Stitch 'n' Bitch

 Stitch 'n Bitch: is a name used by knitting groups that meet on a weekly or monthly basis at locations throughout the world. This use of the term originates as early as the Second World War.
 
I don't know how to knit, in fact I've never tried. A few failed attempts at crochet have put me off yarn indefinitely - yet with all this rainy weather and Winter fast approaching, I guess it's high time I learnt how. However there is also the fact that knitting takes up a certain amount of time, and these days time seems hard to come by. With that in mind, perhaps I can stitch up a few smaller projects to get the ball rolling. (Looks like it's time to hit up the ol' library for a few sewing and craft books.)

For example, I really love the Bearded Bloke Brooches made by the talented, Melbourne-located Evie of Handmade Romance, who sells on Etsy and has a wonderful little blog too. Click here to check it out.

Bearded Bloke Brooch by Handmade Romance.
Photograph by Handmade Romance.

How Bazaar!

Remember my post about the Enoggera Terrace Bazaar presented by Cheap Frills a few months back? (This was around December last year - see post here.) Anyway, the next bazaar is being held this coming weekend on Saturday 6th March from 6:30pm - 9:30pm and will only cost you a teensy $5 entry, which not only gives you the chance to paw through the rails and racks of gorgeous vintage and retro clothes (not to mention a whole wodge of accessories and other doodads) but it also gets a complimentary glass of champagne in your hot little hands.

My tip is an obvious one - get in early and you will have the chance to bag the best buys. Don't let that put you off though - last time I attended I was still running around towards the end of the night, trying on clothes and shoes with the enthusiasm of a kid who had ingested too much red food colouring.

Oh and may I also mention that I will most likely be having a stall there again this time around? How fun! Please come and say hello. I am currently making a few cardboard gift boxes for it, yet I cannot decide what for. At first I was considering using them for those who purchase an animal pendant necklace, as they do not come  packaged when I hold a market stall. Another idea I had in mind was to create a 'lucky dip' style package with a range of prices, but for lower than what you would pay for the contents.

If you had any ideas for the boxes or would like to vote for one of the current uses mentioned above, it would be greatly appreciated. After all, it's fun to make things for you guys! I'll upload a photo of the boxes as soon as I can.

New things.

Today I spent the day in L.A hitting up my favorite local vendors, gathering supplies for the big day in March and just in general. I bought 100 peacock feathers, appliques, feathers, wire, trim, and elastic..i went a little over board, but I thought since fancyThat is doing so great whyyyyy not?! It's in my overhead...live a little.. hehe.

I spent the rest of the day crafting in and out cause Matt's adorable nieces and nephew were over. I deigned 6 new pieces and I have to say... I LOVE THEM! I started using more lace and tulle, and It's going to be so hard to give these baby's away!

Since I just landed a major account, I'll be shipping out just about every day... bitter, sweet. Bitter because I'm not very fond of going to the post office... maybe it's just the one I go to. Since I ship out overseas just about every day the people at the post office seem like the get mad that I need to fill out other labels..makes me feel awkward..?ahahaa.. maybe it's just me.And sweet because... well..you know!!

Oh yeah! My netflicks movie cam in yesterday! I rented miss pettigrew lives for a day! Super cute! I loved the costumes, the colors, and of course the time era.

Here are some snap shots of what Inspired me. Enjoy!

Such a cute movie! Rent it and we'll have a conversation about it!<3

Here are my new designs: All on sale at fancyThat.com

New things.

Today I spent the day in L.A hitting up my favorite local vendors, gathering supplies for the big day in March and just in general. I bought 100 peacock feathers, appliques, feathers, wire, trim, and elastic..i went a little over board, but I thought since fancyThat is doing so great whyyyyy not?! It's in my overhead...live a little.. hehe.

I spent the rest of the day crafting in and out cause Matt's adorable nieces and nephew were over. I deigned 6 new pieces and I have to say... I LOVE THEM! I started using more lace and tulle, and It's going to be so hard to give these baby's away!

Since I just landed a major account, I'll be shipping out just about every day... bitter, sweet. Bitter because I'm not very fond of going to the post office... maybe it's just the one I go to. Since I ship out overseas just about every day the people at the post office seem like the get mad that I need to fill out other labels..makes me feel awkward..?ahahaa.. maybe it's just me.And sweet because... well..you know!!

Oh yeah! My netflicks movie cam in yesterday! I rented miss pettigrew lives for a day! Super cute! I loved the costumes, the colors, and of course the time era.

Here are some snap shots of what Inspired me. Enjoy!

Such a cute movie! Rent it and we'll have a conversation about it!<3

Here are my new designs: All on sale at fancyThat.com

Tutu Couture.

So lately a lot of my inspirations have been coming from textures and fabrics.. even though I still love to work with feathers! I have been experimenting with other ideas and designs. I love working with tule, netting, lace, pearls, wire, and stones. I started creating accessories that could be used just about any way. Instead of just adding clip and making them one dimensional I have now added pins to use as brooches and I also offer a 30 inch chains so they could be attached as a necklace and even through in elastic so people have the option of even wearing it as a bracelet.

I love to give variety in my designs. I strongly feel that you need to keep your customers guessing and try to stray away from making the same designs over and over again. I mean, that's just soooo boring and uncreative. I see some gals designs...and I'm like seriously? haha.

Ok, well that's besides the point...So here are some of my inspirations.

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Tutu Couture headband, brooch, necklace. :$30

www.senseofashion.com/fancyThat

Oh! and I started putting my name on the back of all my accessories..super adorable, I love it!

Tutu Couture.

So lately a lot of my inspirations have been coming from textures and fabrics.. even though I still love to work with feathers! I have been experimenting with other ideas and designs. I love working with tule, netting, lace, pearls, wire, and stones. I started creating accessories that could be used just about any way. Instead of just adding clip and making them one dimensional I have now added pins to use as brooches and I also offer a 30 inch chains so they could be attached as a necklace and even through in elastic so people have the option of even wearing it as a bracelet.

I love to give variety in my designs. I strongly feel that you need to keep your customers guessing and try to stray away from making the same designs over and over again. I mean, that's just soooo boring and uncreative. I see some gals designs...and I'm like seriously? haha.

Ok, well that's besides the point...So here are some of my inspirations.

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Tutu Couture headband, brooch, necklace. :$30

www.senseofashion.com/fancyThat

Oh! and I started putting my name on the back of all my accessories..super adorable, I love it!

Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head... doopidoo

Big THANKS to Samantha for being such an awesome model!  Love you! . And also thanks Tum Tum for keeping us company. =)

  Samantha Nguyen

Before/After

 

Hair Accessories by Jadyn

Coming soon!

Tum Tum

Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head... doopidoo

Big THANKS to Samantha for being such an awesome model!  Love you! . And also thanks Tum Tum for keeping us company. =)

  Samantha Nguyen

Before/After

 

Hair Accessories by Jadyn

Coming soon!

Tum Tum