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Further to our BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market entertainment post (which you can read here) we've just received some fabulous news about the musical talents that will be on show tomorrow.  Let us begin by saying that 'your ears will be in for a treat'!

The line up includes.....

10.15am - Classical/Jazz performance by Samuel Morton
Sam is a 17 year old musician who plays for Marist College Ashgrove Big Band 1.  He majors in Classical and dabbles in Jazz. 

10.45am - Classical performance by Dennis Gibson
Dennis is also a 17 year old musician who plays for Marist College Ashgrove Symphony Orchestra.  He majors in Classical.

11.15am - Singing performance by Jess Barklimore
Jess is 17 and is a talented singer who performs regularly at St Rita’s College and at wider community events. While also a member of 6 different choirs at present, Jess is currently performing in the JAFA Bracken Ridge season of “Beauty and The Beast” in the role of “Silly Girl”.

12.30pm - St Rita’s Choir
The St Rita's Show Choir is a small auditioned choir who perform regularly at College and Community events under the direction of Miss Skye Parker.  A number of the girls performed at the Racecourse Rd Christmas Event in 2010 and are delighted to have been asked to return for the BrisStyle Indie Mother and Child Market.

1.00pm - Piano performance by Elizabeth Coomer
Elizabeth is a 17 year old pianist/singer who delights audiences of all ages.

We are sure that these talented young musicians would love your support so come along and let their performances entertain you!

Let the Fun Begin!

By now you may have picked up on the fact that we are just a little bit excited about Saturday's BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market.  Not only will it be the HOTtest destination for all things handmade for Mother & Child it will also be the perfect day out for the whole family. You've gotta love that.....

:: a painting a day ::
Our resident award winning artist Eliza Leahy from "A Painting a Day" fame will be setting up her studios in the serene courtyard area. Take away a charcoal drawing of yourself or little one or Eliza will take orders for more detailed drawings like the one below. Drawings start from as little as $10 so all the family can have their portraits done...even Nana!

:: colouring competition ::
The kids can once again visit the Colouring Competition Stand where the winners will be in the running to win a BrisStyle Gift Voucher to spend at the markets. BrisStyle designer Sam from Jetta’s Nest designed the artwork.

:: the brisstyle fairy and wowee creations ::
The gorgeous BrisStyle fairy will be back with balloons in tow and the talented wowee face painters will be onsite to create the wildest designs for all the kids.
You'll find wowee in the courtyard area at the entrance to the hall...and if you follow the ballons and bubbles you'll soon find our magical fairy.

:: brisbane brown owls crafty workshop ::
Under the large tree at the front of the markets you'll find the Brisbane Brown Owls crafting away at their little drop in zone. Market goers of all ages will be able to sit and join in with their crafty adventures and soak up each others company.

:: casey mcardle photographic studios ::
Casey McArdle Photography is a small business run primarily from Narangba on the north side of Brisbane. Casey specialises in family photography including maternity, newborn, babies and families. She will be joining us on October 8th with a very special addition to her stall - a mini photo booth ready to take FREE photographs! The images will be uploaded into a gallery on her website where you will have the opportunity to purchase digital files or photographic prints.

:: abc learning and mr bear ::
The team from ABC Learning will also be there to spread the love via their famous mascot Mr Bear. The ABC girls will be hosting crafty activities for the kids as well as giving out little show bags and helium balloons!

:: some crafty little visitors ::
Our littlest friends from Bambino Bazaar will be there with their latest handmade projects on display. So please stop by and find out what makes Brisbane's newest handmade entrepreneurs tick and how you can support them through your own creativity.

:: sausage sizzle ::
While all the Mum’s are starting their pre Christmas shopping , Dad can indulge in the best sausage sizzle this side of the river when the Australian Cattle Dog & Kelpie Club of Qld once again set up shop on the kitchen veranda. Along with the sauso's they will have their famous Devonshire Teas as well as loads of cool drinks.

:: sweet treats ::
Bel from Enticing Icing will have all her famous cupcakes, chocolate crackles, yummy biscuits as well as the latest additions to her Sweet Art range to indulge in. Of course there's a plethora of great cafe's and restaurants in Racecourse Road too, ready to serve up great food and drinks to get you through the day.

:: a world record attempt ::
The Racecourse Road Business Group will be  hosting a world record attempt to raise awareness for breast cancer. It will all take place in the grounds behind the market to create...wait for it...the largest set of pink boobs this side of the river! It's all VERY tame really as two big circles will be drawn on the ground and they are aiming at filling them with 200 balloon holding participants. Totally radical, but what a great way to promote breast cancer!

So, as we said, there is oodles to do and oodles to see so come along and enjoy a fun day out! We'd love to see you!

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday, October 8

9.00am - 2.00pm

St. Augustine's Church Hall & Grounds

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

BIG Pink Boobs!

Be a part of history in the making.....

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As mentioned in our 'chicks in pink' fundraiser post, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. To help raise much needed funds for chicks in pink, the Racecourse Road Business Group are hoping to set a new world record for the largest set of PINK BOOBS. Yep, you heard it, the largest set of pink boobs this side of the river! Through this world record attempt the Racecourse Road Business Group in conjunction with the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market and chicks in pink want to demonstrate that with a dash of determination and a litte playfulness anything is possible.

WHY: to create awareness, raise money for chicks in pink and set a world record!

WHO: Racecourse Road Business Group, BrisStyle and chicks in pink supporters

WHERE: BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market, St. Augustine's Church Grounds, Racecourse Road, Hamilton

WHEN: Saturday, 8th October. 11.00am sign in, 12.00noon photo/video shoot

WEAR: PINK or white (everyone will be given a pink balloon)

WISH: gold coin donation

So come along and have a bit of fun whilst raising awareness and much needed funds for chicks in pink!

Brisbane Brown Owls at the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Do you like crafting? Do you like chatting? Would you like to meet like-minded crafty peeps?

Then look no further! We're very excited to announce that the Brisbane Brown Owls group will be crafting away at the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market this weekend!

Brown Owls is a craft group originally created by Pip of Meet Me at Mike's fame in Melbourne. The Brisbane group has been crafting up a storm for the last 3 years, meeting once a month to create, chat and learn new crafty techniques. 

Brown Owls will have their own marquee and tables set up at the market combining crafting and chatting with yummy handmade shopping!

Date: Saturday 8 October

Time: 9am-2pm (drop in any time you can make it, Brown Owls will be there all day)

Venue: St Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds, Racecourse Road, Hamilton.

BYO CRAFT! 

There won't be a craft along project for this special Brown Owls meet up but the Owls will be on hand to answer any of your crafty questions so feel free to bring along your embroidery, knitting, crochet, hand sewing, macrame or anything else you've been working on lately. We'll have the usual Brown Owls stash of extra yarn, fabric, thread, hooks and hoops available on the day. Anyone and everyone is welcome to pop in to the Brown Owls marquee, rest your shoppers feet and craft the day away.

Tea and coffee can be purchased on the day from the local cafes on Racecourse Road. Feel free to show off your baking skills by bringing a plate for morning tea :)

If you would like further information about Brown Owls including how to join email Rebecca and Sam at brisbanebrownowls@gmail.com. It's free! You can check out our Facebook page here too!

chicks in pink: the thinking chicks charity

Many of you may be aware that October is national breast cancer awareness month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer amongst Australian women so throughout the month of October we would like to offer our assitance to help raise much needed funds for chicks in pink!

For those of you who are not familiar with 'chicks in pink' they are a charity organisation which aims to raise funds which have a positive, significant and real impact on people who are affected by breast cancer.  Their funds also contribue to the better understanding and treatement of breast cancer through medical research.  Today, chicks in pink supports Mater Private Hospital Brisbane, Mater Private Hospital Redland, Mater Adult Hospital and Mater Medical Research Institute. Pop over to the chicks in pink website to read more about how they are making a difference. You will be amazed!

So, how can you help we hear you ask? By shopping of course.....

Our wonderful members have kindly donated some of their crafty wares for sale.  A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to chicks in pink. So, grab a cuppa, start browsing and help us raise much needed funds for chicks in pink.....

100% Donation - Gelati Lush Pink Paper Garland by 3 GIRLS + a goat

20% Donation - Vintage 60s Paisley Park Hot Pink Cotton Dress from ruby red studios
ruby red studios will also donate 10% to chicks in pink from every item sold in October!

100% Donation - Crochet Rosette Brooch by Ruby 2 Go Go
Ruby 2 Go Go will also donate 10% to chicks in pink from every item sold in October!

100% Donation - Lavender Sachet Christmas Tree Decoration by edward & lilly

100% Donation - Embroidered Brooch by edward & lilly

100% Donation - Tissue Holder with Embroidered Daschund by edward & lilly

50% Donation - Clutch Purse by alipink

50% Donation - Pink Champagne Resin Bangles by whizzbangle

100% Donation - Patchwork Doily Pincushion by moose & bird

100% Donation - Pink, Patch, Puff Adult Apron by wimcee

100% Donation - Japanese Print Padded Jewellery Wrap by shelleyberelli

25% Donation - Marguerite Rose Fascinator by fascinique

25% Donation - Pretty In Pink Fascinator by fascinique

25% Donation - Pink Sarami Scarf x 2 by fascinique

50% Donation - Babushka Zipper Pouch by liddle apples

50% Donation - Cupcake Button Earrings by liddle apples

50% Donation - Brooch by Renee's Artwork
50% from every brooch sold will be donated to chicks in pink during October

100% Donation - To Do List by flightindustries

50% Donation - Pink Linen Reversible Visor by Sandrine Marsh

50% Donation - Pink Linen Reversible Visor by Sandrine Marsh

100% Donation - Vintage Print Tote Bag by shelleyberelli

50% Donation - Single Pearl Necklace and Earrings Set by RBJohnson

50% Donation - Beach Day Flip Flop Sandal Earrings by RBJohnson

To view the details of the above products click on the link below each image or simply search 'brisstyle chicks in pink' on Etsy!

If you're looking for other ways to help raise funds for chicks in pink you may be interested in a number of events happening along Racecourse Road, the home of our Indie Designer, Mother & Child and Eco Markets during October.  Racecourse Road is turning pink with Vagelis Cafe Bar, The Lido Cafe Restaurant and Baguette Bistro + Bar all hosting events to help raise much needed funds. You can find all of the details over on the chicks in pink website.

Introducing.....Casey McArdle Photography

Over the next few weeks we will be introducing you to some of the external stallholders who will be bringing their artistic flair to the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market on Saturday, October 8th. First up is Casey McArdle Photography.....

Casey McArdle Photography is a small business run primarily from Narangba on the north side of Brisbane. Casey specialises in family photography including maternity, newborn, babies and families. She will be joining us on October 8th with a very special addition to her stall - a mini photo booth ready to take FREE photographs of your children! The images will be uploaded into a gallery on her website where you will have the opportunity to purchase digital files or photographic prints.

Casey would love to extend a very special offer to the BrisStyle market goers - not only is she offering $300 sessions which include a 1-2 hour photoshoot; disk of 15 high resolution images; and three mini 5 x 7 calendars for 2012, she will also throw in a complimentary 4 x 6 Christmas card design for you to send to all of your friends!

Please visit her website here and don't forget to say hi over on facebook too!

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday, October 8

9.00am - 2.00pm

St. Augustine's Church Hall & Grounds

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Crafty D.I.Y

With the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market nearly upon us we thought we would dedicate the next few Crafty D.I.Y posts to all the little people out there! This week we're loving the idea of creating fantasy shops, the perfect way to nurture a creative imagination.

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This Fantasy Flower Shop tutorial is from the FamilyFun website over here!

We can imagine a whole row of these little fantasy shops, a green grocer, a post office, a hardware store.....Let your imagination run wild!

Happy weekend crafty peeps!

BrisStyle Colouring Competition

There's only 17 more sleeps until the much anticipated BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market hits Hamilton! We're counting down the days, can you tell? We will once again be running a fan-tabulous Colouring Competition on the day for all the junior artists out there!  The only difference this year is that you can download the colouring sheet ahead of time and bring your completed work of art along on the day!

Colouring Sheet Designed and Drawn by Sam from Jetta's Nest

:: How to Enter ::

Download the colouring sheet from here, colour it in, fill in all the important details and bring it along to the colouring space at the Oct 8 BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market. Alternatively, you can come along on the day and colour it in at our dedicated colouring space!

:: Prizes ::

There are 3 age categories for the competition. 1-4 years, 5-8 years and 9-12 years. There will be 1 winner from each age category. Each winner will receive a $20 BrisStyle gift voucher to spend at one of our BrisStyle markets! Yay!

Good Luck & Happy Colouring!

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday, October 8

9.00am - 2.00pm

St. Augustine's Church Hall and Grounds

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Bubba Chenille at BiMC!

The BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market is on tomorrow and we just can't wait to check out all of the great handmade products that will be on offer. Miriam, from Bubba Chenille has been working on a new product for all the Mum's out there.....gorgeous coin purses made from, you guessed it, chenille. Aren't they just the sweetest things?

If you would like to treat yourself to a little bit of Bubba Chenille goodness come along to the:

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday October 9th, 9-2pm

St. Augustine's Church Grounds & Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Forever Inspired by Liv 'Pinking' it up at BiMC!

The beautiful jewellery designs from Forever Inspired by Liv will be on showcase at this weekend's BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market.

In support of the Mater Hospital's "Chicks in Pink" Charity, Forever Inspired by Liv has been making up a storm with pink in mind. Along with her popular 'Fingerprint Jewellery Collection', Liv will also have an eclectic array of 'Inspirational Jewellery' on display. Liv has drawn from the strength that women have in their journey in life to design these pieces of jewellery.

There is a style to suit everyone and to show her support to "Chicks in Pink", Forever Inspired by Liv will donate 10% from the sales of her 'Inspirational Jewellery' made at the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market this Saturday.

To see the complete range of Forever Inspired by Liv Jewellery and support the "Chicks in Pink" Charity come and visit the:

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday October 9th, 9-2pm

St. Augustine's Church Grounds & Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Spoil & Indulge at BiMC!

Come along to the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market this Saturday and treat yourself to some gorgeous products from Spoil & Indulge. Spoil & Indulge was born in 2008. Sue, the creator of Spoil & Indulge products always had a love of aromatic and scented candles and decided to have a go at making her own. On her journey, she discovered the advantages and disadvantages of different wax types and eventually settled on an environmentally friendly wax that was good for us and good for the environment. Sue now uses Soy Wax in all her candles and wax products. All Spoil & Indulge candles are highly scented but Sue will do special orders to meet customer needs.

After mastering the art of candle making, Sue noticed a gap in the market for natural soap and body products at affordable prices. Spoil & Indulge now has over 30 different types of soap with the most popular being their Goatsmilk Soap. The Body & Bath product range now includes salts, sherbets and lip balms. In the coming months they will be adding bubble baths and gels.

In support of 'National Breast Cancer Awareness Month' and 'Chicks in Pink', Spoil & Indulge have created a limited edition Soy Wax Melt in the symbol of the Pink Ribbon. $1 from each of the Ribbon melts will be dontated to Chicks in Pink.

These will be available at the:

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday October 9th, 9-2pm

St. Augustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Good Times Galore at BiMC!

This weekend the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market will be pretty in pink in support of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Come along and enjoy all the handmade goodies, food and entertainment you have come to know and love. There is something for everyone and plenty of good times to be had!

The BrisStyle fairy will be back with balloons in tow.....

The talented Wowee Face Painters will be onsite to create the wildest designs for all the kids and grown-ups too.....

You can have a go at the BrisStyle Indie Colouring Competition next to the BrisStyle Promo stand where the winner will receive a gift voucher to spend at any upcoming BrisStyle market.....

Oz Wildlife Studio is also hosting an awesome colouring in comp with prizes coming from the great array of Lesley's intriguing studio accessories.....

Gorgeous childrenswear designer Robyn from Hot Fudge will be giving away her famous "fudge" with all purchases of her delightful range for girls and boys.....

If it's a story you're after, make sure you visit Eliza and Zoe from Galozels who will be hosting readings of their new children's books throughout the day......

Bel from Enticing Icing will have all her favourite sweet treats on hand for a well deserved sugar fix.....

And last but not least, St Augustine's will be hosting a traditional sausage sizzle and there will be great coffee onsite from local vendor Matt from Xpresso Coffee. There are a also a myriad of fantastic cafes and resturants that surround the market in the Racecourse Rd Precint so be sure to stop in and make a day of it.

There are so many good times to be had....so grab your friends and family and come along to Brisbane's HOttest destination for everything handmade for Mother and Child.

BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market

Saturday October 9th, 9-2pm

St. Agustine's Church Grounds and Hall

Racecourse Road, Hamilton