:: BrisStyle Bazaar - this Saturday::

This Saturday the Queensland Museum Whale Mall will come to life with the fabulous BrisStyle Bazaar. With over fifty stall holders offering an eclectic mix of quality handmade goodies, vintage and the always popular craft destash, this is a pre-Christmas market not to be  missed.

Image courtesy of ImageInCafe

Presented in conjunction with Undressed: 350 years of underwear in fashion the Bazaar will feature a a bra-banner stretching across the width of the mall. To create the banner Queensland Museum teamed up with Mater Chicks in Pink and BrisStyle to decorate the bras and assemble the nine meter banner all in aid of breast cancer awareness. The banner will donated to Chicks in Pink in mid-December for their permanent use.

Image courtesy of Qld Museum

When: 9am - 3pm - Saturday 22nd Nov

Where: Qld Museum Whale Mall

Cost: Free

UPDATE: chicks in pink fundraiser

Thank-you to everyone who has supported our chicks in pink fundraiser so far! To our lovely members who have offered their gorgeous handmade items for sale and to our friends and supporters who have kindly purchased these items. We couldn't have done it without you!

We thought we would give you a bit of an update on how things are going with the fundraiser so far.....

• New items are being added to the fundraiser each week so be sure to check back with the original chicks in pink post to see what's new.
• The latest items to be added to the fundraiser include this sweet Linen Reversible Visor from Sandrine Marsh and this Vintage Print Tote Bag from shelleyberelli.

• $400 worth of chicks in pink merchandise was sold at the October 8 BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child Market.

• Our resident artist, Eliza, from 'A painting a day' auctioned off a free portrait sitting at the BrisStyle Indie Mother & Child market and raised $119.60. Her gorgeous pup, Gem, also collected donations on the day. Gem was definitely a crowd pleaser!
• Our friends over at the Racecourse Road Business Group are also raising funds for chicks in pink during October.  Their scheduled World Record Attempt was cancelled on Oct 8 due to the rain but has now been re-scheduled to be bigger and better.  See the image below for all of the details.....

There's still plenty of time to get involved and help us raise much needed funds for chicks in pink.....purchase a handmade item here or get involved in the Racecourse Road World Record Attempt!

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!

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.

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