Meet Beryl
Meet Beryl
Last month, one of my blog readers got hold of me to tell me she had something interesting for me (more on that later). Intruiged, I went to meet Beryl, and found one busy lady, with countless embroidery projects on the go , including these little pincushions…
…and also beautiful embroidered pictures, like the one below that I liked very much. She also raises money for charities by reconditioning cards, and when she’s not reading her favourite blogs (like Skinny laMinx!) she uses her computer to put together her Village’s monthly newsletters.
But Beryl’s not all about pursuits of the ladylike variety. She’s a passionate recycler and re-user, and along with her helpers Christina and Gale, they run “The Pondokki Worm Farm” from her garage, where they grow and sell earthworms. I’ve been planning a worm farm for a while, and I’m glad to now have a dealer of my own!
It was very nice to meet you, Beryl! And thanks so much for the keys (see next post).
AnnLuise
What a beautiful treasure you found – in any way. A wonderful lady and a unique key collection. Think about all the stories wich are included in those keys! Since I am from Germany: What for one needs earth worms? (sorry if that question sounds stupid)Love, AnnLuise
Extranjera
Any leads on worms in Jhb area? or is one allowed to fly with worms? Must find out.
Dee Beale
Wow, great post, what a cool lady.
Cicada Studio
How lovely to meet one of your readers- especially one who has so many interesting things to offer.
psst- I’ve got your earthworm connection in my backyard, when you come to visit the states.
Larien
What beautiful work!
Recycling is a natural part of my life because of my grandmother who would use her old stockings in the garden and taught me to sew dolls and fill them with plastic grocery bags.
It’s wonderful to know that there are so many people who feel the same all around the world!
Heather Moore
A worm farm, dear readers, is a great way to turn kitchen waste into compost! You have a container full of earthworms, put your peelings and old food into it, the worms munch through it, and their pee is brilliant plant food. Read more at http://www.mothercityliving.co.za/20080618/6-good-reasons-to-start-a-worm-farm-and-how-to-do-it/
pondoki worms
If Extranja needs worms in Jhb e mail me on saundersb@telkomsa.net I will give you a contct No
Beryl