for the love of red ...

I have made some beautiful craft packs for the d-i-y-er in all of us! 

Perfect for making softies, decorating singlets and t-shirts, applique and self covered buttons. 

Each pack contains -

• 4 x 5" charm fabric squares (including 2 x vintage fabric, 1 x quilting fabric and 1 x dress fabric)
• 1 x large white vintage doiley - approx. 3" in diametre
• 3 x small white vintage doileys - approx. 1" in diametre
• 2 x fabric yo-yo each approx 1 3/4" in diametre (complete with acrylic craft button sewn in centre, with 2 x 5" strands of embroidery floss remaining on yo-yo to make application easier!)
• 2 x red acrylic ladybird buttons, with shank backs (measuring approx. 1/2" in length)
• 2 x red acrylic 'crystal cut' heart buttons, with shank backs (measuring approx. 1/2" in diameter)
• 3 x red acrylic flower buttons (measuring approx. 1/2" in  diameter)

... all beautifully packaged, ready for gifting or a new addition to the craft room!!!

only 4 available ...

$9.95 (plus postage)

we have enjoyed a long summer holiday ...

wow ... it has been almost 8 weeks since my last post!!!  I have been enjoying a long summer holiday, spending lots of time with my family over school holidays and the christmas and new year period!  We have had lots of rain here, lots of time indoors and a little bit of luxury too!  But now it is back to reality - with the school year commencing in 3 days, and a huge pile of work for me to get through!!!  This is what we have been up to the last couple of months ...

wishing for a dream holiday ...

christmas fairies ...

living the dream holiday ...

too much time inside ...

fun in the rain ...

mummy tree markets tomorrow ...

if you are in Brisbane, make sure you come down to our Christmas market !!!

princess dresses are on their way ... soon ;-)

I have cut some beautiful vintage fabrics today, which I am eagerly anticipating their completion!!!! They are one of my favourite styles - the beautiful 'princess' style, by mini mermaid.  

Here is a sneak peak of two fabrics! 

Summer 2010-2011 will see most mini mermaid dresses including a beautiful removable brooch, which enables you to mix and match your entire wardrobe!!  The princess dress RRP @ $69 with the brooch @ $10 ... for a short time the complete ensemble will be $50 ... so get in quick while they last!!!

butterfly dreams ...

I have surrounded myself with many new butterfly 'things' lately

 ... and tonight I have created a beautiful butterfly buntings!

 The detail is amazing!!!

 This mini bunting is hand stamped and hand sewn vintage childrens storybooks

 ... and I like it alot ;-)

Butterflies carry much symbology and importance to many cultures. 

There is a Native American legend that says - 

" If you have a secret wish, capture a butterfly and whisper your wish to it. Since butterflies cannot speak, your secret is ever safe in their keeping. Release the butterfly, and it will carry your wish to the Great Spirit, who alone knows the thoughts of butterflies. By setting the butterfly free, you are helping to restore the balance of nature, and your wish will surely be granted."

oh ... butterfly dreams ... dreamy!

'Imagination is more important than knowledge.' Albert Einstein

well, it has been another busy weekend ...

Well it has been another busy weekend ... I have done a huge amount of boutique kids markets this year, and I now have 3 left before the end of the year!

28/11/10 - Mummy Tree Markets

5/12/10 - Butterfly Tree Markets - Gold Coast

12/12/10 - Butterfly Tree Markets - Caloundra

... and during all of this not to forget Eumundi Square every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday!

So I am eagerly awaiting Christmas and School holidays, and am anticipating spending some quality time with my very gorgeous and very cheeky daughters ;-)