Best Absorbent Tea Towels: What Material Actually Works?

Pure linen is generally the best tea towel for drying dishes and glassware. Cotton is a practical choice for hands and spills, while microfibre is highly absorbent but may retain odours and does not appeal to everyone who prefers natural fibres.

Will there be a lot of snakes if we move out of the City?

When my husband and I talked about leaving Brisbane and moving to Eumundi, we talked about all the important things. More space. Less traffic. Growing our own vegetables.  Fresh air. A slower pace of life. Maybe growing some flowers. Funny how he never mentioned the snakes. Not once.  I feel this was a fairly significant omission from the country-life brochure that I was romanticising in my head. 

Linen vs Cotton Tea Towels: Which Is Better?

If you're wondering whether linen or cotton tea towels dry better, the short answer is simple: Linen tea towels generally outperform cotton tea towels when it comes to absorbency, drying speed, durability and long-term performance. While both materials have their place in the kitchen, linen has been the preferred choice of professional cooks, home bakers and farmhouse kitchens for centuries. Its ability to absorb moisture quickly, dry faster between uses and become softer over time makes it a practical and beautiful addition to any Australian kitchen. Let's take a closer look at why. Linen vs Cotton Tea Towels: Quick Comparison