Aussies in the Etsy Craft Party Voter!

Missisaau, Giggleberry and FabricFusion all made it into this week's voter- come and help one of them win!

Just click on the pictures below to get to the voting page :)


Handmade Recycled Paper Garland- Sotto Voce by missisaau



Bunting/Flags/Pennant Strings- Strawberries and Cream by Giggleberry


Kitschy Corset Apron Pattern by FabricFusion

Guest Blogger: 'Party Time!' with Penny from PocketCarnival

Today's post was kindly written by Penny from PocketCarnival. Penny creates gorgeous handmade cards, clutches, purses and lots of other goodies featuring cute & curious little creatures (original artwork). Definitely one to add to your favourites list!


Colour Me Happy Gocco Party Invites 6 pack with envelopes by benconservato

When you have a party you'll need to invite people, and how better to do it than with these colour-your-own invites by benconservato? You can personalise each one, or just leave them black & white, they're still gorgeous that way!



PLAY TIME BANNERS, 6 mini flag bunting for party by littlemoandfriends

I love going to parties with beautiful decorations, it just makes everything seem more festive and out of the ordinary! These little paper buntings are gorgeous, and will make your home beautiful even after the party's over!


CUPCAKE WRAPPERS by thecupcakewrapperco

Cakes are a very important part of having a party, I think you'll agree! It's so nice to be able to give everyone their own little cake - these cupcake wrappers are reusable, so you can give them to your guests as a little souvenir, or use them over and over for each party!


Argyle Jumper Girl Gift Card featuring Badge by HMCdesigns

Want a sweet card to give to say thank you to the host or hostess of the wonderful party you've just been to? HMCdesigns cards are all made of 100% post consumer recycled cardstock - excellent! And the little badge is removable, for a little keepsake!


So, what are you waiting for? All these party supplies are made in Australia, are gorgeous, and your party will be the talk of the town!
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You can find out more about Penny and PocketCarnival here:
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Buy a bag for breast cancer

Eco Produce Bags- Profits for a Cure

After buying some of these cute bags yesterday, I thought I'd help spread the word about the 'Profits for a Cure' bags available from Melanie's store wiccked.etsy.com

Eco Produce Bags- Profits for a Cure
Mauve and Black

From Melanie's description of the Eco Produce Bags:
"I've also decided that all of the bags I make with these donated fabrics, half of the selling price will be donated to Breast Cancer research. Just this week I was diagnosed with breast cancer, and while I've always had my Pink for a Cure bag in my Etsy store, I've decided that I want to do more."

Eco Produce Bags- Profits for a Cure
Clowns and Roses

This is a great way to make a small contribution and get some pretty bags for your shopping (I'm going to use mine as travelling bags to help me organise socks etc in my suitcase...instead of just chucking everything in like I ususally do).

Pink for a Cure- Sweet Bed of Roses
Hand Stitched Drawstring Cotton Bag

Pink for a Cure Bag: "This fabric is part of the Quest for a Cure range, from Northcott fabrics. Since they're donating something, I will too. For each bag made with a Quest for a Cure fabric sold, I'll donate $1 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation."

Kiwis on Etsy!

I thought it was time to feature some of the amazing etsians from New Zealand- even though the name of this blog is the Australian Etsy Blog, I think it would be nice to feature some kiwis as well. Actually I was born in NZ, so it's even more appropriate :)

Navy Merino Beanie by NaturalStar

It's funny, I've only recently started to look through the New Zealand items on etsy (I don't know why I didn't think of it before)...and I've already got my eye on so many things...especially snuggly things!

Power Pole Ring in Sterling Silver by Ashhilton

...and some very funky things.

Kokako Journal by Honeydesignbooks


Soft Rocks Knitted Silver Chain Necklace by Toggle


Pocket Protector Tee Shirt by Papercup


Bambina Vessels by Popcraft

GIANT GIVEAWAY and WishList Wednesday

Rainbow Wishes

Rainbow Bed Wrap

I've discovered that writing a PhD thesis in Sydney is cold (having recently moved back from the Gold Coast). It's also boring. So I thought I'd create a fun wish list this week, full of colourful things from RainbowRevolution. Most of all, I want the rainbow socks ;)

Rainbow Knee Hi Socks

Leanne (Ms RainbowRevolution) is a trained colour therapist and creates beautiful hand-dyed pieces 'to uplift your spirit'. You can visit her etsy store to view a range of scarves, wraps, baby wraps and sarong skirts (including some items made from delicious bamboo fabric).

Luxurious Silk Net Wrap Scarf


Green Sarong Style Wrap Skirt

For a peek behind the scenes, you can visit www.rainbowrevolution.blogspot.com and www.rainbowrevolution.com.au for more wonderful creations, and some interesting information and colour insights!

Rainbow Hemp Bag

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GIANT GIVEAWAY!!

Just a reminder to enter The Australian Etsy Blog Giant Giveaway!
Win up to Au$106 in prizes!!
A women's arty skirt from PinkLizzyFromAus, a child's appliqued top from AngelLeaDesigns and a $20US gift voucher from PleaseEloise for anything instore or a custom item.
You can enter and win all three giveaways!

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Sydney

Coffee Scrub Soap by InnerEarthSoaps

As many of you know, I have left the sunny Gold Coast, and returned to Sydney.... which to my surprise is COLD and wintery! Returning to Sydney is good and bad. I am looking forward to good coffee and yummy thai food, trips to Glebe Markets, catching up with old friends & everything else that is Sydney.

Seatbelt pouch by Interrobang

As you can see, I've been checking out etsy sellers based in Sydney. Lots of amazing things to go on my wishlist (sigh....it's a rather long wishlist). I really want one of these Seatbelt bags :( Will have to count my pennies.



Hidden Passageway Necklace by EclecticMoi


Sabrina a Tuxedo Ruffle Dress by MaisyBrownReproRetro


Silver Pansy Earrings by MetalAndStone


Floral Falls Grey- Wall Decals by VinylWallDesign

I want this whole room. This is desire is perhaps heightened slightly by the fact that I am living out of boxes at the moment, and back in my room at home that I had when I was 16 (really...PhDs aren't worth it), spending most of my time in there to keep my kitty company until we try and introduce her to my family's cat.


White Seaweed - Oxidised Silver Earrings by Thingomatic

I'm sure some cocktails in Manly tomorrow night will help put the whole 'moving/life change' thing in perspective ;) Ange's earrings will probably want to come with me...

Items from Sydney sellers found using the Handmade Detective 'Search Local' site