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How to decorate a beehive!

It's arts festival time in this part of the world, and our local extravaganza has been going on for a few days now.  
Yesterday I went along to help with this workshop.  Bedlam, but great fun!
A local beekeeper was on hand to tell the children about bees, beekeeping and how to make a little beeswax candle.  All good stuff!



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  1. What an excellent fair for all to participate. Love the painted beehives...it's a shame E isn't over there to join in. She would love to do that. The candles are especially lovely, I have some that look very similar. I bet it was chaotic but so much fun. Great thing to get involved in. Happy days. Love S xx

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    1. You're right! The Melbourne Princess would have had a great time! It was good fun! And our sunshine continues!!! HOORAY! Mind you, we've earnt this, after that horrendous endless winter! xx

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