Woolfest today was WONDERFUL!
Jussi met me there, and we spent the whole day fondling exotic yarns and chatting.
I bought some Happy-Go-Knitty self striping rainbow sock, and some Rowan Calmer (for $6 a ball!).
And this. A supported spindle made from used photocopier parts and carbon fibre, and some lovely merino/silk to learn with.
A fabulous day, met wonderful people, and even got a gig teaching about ravelry.
Overall, so far we are all finding much that is wonderful in our new home. I am missing my friends very much, so immersion into the Auckland fibre scene is just the thing.
Something about NZ that isn’t awesome
$1.90 each for shrink wrapped Lebanese cucumbers. Not per kilo. Each!
Location:Milford,New Zealand
Google Glass Breastfeeding support trial
In the weeks before we left Sydney, I was fortunate to be one of the counsellors on roster for this innovative trial. It was a great success, with all of our mums achieving their breastfeeding goals and feeling supported. I hope that the lessons we learned during this trial will help to inform us with how we support mothers into the future – technology can be very helpful when used thoughtfully.
Let the festivities begin!
My first tasteless birthday gift has arrived, I declare birthday month open!
Location:Auckland,New Zealand
First day of school
Selfie with hobbit hole
Location:Jondor Road,Matamata,New Zealand
And there is a fecking albatross on the bin!
Not a bad spot for a knit

I went to my first Auckland S’nB today – everyone was very kind and welcoming, despite my unfortunate accent.
Mark and Squish are now exploring Mt Wellington while I sit in the car feeling poorly. It’s hard to feel sorry for yourself with a view like this though 🙂
Location:Maungarei Memorial Drive,Mount Wellington,New Zealand
Exploring Auckland’s playgrounds
Karekare
We stuck a pin in a map and headed off on an adventure!












