12-17T20:37:00.000+11:002019-12-17T20:37:00.383+11:00DO NOT LET YOUR HEARTS BE TROUBLED. TRUST IN GOD; TRUST ALSO IN ME... JESUS CHRISTCuppa and Crafthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12792802428763669630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-898277906869320182.post-72529131761269502892019-12-12T17:40:00.000+11:002019-12-12T17:40:01.595+11:00Festive Times Ahead<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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