and on with the year

Okay, enough of the baby! We are all doing very well and the shop is in full swing, we have had more work delivered by current makers and even a few new people!

Above: PeepingTom | Paper gift cards

We have a gorgeous new card range 'Peeping Tom | Paper' and jewellery from 'Brooke Johnston Design' who uses vintage fabrics to fashion hook and stud earrings as well as hair pins.

Above: Brooke Johnston Earrings

The ever creative 'Mattt' has delivered us a fab new range of his shoulderbags, and with this delivery we have seen some updates, one to mention is the popular mini shoulder bags now have internal pockets (mobiles/wallets/pens).

We also have two NEW styles a travel zip pouch, perfect for those few special items for the weekend away or perhaps an everyday pencil case or make up bag...and at the other end of the scale is the oversize shoulder bag. This is big enough to carry a 15" laptop features extra internal pockets and (listen up mums) has been a very popular alternative as a nappy bag, tres chic! And to quote Matts website write up "basically if what you want to carry won't fit, you probably shouldn't be carrying it on your shoulder."

Fabrics available include locally printed 'Ink and Spindle' organic cotton and hemp canvas (top right & middle fabrics). Julie Patersons label 'Cloth' on the bottom row and the Melbourne Map which is a digital print by Michelle Mackintosh, top left. More available in store.

hello again

The shop has been receiving all sorts of deliveries in the past few weeks and we have been slighty pre occupied....we promise to be better at keeping you up to date!

Firstly here is by far the BEST delivery (sorry to our lovely stockist....yes we are biased!)

And he finally has a name, Charlie!

But back to the shop, 'Dick and Dora' have just sent us a delightful package including some old favorites and some brand new designs they have been busily making. We have some cute little timber wrens and the 'birds on a wire' brooch have made a come back and then there are the new pieces, see below.

'Hook Turn' silicone cups have been selling well and we have just got more in, perfect for that early coffee on the go!

'Shonah' has sent us some new gorgeous timber and fabric pendants as well.

And 'Mingus Designs' have dropped off some of their gorgeous linen bags as well as fabric covered button badges, below.

So pop on by and take a look!

Newest arrival !!!

If you were wondering what's with the lack of action on the blog lately, and why is the shop door shut when ever I go past?

Well the reason is justified, we have been closed this week as we have had the arrival of our first child.

We know a few friends and customers are keen to know....... so here it is, its a boy.

Although we are not well rested, we are reopening the store Saturday the 6th Feb, and will be back to regular trading hours (with some help).

See you all soon.

crazy for teapots

We are always open to deliveries made from family members, but this time it was double happiness when the boxes were opened and we found these beautiful teapots from South Australia. You all know how much we love these ceramics, as it's a range that we've had since day dot...but they seem to have also found a welcome spot in the hearts of others here in Melbourne too which is just wonderful!

This week we also received a delivery of the ever popular 'Melbourne Design Guide', perfect read to find that new little spot near you or perhaps a list of places to visit on the other side of the river..... we dare you!

Happy to report that the 'Martha Goes Green' recipe book has come back in, ready for you to whip up some summer treats, mmm.

And, finally we have just welcomed the 'Hook Turn' BYO coffee cups back in after a whirlwind sell out Christmas! Available in black, white and latte- delightful.

**hello- we're back**

Never established yourself as a good skater? Why not deck yourself out in some recycled skateboard jewellery instead?

Sorry that was terrible, what a way to start the year, super cheesy!

We have made it back from holidays and are happy to report that we have already received new stock from makers and new products into store- 2nd day people!

The work above is made from recycled skate boards, beautifully faceted to show off the layers of maple timber. Available in bracelets, necklaces, hoop and disk earrings as well as studs this time around.

and now the thank you

Almost finished another roll of string....must be time to close the doors.

We would like to send out a BIG thank you to all the lovely customers that have graced our store in the past 12 months. We have had such a great year, which we also celebrated our 2nd birthday in!

We wish you all a wonderful, safe break over Christmas and New Years Eve and look forward to seeing you all again in 2010.

The store we will be closed from 24th December and re open 12th January 2010.

kearnsie originals

We warmly welcome back into store the ever popular 'Hello' brooches, the full range is available again. Pop in and pick one up, there's one for all of us!

An apple a day keeps the dentist away- well possibly not in this case....they may just want some of these beauties for themselves! Available as Red and Golden Delicious as well as Granny smith and the black version known as the Bad Apple!

Don't forget we're OPEN Tuesday and Wednesday 10am - 6pm and Thursday 10am - mid afternoon so pop in and find some great gifts.

still on count down

Melbourne can breath a sigh of relief as all the Rewind Coffee Canister favorites are back in store including the gift packs- just in time for Christmas, hip hooray!

But here are some other products in store to think about for your loved ones.

Above: We have just received a delivery from the super ceramicist Kenji Uranishi. Based in Queensland creating beautiful, fine dishes and pourers in soft blues, yellows and greens.

Above: Mingus Designs has given us a top delivery of textiles, including some great new messenger satchels, scarfs and purses. All made in Australia using gorgeous linens, hemps and cottons.

Above: Just a taster of what we have on offer from the clever duo known as 'Klei'.

Sterling silver and porcelain Rivet Rings, Porcelain and silver necklaces and brooches are just a few of the beautiful pieces from these two.

So, no reminders about just how close you know what is now....

We just thought some great gift ideas and showing off some swell NEW products, might help those out there that haven't started shopping, and those that are after some top shelf goodies for their loved ones!

Holly Daze hand printed linen/cotton Tea towels featuring vintage inspired illustrations. Also available in library totes and other design- you'll have to pop on in to see those!

Brunswick based Scotatto offers up gorgeous leather goods, starting with purses and pencil cases and also brooches, key-rings and hair ties.

New kid on the block Ask Alice has delivered us some super new products this week. Designed and printed in Melbourne on 100% recycled paper with ink made from vegies!

"Eco loving, tree hugging stationary".

These come as refillable journals, notebooks and square sketch books which have an assortment of paper including some vintage comic book pages- what inspiration!

Klei is well known for their beautiful use of sterling silver and porcelain in their jewellery range, they do however occasionally sway and use some stainless steel and have come up with the beauties- the animal kingdom.

new bits, pieces and makers

Well as the week has been getting hotter the Christmas stock has started rolling in, heres a little sneak peek.

Textiles from a talented new maker 'Rabbit and the Duck'. We have small purses, perfect for a few cards and notes, envelope clutches, big zip pouches and A5 refillable notebooks. They all feature gorgeous natural linens and a feature panel.

A5 notebooks are perfect for filling up with ideas and drawing and then change your insert to perhaps a 2010 diary insert....perfect once you've found the ideal cover- apples, babushka dolls, little houses or perhaps you choose to have a small taste of pears.

If you've already signed up in store to receive our newsletter then you'll know that we have just had a delivery of Christmas decorations from Tasmanian duo 'Dick and Dora'. Baubles, doves and stars, what a great way to get festive!

If you're not already on our mailing list to find out about our new makers, new stock, Christmas trading hours and other fun bits drop us a line and we'll make sure we keep you in the loop!

light the way

We've had a great response regarding the 'Make Stuff' Tree lamps that were featured in The Age last weekend, so much so we've just had a new delivery of them. Pop by while the full range is in store and available.

Also this week we are happy to welcome LAB305, Melbourne makers x 7! They produce a great range of brooches, rings, studs and necklaces. We have their timber range in and already they're being pinned to shirts and wrapped as gifts. Making shapes other than birds, you could try cassette tape studs, a cup of fries brooch or a speaking bubble ring.... the choice is yours really!

live to eat

Above; yummy Granola

Above, top photo: Vegetarian pho (rice noodle soup) And Celery, Carrot & lentil Soup

Top photo: couscous, chickpea & roast vegetable salad. Bottom photo: Pesto pasta salad

We are again happily welcoming some new stockist into store. The first is a new recipe book from 3 gorgeous, local girls with a passion for food- but even better it's vegetarian! With lovely photography and illustrations the book comes in it's own little calico bag, ta-da the perfect gift.

But one thing that makes this so much fun is the use of vintage fabrics, plates and cups, it feels like you're looking at photos from past dinner parties- however with some more styling!

every bit special

We had a lovely visit from Red Cloud Design this weekend, not only to stop by and say a big 'hello' but also deliver us some goodies! Sweet little sterling silver charms turned into earrings and necklaces ready for your wearing. Some are blackened and some are made to have a pretty white/silver finish. We received some fabulous new larger pieces also, see below! Love the sailing ship pendant!

right side round

We are long time readers of the beautiful, Aussie magazine Inside Out, Five Boroughs has featured between their covers before but make no exception to showing the latest offerings in this months pages.

You can see our very own cushions, in their bursting atomic print, and the über cool Rewind Coffee canisters- yep, just like your grandma had! All available from...that address again, 345 Lygon Street, Brunswick East!

introducing.....

We've casually been waiting for the latest delivery of ceramics, we were really excited when we met Samantha earlier in the year, who is the maker behind these fabulous, pastel cups that arrived this week.

Regulars will know that we're fans of the ceramic/paper mix up that has been coming out from busy ceramicists all around, but these beauties ticked more boxes coming in an array of super, sweet pastels to choose from as well!

latest offerings

We have had a fun week receiving goodies from all different makers! Lucky us Christmas early...we have a fresh batch of the wonderful 'Rewind' coffee, including the great gift packs which include a canister of all their roasts and coco. Perfect for brightening up any kitchen.

Oh and we even received a box of goodies from 'Dani M'! Yay, this is exciting, we have a select range of water, espresso and sake cups from her and some decorative vases. Plus, some new pieces from her beautiful range of jewellery, could this girl be more talented?! Faceted studs in sterling and oxidised silver, swoon.

We have received some work from 'Shonah', gorgeous earrings made with resin, tasmanian timbers and fabrics as well as some of her fun brooches and necklaces.

And yesterday we got the latest offering from 'Milly' with a great new range of silver earrings, so pop on by and check out the recent goods.

plain, plain but different

Mattt with the 3 'Ts' delivered another batch of bags to us this week and included in the delivery are the newest creations which we have a picture of below:

These are made in the same black, weather resistant fabric but instead of featuring one of the usual fabric print designs they are plain....why you may be thinking...but LOOK at the new straps! Included in the purchase of one of these new bags is TWO coloured straps...but wait there's more...you CHOOSE which ones! You can go crazy and choose the brights, keep with Melbourne tradition and go black and grey, or perhaps keep it even with one coloured and one dark! Well you get the idea, yeah.

And we have a fatter, wider selection of the other regular bags as well, including the fabulous print of downtown Melbourne.

And, what a great gift for your dad! Remember...tomorrow!