It's Market Time...

Spring is in the air (and a touch of summer with 34 degrees here in Adelaide today) and so it is time to come out of the old Winter hibernation mode and take part in a few markets leading up to Christmas.

First up you will find me sporting my new little Messagemark mini shop display at the Goodwood Art House Marketplace Sunday 2nd November.

Yay for sunny days, gorgeous crafting friends, lovely customers and supporting local primary schools!

Support local, see you there!

Community event about the community…

Another beautiful production to come out of the Denis Smith Photography studio. An exquisite capture for one of our beautiful customers from the Full Moon Farm Gate. Love your work Denis.

Bowerbird Bazaar March 2012

Well the dust has settled and I am nearly finished unpacking from last weekend's Bowerbird Bazaar. Denis and I had so much fun working together on his Denis Smith Photography stand. I really do enjoy sharing Denis's story and photographic technique. It is so cool to see the customer's reaction once they hear how he achieves his Ball of Light creations. So inspiring!

So, it is impossible to go to Bowerbird without collecting a few new goodies, and this time there were many new products just itching to be taken home! Denis and I treated ourselves to a couple too... hard not to really! So what did we spend our hard earned money on?

First up this simple yet gorgeous brooch from Red Revival.

Cute wee bowls by artist Georgia Gabrielle. I'm going to use these for S&P.

A cheeky present for Denis. Cufflinks by Angus & Celeste

Gretel Girl Geometric Brooch

Gretel Girl Geometric Necklace - poorly modeled by me! Photo by Gretel Girl!

 

The lovely Sass from Ask Alice Stationery gave me these cards. Smiles all round!

Another treat for Denis - A wooden iPhone cover by A Skulk of Foxes. 
(However Denis picked the one without colour but thought I would add this pic cos it looks prettier!)

I'm starting to save up now for July's event!

I've gone Cuckoo!

When the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve I went a bit Cuckoo and it still hasn't worn off! I have a feeling this crazy disposition may end any time, so while in this state of Cuckooness I am offering a whopping 50% off everything! Don't forget to use the discount code "Cuckoo" in the cart at checkout to receive your 50% saving.

Toodle-pip!

Messagemark out & about

I'm thrilled to be invited to The Breakfast Rave this coming weekend. The Rave is a spontaneous community event that pops up in various iconic Barossa locations - totally our cup of tea! I will be selling some Messagemark goodies plus some objects I've collected and crafted by hand.

I'm sure you will enjoy yourselves at this intimate pop-up event. Stop by for breaky, the best coffee and tea, cakes, plus there will be a few other stalls to browse - all ethical, local, organic and handmade products. LOVE it!

When: 8.00am - 12noon Sunday 11th Dec 
Location: Angaston Train Station
Check out some pics from the last event >


See you there,

Country Air & Cups of Tea

I just spent the last two days at Jane Place Market in the Barossa Valley. Perfect time of the year in the Barossa. The beautiful autumn colours and clean country air made it a pleasant break from our city life.

I had a couple of Dinky-Dye friends hanging out with me... Koala, Platypus, and Kookaburra. It was a fun couple of days catching up with old friends while sipping cups of tea. (Scullery Made of course!)

The Final Fun(draiser)

Well the time is drawing nearer – and it’s time for some more fun at Mardi's Final Fun(draiser)!

Mardi leaves for her trekking adventure to Nepal on 1st May, and thanks to the generosity of people, she is well on her way to achieving her goal of raising $10,000 for Plan’s GirlsFund!

Please join in the fun of the final soiree, kick up your heels, enjoy some great food & drinks, and shop till you drop on the silent auction!

100% of ticket sales and proceeds from the silent auction will be donated to Plan’s GirlsFund. Only 100 tickets are available, so please book in quick!

Plan’s GirlsFund was established to directly help identify and respond to the barriers girls face in communities.

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Light of Hope Charity Exhibition

I am so proud of my wonderful husband Denis. Less than two years ago Denis picked up a camera for the first time and since then has created what's now known as the "Ball of Light".

The Ball of Light is a photographic project created to inspire other photographers and bring hope to people. Some see the photos as spiritual, some are simply drawn into the amazing compositions, and some follow the Ball of Light as it travels to various locations.

Last night we had our first public event at the Messagemark Design Studio. It was also Denis' first solo exhibition, and I'm sure the first of many to come.

It was overwhelming with more than 60 people not only enjoying Denis' creative work, but also supporting Plan's GirlsFund. Denis donated 100% of open edition print sales, and 20% of limited edition print sales to the cause. We were thrilled to support our friend Mardi from Little Luv in her quest to raise $10,000 for the charity prior to heading to Nepal for a 2 week trek.

I have to say it again, I am so proud of Denis and what he has achieved in such a short amount of time. Thanks to all who attended last night and for showing their support. In total it looks like we raised approximately $1600!

light of hope exhibition

You are invited to LIGHT OF HOPE, a photographic exhibition and fundraising event designed to assist Mardi Zeunert's quest to raise awareness and financial support for Plan’s GirlsFund.

In May, my friend Mardi will embark on a trip of a lifetime with a group of 18 Australians, to trek through the Himalayas in Nepal and see first hand Plan’s work in the region.

Plan’s GirlsFund was established to directly help identify and respond to the barriers girls face in communities. They recognise that discrimination against girls and women is one of the main underlying causes of child poverty. Plan’s projects in health, education and microfinance ensure that girls aren’t left behind.

The exhibition LIGHT OF HOPE features the unique photographic light painting by my favourite photographer Denis Smith!  Based in Adelaide, Denis has taken traditional photography and added a new dimension with his light creations – a photographic experiment aptly named Ball of Light.

The event is taking place at the Messagemark Design Studio, so this is also your chance to see where all the Messagemark magic happens!

100% OF TICKET SALES WILL BE DONATED TO PLAN'S GIRLSFUND. DENIS WILL ALSO DONATE 100% OF MONEY RAISED FROM THE SALE OF OPEN EDITION PRINTS, AND 10% FROM THE SALE OF LIMITED EDITION PRINTS.

DATE:  Wednesday 16 March 2011 TIME:  6.30 pm – 8.30 pm
VENUE: Messagemark Studio, 11 Jetty Road, Largs Bay
TICKETS:  $15.00 includes a glass of Bundaleer Wine

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If you are based in SA, I hope you can join us on the 16th March.

Exclusive Twilight Market Offer

To celebrate summer, and to take part in the excitement at the Grange Twilight Market, we are offering exclusive market pricing on our range of Wall Art. So come along and visit us at the gorgeous Grange foreshore on the 13th and 20th February, 2011.

Medium Wall Art EXCLUSIVE MARKET PRICE
2 for $25 -or- 3 for $35

Large Wall Art EXCLUSIVE MARKET PRICE
2 for $35 -or- 3 for $50

Mix and match any of your favourite designs together from our range of prints.

Success in Copenhagen...

Our distributor Lauren from The Green Suitcase did a fantastic job of promoting Messagemark at the CPH Kids Fashion Fair in Copenhagen last weekend. Absolutely loving the card display made out of wood, with the cards pegged to string!

Lauren is now getting ready for the next trade event... Formland on 20-23rd August.

You go girl! :)