Fairy Floss Markets

Important Announcement - Geelong Market Cancellation

2011-12-12T17:12:00.003+11:00

Geelong Market Cancelled - Sunday 18th December

Please be advised that this coming Sunday's Market in Geelong has been cancelled. Dates for 2012 will be released by end of this week. We apologise for this inconvenience and please email info@fairyflossmarkets.com.au if you have any questions.

*Stallholders please check your emails regarding cancellation*

1st Birthday Market Sponsor - ASG

2011-10-18T14:22:00.003+11:00

Australian Scholarships Group – Realising Education Dreams

Education is one of the greatest gifts a parent can give their child.

At the Australian Scholarships Group, we offer a proven and proactive way to ensure the education dreams you have for your children can be nurtured and funded.

Winner of Education Scholarship Prize drawn at our 1st Birthday Market to be announced shortly.

www.asg.com.au

1st Birthday Market Sponsor - Uberkate

2011-10-18T14:04:00.012+11:00

About Uberkate

Uberkate is… the spirit of relationships… connecting families, friends and loved ones through personalised handmade jewellery.

The company was founded in 2004 by designer Kate Sutton, who wanted to create unique, personalised jewellery.

Uberkate was launched with Sutton’s signature piece the Ubercircle, which symbolises the endless flow of love between those people whose names are stamped in the precious metals.

Today Uberkate has expanded into the American and United Kingdom markets with its range of personalised jewellery for women, men, children and babies attracting a cult following around the world.

All Uberkate pieces are handcrafted and are made using only the finest precious metals in the Uberkate design studio in Sydney, Australia.

Uberkate is available online at www.uberkate.com.au or through selected retailers across Australia.

About Kate Sutton

A love of jewellery design, inspired Kate Sutton to turn her dream into a reality by establishing Uberkate, a jewellery design studio, based in Sydney, Australia.

Originally a television producer, Sutton realised her talents lay with jewellery design when she created her signature piece "The Ubercircle" to keep her family close to her heart while she was traveling.

The striking Ubercircles did not go unnoticed and Kate soon found she was busy creating jewellery for friends who admired her work.

In 2004 she launched her company, Uberkate, when demand for her signature piece, the Ubercircle, swelled into a niche market. Since then, Uberkate has developed organically from Sutton’s sustained passion for jewellery design, a constant in her life since she began fashioning bracelets and necklaces as a child.

Sutton’s work has since attracted a cult following and her designs are regularly worn by Australian media personalities including Monique Wright, Georgie Gardner, Sarah Murdoch, Jessica Rich, Joanna Townsend, Rebecca Harris, Leila McKinnon, Natalie Barr and Melissa Doyle.

Kate's philosophy is founded on connecting people and her personalised made-to order designs are born out of her own desire to wear jewellery ‘that means something’.

Kate is 36 and lives in Sydney with her husband Adam, seven year-old daughter Lulu and two year old son Cameron.

www.uberkate.com.au

For media inquiries or product samples, please contact Emma Garland
0411 014 767 or emmag@uberkate.com.au

Thursday's Hidden Treasures

2011-08-11T20:45:00.004+10:00

11th August 2011

1. Top Left - Taffy’s Picnic 2. Top Right - Miss Bella Blooms3. Middle Left - Appleberry Kids 4. Middle Right - Amity Invites5. Bottom Left - Grumpy Heflumpy 6. Bottom Right - Pettiskirt Princess

Flossy of the Week - Ellani Babette Boutique

2011-08-08T23:26:00.014+10:00

Monday 8th August 2011

Elaine Pretty from Ellani Babette Boutique

Elaine Pretty

Tell us a bit about you: I am a senior citizen with a passion and flair for design and making trendy, comfortable, easy care children’s clothing, that are different to what is available in retail outlets. I describe my designs as classics with a twistI have two married sons, 2 lovely daughters in law, and 5 gorgeous grandchildren whom I adore.Widowed in 1994 after 34 years of blissful marriage, had to get used to my new life without my beloved Peter, which I found to be very difficult at first, so I remained actively in work until age 68.
I have sewn from an early age, I think at 10 I was making some of my own clothes, and continued throughout my life, making my own Wedding gown, and then making clothes for my children, and now of course my grandchildren. I am now passing on these skills to 3 of my granddaughters, aged 6 to 11, and they are already making some of their clothes.
Over the years I have made at least 60 wedding dresses, and wedding party gowns, including mother of the bride and groom. I was fortunate to have a wide circle of friends, who had daughters, and I was asked to make their gowns and also those of their friends.
I just love to be creative whether it’s sewing, knitting, embroidering, hand painting my designs, making porcelain dolls or re-born dolls and dressing them.
I have worked most of my life as a Music teacher, firstly for Yamaha Music Foundation and then later with the Education Dept., and loved every minute of it. I just love to be around children.
I enjoy life and am thankful each day for my health and hope to be long lived.

Tell us a bit about your business: I commenced my business last August after realising that retirement was becoming boring, travel well, can only do so much of that, just needed to keep my mind active and what better way than a new business venture.

What inspired you to start your business: My family and friends to use my skills in creating my range of quality one offs of my designs.

What are the biggest obstacles you face with your business: Lack of finance does present itself as a real problem when launching a new business, focus and dedication are paramount.

What do you love most about your business: The happy look on a child’s face or the delighted look on a parent when they see my clothing.

What is your favourite product in your range and why: Would have to be my hand painted denim clothing, and my navy polka dot poodle swing dress.

Where do you see your business in 10 years time: I would see my business as very successful and one of my grand-daughters involved.

Finish these sentences...

I love it when: a child wears one of my creations.

I love to watch: the delighted look on a child’s face when deciding on one of my garments.

I love to listen to: feedback on my clothing, and music whilst sewing, pops, classical voices etc.

My favourite food is: would have to be Lamb Roast and Tiramasu.

If I could be anywhere right now I’d be: at one of Fairy Floss Market venues. They are the best!!

I can’t live without: my wonderful family!

My favourite saying is: Life is short, make the most of every day, and make it count.

Find Ellani Babette Boutique on FACEBOOK

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2011-07-05T18:39:00.003+10:00

5th July 2011

1. Top Left - Miss Ruby May 2. Top Right - Lil Things3. Middle Left - I Must Have That 4. Middle Right - Glitzee 5. Bottom Left - Airoart 6. Bottom Right - Little Willow Designs

Flossy of the Week

2011-07-04T21:42:00.006+10:00

Intoducing this week's 'Flossy of the Week' Jo Airo-Farulla from Airoart.

Make sure you head over and read all about Jo and her business HERE

Until next time..

Love, Laugh & Enjoy Life

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2011-05-31T18:34:00.024+10:00

31st May 2011

1. Top Left - Whimzi 2. Top Right - Miss Bella Blooms3. Middle Left - Appleberry Kids 4. Middle Right - Amity Invites5. Bottom Left - Fuzzy Creations 6. Bottom Right - Life is like a Blanket

Flossy of the Week

2011-05-02T20:05:00.005+10:00

Intoducing this week's 'Flossy of the Week' Amy Grant from WeePantz.

Make sure you head over and read all about Amy and her business HERE

Until next time..

Love, Laugh & Enjoy Life

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2011-03-22T21:24:00.002+11:00

22nd March 2011

1. Top Left - retrobub 2. Top Right - Coco by Miss Jane3. Middle Left - Appleberry Kids 4. Middle Right - piggywinkles 5. Bottom Left - Fuzzy Creations 6. Bottom Right - One Heart Two Homes

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2011-02-15T20:32:00.005+11:00

15th February 2011

1. Top Left - Bliss Clips 2. Top Right - Lil Things3. Middle Left - Petite Marguerite 4. Middle Right - Glitzee 5. Bottom Left - Amity invites 6. Bottom Right - Miss Bella Blooms

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-12-07T21:45:00.003+11:00

7th December 2010

1. Top Left - Ooakly 2. Top Right - The Spotted Butterfly3. Middle Left - Appleberry Kids 4. Middle Right - Bliss Clips 5. Bottom Left - Weepantz 6. Bottom Right - LimeDaisy Design

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-11-30T10:05:00.002+11:00

30th November 2010

1. Top Left - Piggywinkles 2. Top Right - Red Mango Design3. Middle Left - BabyGalah 4. Middle Right - Glitzee 5. Bottom Left - Amity invites 6. Bottom Right - Meow Design

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-11-08T22:17:00.003+11:00

9th November 2010

1. Top Left - Ooakly 2. Top Right - lil things3. Middle Left - handmadebyMISSY 4. Middle Right - Bliss Clips 5. Bottom Left - Stella & Alice 6. Bottom Right - The Little Card Boutique

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-10-19T20:32:00.000+11:00

19th October 2010

1. Top Left - Piggywinkles 2. Top Right - Red Mango Design3. Middle Left - Appleberry Kids 4. Middle Right - Glitzee 5. Bottom Left - Amity invites 6. Bottom Right - Little Lady Bug

COMPETITION WINNER

2010-10-02T22:40:00.004+10:00

I would like to announce the winner of the compeition as generated by random.org is Patricia (Tricia) Wilson who was the 3rd person to enter the competition. Congratulations Tricia, we look forward to giving you your prize tomorrow!

Until next time..

Love, Laugh & Enjoy Life

Flossy Sponsor Introduction

2010-10-02T14:01:00.002+10:00

Bedros Designs

Bedros Designs specialises in unique modern handmade children's accessories, but with a vintage twist.

Each item is created in their home studio where it has been cut, sewn, embroidered, glued or crocheted with love to outlast fashion trends.

They are keen to showcase their new range at launch of Fairy Floss Markets and they look forward in seeing you there.

www.madeit.com.au/bedrosdesigns

Flossy Sponsor Introduction

2010-09-30T22:55:00.004+10:00

Amity Invites

Amity Invites is an award-winning stationery business with over 220 invitations on our website and our recently launch gorgeous packet range.

With cute characters and gorgeous illustrations that your children will love, our designs will help set the theme for your next celebration and will have your kids excited about their party.

www.amityinvites.com.au

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-09-28T21:28:00.002+10:00

28th September 2010

1. Top Left - Bliss Clips 2. Top Right - The Little Card Boutique3. Middle Left - Bedros Designs 4. Middle Right - Missy Minzy
5. Bottom Left - Gromarts 6. Bottom Right - Meow Design

Flossy Sponsor Introduction

2010-09-26T13:23:00.006+10:00

Red Mango Design

Red Mango Design is a photography and design studio.

From bumps and beyond they can capture your family with vibrant, natural photography that will delight you for years to come.

They also custom design invitations and cards as well as illustrated wall art to brighten up any child’s room.

www.redmangodesign.com

NEW COMPETITION

2010-09-23T11:37:00.008+10:00

ENTRIES OPEN THURSDAY 23rd SEPTEMBER 12PM

Would you like to win a prize pack valued at $1500?

Well here's how to do it!

You simply need to answer this question.

What 4 businesses are featured on the Fairy Floss Markets Banner situated on the wall at Manningham Function Centre?

You will find the answer by viewing the photo in the competition album on Facebook* (photo will be available from 12pm Friday).

To recieve additional entries to win the $1500 Prize Pack you just need to tell your friends about competition and get them to enter including your name on their entry. You will recieve one additional entry for each referral.

To submit your entry please email info@fairyflossmarkets.com.au with your list of 4 businesses featured on the banner, your name, contact number and who referred you to competition.

*To be eligible to enter you must be a LIKER of Fairy Floss Market's Facebook Page.

Prize Pack Includes:

Amity Invites (Invitations), Appleberry Kids (Little Sister Tote), Ave (Framed Original Illustration), Babygalah (Voucher), Cloth for Comfort (Exploratory Bag), Fairy Floss Markets (Voucher), Funky Monkey Creations (Wooden Motif), Fuzzy Creatures (2 x Puppet Sets), Glitzee (Gift Pack), Leaf Paper for Life (Story Starter Set), Lime Daisy (Breast Pads), Little Chick Designz (Towel or Scripted Name Word), Little Lady Bug (2 x Button Hair Ties), Little Lee (Voucher), Little Puddles (Earring, Hairclip & Brooch), Made by Becky (Voucher), Maple Gallery (Sitting and Portraits Package), Maternity & Baby Boutique (Voucher), Meow Designs (Photo Board), Miss Bella Blooms (Clip Holder), Miss Ruby May (Dandmade Doll), Mushroom & Me (Beanie), My Little Bookcase (Button Bookmark), Ooakly (Wall Art), Overall Being (Voucher), Piggywinkles (Cushion), PurpleX (12"x12" Canvas), Retro Ragamuffins (12cm Personalised Name Plaque), Stella & Alice (Hair Clip), Wall Effect (Wall Decal), Windsor Deli (Jams, Chutneys. Pickles), WRAP (Kids Card Pack), Zen (2 x Bracelets).

*Subject to change

Rules & Regulations

Entries Open – 9pm Thursday 23rd September 2010
Entries Close – 9pm Friday 1st October 2010

Correct answers will then go into the draw to win prize pack.

Winner will be drawn and announced Saturday 2nd October via Blog & Facebook and notification will be sent to winner via email

Prize will be available for collection on Sunday 3rd October at Launch Market in Doncaster

Little Eats Competition

2010-09-17T14:16:00.006+10:00

The winner of the Little Eats Competition is Karen Mill.

Congratulations Karen you have won a $50 Fairy Floss Markets Gift Voucher to spend at our Launch Market on 3rd October.

Until next time..

Love, Laugh & Enjoy Life

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-09-15T21:32:00.006+10:00

14th September 2010

1. Top Left - W.R.A.P - Wrappings, Ribbons & Paper 2. Top Right - Red Mango Design3. Middle Left - Appleberry Kids 4. Middle Right - Glitzee 5. Bottom Left - Amity invites 6. Bottom Right - Squirts Childrenswear & Accessories

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-09-08T12:02:00.003+10:00

7th September 2010

1. Top Left - Bliss Clips 2. Top Right - Retro Ragamuffins3. Middle Left - Bedros Designs 4. Middle Right - The Little Card Boutique5. Bottom Left - LimeDaisy Design 6. Bottom Right - Little Lee

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-08-31T17:15:00.003+10:00

31st August 2010

1. Top Left - Appleberry Kids 2. Top Right - Red Mango Design3. Middle Left - Little Lady Bug 4. Middle Right - Meow Design5. Bottom Left - Miss Bella Blooms 6. Bottom Right - Amity Invites

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-08-24T01:48:00.007+10:00

24th August 2010

1. Top Left - Maple Gallery 2. Top Right - Bliss Clips3. Middle Left - Piggywinkles 4.Middle Right - MilknHoney5. Bottom Left - Little Lee 6. Bottom Right - Boystrous

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-08-11T09:04:00.002+10:00

10th August 2010

1. Top Left - Stella & Alice 2. Top Right - Narelle3. Middle Left - Kids Rooms 4.Middle Right - Handmade by Missy5. Bottom Left - Gromarts 6. Bottom Right - Appleberry Kids

Tuesday's Hidden Treasures

2010-08-03T13:06:00.021+10:00

3rd August 2010

1. Top Left - ChikkieMoo Designs 2. Top Right - Park Eden 3. Middle Left - Boutique Bambini 4.Middle Right - Meow Design5. Bottom Left - Atomic Butterfly Designs 6. Bottom Right - Miss Melly

Fairy Floss Competition

2010-07-30T16:10:00.009+10:00

Hello & Welcome to Fairy Floss Markets..

The preparations for our LAUNCH Market are in full swing and there are so many gorgeous applications coming through I can just tell its going to be an amazing day for all!

I thought to celebrate the launch of our Blog we would have a COMPETITION.

We want as many people as possible to know about Fairy Floss Markets so the competition is simple.

When we reach 500 likers I will randomly select a winner to receive $25 Market Dollars to spend on day.

What do you think?

Start spreading the word and use the 'Suggest to Friends' tab under the logo on our Facebook Fanpage.

Invite everyone you know to come along and enjoy a day filled with divine products, yummy cupcakes, gorgeous coffee and so much more!

Until next time..

Love, Laugh & Enjoy Life