Denis and I looked after our nephew Nicholas on Sat night. Nik thoroughly enjoyed exploring our house and looking at all the unusual bits and pieces that we have around. Denis captured Nik having a wee play with his retro cool Zeiss Ikon Camera! How cute!
Denis and I own this gigantic slide rule (like most normal couples, not!). We had it sitting outside when moving house and our neighbour spotted it! Being an ex school principal he was absolutely fascinated by our large version of a slide rule. He promptly brought over his mini version (actually normal size) and to our delight we discovered they were the same brand "ARISTO". Perhaps our version was originally used as a teaching aid in university. Any ideas?
Mamma and Dadda jug are pleased to announce the adoption of their baby brown jug!
Now I have the complete set. My Aunty gave me the large and medium jugs, but wanted to keep the small brown jug as she was still using it.
To my pleasant surprise, I came across the Small Brown Jug in a second hand shop yesterday for $3. Couldn't believe it...Meant to be!
Mamma and Dadda jug are very happy with the new addition to their family!
I had so much fun exploring Brunswick when visiting Melbourne a few weeks back. We spent most of the day walking up one side of Brunswick Street then back down the other side so we didn't miss anything. So many quirky retro shops and heaps of cool cafes drawing you in with the aroma of delicious coffee.
We stumbled across Meet me at Mike's little shop. What a delightful space. Of course Denis and I couldn't leave without each buying something. For those who don't know, Meet me at Mike's are the creative folk (Pip Lincolne) behind the crafty book titled Sew La Tea Do and a newby to be released in October this year called Make Hey While the Sun Shines.
Me, I bought a vintage board game called Park and Shop. To my surprise I found 2 more retro games hidden away under the cardboard insert inside! One called "Money" and the other "Careers".
Denis took this photo of me walking proudly with my game through the Melbourne streets as we made our way back to the hotel. Yeah I did get a few looks...
Denis spotted this retro cool Zeiss Ikon Camera complete with flash and leather case. Denis's camera collection is rapidly growing, but I have to admit I particularly like this one.
