Tuesday, July 21, 2009

My new Niece Tiah

Meet Tiah - my 3 week old baby niece.
I went to Cairns for the weekend to meet her. She is my eldest brothers first child and she is adorable. She was fascinated by me and I came to the conclusion that it was due to the fact that I look so much like my brother. She woke me up every two hours during the night so I am exhausted but I wouldn't have had it anyway. I am more clucky than ever!

Now I am eagerly awaiting the birth of my brothers first child in September and my sisters third child in November. Christmas is going to be very expensive this year!

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Christmas In July Sale

Do these words conjure up an Australian Christmas for you??

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
(Torme & Wells, 1946)

No, not usually. Unless, of course, they refer to the Etsy Down Under Street Team (DUST) “Aussie Christmas in July” promotional weekend.

Etsy DUST members from all around Australia are coming together for one whole weekend, 12.01AM Saturday 25th July through to 11.59PM Sunday 26th July (AEST), to showcase their talents & stunningly handmade creations.

All stores participating will be offering a promotion to their customers - free worldwide shipping or % off sales; a selection of items at reduced prices or reverse auctions.

With so much variety, including jewellery, children’s clothing & accessories, art, supplies, vintage items, stationery & bags, you are sure to find something to suit each & every taste.

The DUST team will also be running giveaways for the entirety of the weekend, giving you the opportunity to win some fabulous prizes from Australian sellers. Poke your nose into the Etsy Forums during the promotion for your chance to win.

I encourage you to visit the participating stores, as well as our team website – http://www.dustteam.com/ – and support the handmade revolution sweeping Australia.

Stay tuned for more details as the weekend draws nearer...

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Wishlist Wednesday!

Ok so I'll admit it. I am a HUGE Twilight fan! I read the books recently and I am already planning to see New Moon with friends. I am so excited it is ridiculous. So today's wish list was inspired by Twilight...

http://SimplyStickItDesigns.etsy.com


http://SouthwestSkyJewelry.etsy.com


http://HouseHoldWords.etsy.com


http://chickylovit.etsy.com