Kat's Fluffy Balls
100% compostable cat toys made from New Zealand wool, and filled with Kat's Nip.
LATEST POSTS
Cleaning the water tank with Safe H2O
When we noticed our tap water was acidic, we decided to get the tank cleaned. Here’s how it went.
On grief
A poorly-timed accident sends me spinning.
More things I’ve been liking
Some things that have made 2025 bearable.
Garlic harvest 2025
Results from my much-smaller 2025 garlic crop.
Hi, I’m Kat,
I live in Te Hiku (Far North), New Zealand near the Bay of Islands with my partner Richard, our two dogs, three cats, six cows, 11 hens, and our rooster, Tommy.
A few years ago we managed to purchase a 15 hectare lifestyle block complete with regenerating native forest and paddocks. This website is where I record our adventures, experiments, ideas, projects, and plans.
I also sell some of the things I grow. Check out the store to see what’s available!Mastodon
Spare cow
In the face of a mystery, we find ourselves examining our morals.
Garden planning with GardenBox 3D
Creating a map of my garden using GardenBox 3D, and how I’m using it to plan my upcoming gardening adventures.
Māra kūmara
This year I’ve re-introduced kūmara into my garden.
Coconut lemon slice (new and improved)
One of my most popular recipes is now even better!
Outback Buildings chicken coop review
We’ve had our Outback Buildings chicken coop for 8 years. How has it held up?
Companion planting
An introduction to the real scientific principles behind the idea of companion planting.
Ponga paths
The next stage in the evolution of my wee garden.
Summer garden plans
The plans I’ve got for my garden over the summer of 2025-26.
Gnome makeover
Time to give my gnomes a glow-up!
Pest management
The pest-control is getting an upgrade around here.