Something new to play with...

I just received this gorgeous fabric in the mail today that I ordered last week from Funky Fabrix.

Isn't it just the cutest?? It's a softies panel from fabric designer, Saffron Craig.

So I'm going to make up the softies but haven't worked out what to do with the little ones yet!!

Hoot.... Hoot.... can you hear them coming!!

You'll probably remember these Owls I made for Jo from Lovestamp recently for her market stall:


Well, the lovely Jo has been fielding so many customer queries at the markets for me that I've decided to start making some (with her approval of course!!).

I've got quite a bit of sewing to do over the next few weeks but once that is done I'll make some Owls (hopefully before my next market, Boutique Markets on Sunday 9th August). Of course I can custom make in the fabrics or colours of your choice too.

So keep following my blog or sign up for my newsletter (just send me your email address) to find out when they're available.

If you want to see them on the Lovestamp stall, click here and here for some photo's.

EDIT: 29Jul - It doesn't look like I'll have any owls made for the next Boutique Markets on 9th August so if you really want one for a gift or anything in the next 3-4 weeks, let me know and I'll make one especially for you in fabrics of your choice.

The Owl Project..... complete

Remember a post a little while back about my latest project - the Owls ??

Well, here they are....


I custom made these for Jo from Lovestamp as she was looking to get some toy owls made to represent her Owl Logo (see banner below) and she's going to use them as displays at her market stalls. I believe they are as yet unnamed but no doubt she'll come up with something soon.


Jo is making me one her gorgeous necklaces in return and I can't wait to show you all. I'm also ordering one for my sister's birthday, which was last week, but she can't decide what she wants!

Click here to check out Jo's stunning creations or for Brisbane locals you'll be able to find Jo at the upcoming Boutique Markets on Sunday 12th July and Mathilda's Market on Sunday 19th July. You can also visit her blog here.

My latest project....

The lovely Jo from Lovestamp was looking for someone to make her an Owl softie similar to her logo so that she can take it along to the markets with her. I took on the task and we're just in the midst of picking some fabrics etc to make the Mamma Owl and her Baby Owl.

We're both very excited about the little project and I can't wait to get started. Another great thing is we're doing a swap - so I get to pick a piece of her gorgeous jewellery for myself!!


Check out her Made It store or her Etsy store. I'm tossing up at the moment between the Beloved, Encircled or Circle of Love... how will I ever decide??

Make sure you click here to read her blog too - it's always a great read and very much from the heart.

P.S. You'll be able to find Jo at the Mathilda's Market in Brisbane, 19th July...

"Made It" is now up and running...

I've been meaning to for a while and have now finally listed my dresses, Snigglebottom's etc on Made It. For those of you who haven't heard of Made It before, it's like Etsy but is for Australian Sellers only and is in Australian Dollars - YAY!!

My direct address is http://www.madeit.com.au/littlediva and you can also click on the button over on the right. (I'll be closing down my Markets Online store soon). Still, the best way to find me is by going to my website, http://www.littlediva.com.au and clicking on the link at the bottom.

the Snigglebottom's are now available for sale...

Now that I've finally had a few spare moments, I have listed the "Snigglebottom's" for sale.


They are 30cm tall and suitable for all ages. No two are the same and they all have their own names.


Click here to see them all in my Markets Online store and here for my Etsy store.

P.S. I'll be doing my final Stitches and Craft show post soon. Just need to take a few photo's...

Only 1 week to go....

Well, this time next week I'll be at the Stitches and Craft show here in Brisbane. It will be the first of what no doubt will be five tiring yet very exciting days.


I've got my stall setup sorted out and will be there on Tuesday to get it all ready. I won't spoil it by showing you any pics yet as it just doesn't look the same in my lounge room as I'm hoping the real thing will. Here's a couple more Snigglebottom's just about ready to go though (just need their little ribbon belts).

(Iggle, Jynessa and Scotty Snigglebottom)

My only hiccup is a very frustrating encounter with an online fabric shop in the US. I received an email on 4th April advising my fabric order had been shipped. I was getting worried that I hadn't received it so I chased them up yesterday and got a reply that they don't know what happened but it was only just posted out on Monday !!!

The order was for quite a bit of fabric and I was going to make a few more dresses for the collection but a lot of it was for my DIY skirt kits that I'm putting together for the show. If only they had told me of their mistake, I would have had them send it some way that would get here quicker. Let's just hope it at least arrives next week !!

Anyway, here's just a little example of good and bad customer service that I have experienced recently:


Example 1: BAD - you know the story from above so basically they forgot to post my order; didn't bother to let me know; received a weak apology after I chased them up and nothing else. Actually the word sorry wasn't even mentioned, only "we are not sure what happened but it's on its way" - gee thanks !!


Example 2: EXCELLENT - I made a fabric purchase from another online fabric store based in the US a while back and once received I went through it all and noticed there was one part of the order missing. Just 2 yards of a particular fabric. I emailed them to advise them and would have been happy with a refund for that 2 yards. But not only did they post that 2 yards to me at their own expense but they also offered me a 30% discount off my next order.

We all know which shop I "won't" be going back to....

Anyway, it's a beautiful day here in sunny Brisbane and I have a 2 year old asleep and two 4 year olds about to have rest time, so I might head outside for a quite cuppa before getting into some more sewing and show preparation....

Meet the Snigglebottom's...

They've multiplied already and they now have a name. The Snigglebottom family...


Their names from left to right are Migsy, Daisy, Ducky, Barney, Pinkie, Leroy, Mingy, Delilah and Lacey.


and here's my son Harry having a little chat to a few of them !!


I plan on making some more and I'll be selling them at the Stitches and Craft show. After that I'll be listing them in my Etsy and Markets Online stores (if there's any left of course...)

Some friends to keep me company at the show....

I finally have some friends to keep me company at the Stitches and Craft Show, which by the way starts exactly two weeks today !!!


They don't have names yet and they will multiply by the time the show comes around but no doubt I'll be glad to have someone to chat to !! hehehe

Introducing.... Fabric Scrap Flopsy !!

My second attempt at my idea for using up fabric scraps definitely worked much better than the first - the trick is don't bother trying to sew round things (I can never get them smooth enough), just go square !!

So here it is - the affectionately named "Flopsy" :



In case you are wondering exactly what it is, I found it actually has a few different purposes. The main idea at the start was to make a toy with lots of floppy, taggy things as my 21-month-old son still loves playing with and holding tags, especially when going to sleep. However, I thought it would also be a great pin cushion as you could also keep your needles on the little floppy bits.


And thirdly, it actually makes quite a good frisbee !

Let me know what you think and do you think I should make some to sell ? If so, what should I actually market them as?

The BEST Christmas Market Brisbane has ever seen.....

The BrisStyle Christmas Market is nearly here..... YAY !!



Only two more sleeps until the first (and definately not the last) BrisStyle Market at Hamilton Town Hall. It's going to be a fantastic day with over 30 fabulous stalls selling something for everyone - toys, jewellery, art, handbags, kids swimwear, fashion, recycled vintage wares and loads more... and the best thing is, it's all handmade by fabulous women in and around Brisbane.

There will also be gourmet food and cold drinks available for when you need a little shopping break !!



I haven't had a chance to update my Etsy store as I've been busy sewing and making for the markets but if you can't make it, check out my Etsy store next week once I've had a chance to update.

WIN WIN..... I'm give away a $20 (AUD - approx $12-15 USD) voucher to use in my Etsy store (not including postage) if you sign up for my Monthly Newsletter. I'll be drawing it at Random on Monday 22nd December so if you want the chance to win, I'll have a sign up sheet at my Market Stall or you can send your email address to littlediva@aapt.net.au or just leave a comment on this blog with your email address.






Checkout the BrisStyle Blog to see who else will be there.

+++SALE+++

Just a quick update on what I've been up to lately.... I've been busy sewing more Softies as these are very popular. Quite a few in the pictures on my last post have been sold but I can make more identical as I should still have the same fabric for most in stock.

+++SALE SALE SALE+++ I have discounted all of the wall art, craft aprons and Art Hangers, so check out my previous post below for updated sale prices.

Lastly, I have started making wall art with matching bed cushions and should have some fabulous Amy Butler fabric soon to make some really funky ones... and these ones won't just be for the kiddies. (Plus you get $5 off if you purchase the wall art and cushion together).

close up of wall art:

Until next time. Christine xxoo

Little Diva Showcase

+++SALE NOW ON+++ See discounted prices below on wall art, craft aprons and Art Hangers...


Here is a selection of my arts and crafts for little girls (mainly). They are all handmade using my own ideas and designs and I'm currently selling at "Designers Emporium" markets located in the markee outside Everton Park Hotel, Brisbane. They are held on the first Sunday of every month.

I also have some of the items for sale at the following website:
www.marketsonline.com.au/littlediva

Softies $22



















Fabric Wall Art - various sizes: *SALE* now starting from $20 !!





















close-ups of the above art:















Cushion to match one of the pics above - 36 x 36cm $25 (removable and washable cover)
Purchase the cushion and matching wall art and get $5 off (total now $50)













Diva Bags $15





























Kokeshi Doll Inspired Wall Art *SALE* was $30 now $20 !!





Animal Wall Art - Various Sizes: *SALE* was $30 - $40 now $20 - $30





Art/Name Plaques (can be customised) was $20 now $15






Craft Aprons *SALE* was $25 now $20 !! (come with 2 pencils, safety scissors & small ruler)





Home Decor Cushions 41cm x 41xm $35. Designer Fabric.

Amy Butler "Daisy Chain" range



And that's the end..... send me an email if you're interested in anything - littlediva@aapt.net.au

Thanks for looking. Christine