Alright, this is the last new Heluva site for a while. Since discovering the wonders of Word Press (cheers Tom) we have been fascinated with the speed and ease of creating a new look site. We would just like to thank Perry for designing such a great site. This blog, www.heluva.com.au/blog is now going to be replaced with www.heluva.com.au. I hope everyone likes the new look site, let us know your thoughts.
Great way to dress up your plants. Made from Polyester, the ‘Plant Sac‘ allows you to place plant and pot inside without the need for additional coaster.
If you were wondering why there was no posts yesterday, you can ‘blame it on the rain’. Photos from the Brisbane times
What better way to bring in the New Year than with Kumquats or Cumquats. Originally from China, Kumquats are a tart citrus fruit. Kumquat shrubs are a low growing evergreen and range from 2.5 – 4.5m in height.
Following is from Wikipedia
Kumquats are often eaten raw. As the rind is sweet and the juicy centre is sour and salty, the raw fruit is usually consumed either whole — to savour the contrast — or only the rind is eaten. The fruit is considered ripe when it reaches a yellowish-orange stage and has just shed the last tint of green. The Hong Kong Kumquat has a rather sweet rind compared to the rinds of other citrus fruits.
Culinary uses include: candying and kumquat preserves, marmalade, and jelly. Kumquats have begun to appear as a martini garnish, in lieu of the classic olive. They can also be sliced and added to salads. A liqueur can be made by macerating kumquats in vodka or other clear spirit.
In popular culture Kumquat are a Zurich based Swiss group who produce techno/ lounge house music.
Check out the Cocoon by Måns Salomonsen. The Cocoon is made from clay. It allows for growth and storage. The perfect house warming gift.
Happy Chinese New Year. Read more to find out the traits of the year of the Tiger as well as the symbolism of various dates surrounding Chinese New Year.
Great loss to fashion… Alexander Mcqueen. Read more here
