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Comment on Orange Armagnac Liquor by Penny

Penny — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 13:53:55 +0000

In reply to Vela.

Hi there
Thanks for reading. What a shame Monluc don’t send to USA.
My husband thinks my recipe is just as good as store bought. In fact, if you are struggling to buy white Armagnac there, try any eau de vie such as grappa as the base.
I would love to hear how it turns out.
Have a great day. Penny

Comment on Orange Armagnac Liquor by Vela

Vela — Sat, 19 Aug 2023 00:55:30 +0000

I used to travel to the southwest of France several times a year and always went to Chateau Monluc to buy Pousse Rapiere. My friends have moved and the Chateau does not import to the USA. I am down to my last stage bottle! My question is, how close in gate is your recipe to Pousse Rapiere. Thank you.

Comment on My She Shed dream by Penny

Penny — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 12:38:50 +0000

In reply to Louise Munro.

Hi Louise
Thanks so much for the feedback. I adore my She Shed. It was a blessing during the strict Covid lockdowns and remains my special place for creating and contemplating.
If you really are thinking of getting your own, have a look at She Sheds on Pinterest. Lots of inspiration and tips on how to create inexpensively.
My latest tip or really look at insulation (heat and cold) an area I should have concentrated more on.
It is many years since I visited Orange but some very happy holiday memories.
Have a great day.
Penny

Comment on Kiwi Fruit Marmalade by FRED PARLE4

FRED PARLE4 — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 11:42:28 +0000

You have just earned the respect of a fellow Aussi/Irish man 83 . Living on the Wild Atlantic Way I spent my life in so many ways as a seagoing Marine Engineer pirated 2008 .
Looking forward to making the Jam . Keep in touch .

Comment on My She Shed dream by Louise Munro

Louise Munro — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 09:09:59 +0000

Hi Penny
I love your She Shed – have got a book called “Her Space’ Kiwi She Sheds, Back Rooms and Kitchen Tables. By Marilyn Jessen – it’s a brilliant read.
Am planning a She Shed and looking for one at the moment.
Love yours with all the light!
You have really inspired me thank you
After 10 years in Orange, Western NSW, it’s time to sort myself out and get creative!

Comment on Budget Stairs makeover by Penny

Penny — Mon, 24 May 2021 14:06:18 +0000

In reply to Isla.

Dear Isla

Thank you so much for your encouraging words. You do not know how much a few words of appreciation mean to us.
Have a great day.
Penny

Comment on Budget Stairs makeover by Isla

Isla — Mon, 24 May 2021 11:44:21 +0000

I really enjoyed reading this post. Hats off to you for taking on all of your projects with gusto and good humour!

Comment on My She Shed dream by Penny

Penny — Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:55:24 +0000

In reply to GAYNOR CARTER.

Dear Gaynor
I am so thrilled it has helped. I LOVE my she shed and throughout the last year of this virus, it has been a saviour- so much so that I lost my enthusiasm for this blog. Crafting, creating and simply having a “me” space has helped during what was a very bizarre 2020. I also learnt a lot about my she shed space and organising it. I will update the post to include some other tips.
Thanks for your feedback.
Penny

Comment on My She Shed dream by GAYNOR CARTER

GAYNOR CARTER — Sun, 24 Jan 2021 07:21:11 +0000

Hi you have done brilliantly. My friend Marjorie is living in Central France 23600. She is just starting the process of looking for a She Shed to do her craft work in so your shared experiences will help her a lot . Thank you ever so much for the info and an enjoyae read .
Gaynor .

Comment on Tips to assist buying property in France by Penny

Penny — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 10:07:04 +0000

In reply to Koko. Dear Koko Thank you so much for your lovely words. I hope you keep dreaming and perhaps one day follow it. Have a wonderful day. Penny