Pinwheels from Bubba Chenille at BiDM!

Miriam from Bubba Chenille has been at it again.....creating gorgeous products from her beloved chenille. Dying to try something different for her stall at the BrisStyle Indie Designer Market this weekend, Miriam has whipped up these gorgeous chenille and fabric pinwheels. While these beauties don't turn like the old fashioned ones, they would add some delicious vintage chenille colour to your bubbas bedroom or playroom. Miriam suggests teaming them with some bunting for even more colour and pizazz!


To see more of Miriam's beautiful products come along to the:

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Father's Day Gift Guide

Father's Day is just around the corner and our BrisStylettes have you covered with the very best of Brisbane's handmade specially for Dad!

Recycled timber Guitar Badge by Jetta's Nest

Hypoallergenic Men's Bracelet by Marjon Scheffer

Maxi Messenger Bag by Lemon Ink

Friedrich Nietzsche by Wicked Child Designs

Cheese board with olive groove by Flight Industries

The Manly Reversible Coffee Cup Sleeve by Tutus and Muddy Shoes

Aqua mosaic bird fridge magnet/wall art by Cairo Made That

Snack Sack - SNACK Lunch Bag eco friendly by BonTonsGifts

For more Father's Day shopping head along to the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market this Saturday 4 September, 9am-2pm at St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds, Racecourse Road, Hamilton.

Giveaway! The Kids Are All Right - Free Passes!

Thanks to Hopscotch Films BrisStyle is giving away 10 complementary in season passes to the fabulous new film The Kids Are All Right!


THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT
In Cinemas September 2, 2010

It's all about family! The most talked-about movie at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, The Kids Are All Right combines wonderful comedy with warm-hearted emotion in a vibrant and richly drawn portrait of a modern family. The Allgoods share a cozy Southern Californian home, experiencing life's typical ups and down. 18-year old daughter Joni (Australia's Mia Wasikowska) is heading off to Stanford University and starting to distance herself from her parents; 14-year-old Laser is hanging out with a deadbeat friend who constantly leads him into trouble. The only difference is, this family has two mums. Jules (Julianne Moore) and Nic (Annette Bening) have been together for years, deeply in love. When their two children decide to seek out their biological sperm donor-dad Paul (Mark Ruffalo), the household will never be the same again. Paul is a bachelor whose sudden longing for a family introduces an interesting dynamic to the not-quite-ordinary equation of the Allgoods. Funny, smart and sexy, this pitch-perfect film features brilliant performances from its acclaimed cast and The Kids Are All Right is proving to be this year's independent breakout hit.

Check out the trailer here.


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Giveaway closes 3 September.

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Designs of the Heart at BiDM!

Sarah from Designs of the Heart will be launching a new product at the upcoming BrisStyle Indie Designer Market - Pocket Mirrors! All of the Pocket Mirrors have been hand pressed and are 2.25" or 5.5cm in diameter. The image side of the mirror is protected by a sheet of mylar with the reverse side being a real glass mirror. Sarah says 'the mirrors are the perfect size to put in your pocket, purse, car or desk'. These cute little mirrors are sure to be the envy of all of your friends!

The mirrors come packaged in their own little organza bags making them the perfect little gift for a friend or as a treat for yourself.

Sarah will also have some new styles of her popular glass magnets at the markets.....these would also make a great little gift.

If you would like to see more from Designs of the Heart be sure to pop along to the:

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

DAUGHTER of James at BiDM!

Amanda from DAUGHTER of James has been working hard designing a range of new jewellery pieces for the upcoming BrisStyle Indie Designer Market. Amanda uses a mix of leather, wood and stone (and anything else that catches her eye for that matter) to create statement pieces that you will want to wear everyday, safe in the knowledge that no one else in the world will be wearing something the same!!!

If you would like to see more from DAUGHTER of James come along to the:

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Hats by Elvenhair at BiDM!

Eliza from Elvenhair has taken a new direction this year with her newest creations - hats! These will be unveiled at the September 4th BrisStyle Indie Designer Market. The new Elvenhair hat range has something for everyone, fishermen hats for men, hats for babies, newsboy and bucket hats for boys, pretty little hats for girls and beautiful sun hats with wide shady brims for ladies.

The past year has been an interesting journey for Eliza. After taking a year off to look after her friend Zoe who had a spinal injury she was raring to have a go at a new craft, and hats fitted the bill exactly. Eliza said "I could make them inside, unlike my previous wood turnings. It's easy to pick them up, do a few rows, put them down if Zoe needed me, then pick them up again. I've even had Zoe involved, and she is brilliant at making brightly coloured flowers and yo-yo flowers to decorate the hats!"

Eliza would love to see you at the upcoming.....

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

New Products from Shazzabeth at BiDM!

Shazzabeth Creations has been busy designing and creating new products to be unveiled at the September 4th BrisStyle Indie Designer Market. There are new chainmaille necklaces in the works, including a necklace in the always popular Byzantine weave as well as a necklace in a variation of Shazzabeth's own Chrysanthemum chain.

There will also be new wired pendants on show. Shazzabeth's current favourite uses both silver and gold wire and two boulder opals - very Australian!

New earrings will also be availabe. Made from handmade motifs in fine silver as well as more in gold fill and sterling silver.

Also new to the Shazzabeth range are kits catering to those who want to "make their own". Kits include a Geometric Squares Bracelet as well as hand forged ear wires in sterling silver and packets of torch balled head bins in fine silver.

If you would like to see more of the Shazzabeth Creations range then pop along to the:

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

In the Press: tutus & muddy shoes!

A coffee cup sleeve from our very own Anneliese of tutus & muddy shoes was featured in the popular Taste liftout of the Courier Mail and Sydney's Daily Telegraph. Congratulations Anneliese! Below is a photo of the article.....

.....and above is a photo of the lovely Anneliese celebrating the release of the article over coffee. If you would like to purchase your very own coffee cup sleeve you can visit the tutus & muddy shoes etsy shop or website, or meet the creator herself at the.....

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Rd, Hamilton

Oz Wildlife Studio at BiDM!

The September 4th BrisStyle Indie Designer Market will be the very first market for Lesley of Oz Wildlife Studio. In the lead up to the big day Lesley has been busy in the studio creating prints and products. She will be showcasing her range of garden guest photographs such as rainbow lorikeets, galahs and sulphur-crested cockatoos who visit frequently and allow her to get fairly close with her camera. Lesley's favourite time to photograph these delightful characters is on rainy days when their feathers are all fluffed up and they get warm and cosy with each other, huddling and bracing the wind and rain.

Oz Wildlife Studio will also be launching their brand new collection of vector illustrations which involved Lesley mastering the art of Adobe Illustrator to sketch and colour her "Australian Rainforest" creatures. These illustrations are highly detailed and brightly coloured and would appeal to children and would make gorgeous wall decorations in the nursery.

Oz Wildlife Studio are also preparing many other products ready for their market launch including key rings, fridge magnets, coasters, calendars, books marks and lots more.

To see some of the products from the Oz Wildlife Studio range be sure to visit the:

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday September 4th, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Grounds & Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Collecting Feathers at the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market

The Collecting Feathers spring collection is set to be unveiled at the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market on September 4.

Nick from Collecting Feathers has been busy making 'Nana Cushions' from her amazing vintage tea-towel collection and there's something to suit the tastes of adults and kids alike! You might even be able to grab one for Dad for Fathers Day with themes such as fishing and other nautical delights. All cushions are trimmed with lusciously kitsch fringing and pom-poms.

Make sure to also check out the Collecting Feathers range of vintage Little Golden Book bunting and vintage paper garlands, all made from vintage and pre-loved paper.

The gorgeous Collecting Feathers range is a brand new addition to the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market so make sure to come along and take home a piece of upcycled treasure!

BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday 4th September, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds

Racecourse Rd, Hamilton

Bubba Chenille Purses at BiDM

Miriam from Bubba Chenille has been sewing up a storm in preparation for the upcoming BrisStyle Indie Designer Market on the 4th September! Strip patchwork purses have been on the agenda and are a new addition to the popular Bubba Chenille range. Made from vintage chenille with vintage fabric linings these versatile little purses are sure to be a big hit. The hardest decision will be deciding what you are going to use it for.....make-up, coins, pencils???

To check out all of Bubba Chenille's awesome products drop into the BrisStyle Indie Designer Market

Saturday 4th September, 9-2pm

St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds

Racecourse Rd, Hamilton

New products from Rock Ribbons at BiDM!

Deborah from Rock Ribbons has been busy experimenting with new techniques to bring shoppers some exciting new products at the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market on 4 September!


"I've been working on a new (for me) technique called Kumihimo. The term Kumihimo in Japanese language means the gathering of threads. The literal translation of Kumihimo means the 'coming together (kumi) of threads (himo)'. This technique involves using several highly developed looms for specific types of braids.

For this collection, I have woven together 8 strands of 3mm satin ribbon. Each necklace is highlighted with a hand crafted murano glass teardrop pendant and finished with a sterling silver or gold filled magnetic clasps. Also each necklace comes with a matching bracelet to complete the look."


To check out Rock Ribbons new products in person head to the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market
Saturday 4 September, 9 am–2 pm
St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds
Racecourse Road, Hamilton

See you there!

BonTons at the BiDM

Christine from BonTons is gearing up for the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market with her fantastic personalised products!


"I'll be bringing along my Reusable Snack Bags and Stylish Lunch Bags. So many to choose from! I'll also be taking orders for all things Personalised including my Personalised Santa Bags...... for those that like to be organised for Christmas!"


Those snack bags are sure to go down a treat, the perfect stocking stuffer! Pick up some at the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market
Saturday 4 September
9am - 2pm
St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds
Racecourse Road, Hamilton

New products from REread at the BiDM!

The next installment of the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market is just around the corner and our marketeers are getting ready to rumble again with some fabulous new products!


Kicking it off is Hayley from REread with little bags made from calico and vintage fabric sourced from tea towels, curtains, Nana dresses etc. They are very small bags, perfect for fashionable little boys and girls under 4 feet high! These little cuties are also available in Hayley's Etsy shop.


Don't miss the BrisStyle Indie Designers Market
Saturday 4 September, 9am-2pm
St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds
Racecourse Road
Hamilton

Stay tuned for more news from our marketeers!

The B.I.G BrisStyle Giveaway!

The B.I.G BrisStyle Giveway is back! Hoorah!!! At the beginning of each month a group of talented BrisStylers will be hosting a giveaway on their blog and linking to it below. So hop to it.....have a browse and enter one or all of the giveaways! New giveaways will be entered into this post throughout the month of August so be sure to check back for updates and more fantastic giveaways!



Please note: only members of BrisStyle are eligible to enter their link below.

This giveaway has also been listed on Giveaway Scout: an online giveaway search engine.

New to BrisStyle!

We're so excited to announce the newest talent to join BrisStyle this week, with a wide range of products and styles there's something for everyone in these fabulous new Etsy shops!


For fun throw-ons check out the gorgeous Anna Tutu, where everything is handmade using materials handpicked from around the world.


Pretty up your day with modern and vintage jewellery from Blue Serendipity.


Head to Dash Robin Design for a collection of uniquely crafted textiles, accessories and art pieces handmade from vintage fabrics and organic yarns.


Fibre artist Robyn creates beautiful natural fibre basketry combined with fabric, thread and wire to unite mediums. Check out Robyn's shop Fibreartist44 here.


If you're crafty and you haven't visited Voodoo Rabbit on Etsy yet check them out! Kylie and Cloud specialise in fabric, buttons and sewing supplies for the dark arts and craftist.


Check out Rachael's Darling Girl shop for sweet hand-sewn earrings, necklaces, bracelets and headbands.


Chrissy Foreman C specialises in fabric infused mixed-media artworks and jewellery. Her one-of-a-kind creations are sure to be a hit!

And for more BrisStyle shops head here.