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Today’s post written by Bec

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Enjoy the luck of the Irish with these green goodies, great on any day of the week, at madeit – madeit.com.au, the home of fine Australian artisan designer-makers.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous {Handmade} Finds posts here.

		St. Patrick’s Day Loopy Wristband Teether Seller – FortandCrib Price – $9.50 More info/Buy It
		St. Patrick’s Day Nappy Pants Seller – tutusmuddyshoes Price – $12.00 More info/Buy It
		Bamboo, Baby! Seller – twirlingbetty Price – $12.00 More info/Buy It
		Luck of the Irish Singlet Seller – coconutkids Price – $14.00 More info/Buy It
		Emerald Green Gingham Ribbon Bow Non Slip Hair Clips Seller – VanillaPixie Price –  $5.25 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Bec

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Autumn is here, and so is a great selection of handmade knitted products from madeit – madeit.com.au – sellers.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous {Handmade} Finds posts here.

		Beanie and Mary-Jane Shoe Set – 0-3 months – Pastels Seller –  melpaton Price – $20.00 More info/Buy It
		Cheeky Monkey Hat With or Without Flower – 3M to 6M Seller – VictoriaOC Price – $27.50 More info/Buy It
		Iced Donuts – Baby Rattle – Play Food – Assorted colours/flavours Seller –  Little Fish Price – $22.00 More info/Buy It
		Grey baby slippers Seller –  babaindi Price – $18.00 More info/Buy It
		One little Green frog, Finger Puppet Seller –  twinklekids Price – $7.50 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Heads up all residents of the nation’s capital: Mathilda’s Market is happening on your turf between 9am-1pm this Sunday, 28 February 2010.

Over 50 designer-makers of boutique baby and kids wares are lined up for this gala event to be held in the luxe environs of the Grand Ballroom and Gallery at Canberra’s Hyatt Hotel. Entry and parking is free, with easy pram access and food prepared on the premises available for purchase to sustain you and complete the perfect day out.

Check out my Mathilda’s Six Picks below, and click here for more info on who’s going to be there.

Mathilda’s Market holds events all around Australia. Check the full calendar of dates and locations to see when Mathilda’s is coming your way.

Six of the Best as picked by me:

1. Ensparkle Ceramics
2. Little Living
3. Pip & Co
4. Emperor’s Laundry
5. miller&harry
6. Paperklip

Today’s post written by Angela

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Mathilda’s Market is the gold standard market of designer/maker baby and children’s wares in Australia, presenting the cream of crafters, designers and artists in one stunning event. From the well-known to the up-and-coming, you can delight in meeting the people who design, make and produce the best boutique goods this nation has to offer.

Mathilda’s Market holds events around the country and this Saturday, 20 February 2010, is the turn of  lucky Brisbanites to enjoy Mathilda’s Market. See the details below for Brisbane this Saturday, and check the full calendar of dates and locations to see when Mathilda’s is coming your way.

• Saturday, 20 February 2010, 9am-4pm.
• Brisbane Racing Club at Eagle Farm, 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot, Brisbane
• Free entry
• Free parking
• Lots of  kids entertainment, yummy food & music

With over 80 stallholders this Saturday is going to be a biggie! Check out my Mathilda’s Six Picks below, and click here for more info on who’s going to be there.

1. Rube & Harri
2. Kawaii For You
3. Ani & Trio
4. Gelati Art
5. Retro Bird
6. Electric Boy

Today’s post written by Bec

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Are you thinking of joining the MCN (Modern Cloth Nappy) revolution, or adding to your current collection?  Then you’ll love these handmade, eco-friendly and super funky nappy goodies available from a bevvy of fine independent designer-makers over at madeit – madeit.com.au.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous Finds posts here.

		Terry Nappy Cover Seller - BohemianBabes Price – $10.50 More info/Buy It
		Lushies Cloth Nappy Seller - nappylady Price – $18.00 More info/Buy It
		Summer Baby Bloomers Seller - joeyjellybean Price – $15.00 More info/Buy It
		Nappy Wallet Fairytale Seller - ZeeBee Price – $18.00 More info/Buy It
		‘All in Two’ Minky Nappy Cover in Choc Blue Bubbles print Seller - MJs Mummy Price – $29.99 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Bec

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Every child needs a favourite softie to be their constant companion on pram rides, road trips, and through the night. To find the most unique, characterful and friendly softies you ever did see, head to madeit – madeit.com.au – the handmade market open all day, every day. Find just a small selection of best buds up for grabs, below.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous Finds posts here.

		Ellie the Elephant Seller - allanaC Price – $37.50 More info/Buy It
		Harry the Plush Blue Vintage Chenille Scottie Dog Seller - vintagechenille Price – $18.00 More info/Buy It
		My Golly! Miss Molly! Rabbit Seller - MyGollyMissMolly Price – $10.00 More info/Buy It
		‘Duckie’ Softie Seller - BrightandBubbly Price – $26.00 More info/Buy It
		Softie doll Seller - wallflower Price – $35.00 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Bec

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Boy oh boy! You’ll keep you little man looking super smart in these handmade creations from  madeit – madeit.com.au – the handmade market open all day, every day.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous Finds posts here.

		Straight Leg Jeans Seller - littleray Price – $30.00 More info/Buy It
		Hawaiian Shorts Seller - cradlejam Price – $18.00 More info/Buy It
		Atticus Toddler Bloomers Seller - amelieatticus Price – $15.00 More info/Buy It
		Bermuda Boy shorts Seller - MyOneBrownMouse Price – $22.00 More info/Buy It
		Boys Shorts ‘Letters’- Sz 3 Seller - seamstressdaughter Price – $15.00 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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Summer is the time for a fun in the sun, games galore with the kids…and sometimes, if you’re lucky, a little bit of celebrity spotting. Whether it’s Nicole Kidman and Sunday Rose in Circular Quay or Matt Damon at Batemans Bay (apparently), the summer season is the time many of our favourite celebs come to Australia to enjoy the awesome weather and some of the best beaches in the world.

Earlier this week I came across a quirky take on celebrities and movie characters that had me giggling in my seat.

Introducing Ding Dong Designs – www.dingdongdesigns.com. Hail from a little Scottish town called Lanarkshire, this mother and daughter team have created a range of celebrity and character finger puppets that won’t only have your kids engaged in some imaginative play, but perhaps even the Star Wars or Elvis fan in you!

Check out the following picture and see if you can guess who is who! (Answers at end of post).

From Top Left (to right):

Yoda (Star Wars), Ernie & Bert (Sesame Street), R2-D2 (Star Wars)
Spiderman, Batman & Robin, Miss Piggy (The Muppets)
Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, The Beatles (Lonely Hearts Club Band)

All Ding Dong Finger Puppets are GBP7.00 each. Worldwide postage is GBP2.50.

Today’s post written by Bec

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Start the new year by looking and feeling cool with these gorgeous handmade pieces for girls from madeit – madeit.com.au – the handmade market open all day, every day.

You can read more madeit.com.au Five Fabulous Finds posts here.

		tutti frutti romper Seller - thulathula Price – $30.00 More info/Buy It
		Custom skirt: Made to order Seller - JazzyKidz Price – $19.95 More info/Buy It
		Doilie Dress + Free ten dollar in store voucher Seller - CanWePleaseHaveSomeArtichokes Price – $30.00 More info/Buy It
		Tilda Dress – Blues & Starlings Seller - tillytomdesigns Price – $38.00 More info/Buy It
		Twirl Skirt Size 2-3 Seller - ZeeBee Price – $25.00 More info/Buy It

All prices quoted are AUD$. Please contact individual sellers for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Need to slow down a little and feel the Christmas vibe, rather than be crushed by it? I found a stopover to The Crafty Crow Flickr Pool most therapeutic. Chock-full of the fruits of the labour of clever and crafty folk, five minutes taking in the truly wondrous Christmas creations here is enough to replenish the soul.

If you are inspired to go further and make some Christmas craft yourself, then head to The Crafty Crow website where you will find an abundance of ideas to suit every taste and skill-set.

For more kids craft ideas you can view ‘The Crafty Crow presents’ posts on KidStyleFile here.