The Miss Phats

" Making something out of nothing is my favorite thing to do ".
The ancient art of papier~mache is the perfect medium for her creative endeavours.......trained as an Interior designer, and having worked in the paint finish business for several years, she is able to blend her love of color and shape in these functional and whimsical works of art. All pieces are formed from found objects : a "Y" shaped branch becomes the legs for a gun-slinging cowboy, twisted wire is transformed into a birds legs. Each piece is one-of-a-kind,
and signed by the artist



Eulalie Misphat.....a girl with attitude.



Amelia Misphat......... " Rubanesque, " no ?


You can see more of Nancy's work at our store on 60 Cameron,Hudson, Quebec or online at www.nancyjanefarnum.com

BBC NEWSFLASH!!!

Tea 'healthier' drink than water

The researchers recommend people consume three to four cups a day
Drinking three or more cups of tea a day is as good for you as drinking plenty of water and may even have extra health benefits, say researchers.
The work in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition dispels the common belief that tea dehydrates.

Tea not only rehydrates as well as water does, but it can also protect against heart disease and some cancers, UK nutritionists found.

Experts believe flavonoids are the key ingredient in tea that promote health.
Healthy cuppa

These polyphenol antioxidants are found in many foods and plants, including tea leaves, and have been shown to help prevent cell damage.


Tea replaces fluids and contains antioxidants so its got two things going for it

Lead author Dr Ruxton
Public health nutritionist Dr Carrie Ruxton, and colleagues at Kings College London, looked at published studies on the health effects of tea consumption.

They found clear evidence that drinking three to four cups of tea a day can cut the chances of having a heart attack.

Some studies suggested tea consumption protected against cancer, although this effect was less clear-cut.

Other health benefits seen included protection against tooth plaque and potentially tooth decay, plus bone strengthening.

Dr Ruxton said: "Drinking tea is actually better for you than drinking water. Water is essentially replacing fluid. Tea replaces fluids and contains antioxidants so it's got two things going for it."

Rehydrating

She said it was an urban myth that tea is dehydrating.

"Studies on caffeine have found very high doses dehydrate and everyone assumes that caffeine-containing beverages dehydrate. But even if you had a really, really strong cup of tea or coffee, which is quite hard to make, you would still have a net gain of fluid.

"Also, a cup of tea contains fluoride, which is good for the teeth," she added.

There was no evidence that tea consumption was harmful to health. However, research suggests that tea can impair the body's ability to absorb iron from food, meaning people at risk of anaemia should avoid drinking tea around mealtimes.

NEW TEA ARRIVAL

Like fine wines, each tea carries delicate nuances and subtle shades of character. These are dependent on the unique soils, weather conditions and manufacturing styles of the estates on which they were produced.

We now have over 35 teas in store!In addition we now have:
Darjeeling which are often referred to as the Champagne of Teas. One of the tea world’s most picturesque growing regions, Darjeeling sits in the Shiwalak Hills on the lower range of the Himalayas. The cool wet conditions produce teas that are light liquoring with an origin specific muscatel character.
Decafinated English Breakfast which uses a chemical free C02 process.This unique process uses water to naturally decafinate the tea while leaving in the flavour.
Florida Orange Rooibos Rooibos, which means Red Bush in Afrikaans, grows in only one place on Earth, the Cederberg district of South Africa. The pine needle like leaves of the bushy plant were first harvested by local African tribes. With the arrival of Europeans to the country, the beverage first became commercially available.

Prom dresses ,hair, make-up and of course flowers!

The old prom tradition is to have the guy ask a girl to prom. In recent years, this has changed somewhat, so that now sometimes a girl will ask the guy out. (Two years in a row, prom magazines have talked about this issue.)
And even more recently, at some high schools, the boys and girls go as a group, instead of with dates.
Guys are lucky; girls love flowers! There isn’t much you can do wrong when you pick a corsage for your Prom date. But, just in case, here are a few tips to take the pressure off.

What’s a corsage?

A corsage is a grouping of two or three flowers usually worn on a girl’s wrist. Pin corsages and small bouquets are also available but aren’t as popular. If you’re not sure what she’d prefer, ask. If you would rather surprise her, go with the wrist corsage to be safe.

What color corsage?

The right color depends on the girl. Again, you can ask what colors she likes, or take a guess. It’s always a good idea to keep in mind her dress color. The corsage doesn’t have to match exactly, but don’t pick a clashing color. If you’re not sure, go with neutrals like white roses or white gerbera daisies with yellow centers. And you can always consider matching her corsage to your boutonniere.

What type flowers?

The flower type also depends on her preference. You can always ask.
She’ll be flattered that you did. If you’re against asking what she likes, keep these rules in mind when you shop for a Prom corsage:

Don’t pick a corsage with too many or too few flowers. If you get too flowers , you risk weighing down her wrist. If you get too few flowers, you risk a skimpy looking corsage.

Always avoid large flowers. The larger the flowers, the bigger the corsage and the more it will get in the way. You don’t want her corsage to take the attention away from her!

Consider your date’s personality while choosing a corsage. Describe her to the florist, and he or she should be able to help you. If your girl is more traditional, roses and carnations are your best bet. If she is trendier, irises or small calla lilies with a pop of color might be more appropriate.

Lunch fit for a ploughman

Nothing says summer more at home in the UK than ploughmans lunch,pork pies and of course crispy green salad served with none other than Heinz Salad Cream.

Now we have longer warmer days it seems that it's natural to have Ice tea on the menu so we make it fresh every day .

New tearoom Menu......

We have added to our selection of fine loose teas: Japananese Green , Provence Roisboos and Irish Breakfast.

In addition we have more sandwiches to offer: delicious Coronation Chicken,creamy egg mayonaise and crispy bacon, Chicken with sage and onion stuffing and scrumtious savoury cheese to mention but a few!

Finish it all off with either our famous Scones ,jam and Devon Double Cream.......simply to die for!

Or a slice of Hazelnut Gateaux,Lemon Swiss roll ,Apple Streusel, Bee Stings made by a local German Pastry chef .

LOVE X LOVE ... Valentines Day Flowers

My love is like a red red rose...........Rabbie Burns

Flowers remain one of the best and most affordable ways of celebrating Valentine’s Day. With the right ideas and flower arrangements, you really cannot go wrong! This year, Cupid’s arrow strikes on Sunday, Feb 14th. Plan ahead and the rewards will be great!

Nothing quite says I love you like a red rose whether it's a single red rose tied with a silk ribbon or a heart of red roses .