Thursday, March 25, 2010

label love...




so simple. so effective.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

coffee at honeybee...




I so want to sit in that colourful courtyard with a friend and enjoy a coffee. Yesterday I sent a package of hot toffee to Wyan and the gorgeous girls at honeybee in Newcastle. Looks like a lovely shop to find that perfect gift for someone!

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

in the studio..













Of late I've had quite a lot of help in the hot toffee studio. Mum has been busy sewing up my little jewellery pouches and making bird garlands. Dad was a machine on my button machine making 100's of badges and magnets. On top of all the hot toffee work they did I was totally spoilt and did not cook for the whole 7 days they were staying with us. Thankyou - it was so nice to have such great company in my studio! Past the sky x

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Funky Homes..






I'm so excited that a selection of hot toffee goodies can now be found in Hobart at Funky Homes in Liverpool Street. The second photo makes me feel like walking in and doing some shopping!

Sunday, March 14, 2010

to market to market..




it's 4.40am I'm sitting here sipping on my coffee, listening to the rain on the roof. RAIN. In 20 minutes I will be heading out the door to the Boutique Markets let's hope by the time I reach Hamilton there is no sign of rain. If you are looking for something to do today why not head to Portside Wharf at Hamilton and walk through the markets which are filled with handmade treasures. 8am - 1pm. Hope to see you there!

Saturday, March 6, 2010

Ruby 2 Go Go



This Marilyn pendant is by the gorgeous Helen of Ruby 2 Go Go and Ruby Red Studios. Come and visit her and the brisStyle members TODAY Saturday 6th March at St Augustine's Church Hall & Grounds, Racecourse Rd Hamilton Brisbane. 9am - 2pm.
Fingers crossed the rain holds off until we are all safely packed and on our way home!

Friday, March 5, 2010

Beckybean



love coffee? Beckybean has a wonderful range of bags made from reclaimed coffee sacks! The Beckybean stall is always filled with bespoke handbags which are often adorned with handcrafted wooden buttons made by the designers'(two crafty sisters) father - talented family!

REread Design



I have a collection of brooches made by Hayley of REread Designs. a couple of birds. a dear. a rabbit. My plan on Saturday is to add a dog to my collection. I ALWAYS receive compliments when sporting one of these treasures.

{ a creature stange }



Turquoise and yellow make me happy. instantly! This yo-yo necklace is by
{a creature strange} who will be at the Bris Style market this Saturday selling iPhone cases as well necklaces.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Spun Mud



I can not wait to see the work of ceramic artist Bec Lindemann in person on Saturday. I have an absolute love of ceramics that often finds me standing still simply holding a mug or bowl in my hands - it makes me feel at peace and so so happy.

I'm teaching tomorrow so have scheduled a few more posts on the talent that will be part of the market on Saturday.

Kimono Reincarnate



Snippets of vintage kimono preserved under resin and framed in silver. These stunning pendants are by Melanie from Kimono Reincarnate. This little stall is always filled with materials and creations that speak of Japan.

You will find the Kimono Reincarnate stall in the Saint Augustine Church Grounds on Saturday from 9am - 2pm.

enticing icing



Edible sugar creations by enticing icing. Hearts, stars, birds, pirates..custom orders - all made fresh to order.

Come by the BiDM on Saturday to see these little gems for yourself.

Flight Industries



I'm having sooooo much fun. I've had a very busy start to the year and haven't had a lot of time for blogging or catching up on what my fellow bris Style members have been up to. I'm loving these PDF files of 'TO DO' lists by artist Sally Flynn of Flight Industries. There is a great interview with Sally over at Printsy which gives an interesting insight into the inspiration and practices behind her work. If you would prefer to meet her in person then come along to the bris Style Indie Market..

THIS Saturday March 6th!
Racecourse Road, Saint Augustine's Church Hall & Grounds, Hamilton.
9am - 2pm

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Little Mary Moo



I've written about Little Mary Moo before because I just love these little purses! Made with mostly Australian screen printed fabrics they make lovely & useful gifts as they are or filled with little treasures like lip gloss, hairbands or jewellery. They are extremely well made, lined and beautifully tactile. These usually sell very quickly so head to the Bris Style Indie Market early this Saturday to snap up a couple.

Saint Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds.
Racecourse Road, Hamilton. 9am - 2pm.

I mentioned in the previous post there will be coffee...lots of fantastic cafes line Racecourse Road so it's just a matter of choosing where to purchase your morning shot.

Ali Ward



How sweet is this simple DOVE pendant by Bris Style member Ali Ward?


REMEMBER:
The market is held at St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds along Racecourse Road in Hamilton, Brisbane. Saturday 6th March. It runs from 9am - 2pm! There will be coffee, cake and loads of talent!

Retro Bird


This Saturday is the Bris Style Indie Designers Market .Over the next couple of days I will be featuring some of the work by the amazing crafters, artists and small business owners who make up brisStyle. The market is held at St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds along Racecourse Road in Hamilton, Brisbane. It runs from 9am - 2pm! There will be coffee, cake and loads of talent!

These sweet dolls are made by Mel from Retro Bird whose stall is always filled with colour and gorgeous handmade gifts!

leaps and bounds



I love this photo of Pochi!! He does this every Monday when the garbage truck comes..up and down he bounces ..I watched and counted one day - 19 times!! he tries his absolute best to bark when he gets to the top as well..watching him do this guarantees big smiles and laughter. I love my dog. Just wanted to share.