Tuesday 29 May 2012

Cup of tea and a big lie down

I survived my first market! It was a really fun day and thanks to everyone that dropped by and also to my helpers - a sister and a boyfriend do make excellent slave labour.

From this experience  I have realised a few things:
  • I am not & will never be a morning person especially on a Sunday
  • when it's cold I have a bladder the size of a walnut
  • I really should have though a little harder about wearing a jumpsuit considering the above point
  • drinking the entire contents of the thermos is not going to help with the two aforementioned issues
  • drinking 2 coffees and eating lollipops is going to make me just a little hyper: again the consumption of coffee not helping point 2
  • the manic hyperactivity was not made any better by friends bringing by hot jam donuts covered powdered sugar... you know who you are & you are evil! With teh giggling & sugar high there is the inevitable crash
  • I am terrible at judging the amount my car can fit in it: I admit I have no spacial perception
  • I am becoming increasingly loopy  - this is actually not a newsflash more of a friendly reminder
It was a huge day and I was utterly knackered by the end of it only thing I wanted to do was have a cup of tea & watch Eurovision. I did however  had some lovely Markit neighbours shout out to: from left to right  When you escape  dreamy gorgeousness from Jess Stewart, the gals from LoveHate & Hot Toffee

Great to see some other friends too Douglas & Hope - Cath has an awesome blog http://todayimwearing.blogspot.com.au/ that you should check out too!

bRainbow who made me squeak with delight! Orrr (As in OMG) Dhiravarangkura and Akiko Ikeda creations are SOOOOO FRIKKIN cute it makes my head hurt.

I had lots of visitors & even a few furry ones look at these pic of the puppy love I got on the day. A very beautiful doxie named Molly who I got  a little cuddle from!!

Don't forget if you missed Markit or if you when but got a little overwhelmed  when your were there you can also go to my lovely stockists (Curious Grace, Quirk & Co or Gleaners Inc) Or if you want to order a custom item/commission a piece  you can contact me on pleatybunny@gmail.com or via my facebook page too!  www.facebook.com/pleatybunny 

If you did make a purchase feel free to pop the pics up on the Facebook page I love to know where the critters end up!







 & just some happy snaps of Markit!

 


Also had some lovely news last week but got a bit caught up in the pre-Markit frenzy. I have been accepted in the "Bloom" section of Magnolia Square Market in September! They have a new spanky venue in Williamstown - so stay tuned! 

love Miss Foo XXX

Monday 21 May 2012

Crazy anxiety dreams, markets & autumn sunshine

So I have been a busy bunny leading up to my debut at a market. Yes I have been harping on about this for awhile as my facebook posts will attest I operate on a very high level of neurosis! At this stage the anxiety dreams are kicking in, the most disturbing has been the dream involving a massive multi-level stand, stock that was not mine and a runaway cash box and EFT machine..... best not to ask! 
I have not updated the blog in a while but have a look at my facebook page as I have added new pics & a gallery of goodies for Markit!
Mini the wonder dog on her nanna knits sleeping - at least someone is!
Markit is on Sunday - yes this Sunday & I am faffing on facebook and the blog... when I have price lists, price stickers, framing and other bits to do. Come visit it runs from 10am to 5pm in the Atrium of Fed Square I will be on stall 16B - close to the NGV book store.
Markit it's finally here!!!!

As well as preparing stock for Markit I have not turned into a complete shut in, I have actually been up to other bits & pieces:


I did manage to get to Finders Keepers Market at the end of April for a bit of inspiration and market recon for my stall, some of my work made an appearance at the Gleaners Inc. stand too. The clever kittens at Finders Keepers have a great top 10 tips for markets on their blog which is pretty spanky too and they have lovely features, lots of pretty pictures and great resources for creatives.
Pleatybunny by Miss FOO at the Gleaners Inc. stall at Finders Keepers







  My happy snaps of Finders Keepers Market April 2012 at the exhibition buildings


I have also been featured on the Howl Communications blog in a "5 mins with" interview. Pop by and have a look! 

Also I have been on the hunt for new retailers and have been talking to some really nice people and going to some great stores. And I  also delivered some new goodies to one of my favourite stores Quirk & Co. run by the lovely Kirk (Kirsty) and Nick. If you remember an awesome brand from back in the day called "Kirk couture" this is one of those clever kids! 
Quirk & Co.
466 Victoria Street
North Melborne 
VIC 3051 

03 9329 7057 
Rosettes, neon badges & pom pom sequin pins Pleatybunny by Miss FOO
Pom pom & sequin ruffle necklaces & a song bird Rosettes, neon badges & pom pom sequin pins Pleatybunny by Miss FOO



 Other goodies at Quirk & Co.
 

 



And I even got out to see some of the BEAUTIFUL colours in the Dandenong ranges - so pretty- Love autumn especially the gorgeous golden sunshine... You know I love a little bit of gold & razzle dazzle!

Love Miss Foo xxx