about me


I was trying to put this together last night and I read this, this morning and loved the idea of getting to know people a little better across the blogosphere.

I am a mum to two adventurous creatures who I would not give up for anything and that's why I work from home so I can spend time nurturing a watching my two little beings grow and evolve.
I have a wonderfully loving and caring partner who is a talented chef and that's why I bake and hardly ever cook.

I travelled alot overseas and worked there as well, studied art and photography and always loved to make people smile through my art and through my baking experiments.

I love baking because of the pleasure it gives other people, whether it's them tasting or trying my recipes or just seeing my kids enjoy making things and loving it and I love taking photos just as much as I love breathing.

I am a fussy vegetarian and although I love to bake I don't try any of my recipes unless they have been modified for my weird taste. So, no, I have never eaten a gingerbread man or even a cupcake, I get my family to do the tasting for me.

So, that's just a little bit about me, I really hope you could tell us more about you, I know I love getting to know my friends in blogland.

Thanks for reading this far ♥ Hope you are having a fabulous October!


More about me here
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Comments

  1. Kate1 October 2009 at 01:38

    Funny that's how Leonie imagined you because I always get a shock that you're not blonde. So ace getting to know you too. I never eat my baked goods and I am a fussy vegetarian as well. People think I'm mad, I'm so happy to meet someone else mad. Good luck with this crazy thing we've signed up to. see (read) you tomorrow.

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  2. Anonymous1 October 2009 at 04:34

    I loved reading this
    I cannot believe you have never had a cupcake!

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  3. Cathy {tinniegirl}1 October 2009 at 05:03

    Great post Cathie. That top photo is really beautiful.

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  4. Anonymous1 October 2009 at 05:24

    Go on Cath, taste just one of your creations. Michelle xx

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  5. JasperBoy1 October 2009 at 05:26

    I love that photo of you in the kitchen too! Very photogenic as usual :)

    Jen in Melbourne

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  6. CurlyPops1 October 2009 at 05:48

    What a fab work in progress shot (literally). i always wondered how you managed to stay so svelte when you spend all that time baking such yummy things!

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  7. Sian1 October 2009 at 08:16

    I love baking more than cooking too - I leave that to my husband to do! Great to get to know you a bit Cathie. Love following your blog and seeing life over the other side of the world! :-)

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  8. One Flew Over1 October 2009 at 15:43

    Thanks for sharing Cathie!! I love the baking action shots, it is always nice to see the ladies behind the blogs!

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  9. Sarah1 October 2009 at 17:44

    Hey Cathie! As a fellow lover of baking I just love your blog, your pictures and layout are gorgeous! I will have to try making those chocolate hearts with sprinkles, they look delicious!
    x Lauren

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  10. Cat1 October 2009 at 22:12

    Cathie - you are beautiful and thanks for sharing! xo

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  11. Rilsta1 October 2009 at 22:17

    Love the last photo of the three of you! Your children are too cute! :)

    I am in awe of people who bake but then never try their creations! The baking smells are so hard to resist, I jump at all my baked goodies as soon as they're out of the oven!

    One day I think you should try a cupcake!!

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  12. Megan.K.2 October 2009 at 03:06

    I loved reading this Cathie :)
    x

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  13. admin2 October 2009 at 05:20

    Thanks Cathie for sharing :) Gorgeous pics of you :)

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  14. Cath @ chunkychooky8 October 2009 at 20:28

    I am amrried to a chef too so i never cook either- however I also never bake... hoping to be inspired.

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  15. Madame Sucre15 October 2009 at 09:16

    You are so lucky Cathie to have the chance to be home with your kids.. I am a mom..full time architect in the daytime..& food architect in the night time ( well , not yet offically but I'm trying to start up a small batch bakery from home ..).. & trying for another baby! what was I thinking?

    thanks for bringing some sanity into our lives! Me? I totally need it!
    reading about what you make and your life relaxes me a bit!

    I'm happy to find your blog:) have a wonderful day and enjoy life!:)

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  16. posie blogs Jennie McClelland22 January 2010 at 23:47

    Only just thought to pop over & check this out, look at your gorgeous family!! You blog is the prettiest EVER!! Love Posie

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  17. Spunkerella Pettiskirt17 February 2010 at 21:55

    I am hooked Miss Cathie.... gorgeous blog ♥

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  18. noddy24 April 2010 at 19:43

    Hey Cath :)
    Didn’t think i-Vefa was worth letting anyone know about..my cooking adventures are sub-par and in no way shape or form comparably to ones such as m.e. which I’ve found to be an invaluable read. What you’ve done with m.e. is amazing might I add and quite an inspiration. Keep it all up and I hope to see you guys soon :) The publicist asked me if you’ll be at the market on Saturday? She’s been dying to show m.e…:)
    Noddy

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  19. Bubby Makes Three7 August 2010 at 22:13

    I am fascinated as to why, as a 'strict vegetarian' you cannot eat your own cupcakes?! Do they contain hidden sausages? Or are you just vegetarian AND health conscious?! I too am a vegie... but I am quite fond of a cupcake or several! Love your blog..... xo

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  20. Bryt27 August 2010 at 01:14

    I think that's my favourite thing about blogs, reading about the people themselves. I'm more likely to stop and read their blog once I've found their about page and 'get to know them'.
    Thanks for sharing!!

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  21. Anonymous30 October 2010 at 03:50

    An "about me" page is the first one I go to. So very glad you have one :-) xx

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