My Girl

Still Here.....

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:33:00 +0000

Hi Everyone, yes I am still alive,just been flat out,running 3 jobs, well 4 if you count the family.

Just to summarise what I have been doing since my last post, at Mathilda's

-work(cleaning)

-work(working for The Body Shop @ Home)

-sewing

-BIMD (BrisStyle Indie Market Day) so busy forgot to take photos Thanks to Dareen &Daneve from Kish Photography & Design for photos on the day

-school graduation(my baby is off to high school:( ( I was in charge of Dec's)

-work

-sew-work-kids-xmas shopping(and I could go on and on)

And to top it off today I had The Boutique Markets @ Portside(I remembered my camera)

My Little Mate, Mel of RetroBird

It was very hot today and very very windy,my foot coping the brunt of the very forceful winds,still wondering if I have broken bones in there somewhere

Apart from that shocker start it was a nice relaxing day chatting to my lovely neighbours from Pie Rat & Kristy from Retro Wrap/Taylor from Jordan Taylor and doing abit off sewing in between. And a little shopping from Kristy & Taylor, got the girls the cutest little Xmas jarmies from Jordan Taylor check out an inspirational story here

Mathildas Market Madness

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:37:00 +0000

Ruby RoseBud Designs

Wow and what a day it was

Mathilda's definitely delivered the crowds and awesome stallholders,many being our own Brisstylettes.

Come 9am when the Markets opened it was like someone opened a flood gate

Mums and bubs and lots of prams filled The Brisbane city hall all to grab something special.

And going on what the other stall holders had to say I wasn't the only one that had a great day.

This would have to have been MyGirls best market to date.

Retro Bird /Mimoo

Evie Rose/ Little Diva

After all our hard efforts Mekaela from Ruby RoseBud Designs, Mel from Retro Bird and myself treated ourselves to a well deserved indulgence at The Stamford Plaza High Tea. The pics speak for themselves,YUM!

Just a Quickie

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:28:00 +0000

Hello there...

Just a quick post to say I haven't disappeared under my stash of fabric that is taking over my sewing room floor. I want to be in bed by midnight tonight and time is running out!

I have been very busy this week preparing for Mathilda's Market that is happening this Sunday at Brisbane City Hall. 9-1pm

I have some new items that I have been working on, new button earring accessories and Kitchy Kitchy Koo dresses made from vintage tablecloths, pillowcases and sheets.

Hope you can make it to Mathilda's, I bet you won't be disappointed with the talent that is on show for your Xmas shopping pleasure

Save The Date

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:20:00 +0000

OK this is just too Cute

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:33:00 +0000

I have just been looking over the wonderful talent on the Mathildas Market website, when I should be well and truly in bed and stumbled across this great company YUMCHA CHILD.

How cute are these baby gift packs!

See them at Mathildas this Sunday at Brisbane City Hall, 9-1pm free entry

Pick A Winner

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:44:00 +0000

Entry no.2 by Jettas Nest

Over at BrisStyle they are putting it to the people to vote for which design we should use for our first ever limited edition tote bag, to be launched at the BIMD(BRISSTYLE INDY MARKET DAY)

All you have to do to vote is head over here and leave a comment for your favourite design that you want to see grace the front of the tote, there is 4 to vote on.

You will also go into the draw to win a tote for yourself. But make sure you do it before the 4th of November.

The winning tote will be available to purchase at the BIMD on the 5th Dec which is held at St Augustine's church hall and grounds, Racecourse rd, HAMILTON.

I will be offering a market special on the day, if you spend over $50 you will receive a free tote to carry home all your MyGirl goodies. And not to mention all the other awesome designer goodness on offer. So make sure to mark it in your diary, it isn't far away now

Tea for Two

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 03:17:00 +0000

It's was my dear friend Miss Annie's Birthday yesterday, and being the busy bee I am preparing for Mathilda's, I had to run about town and get supplies yesterday.

So we set the date for today instead.

On the menu today

-Green Tea

-Black tea-

-Croissants with Philly Cheese, Semi Dried Tomato's and baby Spinach

-Mushroom and Pumpkin Tarts-

-Heart shaped Shortbread with Lemon butter-

-White chocolate covered Marshmallow Balls tossed with Coconut-

YUMMY

I could do this everyday,easy!

Sweet Pea's and Star Jasmine flavoured the air with their pretty fragrance

The Perfect Prezzie

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:37:00 +0000

It's my Little Niece Koa Pearl's Birthday on Sunday and she is turning two.

So the pressure is on for a great gift, well not really, she's 2

I bet she will just love the wrapping anyway

But I love going out of my way to buy special people in my life something that they will treasure.

So with that in mind there was once place to visit, House & Doll, at Bulimba.

A MyGirl favorite

I get a little lost in there when I visit with all the cool things to look at.

So with the end of school drawing near I had to make a decision, quick!

I just adore these little polka dot suitcases, it was a toss up between the red & pink.

But I went with the pink, which set off the theme to fill it with fun pink things.

Being that she is third in line after my sister inlaw had 2 boys first, she has to compete with alot of Spiderman and Batman and Pirates. So bring on the pink I say

When I got home I started to work on filling it, cute strawberry clip from Denim Days

Sweet pink rose clips by House & Doll

And almost forgot my Thea & Sami stash that I purchased way back on the last Market day of The Designer Emporium Market now Boutique Market at Portside.

Wonder what pink I will find tomorrow to put in it?

Other things that caught my eye

All available at House & Doll

Tickled Pink

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 21:17:00 +0000

I love a good giveaway, so I was thrilled when I visited Lark this week.

The amazing Alison has gone pink mad in the shop and all for good reason, to support Breast Cancer

Not only is Alison giving away a prize, but for every person who enters she is donating 50 cents to BCNA

Simply leave a comment on her blog to win a pink prize

Check this Out

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 04:42:00 +0000

Mathilda's Market has put up The Retailers for the November Market. And what a line up!

And me to name a few

An OP'ers Best Friend

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:41:00 +0000

Not one to plug big companies,

but had to mention this little beauty

I often come across beautiful linens from OP shops and more ofen than not they have stains on them,you now the ones you think will never come out. As I have tried with sister products of Nappy San that are a few dollars cheaper. And haven't worked

So taking a chance on a few things I picked up yesterday and today, I was so surprised how clean they came up

And just had to mention this great Friday find, I have been dreaming of something similar for a while... no more tangles, well think I might need dad to make a bigger one now, so I can have every colour of the Rainbow

Flamingo Dance

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:46:00 +0000

No not the Flamenco, but these gorgeous birdies.

I scored this awesome fabric today on a quick stop off on my way home from work.

I went in to gather doilies for the mad rush to re-stock for Mathilda's Market on the 1st Nov.

I'm thinking that I might do some funky lil' dresses from this and call them Flamingo Dance.

Don't know what it is about Flamingo's that I love, think it the kitchyness

A new Home for Mumma Bushka

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:31:00 +0000

And doesn't she fit right in ....

Beautiful Charlie girl purchased one of my dolly's last week.

She was lovingly made from vintage chic rose fabric,not sure if it was Mummy or Charlie that feel in love with her first.

I am so happy she has made herself welcome on Charlies gorgeous little bed amongst all the other roses.

To read more about Charlies room pop over here

Look what My Girl did

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:35:00 +0000

We are finally back from the coldest place in Australia at the moment(in my opinion anyway) Toowoomba.

The Family and I packed up on Wednesday and headed up The Range to watch my big girl participate in the State Softball Championships.

Not only did she do an AWESOME job over the 4days(3 games per day) she was selected for The Queensland Invitational Team, as Queensland will be hosting the National Titles this year, so we are lucky to have 2 Queensland teams,YAY!

So proud of my GIRL

My Babies Have Hatched

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:38:00 +0000

Spring has definitely sprung here at MyGirl.

Mumma & Bubba Bushka friends are now available

But I have a funny feeling that they might be off to House & Doll today

Ursula posing for Mathilda's Market product photo's yesterday afternoon

That's me gal

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:46:00 +0000

Some of you may remember my friend Wendy that did a series of paintings of me earlier on in the year(which she surprised me with for my birthday prezzie in August)

Well look what she has gone on to achieve

Announced the winner of the St George Green Dragon Art Prize on Wednesday Night.

TGDAP is an annual competition for students that are enrolled in SouthBank Insitute of Art, Design and Hospitality.

Wendy was in competition with 170 other Artists,WOW!

As the Winner Wendy won the grand prize money of $2500 and her work "Six Degrees" will be hung in the Brisbane St George Corporate Office.

To read more about her win click here

I am so PROUD of Wendy

Bloomin' Great Night

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:40:00 +0000

Super excited to be going along to see Candy in the Botanically inspired Wearable Art & Fashion Show.

Candy is a Visual Artist based on the Sunshine Coast. Her one of a kind hat designs can be found here

Not only will you be able to purchase items on display, also on offer will be wine, nibbles and raffles and parking is free

So mark it in your calender and bring a friend and turn it into a gals night out

images via hatdesign

when: Tuesday, 13 October, 6.30pm
where: Japanese Gardens, Botanic Gardens, Mt Cootha Road, Toowong
tickets: $25 before 5th October

and $30 after
phone: Bettina Palmer 0405 402 340
all funds raised benefit the Botanic Gardens Trust Fund

I Do Like to Be Beside the Seaside

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:24:00 +0000

As adults we do get very busy on a day to day basis and forget the simple things in life.

For example frolicking by the Bay.

I took some time out from the busy day I was having,just after I mowed for 3hrs and just did this.

Kids are so beautiful to watch playing, away from computers and TV

Although it was very gusty down our way today, it was lovely to take them out on an adventure

The to do list for our walk was to...

go to the park,tick

look for crabs under rocks,tick

spot the Narnia Ship,tick

gather cuttlefish for anyone that had a bird,tick

Along the way Finlay's friend Isabella spotted a whole shell unopened,they were very disappointed when they smashed it on the pathway on the way home to see there was no pearl or treasure inside,priceless

But the most important part,are we still getting an ice cream

Just goes to show you don't have to venture to far from home to have fun

Race Course Rd Street Party

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 07:41:00 +0000

And that is was, I mean the whole st was packed with everything from street performers,bands to market stalls and did I mention Food, soooo much food

Brisbane definitely turned on the good weather for the day,and at times it was bit summery being that we were on the bitumen

With so much happening it seemed like the good folk were on a mission to be where it was all at,the music and food and free stuff that was on offer at the end of the street. But eventually making their way back down the street to were we were waiting for them.

1. The beautiful Sandrine tending to another customer,her designs are very popular
2.Up In Annies room makes wonderful jewelery from vintage scrabble tiles
3. Embelish and Jellygnite with their beautiful hair and childrens accessories

4. Beckybean's cool bags made from up cycled tea towels and tablecloths

5&6. The amazing BrisStyle co-op stand for all the lovelies that couldn't have a stall on the day, the tables looked amazin'

If anything it was a great day to promote our BrisStyle Christmas Market on the 5th of December.

Sam's gorgeous Dolly's from Jettas Nest Beckybeans cool bags

Also I would like to thank Michelle and Caitlin of Vintage Visions for being my partner on the day,meant I got to go out and take it some of the action

Also to Lyssy to taking the time out of her busy social schedule to come and visit me,was so great to see her

Granny Squares

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:30:00 +0000

Dont you just love Cate Blancett look at the opening of an exhibition in Melbourne last week. As soon as I saw it, it made me sit up. Not every ones cup of tea,just have a look at some of the criticism that fashion critics are giving her, but I say good on her for stepping outside the square.

She looks amazing in anything she wears and she pulls it off nicely I think,go the granny squares

Let's Party...

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 06:02:00 +0000

image via Race Course RD street party

My Girl will be off to Race Course Road Street Party bright and early to set up for what is shaping up to be Brisbane biggest parties of the year.

Part of the Brisbane Festival, The Race Course RD Street party is jam packed full of fun things for everyone, especially the little folk.

Face painting, petting zoo, workshops, street performers, you name it they'll be there

And all the important other stuff yummy food,live music all day and us, the BrisStyle gals selling all our awesome handmade goodness

Your best way of getting there is to park and ride, be it the City Cat from the other side of the River to Brett's Wharf or Train to Ascot Train Station

See You there....

Today I am loving...

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:23:00 +0000

This beautiful photo of a tea cup stack

My Friend Wendy sent it to me thinking I might like it on my file.

This photo was taken way back when she snuck in and took some photo's of "my stuff" to get inspiration to do her 3 painting series of ME

I Heart X Stitch

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:20:00 +0000

Some new designs

Portside

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:01:00 +0000

YUM! Tabitha's Place

A beautiful Ballerina Dress Bag by one of the New Retailers

Was lovely to attend the Portside Markets on Sunday.

After such a horrible week, was nice to escape in to Retail Heaven.

Lots of new faces this Month, from foodies to swimwear designers.

Some other new faces were my new lil' Bushka Friends. They are hoping to have babies by this weekend. Just in time for The Race Course Rd Street Party at Ascot.

My neighbour for the day were the very talented people behind The Stroogle and Pie - Rat books.

What great stuff they had, and just in time to pick up my nephew his Birthday prezzie

Beautiful Skies Ahead

noreply@blogger.com (mygirl) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:37:00 +0000

Well it's that time of the month again,when the girls at Portside roll out the marquee's.

With the weather forecast looking clear, what better day than to take a stroll through our beautiful market on a lovely Springs day.

As you can tell by recent posts that things have been a lot sad for me of late, with losing my Nana. And very ill, I haven't been in a very productive mood. After saying goodbye to my Nan yesterday,today was a good day to get stuck back into it. She wouldn't want us all to be sitting around sad and feeling sorry for our selves. Although my mind was think with thoughts of her all day while I sat and created and moments in between. It was listening to her Eulogy yesterday that made me even more determined to get back to work. My Nana was such a hard worker, and it really makes me sit up and want to get things done.

And that I did and again tomorrow.

Although midnight will come around quick tomorrow and I will still be wanting to have had more done. I am so happy to be back were I love to be.

So do pop down if you are in the area on Sunday 8am -1pm,lots of talented girls and the odd boy will be there with lots of goodies for you all to see

from RubyRoseBud from Peg&Kate

from LittleDiva