OCTOBER & BIRTHDAYS - WHAT A GREAT MIX!

Yeah, it's October - my favourite month. Not only is it my birthday tomorrow (hip, hip, horay) I am going to be doing a fab giveaway this month as well for my 50th post (I know it's generally the 100th post but I couldn't wait another 50... LOL). So keep your eye out for this giveaway - one NOT too be missed.

It of course is my twin sisters birthday tomorrow as well - so happy birthday Lizzy and my youngest son, Jackson is celebrating his 2nd birthday on the 8th of this month too - that's why I love October - so much to celebrate!

I am having the day off from work tomorrow so thought I would do my post today - so I didn't miss out and have to do it AFTER my birthday - that would be no fun then.

Happy reading and thanks for following.

Micky
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BEEN & GONE....

The Handmade Expo has been and gone for another month and what a great day it was. Other than the dreadful wind, the school holidays and the AFL Grand Final to contend with we had nearly 900 people through the gates which we are absolutely over the moon with.

The majority of stallholders that we spoke to during the day had a great day and great trade.

We also welcomed 120 stallholders, so the Expo is expanding every month which is just fabulous and we really want to grow our Gourmet Fresh section so please, if you know any farmers out there looking to sell their produce please ask them to contact us - they are always welcome.

We welcomed back Farmer Dave with this lamb, and also Mrs K's Cafe & Bakery selling bread and slices. You can find Mrs K's during the week at the Winston Glades Shopping Centre.

Don't forget we have stalls ranging from fabulous cupcakes and coffee to kids clothing, accessories, plants, timber products, jewellery and much more. The next Expo will be held on Saturday 17th October, Ipswich Turf Club from 8am to 2pm with adults $2 and kids free.

October we are welcoming a Guiness World Record challenge which needs your help. A minimum of 1500 people are required to break the World Record of doing "Heads, Shoulders, Knees & Toes"... if you know how to do this make sure you come to the Expo and be part of the World Record.

Thanks for listening and we would love to hear about your experience at The Handmade Expo so feel free to blog about us. It would also be great if you could blog about the upcoming Expo in October... word of mouth is fabulous and it would be great to have help from everyone in blogland.

Thanks.

Micky
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THE HANDMADE EXPO - THIS SATURDAY

So, here we are again - another month gone, another expo to look forward to. The Handmade Expo will welcome nearly 120 stallholders selling their gorgeous handmade wares this Saturday at the Ipswich Turf Club, Brisbane Road, Bundamba (Ipswich, Queensland) ($2 entry for adults, kids are free)!

Starting at 8am you will be greeted by us (me, Liesa and my mum Miriam) and then it's off to find the coffee man, the cupcake lady and your treats and gifts for the day.... Oh, don't forget the gourmet fresh section of the market which is growing every month. If you remember, make sure you bring your cooler bag so you can stock up on Farmer Dave's fresh lamb as well.

Bubba Chenille will be there with her gorgeous kids clothing and accessories made from pre-loved chenille bedspreads and also the best selling and famous chenille heat packs.

We have everything from jewellery and ceramics to timber goods, children's clothing and even the jam and chutney stall! So don't miss the Expo, head down to Ipswich for a lovely day out, you won't be dissapointed - it's a day not to be missed.

See you then.... don't be shy - come and say hello!

Micky
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RACECOURSE RD STREET PARTY - TOMORROW

I had to do one more post before the big Racecourse Road Street Party tomorrow at Hamilton. It will be a street party not to be missed with countless market stalls (preferrably Handmade)!!, food stalls, live music on 4 different stages and much more.

So for a little bit of culture, fun, shopping and just a great time - head out tomorrow. I will be with Mum (aka Bubba Chenille) at her site, so drop in and say hello. We will be mixed in with other fabulous "handmadies" from the Brisstyle Team.

See you then.

Micky

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HANDMADE HEAVEN - RESULTS

Hi All,

If you head over to Handmade Heaven now you will be completely updated with photo's and all on the Business Awards held last night.

A great night was had by all. Thankyou.

Micky
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A NEW BLOG.....

Hi All,


Don't worry, "Handmadies" isn't going anywhere but I thought I would draw your attention to a new blog that has just started up. Head over here to check it out - it will keep you up to date with all the happenings of the Old Flour Mill in Ipswich. With little boutique shops, antique shops, gift shops, scrapbook shops and many many more...


Micky
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P.S. I am also coming up to my 50th post - so keep your eye out for a competition...... yeah!

HANDMADE GIFT VOUCHERS

I just had to show you these... At Handmade Heaven now you can purchase a handmade gift voucher - what a perfect idea for a gift for that special someone who you are not sure what to get them. Now they will have a huge range of handmade wares to select from. There is a minimum voucher of $10, so head into Handmade Heaven to purchase that special handmade voucher today.

Micky

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STREET PARTY - HAMILTON - SUNDAY 20TH

Hi,


I have accepted the invitation from my Mum to help her out at the Street Party at Hamilton on this Sunday the 20th September from 10am to 5pm. It is all part of the Brisbane Festival and will include markets, food, music, roving entertainment and much, much more.

We are lucky to be surrounded by other talented Handmadies from the Brisstyle team... See you all there, I am sooooo much looking forward to a day out with creative souls... My gorgeous twin Liesa will be there too .... she has had a haircut so we don't quite look the same anymore - she has the fringe!!!!

By for now..

Micky
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KATE COOK - AUSTRALIAN IDOL - TONIGHT

Hi Everyone,

Well, it's that time of the week again when we can all sit down and embrace the Australian singing talent on Australian Idol, 6:30pm tonight on Channel 10.

Kate Cook, our fabulous local top 12 will face elimination tonight but will no doubt go through to the top 10 with her performance last week. Once through, she will then perform a rock song. Please SMS Kate to 191010 to keep Kate's dream alive.

Voting lines will open tonight and will be open until 3:00am tomorrow morning so it is best that voting is done while the show is on...

Thank you all for your support in keeping her dream alive - she is a real talent and it would be a shame to see such great talent be sent home so early in the competition..

Micky
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NEW HANDMADE MARKET IN MELBOURNE!

If you are in Melbourne I would like to bring to your attention a new market that is starting up. The Northside Makers Collective is a not for profit craft association , supporting crafts people, hobbyists and micro business in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs.

Head over to their website to download application forms and find out their dates.

Micky

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HOW CAN YOU SAVE 4-5 LIVES????

I have just read the most fanastic post on Little Mimoo's blog. Please read it - you may just save some lives.

Thanks

Micky

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Eeeeeek Voting Lines are CLOSED

Hey Guys,

Voting lines are closed now... so keep your eye out for Australian Idol verdict next Sunday night on Channel 10. Thank you for your support for Kate.

Thanks
Micky
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KATE COOK - A STAND OUT PERFORMANCE

Hi All,

Kate Cook was definitely the stand out performance last night in Australian Idol top 12. She just captivated the crowd and the Judges just can't get enough and I have to say I am a big fan... not just because I know her but because she is doing what she loves and she is fantastic at it.

So please, lets get behind Kate and vote Kate to 191010... lets help keep Kate's dream alive.

Thank you for your support.

Micky

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LOOK WHAT I FOUND!

First of all, so sorry for not posting sooner... I just haven't had the time and talk about time - can we believe it is September already! Anyway, lets move on shall we to the more important items on the agenda... HANDMADE!

Look what I have found... all this beautiful creativity is in Handmade Heaven. Let me introduce you:-

Gorgeous pre-loved chenille bathmats.. from Bubba Chenille

Also, pre-loved chenille heat packs in these beautiful silver / grey colours. Great for a last minute fathers day present. Also created by Bubba Chenille.


Kiddie aprons from "Cuggles" sold in Handmade Heaven
Aimed for the 3 year old boy or girl little chef in you life.

Ooooh, how cute!

Packaged aprons - so lovely!

I will certainly try and pick up my game a little and will let you know if I find anything else that you absolutely can't live without that is ALL HANDMADE!

Thank you for listening and if you have time, you should drop into Handmade Heaven, in the Old Flour Mill, Brisbane St, Ipswich... you won't be dissapointed!

Micky

xxoo