Osmosis

A Christmas Montage Pop-Up !!!

2011-11-18T06:43:00.000-08:00

We found a venue - yay!!! It's a fabulous space right next door to the New Edition Bookshop - very cool! More details coming soon...

Pretty Gift Guide

2011-11-15T05:15:00.001-08:00

Need to get going on that Christmas gift list? A good place to start is the I Love Pretty Things gift guide, featuring lots of Perth loveliness - yes, including Osmosis :D

Do your bit this Christmas & buy local!

Pussies Galore!

2011-11-14T07:00:00.000-08:00

After many customer requests, I have designed not one, but two cats for my range. Each version comes in 2 sizes of brooch (pictured) and pendants, plus smaller earrings to match.

Purrrrfect gifts for your feline loving friends.

Cross Stitch Christmas

2011-11-11T23:46:00.000-08:00

I have just uploaded some festive cross stitch patterns to my flickr group page so you have plenty of time to make some decorations in time for Christmas. Four designs in all, including my Rudolph, above. Who in their right mind can resist a Red Nosed Reindeer?!!
Click here to see all 4 designs - this one, a snowflake, Christmas heart & an owl in a Santa hat!
They were each designed to fit either my large round or large oval laser cut blanks available in my online etsy shop - here also at the markets mentioned in my last post - ie Upmarket & Bazaar.
They are going to be featured in the West Australian Habitat liftout soon, along with other Chrissy craft projects by local Perth crafters. I'll no doubt post a pic here when it's out! Silly me forgot to photograph my samples before I sent them to the paper for their photo shoot.

Phew!

2011-10-31T19:01:00.000-07:00

Well, Montage has been closed for a week and I'm just about recovered! It was a truly fantastic run and many thanks to all the fabulous customers who came through our doors.The feedback was simply awesome! We are underway trying to find a venue for our next venture - hopefully pre Christmas. If, by any chance, you have any leads to vacant shop spaces, we'd be really grateful if you let us know. Thanks :D

In the mean time, my next scheduled appearance will be at the always fabulous Perth Upmarket on 27th November. That will be followed by the Fremantle Arts Centre Bazaar the following weekend 2nd, 3rd & 4th Dec, so you'll have a couple of great opportunities to get your locally produced Christmas shopping done!

I'm busy pumping up production & working on new designs & ideas ready for the end of the month... goodness me, where has this year gone?!!!

The End is Nigh....

2011-10-15T19:06:00.000-07:00

Already, it's the last week of Montage Collective pop-up shop in the City!!! Where did the time go?? We close our doors at the end of trade next Sunday 23rd, so get in quick for a dose of locally made goodness!!
Recent additions to the Osmosis range have been some cool nerdy tie clips, greetings cards & the much requested cat design pendants & brooches.
Only 8 days to go....

Half way Already!

2011-09-21T02:51:00.000-07:00

Who'd have guessed that we're over half way through our Montage 3 shop already! You'd better get in quick before the next 4 weeks are over! We close on 23rd October - and won't we miss it!
As you can see, there is a lot of handmade goodness on offer by 15 of Perth's finest.

Montage 3

2011-09-02T18:15:00.000-07:00

OK, I admit it... my blogging routine is shocking and I am way behind in keeping you up to date with Osmosis news... Sorry

My excuse, however, is very good indeed... I've been too busy with the opening of Montage 3 which is located in the wonderful heritage shopfront in the middle of this photo. It's on the corner of William St & Wellington St in the City and right opposite the horseshoe bridge and the bus station. What a wonderful spot we have this time & it's all thanks to the people of 140 William ( the big tower behind us) who own our building.
Even better news is that we are open now for 7 days a week right up until 23rd October - our longest pop-up to date.

Opening hours - Mon-Thurs - 10am-6pm, Fri - 10am - 8pm, Sat 10-5 & Sun 11 - 5
Visit our Facebook page here

Fibres West

2011-07-21T23:12:00.000-07:00

As some of you know, one of my other passions is textile art, focusing on freehand machine embroidery. The image above is of one of my pieces, called Resonance, that was created usung some of the techniques I shall be teaching.
I am afraid I have been very lax in promoting that I have been asked to teach at a 5 day residential workshop, Fibres West this October, down in Bunbury. I am very honoured to have been asked as I'll be teaching along with some international experts in other textile fields.
There are still places available in many of the workshops, including mine which is

Expressionist Threads - Painterly Techniques in Applique and Machine Embroidery
Full workshop description is here and you can follow the links to the other workshops and brochure.

http://www.fibreswest.com.au/Annie.htm

It is a fully residential programme held at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School and the full 5 days, including workshop and full accomodation & food is $865 per person.

I'm in a Video!

2011-07-08T07:04:00.000-07:00

On Wednesday Anna, Nicole & I were interviewed at the Montage shop by the West Australian about what I do & about the next Made on the Left Market this Sunday 10th. Here is the result - fame at last!!

Market this Sunday

2011-07-05T01:55:00.000-07:00

The wonderful Made on the Left markets are on again this Sunday 10th July and they have a new market venue in the City. We'll all be upstairs (with lift & escalator access) of 140 William St by the new train station entrance. Click here for a map
It's a much larger venue, so there will be even more yummy crafty stalls to peruse. The MOTL rule of goods having to be made by the stallholder themselves is being strictly upheld, so that's more locally made goodies to choose from.

While you're in town, you'll also be able to pop by our Montage pop-up shop on the other side of the railway at 244 William St!
I'll be will be having a clearance section on the Osmosis stall, making room for some new stock to be launched later in the year, so come down and see what's on offer!

Montage 2 is on it's way

2011-06-23T06:17:00.001-07:00

It's been such a busy time round here that I'd forgotten I hadn't mentioned that Montage is about to open again in it's second incarnation. Same concept, most of the same people plus some news designers and a new venue!
The day after Perth Upmarket, we start setting up and will open on Friday 1st until 31st July at 224 William St, Northbridge - a few doors up from New Edition Bookshop & over the road from the Brass Monkey Pub.
We're really excited about this new venue. It's in a great position and is situated in a cute, if slightly run down old shop with wooden floorboards and pressed tin ceiling. We'll be transforming it into an Aladin's cave of hand made local goodness and it's gonna be just great!

I'll be reporting on it here on the blog and will introduce you to the rest of the designers too.
click on the image to read the info

Beau Est Mien!

2011-06-21T03:24:00.000-07:00

I'm going to bring you occasional posts about some of my creative friends & introduce you to some of the amazing skills they have.
I'll start today with Magali Dincher, who you've heard me talk about before as we had a joint exhibition last month.

Magali is a printmaker & by that, I don't mean she uses her inkjet printer! She works in a variety of traditional printmaking techniques using a true printing press. These include collagraph, etching, linocut etc , and each brings a different quality to her unique and delightful visual style.

We became close friends when she also had a studio space where I work in Fremantle and we just clicked. We share similar tastes in design as well as enjoying a frequent chat and long macchiato!

She is from N.E. France and somehow this shows in her work, even that based on local WA themes - they have an air of light-heartedness and joie de vivre that can't fail to put a smile on your face. Her business name Beau est Mien says it all!

You will find Magali on the stall next to mine at the next Perth Upmarket, this Sunday 26th June at UWA.
More info at www.beauestmien.com.au
above image is a collagraph called Paris II

Papercuts at Upmarket

2011-06-13T22:49:00.000-07:00

The next outing for my papercuts will be at the next Perth Upmarket on Sunday 26th June.
Each design is framed in such as way to make the papercut float above the backing, creating beautiful shadowplay. They are being limited to an edition of 15 so new designs can be added as one sells out. Some will be ready for taking on the day and after, that I'll take orders to be picked up when framed and ready.
I'm currently busy creating some other paper cut items, but you'll just have to come and visit my stall to see what they are. Mean, ain't I!!!

Of course, the usual range of laser cut & etched jewellery will also be available

See you there!

A Perennial Favourite Blog

2011-06-12T00:34:00.000-07:00

One, of many lifelong fascinations for me has been patterns. This image is of one of my 1st attempts at making a repeat pattern on the computer and it has been used as a basis for a couple of my jewellery pieces.

I have early memories of drawing 'walking the dog' type patterns and colouring each bit in a carefully chosen colour. I'd also spend ages looking at the patterns on wallpaper, carpet, lino & curtains - tracing the elements with my eyes and working out where the repeats began & ended. It turned into a sort of meditation. You can take yourself away to another place by simply entering the pattern and letting it lead you to another place.
Is it any wonder then, that one of the 1st blogs I ever read on a regular basis was the fabulous Print & Pattern, by Bowie Style. As it says on the profile it "... is a website that celebrates the world of surface pattern design" She posts nearly every day about current design trends & reporting what is in the shops now. Based in the UK, it is a great way to keep abreast of what is happening over there in my old home country! What's more, she also does research trips around the world (currently Italy) and posts about many international designers. She has even posted about Perth's very own Little Design Horse (now known as Future Shelter)
If, like me, you love being mesmerise by patterns, go check it out & I challenge you not to spend waaaaay too long looking at the variety & following all her links. If I were you, I'd put a couple of hours aside!

Time to Up my Blog posts...

2011-06-12T00:17:00.000-07:00

OK folks, up til now, all my blog posts have been mostly details of markets etc. Details of all that is already sent to my email list and posted on my facebook page, so I've decided to use my blog a bit more imaginatively.

From now on, I'm aiming to post at least once a week on a subject related to, but not specifically about, my own work.
As you can see below, I've also worked out how to email posts from my phone, so stand by for a bit more insight into my work, inspiration and the things that get my blood pumping....

2011-06-12T00:11:00.000-07:00

Mobile trial

2011-06-11T23:57:00.001-07:00

I'm just attempting to post a blog entry from my mobile phone. Hope it works!!!

2011-05-29T22:33:00.000-07:00

Already it is day 4 of our exhibition and I've only just got to post the info here!! Where has the last week gone?! It's going brilliantly so far - a lovely gallery space and great response to my new work. If you do plan to come and see the show, please note that it's at 330 South terrace, not 30 as advertised (whoops!) We are open every day until Sunday 5th June, 10am-4pm exept Friday when we're open 12-8pm.

I'll be on gallery duty tomorrow Tuesday, Thursday & all weekend, plu Friday from 4-8.

More info and images of the exhibition on our Facebook page

Last minute shopping for Mother's Day....

2011-05-04T19:38:00.000-07:00

... or just need a craft market fix?

You can find me at St Hilda's School Autumn Bazaar on Saturday 7th May. 10am - 2.30pm

McCabe St, Mosman Park. Parking on Chidley Oval.

I'll have a large range of my jewellery in a variety of colours plus cross stitch kits & jewellery trees etc.

Also to let you know that later this month I am in a joint exhibition with my good friend & printmaker extrordinaire, Magali Dincher. Here are the details...

South Freo Mementos

an exhibition of Prints and Papercuts
by Annie Rawle and Magali Dincher

Earlywork Gallery
Shop 9, The Biscuit Factory
30 South Terrace (cnr of Wardie St)
South Fremantle

Friday 27th May - Sunday 5th June
Opening hours:
Fridays 12 - 8pm
Sat - Thurs 10am - 4pm

Information :
tel : Annie 0414 372 794
email: Magali - magalidincher@gmail.com
Annie - cosmo1@iinet.net.au

Yes, I'm expanding my cutting to paper works for framing! Great fun it is too.

You can visit our Facebook page here

Stay tuned for more details

Annie

Fremantle Village Market & Street Arts Festival

2011-04-19T01:23:00.000-07:00

I've decided (last minute as usual!!) to have a stall at he Fremantle Village Market this coming Saturday. It is the last FVM for this season and being Easter, there is also the hugely popular Fremantle Street Arts Festival with performances at the market in King's Square at 11, 12 & 1 o'clock. It should be a fun day!

For a programme of Street Arts Events visit here

Angove St Festival

2011-04-08T19:21:00.000-07:00

Late notice I'm afraid, but tomorrow April 10th I'll be at the great annual Angove St Festival, North Perth. This year the market side of the event is run by the fabulous Perth Upmarket team, so it's bound to be even better than usual! You'll find me at the Rosemont Hotel end of Angove St between Fitzgerald St & Charles St - 10am -4pm.
details here

My last special was so successful that I've decided to run it again for this Market i.e. buy any 2 items and the second is half price!

Special Offer Ahoy!

2011-03-25T01:17:00.000-07:00

As mentioned in my previous post, this Sunday, 27th March finds me with Osmosis at Unwrapped: part of this years South Perth Fiesta. It is being held in Angelo St from 12 noon til 6pm.

I've decided to do an "Unwrapped Special" which is going to be:-
Buy 2 items and get 50% off the lowest cost item & 25% any further items
Mention that you saw this blog post to receive a free gift with your purchase

A pretty good deal, I think you'll agree!

Ahhhh, Minty

2011-03-24T01:39:00.000-07:00

Do you get Peppermint Magazine?
Turn to the last page and you'll see this lovely bit of promo for Osmosis. Thanks to Unwrapped for submitting my image.
One detail is wrong, the tree photographed is not bamboo but poplar. Never mind, you can find both versions at Unwrapped which is part of the South Perth Fiesta.
When - Sunday 27th March, 12 noon - 6pm
Where - Angelo St, South Perth

2 Sundays & 2 Markets

2011-03-14T18:03:00.000-07:00

I hope you'll be free one of the next 2 Sundays to come and see me at 2 of Perth's best craft markets.

This Sunday, 20th I'm at Perth Upmarket at Winthrop Hall in UWA, Crawley. It's always a busy one, but those in the know - ie you! - know it is open for VIPs (that's you!) from 9am (10am stated in press) Details of the market can be found here
Be warned that there are freeway closures this Sunday because of a bike race, so please check your route before you leave.

The following Sunday 27th finds me at Unwrapped South Perth. This year it is being held in Angelo St from 12 noon til 6pm. More info for that event here

Stay tuned for more market goodness in April

Made on the Left Pop-Up Tomorrow

2011-02-18T20:13:00.000-08:00

Remember Cyclone Bianca that caused the market to be cancelled? Well it's on for tomorrow, Sunday 20th Feb at Perth Cultural Centre - outside the WA Museum
Come and peruse my laser cut goodies and maybe treat yourself to some DIY heaven with my cross stitch blanks and kits. By then, I'm aiming to some ready made for those who like crafty things but don't do-it-themselves!. I'd better get busy!!!
If you can't make it there, I'll be at the Fremantle Village Art Markets for the next 2 weeks - that's Saturdays 26th Feb & March 5th, King's Square by the Town Hall.

Montage Pop-Up Shop Now Open

2011-02-09T19:00:00.000-08:00

and here are a few examples of what you can buy there from now until 25th Feb - 7 days a week 10am - 5pm.
Thanks to the lovely Jane at Future Shelter for the great montage photo of our Montage wares!

...and in more exciting news!

2011-01-26T23:06:00.001-08:00

I have joined the talented new Montage Collective who are opening their very own Pop-Up Store in Freo in just over a week on Tuesday 8th Feb. We will be open 7 days a week from 10am - 5pm until Friday 25th. A lot of work is going on behind the scenes to bring you 3 weeks of locally made gorgeousness.
Visit our Facebook page here to see some sneak peaks at all our work, and don't miss the Montage blog here for more news and designer profiles.
We'd all love you forever if you help share our excitement by liking our FB page & sharing with all your interested friends.
Thanks a million & see you at our shop soon!

PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED

2011-01-26T22:55:00.000-08:00

NOT SURPRISINGLY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO CYCLONE BIANCA.
IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED AND I'LL POST DETAIL ON THIS BLOG ASAP.
It's going to be a big day at the Perth Cultural Centre this coming Sunday 30th Jan. It's the opening of the new State Theatre, the final day of the Guggenheim exhibition & the harvesting of produce from the new urban orchard. To top it all off there is a Made on the Left Pop-Up Market and I'll be there with more laser cut and engraved goodies for your delectation!
We'll be set up in the lovely green area outside the WA Museum. See you there!
you can visit the Facebook page here

I know I said last week was my last, but.....

2010-12-16T06:07:00.000-08:00

I'm going out with a bang at this Saturdays's Oxford St Market in Leederville. It's the last shopping w/e before Christmas, so how could I resist!

What's more, for every sale of $35 or above I'm giving a 20% discount. Not only that mention this blog and you'll get a free decoration with your purchase!!!
You'll find me between 9am and 4pm at the park at 100 Oxford St, Leederville (near HQ at the freeway end & opposite Kailis Bros)

Sunset Market, Freo, Friday 10th Dec

2010-12-07T23:43:00.000-08:00

What better way for me to finish my 2010 market season, but at this new event in my home town. I hope to see you there!

FRIDAY 10th DECEMBER 4-10pm!

Victoria Hall, East End, 179 High St Freo

(the home of the Deckchair Theatre Co, near the Op Shops & Tropicana Cafe)

FREE ENTRY!!!~!!!!~!!!!!

As Summer approaches the Fremantle skies are kissed with hues of Oranges, Pinks, Fuscias and Gold... Treating our eyes and delighting our senses, the Summer sun is setting over the picturesque East End of Freo for a night of beauty, creativity, music and laughter..

The East End will come alive on Friday the 10th of December as we host

Fremantle's first boutique, designer, late night shopping style market.

The Sunset Market will showcase ...a selection of Western Australia's best Jewellers, Artists, Designers, Vintage & children's wares.

This visually beautiful and family friendly event is free to the public...
Your senses will be treated to the best quality food, music and designer wares West Australia has to offer. Come and celebrate the diverse talent Perth has to offer whilst picking up unique Christmas gifts or even a treasure for yourself...!

Featuring:
SARDINE FISH CAFE, MARABOU, TOTOMOTO AUSTRALIA,
FUNKY JUNK HOMEWARES, THE VINTAGE FROCK SHOP, TOMOMI HOHN HANDCRAFTED JAPANESE GIFTS, RUBY BLUEBIRD
ENID TWIGLET & AUDREY DYNAMITE PRESENT..., MOOSE, PRUFROCK, LILLY IN LOVE, TU, ANGIE DELARIE DESIGNS, SWEET VINTAGE, YATES GLOBAL, XQUISIT ORGANICS, ELEVENTH HONESTY, BABA-DEE PRODUCTIONS, ALI J ART, MINX VINTAGE, WE HEART VINTAGE, CALDIDESIGNS, DENISE EIME ART, MADE FOR YOU, OSMOSIS DESIGNS, SWOON JEWELS, JOYUSDESIGNS, INDOUNIK, TALL RABBIT,EAST END ECO, LORGIE & ME, DREAMSKIN MINERALS, CLAIRE TOWNSHEND DESIGNS, BEE & BOO, LOVE FREO, GLASS BY GINA, PROJECT 3010, FREO CHOCOLATE FACTORY, TRINKET JEWELLERY DESIGN,

plus: DJ KLASH & A GYPSY DJANGO FIVE PIECE = ONE AMAZING NIGHT OF LATE-NIGHT SHOPPING & GOOD VIBES!!

Perth Upmarket this Sunday

2010-11-26T04:33:00.000-08:00

Don't leave Christmas shopping until the last minute! Get started this Sunday at Perth Upmarket. In case you can't read the detail on the image, it's at Winthrop hall UWA, Stirling Highway, Crawley and runs from 10am - 4pm. In case you didn't know, it is open early to Facebook fans from 9am, so get there early to beat the rush. You'll find Osmosis downstairs in one corner, near Eucalyptus Homewares (the opposite end to the stairs)
click here to see the list of retailers for the November Upmarket

The Launch of Osmosis DIY Blanks!

2010-11-18T00:59:00.000-08:00

As you might know already, I have always enjoyed hands-on crafting, especially when it comes to sewing and embroidery. I am now sharing the love by introducing the first of a new range of DIY stitch jewellery blanks.
Firstly there are the felt pendant blanks. In a range of colours & 2 sizes in a pack, each is cut from thick wool felt and has a jump ring attached to the decorative border for an instant but plain looking pendant. The idea is that you stitch on buttons or beads, embroider a simple design or simply pin on a favourite brooch to give it a new lease of life. A unique pendant every time!
Then come the cross stitch blanks, available as a kit with pattern ideas, threads, needle & findings & or as individual pieces if you already have the rest... Pre-cut holes allow for perfect stitches and the options for designs are endless. There are round & oval options, each in 2 sizes. These come in either felt, black acrylic or bamboo- each giving a totally different feel to the stitching.

Both of these will be for sale at next weeks Perth Upmarket - Sunday 28th Nov at Winthrop Hall, UWA, Stirling Highway, Nedlands. My stall is downstairs in the corner near Eucalyptus Homewares. In the new year, they will be available online... watch this space!

I've even started a flickr page here so that purchasers can share what they have been creating on the blanks and I'll post some design ideas & patterns.

Don't forget to also 'like' my facebook page too!

Made on the Left Christmas Market

2010-11-09T17:07:00.000-08:00

It's that time of year again & this is the 1st of my big Christmas markets - always a goodie and lots of cool young designers in attendance. There will be different Designers EACH DAY & I'm there on Sunday 14th.

I'll have a heap of new designs & some new items including cuff-links and coasters.

Upstairs at The Saint, Innaloo (sorry, no lift access) 2 Morris Rd
10-4, Sat 13th & Sun 14th November

Exhibition & Sale of Work

2010-11-01T02:06:00.000-07:00

This week sees the beginning of Fremantle festival 2010 and I'm excited to be a part of the fun in 2 ways this year. Firstly, Off the Wall is an exhibition of work by some of the resident artists of PS Art Studios which is where I have had my studio for 12 years. It's a great space & there will be a wide variety of work styles & media exhibited.
I shall be showing some of my mixed media artworks on canvas, plus a selection of Osmosis jewellery.
On the 11th & 12th of November I'll be having an open studio and all are welcome to come & see the chaos that is my workspace!!!

Here are the general details...
Providing studio space to local artists for 18 years now, P.S. Studios and Gallery is a hub for creativity in Fremantle’s West End. Off the Wall showcases a collection of diverse artworks by resident artists, encompasses paintings, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, printmaking and mixed media works. Open for viewing and sales, everyone is welcome.

INFO - Amanda 0417951249

Entry FREE

WHERE P.S. Art Studios & Gallery, 22 Packenham St, Fremantle (corner Leake St)

WHEN
Sat 6–Sun 7 Nov, 1pm–5pm. Thu 11–Sat 13 Nov, 10am–4pm. Sun 14 Nov, 1–5pm

Off the Wall Facebook event page

Stay tuned for news of my second festival involvelment...

Time for some early Christmas Shopping??

2010-10-28T17:44:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the late notice, but tomorrow, Saturday 30th, I'll be sharing a stall with the wonderful & talented Ali J at the Hillarys Markets @ Hillarys Boat Harbour in the Events Plaza area of Sorrento Quay! The forecast is for a sunny 25 degrees - perfect!
We'll be there 9am to 4pm - maybe later.

Kings Park Wildflower Festival

2010-09-22T06:45:00.000-07:00

These are 2 versions of "Pimelea", one of my new WA wildflower designs that are available
this coming weekend 24th - 27th Septemberat the Kings Park Wildflower festival. I'm delighted to be involved in the Wildflower marketplace on all 4 days. I'll be selling my full range of jewellery, focusing on the new botanical themed pieces plus some of my embroidered pendants. The marketplace is set in the Forrest Carpark area (near the boab trees) and runs fro 9am - 5pm daily.
There are plenty of other events & displays to make a wonderful day out & it looks like the weather is going to be perfect.
For more details visit the Kings Park website

About Me!!!

2010-08-25T19:13:00.000-07:00

I was so excited last week to see that the brilliant Ponoko blog did a post all about me & my work.
Ponoko is the online company I use to create some of my laser cut designs and finding them was the starting point for my business.
You can read the post here

Thanks Ponoko, you have rocked my world!

another hitchhiker!

2010-07-14T09:09:00.000-07:00

look what was attracted to my laser cut leaf earring while I was in the UK recently! It is a damsel fly - resident of my brother's garden pond. It landed on my hand, slowly walked up my arm, shoulder & neck before taking a break on my earring. After about 3/4 hour it ended up on my cheek& decided to take flight. Amazing!
Thanks to my niece Lotti for the great photo.

These earrings will be available in a range of colours, along with a full range of other designs, this coming Sunday 18th July at the Made on the Left Winter 2010 Market.
Please note that the market is open for 2 days - Sat & Sun - with different stallholders each day.
For details of stallholders on each day, please go here
oepning hours each day - 10am - 4pm
Location - The Saint Hotel, 2 Morris Rd Innaloo, Western Australia, 6018

Yes...It's back again and full of handmade goodness! Get your shopping bags ready for the Made on the Left Winter 2010 Handmade market, at the new location of The Saint Hotel, Innaloo (just a few minutes from IKEA). Two full days of handmade fashion, accessories, homewares, illustration, jewellery and more. This market has free entry and different sellers each day, so block off the entire weekend ;-)

N.B. Due to the licensed venue, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that the market venue is upstairs with no lift access.

After a long holiday...

2010-06-17T02:04:00.000-07:00

I'm going to be at this crafty meet-up tomorrow night. All crafters welcome - follow the link for info

Hoppy Easter Everyone!

2010-04-02T21:02:00.000-07:00

This is part of my Easter display at last weeks Perth Upmarket. Thanks to Rikki for taking the pic. My 'low calorie' Easter treats went down very well & I loved making them too.

A little hail storm doesn't stop us!!

2010-03-24T05:17:00.000-07:00

a message from the organisers of this coming weekend's Upmarket...

"Despite some storm damage to the Winthrop Hall, Perth Upmarket has come up with a creative solution to ensure our biggest Upmarket goes ahead. The market will still be in the Winthrop Hall Undercroft and also flow out onto a beautiful lawn area next to Winthrop Hall."

see you there from 10am - 4pm this Sunday 28th March with some sweet new rabbit & egg designs for low calorie Easter gift giving! Of course I'll also have my full range of laser cut & stitched jewellery.

hitch-hiker on hearts!

2010-02-25T21:17:00.000-08:00

ha ha!
I just saw this on the photo of my other card design. Little did this fly know he was destined for internet stardom!!

New Colourways & New Cards

2010-02-25T21:11:00.000-08:00

I am so excited to be able to announce that I've found a local business to do all my acrylic laser cutting from now on. This means that not do I get my orders quicker, it is better for the planet & I now have a wider choice of colours to use - thrice yippee!

I'll be getting my new stock later today & the new colours will be ready for launch at Unwrapped next week - market details below. I am so looking forward to seeing some of my designs produced in purple, ivory & grey. They should look very classy! I'll post some photos here asap.

As you can see I've also been playing with my new paper cutter & produced some papercut cards in 2 designs which will be available in various colourways at all future markets. More designs on the way...

here is an update of all my upcoming markets.

Oxford St Markets - Saturdays 9am-4pm at the small park opposite Kailis, 100 Oxford St, Leederville
dates booked - Feb, (tomorrow) 27th plus March 13th & 27th

Unwrapped - part of the South Perth Fiesta 2010
Saturday 6th March 1-6pm at the Sir James Mitchell Park on the South Perth foreshore. More details here

Perth Upmarket
Sunday 28th March - 10am-4pm at Winthrop Hall in the University of WA, Nedlands. More details here

Market Dates Confirmed for Feb & March

2010-02-11T07:17:00.000-08:00

It's been all go with bookings & I now have lots of markets scheduled for the next 2 months. Here are the details:-

Oxford St Markets - Saturdays 9am-4pm at the small park opposite Kailis, 100 Oxford St, Leederville
dates booked - Feb 13th, 20th & 27th plus March 13th
this coming Valentines weekend there are 35 stalls booked, so it's going to be a fun day!

Unwrapped - part of the South Perth Fiesta 2010
Saturday 6th March 1-6pm at the Sir James Mitchell Park on the South Perth foreshore. More details here

Perth Upmarket
Sunday 28th March - 10am-4pm at Winthrop Hall in the University of WA, Nedlands. More details here

Phew, I'm going to be busy!!!

I'll make time for some more interesting posts though I promise!

To Market

2010-02-02T17:08:00.000-08:00

Already it's February and I have had a whole month off, so it's time to hit the markets again!
This coming Saturday 6th Feb, I'll be at the Oxford St Market in Leederville. It's in the park at 100 Oxford St (opposite Kailis) 9am - 4pm. See you there!
The photo is a detail of my laser cut bamboo ply earring tree.

Buy Australian Made!

2010-01-26T00:03:00.000-08:00

Welcome to my new blog and what better day to begin blogging than Australia Day - & what better way to celebrate than to promote Australia Made - in fact Perth Made!
Some good friends of mine put together this facebook page of local makers who sell on etsy.com
Of course there is a link to my shop embroidery etsy shop 17threads. Only yesterday I decided to add some new work to the shop & sold one already - ok I admit it, it was to a friend, but nice to wake up to this morning anyway.
In the near future, I'll be opening a new etsy shop for my laser cut work. In the mean time I do have some available at the Unwrapped E-boutique.
I'll keep you posted