Tuesday, November 23, 2010

BLIND FAITH FEELS GOOD

As if looking after Harry was not work enough, I blindly chose to embark on a business venture.

Traipsing off to markets every weekend at the crack of dawn; carting around tables, chairs, and a handmade display head called Fred; constantly trying to better my display, my products, my approach.

Sleepless nights sewing, sleepless days changing nappies. Too many markets. So little progress.

It is no surprise that my optimism and enthusiasm began to wane... until today!

Good luck comes in threes Рa clich̩ thought perhaps, but one that I am happy to entertain.

  1. Monkey & Mum were accepted into their first store today – The Collective Store at Wynnum

  2. Monkey & Mum were commissioned to make another jewellery piece for one lucky lady

  3. Monkey & Mum were accepted as a member of The BrisStyle Team

Thank you The Collective Store, thank you BrisStyle, and thank you lucky lady.

To all those who have supported my venture so far, thank you! I have a sneaking suspicion that this is the beginning of something special.

Tess Xx

www.monkeyandmum.etsy.com

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

WHAT?! NEW PRODUCT LINE...

The silly season draws near, and so do the markets I eagerly booked in anticipation.

As the markets rear their expectant heads, mine delves deeper into my mountain of new and up-cycled fabrics that would make the fussiest fashion connoisseur squirm with envy.

I have silks and vintage upholsteries, quirky and original cotton prints, and even some pieces of original Missoni!

So busy creating, I have barely had a chance to capture my creations.

Whilst my site may be dry of new photos, please allow me to wet your lips with these tantalising glimpses from my newest product line.

...bunting!

The perfect simple addition to brighten up a child's room or birthday party, my bunting creations are unique and very pretty. They are all hand stitched and made from natural fibres, and each one is a little piece of art - I guarantee that no one else will be hanging flags like yours! I will even be creating some pretty pieces for us mums out there.

Please come and see my new creations at one of my upcoming Monkey & Mum market stalls. For those of you who just want to stick to the jewellery, I promise there will be plenty of new jewellery pieces available too!


My next market stall is:

The Handmade Expo Market

Sat November 20th

8am – 2pm

Ipswich Turf Club


Monkey & Mum will also be visiting the Valley Laneway Markets in the next month (stay tuned for details) and The Handmade Expo again in December.

Thank you!

Tess Xx www.monkeyandmum.etsy.com