The coolest show in the world....

Just thought I'd fill you in on a big secret..... Well it's not a secret anymore, but the new Stitches and Craft Show is bigger and better than ever. In years past it's been all about the quilt making, knitting, crocheting granny.


Sorry if that offends anyone but hopefully you understand where I'm going...

The show has now been taken over by Living Creatively and they have transformed it into something totally awesome. Craft is cool again... YAY !!

There's plenty to see and lots for you to do. There's the Learning Centre where you can get tips and advice from experts within the craft and design industries; Craft Bars where you can order from the menu and make something of your own - with helpers if you need them; Children's Craft Centre etc etc.

They'll also have a fantastic area called the "Reconstruction Zone" where you can pick an item of clothing and upcycle it into something wonderful for you to take home!! How great is that.

And don't forget the Incubator - that's where Little Diva will be, along with lots of other fabulous independant crafters, designers, screenprinters etc.

So, keep the dates free: 29th April until 3rd May and come for one day or come for all five. You might need the whole five days just to see everything !!


I think I might have to get someone to look after my stall for a day so I don't miss out on all the action...

P.S. The list of show retailers will be out soon..

Little Diva dress in Photo Shoot.....

Here's a sneak peak of one of my dresses that was used for a photo shoot for the fabulous Flirty Bird recently:


It's the Diva Dress style and the fabric is Alexander Henry's Yui Kokeshi in Pink - one of my favourites.

I have one for sale at the moment in my Etsy Store so Click here to check it out. You can also click here to go to Flirty Bird's blog to see a couple more gorgeous photo's from the photo shoot.

Birthday Parties coming up....

I haven't been doing much sewing or S & C show preparations this week as my little boy turns two this Sunday. The twins have asked me every morning this week if it's Harry's birthday yet !! As usual I don't really feel like I'm getting anywhere but I did get the party bags ready to go:



Lots to do tomorrow and tomorrow night to get everything ready. At least I've done most of the party food shopping already.

Then on Tuesday we have a birthday party down the coast for a little girl who is also turning two. I didn't know what to get her so I decided to make her this little play cooking apron with matching oven mitts. I just love this Mod Birds fabric and have been waiting to use it for something.


I made it reversible so the back has these funky circles.




I'm going to try to get a little kiddies cooking set to go with it - I guess I'll be going to the shops on Monday. Our only day of the week we "usually" get to stay at home.

Little Diva featured in the Polka Dot Parade.....

Do you like all things dotty ?? Check out the March Polka Dot Parade where Little Diva is featured in this month's parade... And the gorgeous Mimoo is also there...


On the Dot Creations is such a lovely website, so have a look around...

Not another giveaway !!!

Yes, that's right. I'm having yet another giveaway.... This time it's for a $15 voucher to Little Diva's online store and all you have to do is sign up for the "Little Diva's Latest" monthly newsletter. So leave a comment on this post with your email address or just email it to me directly at littlediva@aapt.net.au with Subscribe in the subject line.

I only ever send one email per month, unless of course you win a giveaway, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

So what are you waiting for..... hop to it !!

The draw will take place on Sunday 5th April and the winner will be announced in the April Newsletter. (Postage is not included in the $15 voucher, however I do have a few items that offer Free Postage).

Also, the BrisStyle March Giveaway winner was announced yesterday and congratulations to Le from Third on the Right who won the craft apron and coin purse from myself and to Karin from Nordic Craft who won the zip pouch from Bubba Chenille.

Are you sick of the kids getting too much chocolate for Easter ??

What about giving them an Easter Bunny DIY Kit ?? I've made up some cute little packs of DIY Easter Bunnies to keep them occupied.



One I prepared earlier:


Here's what you receive in the pack:

* Easter Bunny pieces made from assorted quality craft paper/card - body, head, arms and legs (with pre-cut holes to attach)

* Jewels, sequence and bow for decoration

* Studs to attach bunny's movable limbs

* Pink cord to hang your finished masterpiece (approx 30cm finished)

All the bits and pieces come in a zip lock bag with instructions and picture of a finished Easter Bunny. By the way, I've left the face blank so the kiddies can draw their own bunny face.

Here's a couple that my daughters' did yesterday. They loved it...



So click here to purchase from my Markets Online store (AUD) or contact me directly. Edit: They are now also listed in my Etsy store so click here to go straight to the listing.

Oh, did I mention the FREE POSTAGE within Australia....

Reminder: Giveaways ending soon...

Just a reminder about a couple of giveaways ending soon. The fantastic BrisStyle monthly giveaway (of which I am part of) will be drawn this Wednesday 25th March, so click here and leave a comment on the post to be in the running to win..

Also Kitty Boo Boo is giving away some cute little clippies so click here to head over to the post and leave a comment before tomorrow (Monday) night.

I'll update you on what I've been up to in the next few days as I'm too tired at the moment after having a market stall today. (Katie: I know I said I wasn't doing anything sewing/craft related tonight, but I couldn't help myself - I 'had' to start updating my online stores and do a quick post !! )

And so, as I head off to bed, I leave you with a little sneak peak of some Easter DIY kits I'll be selling in my Etsy and Markets Online stores soon.

zzzzzzzz