Exploring...Alexandra Gardens, Penarth

Wrapped up from the cold, full from breakfast at Ocho Lounge and camera in hand we took a stroll through Alexandra Gardens in Penarth, making our way from the town centre to the seafront.

The edwardian park was opened in the early 1900's and features a war memorial, topiary displays (look out for the two large birds at the town centre entrance), obelisk, ornamental pond and an aviary. Plenty to stop and look at on the uphill return walk!
 

 

Merry Christmas

This year, my first in the flat in Cardiff I decided against the traditional xmas tree and went for lots of decorations centred around the fireplaces. 

Holly branches & Pomander Balls 

(Follow this handy tutorial for pomander balls - Instructables tutorial)

Cones, dried orange slices & cinnamon sticks tied with ribbon

Cute deers!

Love the nordic skier (Tiger)

Merry Christmas everyone!