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If you are finding it hard to get hold of KN95 masks, or finding them too expensive, you could perhaps consider the next best thing: Silk.
A number of studies have shown that silk is effective at repelling droplets, with one study showing the best results were the KN95 masks, the next best were … View moreIf you are finding it hard to get hold of KN95 masks, or finding them too expensive, you could perhaps consider the next best thing: Silk.
A number of studies have shown that silk is effective at repelling droplets, with one study showing the best results were the KN95 masks, the next best were silk masks.
These can be made at home, and do have a number of advantages. They can be washed numerous times and dry quickly. They are soft and don't tend to aggravate the skin and generally provide a good seal around the nose. They are a natural product and environmentally preferable to polyester disposable masks. They can be made cheaply.
I have attached a pattern based on a KN95 mask, as it appears when folded. you will need to cut 8 pieces, double layers front and back and then join the middle seam for each side, insert a cotton inner layer, a metal strip across the nose area (you can get these from a disposable mask), close the seam around the outer edge and attach the elastic.
An old silk scarf or shirt is ideal to make these. I have also spoken to the recycle shop at the Otaihanga transfer station and they will collect any silk items that come in so people can use them for mask making.
Antique Abstract 1950's era Bronze? Figure, Seated Man Playing Guitar. I think it is bronze, it has the look, feel and weight of bronze. It is 14 cm tall in excellent condition, There are no maker's marks on it.
Kapiti Carers are a wonderful group of Kapiti volunteers helping the vulnerable with transport to hospitals and doctor’s appointments in Wellington, Hutt Valley, Porirua and locally.
Donations/Koha keep this invaluable service going because, as you all know, the volunteers all use their own … View moreKapiti Carers are a wonderful group of Kapiti volunteers helping the vulnerable with transport to hospitals and doctor’s appointments in Wellington, Hutt Valley, Porirua and locally.
Donations/Koha keep this invaluable service going because, as you all know, the volunteers all use their own vehicles and are faced with ever-increasing fuel costs.
Recommended donation for Wellington & Hutt Valley $60, Kenepuru $40 and $20 for a local appointment, all including the return journey and waiting for you during your appointment!.
Contact people
Louise Scott
Paraparaumu 0210525640
Angela Letch
Paraparaumu 04 9051156
Helen-Mary Foley
Paraparaumu 0272953991
Diana Ponsford
Waikanae 042938590
PLENTY OF PRIOR NOTICE PLEASE!
And you might have seen our lovely Diana in the paper this week asking for people to consider volunteering - please do give Diana a ring if you have time to help 😊😊😊
Timber bed frame (bed head NOT included). The bed frame is sturdy (it's an old Sleepyhead base where the fabric has been removed from the sides) and measures approx. 2,025mm (L) x 1,520mm (w) x 310mm (h).
Wellington volunteers are planning to clean up Parliament grounds in order to return the area to the public now protesters who have occupied the site for more than three weeks have been evicted.
What are your thoughts on the future of Parliament grounds?
WHERE:- Te Horo Community Hall, School Road, Te Horo
WHEN:- Sunday 6 March 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm
Beat the Covid Blues with a visit to the monthly Te Horo Country Market this Sunday (6 March). A truly friendly, local, community market, just 100 metres from Ruth Pretty's, 30+ stalls both… View moreWHERE:- Te Horo Community Hall, School Road, Te Horo
WHEN:- Sunday 6 March 2022 10:00am – 1:00pm
Beat the Covid Blues with a visit to the monthly Te Horo Country Market this Sunday (6 March). A truly friendly, local, community market, just 100 metres from Ruth Pretty's, 30+ stalls both inside and outside.
Popup Café with yummy food and refreshments, Bernie's Barrows, Natural Skincare, Upcycled and Re-Purposed items including furniture and homewares, Health Supplements, Masks, Crafts, Mosaics, Quilting and Patchwork, Designer Fabrics and Paper Goodies, Pottery, Cards, Bird Feeders, Knits, Bric-a-Brac, Books Preserves, Honeys, Olive Oils, Plants etc. etc.
Also included is a "Seasonal Surplus". stall - Just bring your surplus veggies, flowers and fruit to our Seasonal Surplus table - we'll sell it for you and will donate our percentage to local causes.
Celebrate a late summer at a real country market day! You’ll find cheerful smiles and a lovely bunch of really friendly and talented stallholders.
NZ COVID Tracer Posters, Sign-In Forms and Sanitiser will be available. All welcome - just don’t forget your vaccine passes for the pop-up cafe. and your masks (unless exempt). Social Distancing required.
I've just cut down a apple tree,does anyone want the apples for horses/pigs?some are ripe,mostly are semi ripe.
You are invited to an Ecumenical Service this FRIDAY 4th MARCH at 11am. hosted by OUR LADY OF GRACE CHURCH, 5 Palmer Crescent, Heretaunga
Men, Women, Children WELCOME
A COVID PASS REQUIRED event.
Pre-book www.picktime.com...
OR Phone OLOV Parish Office 04-9724282
OR Email office@olov.org.nz
This week, Way Back Wednesday is Tītahi Bay beach in 1958. Does anyone know the names of the couple walking on the beach?
It’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.
As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach … View moreIt’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.
As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach their goals with a faster, easier approach to business loans. And we’re proud to be back sponsoring the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
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The hunt for wallabies continues in Upper Hutt and South Wairarapa.
Biosecurity officials appealed for sightings of dama wallabies after they were seen at Pakuratahi Forest in Upper Hutt last September. Four were later recovered dead after a baiting operation.
Glen Falconer, leader of the Greater … View moreThe hunt for wallabies continues in Upper Hutt and South Wairarapa.
Biosecurity officials appealed for sightings of dama wallabies after they were seen at Pakuratahi Forest in Upper Hutt last September. Four were later recovered dead after a baiting operation.
Glen Falconer, leader of the Greater Wellington Regional Council's pest animal team, said over the Christmas and New Year period monitoring had indicated the pest species’ continued presence – a wallaby had been caught on a trail camera, and a dog had scented an animal, possibly the same individual.
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