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September 23, 2017

Upcycling Dinnerware with Succulents

September 23, 2017

One thing I noticed when I was unpacking was the number of mismatched dinnerware pieces we had. Back in Perth, Kyal and I only bought what we needed and when we needed it. As a result, we acquired plates, bowls and cups in various sizes, styles and amounts. While I didn’t want to ditch them all, I knew I wouldn’t use them once I bought my co-ordinated 6-piece dinning set. So my solution? Upcycling.

The bowl that I’m using in particular, I absolutely love. Honestly, if Kmart hadn’t changed their dinnerware range, I would’ve bought the extra four to make it a 6-piece set. But when I broke bowl #2 and was left with one, it seemed fitting to turn it into a pot for some of the succulents I’ve recently collected.

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34 Comments · Labels: Create, Lifestyle Tagged: Crafts, Create, decor, DIY, Green Thumb, Plants, Succulent, Succulents, Upcycle, Upcycling

September 17, 2017

Potato, Leek, Zucchini & White Bean Soup

September 17, 2017

Growing up, I hated soups with a passion. My younger self considered them to be one of the most boring and blandest meals imaginable. However, one of my local go-to lunch spots, Stove Monkey, has inspired me to give soups a second shot. As a result, I’ve discovered three reasons behind my new-found love for soup:

  • They taste amazing (if you find a flavour combo that tickles your tastebuds)
  • They’re easy to make
  • They’re perfect for meal prepping

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32 Comments · Labels: Food, Recipes, Soups Tagged: Bean, Cannellini, Leek, Meal Prep, Potato, Recipe, Soup, White Bean, Zucchini

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I’m Justine and I’m fuelled by a good cuppa, dark chocolate and soul-stirring books.
I’m a planaholic, dawdling writer, goal-getter and self-confessed homebody based in Melbourne.
I live for FRIYAY evenings chilling on the couch in a baggy tee and yoga pants.

Chasin’ dreams since 1995.



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