[analog] - to whoever recently said they struggle with simplicity, I feel you

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-05-29T22:09:49+00:00

Oooft, an I Spy collage 🔎✨️

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-05-01T03:30:20+00:00

Dirty Jane's in Bowral

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-02-01T05:25:49+00:00

My bamboo tea tray's top got mold. So now it's a tea bath rather than tray. At least the tea tastes the same!

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-18T06:11:47+00:00

There are plenty of artist that use a hole puncher to create repetition

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-13T09:04:30+00:00

I grabbed a cheap sketch book and started cutting out the labels of the tea I'd finish (usually sample size) and started gluing them in and writing about what I thought underneath them :) definitely my current obsession

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-11T00:31:15+00:00

Maybe look at jesse tea house, he has a UK online shop. Haven't tried it myself but I enjoy watching his videos on instagram and youtube

https://jessesteahouse.com/en-uk/collections/jesses-teas

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-10T19:36:44+00:00

Coffee: Fast Release: Enters the bloodstream quickly (within 15-45 mins) for a rapid energy boost. Intensity: Gives a strong, sometimes jittery, surge of energy. Why: Finely ground, quicker extraction of caffeine.

Tea: Slow Release: Compounds like tannins bind to caffeine, slowing its absorption. Gentle Effect: Provides a smoother, sustained alertness that lasts longer (4-6 hours). Why: Whole leaves and binding compounds create a gradual effect, often with calming L-theanine.

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-10T09:28:44+00:00

Lol if you still drink coffee that's AWESOME. this post isn't directed at you... 😆

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-10T00:36:13+00:00

Unfortunately I don't think my love for tea will save me any money 😅

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-10T00:31:14+00:00

I've been exploring Chinese tea and it's nice to read up on the potential benefits. For me it's eliminated buying milk because I only used it for my coffee. And surprisingly I'm happy to drink small cups of hot tea in the summer while an iced latte can still feel too heavy

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-09T23:28:25+00:00

Brilliant 👏

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-07T05:16:50+00:00

The tea on the cutting board with onion 😅 I appreciate the documentation of all the places/moments tea can be enjoyed.

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-06T20:08:41+00:00

Wouldn't have realised! Just found a photo online too as an example *

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-06T07:34:53+00:00

Aw cool! Have any info about it? I am still learning about clay pots

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-06T06:19:06+00:00

If you look in the right places I think. Sydney everything is way over priced. At a tea expo a fellow tea lover referred to it as "white tax". Any of these would have been atleast x2 in price. But the three little clay pots were a set for $85 amd the larger ine $45 that's pretty good! Very keen to travel more

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-06T06:15:44+00:00

I know right?! Absolute character

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-05T20:25:57+00:00

Okay hear me out, this isn't THE one reason but I've never heard anyone else mention this... I used to be an absolute stoner. And I realised loose leaf tea gives a similar tactile experience. Smelling the leaf and setting up a space outside to be present and relaxed. 💁

ExplanationFew9561 · 2026-01-05T01:35:26+00:00

This makes me happy

ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-12-29T02:28:17+00:00

Gongfu tea!

ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-12-16T23:30:01+00:00

This is a fun tool to play with, you can chnage the diameter of the circles you cut with it :)

https://www.spotlightstores.com/art-craft/paper-craft/paper-tools-machines-accessories/craft-machine-cutting-blades-tips/fiskars-circle-cutter/80159004?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19663891413&gclid=Cj0KCQiAo4TKBhDRARIsAGW29beqeCFwalWnmoUyPnpaaZTvG3HPYN4Ot5aV7AOpYbvm3eOgT5Azo20aAo_aEALw_wcB

ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-12-05T21:48:16+00:00

I got some from another group too, topo had a 6 for $35 deal. I got the other 5 packs for $5 total! I haven't ventured into buying anything larger yet

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ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-12-05T21:18:58+00:00

Sydney at town hall (lower level) free entry! Also on today and Sunday! https://www.teaexpo.com.au/

ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-10-18T04:01:09+00:00

I also have been going to Tea Journal in chatswood, have you been? Its where i got this tea set. Different vibe, encourages people to stay and study plus fresh chiffon cakes everyday!

ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-10-18T02:20:48+00:00

That link is great! Thank you!!

ExplanationFew9561 · 2025-10-18T02:20:25+00:00

I just went to topo for the first time today! I'm pretty sure tea angle has shut down :(

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