Showing posts with label accessories. Show all posts
Showing posts with label accessories. Show all posts

Monday, January 21, 2013

Current obsession: semi-precious gemstones

What a keeper... a real gem! For the past few months I've been in luuurve with semi-precious gemstones. 

Used in jewellery for their great beauty, gemstones also possess many spiritual properties. For centuries many people have kept these stunning minerals close at hand for hopes of gaining emotional and physical healing, good luck and inner harmony. I'm yet to fully explore the associated "power" specific gemstones hold (WIP) but I certainly appreciate their beauty.

What a collection of stunning colours and textures!
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A love for gemstones can only lead to one thing... an obsession with gemstone jewellery. At the moment I'm totally "digging" (haha..get it?) rough/natural gemstones set in rustic metals. You can find some amazing pieces on sites such as etsy - my tip would be to search for "gem name' + natural + ring" etc. Below are a few of the beauties I found online x

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♥ Rustic Amethyst necklace, Etsy $29
♥ Aquamarine silver bracelet, Toosis $155. This is my favourite item from the above selection. Aquamarine is such a *stunning* stone. It not only reminds me of the ocean but also elegant shards of ice when roughly cut. The unique shaping and metal work make this bracelet really special. I'm in love!
♥ Crystallised sugar studs, Uncommon Goods, SALE $19.99. Not exactly gemstones haha, but these crystallised sugar earrings are mega sweet.
♥ Lucia Mar cocktail ring, Dannijo Sold out :-(

I'm interested to know.. Do if you use gemstones for spiritual purposes? Or just for their beauty? 


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Monday, December 10, 2012

Pop-Up Shop Ballarat & luvfromamy Product Range

Yesterday was the final day of trade for the Pop-Up Shop Ballarat - we took down the bunting and packed up our stock (..to be honest it was a little sad to see the wonderful space go!)

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Images courtesy of Kate Healy, the Courier

But seriously, what a fantastic experience participating in the Pop-Up Shop has been.. The response to our products was overwhelming and I cannot thank the organisers (Deborah, Laura from Learn 2 Screen-Print/MESH and Lisa from Deer Little Parties) enough for allowing luvfromamy to be part of this high quality, first time event. I was extremely nervous as the Pop-Up Shop would be my market/pop-up shop début, but I left feeling even more confident, inspired and planning for what's next :-) I can't wait!

Thanks again to my friends, family and my lovely partner who visited and listened to me ramble on about stamps and crochet for the last couple of months haha, to the organisers (such a superb job!), to the other markers - your products were amazing and such high quality, to everyone who spread the word of the Pop-Up Shop, to our lovely customers (hope you like your goodies!!) and an extra special thanks to Laura, who has been a massive, massive motivator and inspiration with all her hard word and small business success!

If you missed out this time (shame on you! Haha only joking) Pop-Up Shop Ballarat will be an annual event so make sure you keep an eye out this time next year! :)

As this post is quite picture heavy I'm afraid I haven't included many images from the shop.. But I highly recommend you have a look at the fantastic makers that were featured here and here). 

I've shown you bits and pieces of the luvfromamy product range via this blog and facebook, but haven't introduced my handmade and stationery items  officially.. So without further adieu...

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♥ Crochet bow adjustable rings. Available in red, pink, white.

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♥ Crochet hair bows on an alligator clip. Available in pink, white, grey, purple, red, orange, teal, black.

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♥ Crochet bow headbands. Available in red, dusty pink, teal, pink.

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♥ Crochet bracelets. Available designs blue navy, red navy, black skull, grey stud, black stud.

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♥ Crochet Christmas decoration 4 packs (2 wreaths, 2 love hearts).

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♥ Alphabet and number stamp set.

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♥ Lovely Animal stamp set.

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♥ Small ink pads. Available in blue, pink, purple, red, green, orange.

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♥ Cotton bakers twine. Available in 15 different colours

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♥ DIY fabric tape. Available in a variety of colours and patterns.

I also have a collection of 8 x 10 prints and greeting cards which I adore, but am yet to photograph :)
 
At luvfromamy, I not only make my own products, but also love YOU making your own goodies too ♥  I hope to ignite and inspire creativity with my stationery and DIY products. I pick products that I, a self-confessed craft geek, LOVE so you will hopefully have a crush on them as well!

I'm excited to announce my *online store* will be open for business within the month, so keep an eye out for all these items (plus regular additions). If you'd like to be the first to know of the my store opening, email: hello@luvfromamy.com and I will add you to my mailing list!
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The Pop-Up Shop is a great addition to the Ballarat retail scene and I've been lucky enough to meet some wonderful, creative and inspiring ladies and gents. I hope to participate in more markets with them in the future :)

Featured designers and markers: ♥ MESH/Learn 2 Screen Print ♥ Deer Little Parties ♥ Sago on Tuesdays bindery ♥ Margie Balazic ♥ Le Mutt dog accessories ♥ Trunk & Orderly ♥ Steph Wallace from Red Brick Gallery ♥ Bok-Bok B'Gerk ♥ Sillee Billee ♥ Morgan Wills / Crafty Squirrel ♥ Chloe Harmon ♥ Melinda Muscat ♥ Emma Bulpit ♥ Earnest & Joe ♥ Jodie Lee ♥ Red Echidna Studios ♥ Made by Truly, Bread & Butter pottery ♥ Angela Hayward ♥ Pauline O'Shannessy-Dowling

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Sunday, July 22, 2012

Get the look! Meoww, Catwoman

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This weekend I saw Batman: the Dark Knight rises at the Melbourne IMAX theater. I was super excited to see the latest installment and as as massive Anne Hathaway fan I couldn't wait to see her as the sexy and slinky Selina Kyle, Catwoman (p.s oh how she did not disappoint! ♥♥♥)

"...SELINA KYLE - is a world-class cat burglar and mistress of disguise. She’s cunning and devious, 
but has a deep sense of honor. As Catwoman, she targets Gotham’s wealthiest. Her weapons usually
 include infrared goggles, bladed high-heel boots, and a belt filled with lock picks..."
Extract from The Dark Knight Rises: The Secret Files Scrapbook

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...bladed high-heel boots? That's pretty cool!

Do you love Catwoman's style but don't really want to strut around in something so...er... fitted?? Why not try these super-hot superhero inspired pieces!...

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♥ Alice in the Eve, Leather look leggings $80
♥ Gianmarco Lorenzi, Metal heel pump SALE $158
♥ DIY Cat earred beanie ($3.50 for pattern)
♥ Eylure, Katy Perry "Cool Kitty" lashes $14.95 (reviewed here)
♥ Diva, Pearl earrings $6.99 (..what a steal)
♥ MAC, Russian Red lipstick $36

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