Irene Wallace - Articles

How To Make A Teddy Bear With Character

Teddy Bears are so adorable and still very popular as toys. In this world of everything electronic, teddy bears still have a special place in the hearts of most children and adults. Making a teddy bear is very rewarding, and it's wonderful to see the end result. Read

By: Irene Wallace | 06/12/2009 | Crafts

Will 2009 be 'The Year Of The Parramatta Eel?'

Parramatta are marching ahead in the finals of this years NRL competition after last night's strong win over the Gold Coast Titans 27-2. Read

By: Irene Wallace | 18/09/2009 | Football

Charity Baby Knits

Charity baby knits can be sent to your local World Vision or Save the Children collection centres. These knits are sent to poor African and Asian communities to keep little babies warm. They are simple to make and can be made in bright colours using leftover wool. It's important not to make all white knits as this is a symbol of death in some cultures. See patterns below. Read

By: Irene Wallace | 04/09/2009 | Crafts

How To Knit A Trauma Teddy

Trauma Teddies are given out to people (usually children) who are suffering a traumatic experience. The Red Cross(In Australia) donate the teddies to hospitals, emergency services, police, fire brigades and nursing homes who then give them to people suffering trauma. They are very easy to make. Read

By: Irene Wallace | 04/09/2009 | Crafts

My South Pacific Cruise

My Cruise to the South Pacific aboard P&O's Pacific Dawn, was a real holiday. Some holiday tips follow for those thinking of cruising in the near future. Cruising is very popular at the present time and it's such a relaxing vacation. The South Pacific islands are paradise on Earth, quite unspoilt with magnificent beaches. I've just returned from my second cruise and had a great time in spite of the swine flu dramas at the time. The Chief of The Isle Of Pines wouldn't let the ship visit! Read

By: Irene Wallace | 04/09/2009 | Cruising