My Newest Craft

I have recently discovered the art of hand stamping - which, by the way, is much harder than it looks!

Here's a peek at my first 'real' attempts (I have been practising on squares of metal for weeks)...

They are for sale at my Madeit and Etsy stores, and may even be ready for Christmas if you get your orders in soon!

And Another One...

Just one more 'too cute' photo of Ivie sleeping - couldn't help it!!

A Few Handmade Christmas Finds

Christmas is coming...Yay!!! I just love Christmas, and giving gifts.

I have a whole heap of handmade finds on my Pinterest, But I thought I'd share these few. They are mostly from Madeit or Etsy so check them out, or head over to my Pinterest to see where and how much they are.

Some very talented people around!!

The weekend...

Was lovely! Such gorgeous weather here in Melbourne (unusual!?).

We ventured to the beach for the morning, then ate Fish & Chips in the shade. Simple, lovely family time.

 

The kids splashed and swam, collected shells, and even found a starfish.

 

Ivie looked adorable in her new hat!

And I can't help but share this delicious pic of Ivie asleep:

Hope your weekend was as nice as mine!

A special treat for you!

Who doesn't love a bargain? To celebrate the holidays, and my recent inclusions on Madeit and in the Craftumi newsletter, I'm taking 10% off everything!!!

The discount has already been applied to all Madeit and Craftumi items. If you are shopping at Etsy, just use the code '10OFF'.

Here are a few items you might like:

Lola Shoppe on CRAFTUMI (Craft Supplies)

 

One. Ten lovely kraft gift boxes. $13.50

Two. Half yard of cotton fabric. $8.10

Three. One yard of cotton fabric.$15.30

Four. Make your own greeting card four pack. $9.00

Five. Glazed brads twenty four pack. $5.85

Six. Half yard of cotton fabric. $8.10

Seven. Lolly felts eight piece. $8.64

Eight. Fifty sew-in size labels. $2.12

Nine. Quarter yard of cotton fabric. $3.60

Ten. Make your own hair clip set of twelve. $13.50

 

 

Lola Shoppe on MADEIT and ETSY

 

 

 

 

One. Two pack of scrabble tile magnets. $5.40

Two. Printable birth announcement. $11.25

Three. Blank greeting card. $2.70

Four. Amy Butler retro print cushion. $14.40

Five. Wristlet / pencil case. $14.40

Six. Girls peasant dress. $23.40

Seven. Set of six hair clips. $7.20

Eight. Scrabble tile pendant. $10.80

Nine. Printable Christmas card. $11.25

Ten. Girls skirt. $17.10

 

 

A few of my newest additions

 

 

Drop heart stud earrings. $12.60

 

Mini ribbon wreath. $13.50

 

Set of four wooden coasters. $14.40

 

Hurry, though, the sale is on for two weeks, or while stocks last!

 



Pretty Earrings

Today, a pair of my earrings made the front page of Madeit:

I love to make jewellery, and have a few pieces listed on my website and Madeit. Here's a look at a few of my beaded pieces

Some of these are sold out, but I have lots similar. Look out for more jewellery on my site - makes a perfect gift!

Cheeky Kids...

I just thought I'd share these of Nick and Ivie. They have such big personalities at such a young age!

 

Ivie just being her cheeky self:

 

 

These were taken at Holbrook, on the way home from Canberra in the school holidays. The kids were so wound up from the car trip which was *fun* for me...

 

Made for some great photos, though - don't you think?





Christmas is coming...

...And I've whipped up a few lovely printables nice and early.

My Christmas Cards make it super simple to send out holiday cheer. They're a little bit pretty too, I think. Take a peek:

 

I'd love it if I could make one for you this Christmas!

Madeit

If you haven't heard of Madeit, you really should check it out.

It's an online market filled with handmade goodies, and best of all, it's all Australian - so everything you see is made by an Aussie.

I love being part of the Madeit community, and get especially excited when one of my items makes the front page, like it did today.

 

I can't help but show off a few other appearances

 

 

Be sure to check out my Madeit shop!

 

Here are a few of my favourite Madeit finds, and take a look at my Pinterest to see some more lovely Christmas finds.

 

 

Printable Cards - Easy!

Don't you love recieving a lovely card in the mail? Me too!

I have created a range of printable cards which make it super easy for you to send out your own beautiful invitations and announcements.

You simply order, then email me the details and a high res photo for the card. I make it all pretty for you and email it back. You can then print at your local photo shop or printer, or online somewhere like Vistaprint.

Heres a peek:

A few GIRL'S CARDS

 

A few BOY'S CARDS

 

 

Wouldn't you love one of these on your fridge?

 



I've been sewing

I got some time on the weekend and made a dress and 4 skirts - see:

 

And while I'm here, why not show off a few other dresses I've made

 

 

Amongst others. All for sale on Madeit, and of course on my website.

My Darlings...

Introducing my 2 beautiful babies: Nicholas who is 6, and Ivie, who is 4.

 

I especially love this photo. Nicholas was about to play on the MCG, and was a little nervous

 

And the newest member of our family, a toy poodle named Jeb - Jebediah Leopold, that is!