WHAT IS BEHIND THE SHEET + other interesting stuff too

Hi Everyone

Ok, so it is all happening in Handmade Heaven.....

Ok, so if all goes to plan, the expansion of Handmade Heaven and the amazing and super exciting opening of the Di-Licious Cupcake PARLOUR will take place next week. We were aiming for Tuesday, not sure about that, but it will be next week. I PROMISE.






I am also excited that Kim from Cuggles is working in the shop Saturday and Sunday, so I thought I might try and get as many posts done before then cause I know that I am going to have withdrawals.

Now, Monday is closed for the Bloggette party which is happening out at LAIDLEY and then on Tuesday, will see Kim back in the shop...Don't forget that NEXT Monday we will be open...and this will continue on and on and on..

I thought I would also do a little mention about xmas. I will be closed from Xmas Day and will re open back on Monday 11th Jan...

So, thats all from me...Catchya back in blogland on Wednesday (maybe before if I can sneak one in)!!!

Kisses
Liesa
xoxo

NOMINATED for KREATIV BLOGGER AWARD

Hi Everyone

OMG...I have been lucky enough to be nominated for the Kreativ Blogger award.... Thanks heaps to:

Christine from Little Diva. Please feel free to head over to her blog for a looky.



Now this is what I'm required to do:

1. Copy picture and post on your blog - DONE

2. Thank the person who gave it to you and link to their blog - DONE

3. Write 7 things about yourself we don't know - DONE

ONE - Some of you may not know that I am a twin...Micky is my twin sister
TWO - We just bought a house in Laidley and move on the 18th December
THREE - We were army brats
FOUR - I used to managed a nightclub in Gympie
FIVE - I always wanted to be a police officer...even studied the Diploma of Justice
SIX - BEEN HAPPILY MARRIED FOR 5 YEARS
SEVEN - I HAVE MY BIG 30th Birthday next year...

4. Choose 7 other bloggers to pass the award to and - DONE

5. Link to those 7 other bloggers - DONE. Here are my picks:

Gemma Joy
Curly Pops
Melbourne Epicure
Finki
Kellie Chrisite
Little Eve
Cuggles Creations

Please feel free to head over to these blogs, follow them and be inspired like I am when I read them.

Kisses
Liesa
xoxo

NEW HANDMADIE - DESIGNS BY RONDELLE

Hi Everyone.

Now, Rondelle is not really a new HANDMADIE...Rondelle has had her beautiful cards in Handmade Heaven before....and now she is BACK after getting her creative juices flowing:

From brooches to magnets, from money tins to cards...looking very vintage....
Awesome stocking fillers:

CHECK THEM OUT:



From
Liesa
xoxo

ps...Dont forget Peeps...if you see something that you would love and can't make it in, please scoot me an email

RESTOCKED - CUTE AS BUTTONS

Hi Everyone.

I am super excited to announce that Cute as Buttons have restocked. Loving the xmas singlets/shirts.
I think that every little boy and little girl should wear a xmas outfit the week leading up until xmas...I know that Cooper will be!!! LOL.

Now, I can't forget to mention the wonderful towel/washer/handtowel/bib sets....oh and the other singlets/shirts that are not xmas themed.

CHECK THEM OUT:






Now, I know, from experience that these will not last long.

From
Liesa
xoxo

ps..If you see something you love and you can't quite make it into HANDMADE HEAVEN...we have PAYPAL..email me first though.

OPEN ALL WEEKEND

Hi Everyone

Ok, so Handmade Heaven will be open:

Saturday from 9am - 2pm
AND
Sunday from 10am-2pm

So, come on down and start or finish your xmas shopping...Come and check out the NEW XMAS CORNER...You are bound to find that stocking filler or secret santa gift here..

From
Liesa
xoxo

JJ MONKEY - ADOPTED #294

Hi Everyone

I could not help myself and had to adpot a JJ Monkey.
Now...this one is not for me, it is for my Hubby Mitch. Lucky he doesnt read my blogs...LOL.

Check him out:



From
Liesa
ps..there are many JJ Monkeys to adopt...let me know if you see one that you like...

NEW HANDMADIE - DENIM BY DEBORAH

Hi Everyone

Now, I am super excited to introduce you to Deb from Denim by Deborah.
I, personally am a massive fan and have one of her handbags which, if you have seen it, i keep adding things too. Everywhere I go, people always ask me where I got it...Now, I can confindently say that they can get one in Handmade Heaven.

Deb specialises in the most amazing and unique denim handbags...

Check them out:





Don't miss out on one of these amazing bags.
QUICK QUICK QUICK.


From
Liesa
xoxo

ps..if you see one that you love and you can't make it into handmade heaven, we have PAYPAL...please email me first though for postage details.

WANTED!!!!

Hi Everyone

Ok, so I put it out there a couple of weeks ago about the expansion of Handmade Heaven.

So, everything is falling into place and I am now in a position to call for HANDMADIES who specialise in HANDMADE ADULTS CLOTHING...

Is this something that you do? Would you like a retail outlet to sell and promote you and your clothing?

I would love to have you on board....please email me at handmadeheaven@optusnet.com.au with some photos and a few details about yourself.

Now, this calling goes out to locals (queenslanders) and also interstaters...don't be shy, email me now for further details.

If this calling does not suit you and you do know someone who specialises in this style of HANDMADE, please pass on this post.

Thanks heaps
From

Liesa
xoxo

FINKI

Hi Everyone

I just wanted to share this nice little post with you...together with some photos.

I have made a friend through blogging. BLOGGING IS THE BEST...I have met so many amazing people through this social networking. One lady in particular who gets a special mention.

JAY FROM FINKI.




I have known Jay from BLOGLAND for approx 6 months and was one of the first Interstaters who put her trust in me to sell and look after her handmade goodies...which I must say that Queenslanders are certainly embracing.
Jay is from Melbourne and was up on the weekend. Her sister, Amanda lives on the other side of Brisbane and they both shared a stall at The Handmade Expo on Saturday. Monday came and Jay and Amanda came into Handmade Heaven for a one on one shopping experience. It is always nice to put a face to a name and I realise that it is not always possible, but I tell you what, when it happens, it is pretty damn special...

Thanks for tuning in....

From
Liesa
xoxo

JJ MONKEY - ADOPTED

Hi Everyone....

I have new segment on my blog which has the title JJ MONKEY - ADOPTED

JJ Monkey's can be adopted out to you..They are all different and have their own personality.

The first JJ Monkey to go was #425 to BELINDA....



Come in and grab YOUR very own JJ Monkey today.

From
Liesa
xoxo

LOOK WHAT ARRIVED TODAY

Hi Everyone

Look what arrived today...Loving Lip Mag



Happy reading for me....even though I haven't even looked at my wonderful Peppermint Mag

From
Liesa
xoxo

HANDMADE HEAVEN XMAS CORNER :)

Hi Everyone.

Well, I have decided to get into the xmas spirit and do a Handmade Heaven xmas corner. Now, this was not my idea...this was Mum's idea and Lisa from Cute as Buttons was also here to get the ball rolling.

CHECK IT OUT:








I have also stocked an old suitcase FULL of stocking fillers for $10 and under...
We also have a small range of xmas cakes as well...

Thanks for tuning in,

From
Liesa
xoxo

The Handmade Expo - ANOTHER FAB MARKET

Hi Everyone.

Well, the day started on a high with The Handmade Expo being mentioned 3 times in the Queensland Times. We were # 3 on the 10 things to do this weekend, an SMS to the editor appeared from PAULA (thanks Paula) + the MS Society that did this months sausage sizzle scored an editorial as well...and from there, we are happy to report that the Handmade Expo was another great success... this was the biggest yet, we were proud to welcome 132 stallholders this month.... IPSWICH'S BIGGEST and BEST MARKET... we are certainly proud of this and we know all our stallholders are too, so a huge thank you to our wonderful, loyal stallholders who stay with us every month... we really appreciate it.

Now, to our customers - we had a fabulous day. We thank you for braving the heat, as it was a scorcher but we thank you for coming every month to support our LOCAL handmadies and the BEST market in town! Plus, we are pretty certain you crossed a lot off your christmas shopping list (we know we did)! With our free entry now and forever that just puts the cherry on top!

As you all know, Handmade Heaven had their first stall at The Handmade Expo this month. I am sorry, but no photos of my stand...silly me, I know...miss blogger of the year FORGOT her camera...I will have to see if miss HANDMADIE was able to get a photo. I would like to report that it was a great day and you will be seeing the Handmade Heaven stall back next month. I am glad that I came up with this awesome idea!!!

We checked out the paper today and found an article on The Handmade Expo...Thanks to the Queensland Times for popping out and talking to us...



Thank you all once again... without your support this would not be the best MARKET to visit once a month at the loveliest, relaxed outdoor venue in town.

From
Liesa, Micky & Miriam
ps...here are some photos:

LOOK WHAT ARRIVED TODAY

Hi Everyone

Look what the mailman bought me today.

PEPPERMINT MAGAZINE



I got my wonderful twin sister Micky to model the mag for me today

I have had a quick flick and noticed that The Handmade Expo has been mentioned in the market dates for December...WOOT WOOT....Also a couple of Handmadies have been featured in this mag:

Thea and Sami
Little Diva
Polka Dot Rabbit

Love it.

From
Liesa
ps...I don't actually stock Peppermint, they do subscriptions though...

RESTOCKED - MOMIE ET ENFANT

Hi Everyone

Candice from Momie Et Enfant has restocked her beautiful little girls clothing range.

As seen in the new and exciting Peekaboo Magazine.

From little tutus to singlets with fairy wings/doilies and now a new range of beautiful dresses...and so much more...

Check them out:





Thanks Candice

From
Liesa
xoxo

NEW HANDMADIE - Lillypop Designs

Hi Everyone

Wow...3 new Handmadies in 1 day.

A big warm welcome to Rae from Lilltpop Designs.

Rae specialises in accessories..."OLD THINGS MADE INTO NEW".
Hairclips, brooches & jewellery....all made from recycled materials.

Check them out:



Welcome Rae.
From
Liesa
xoxo

NEW HANDMADIE - POLKA DOT RABBIT

Hi Everyone

A big warm welcome to Cate from Polka Dot Rabbit.

Now, this is something that I have never seen...

CHECK THSEE OUT:



Specialising in little purses made from old tapes and comics, coasters and brooches....JUST AN AMAZING RANGE...and certainly one of a kind. All made from pre-loved items.

From
Liesa
xoxo

NEW HANDMADIE - JJ MONKEY

Hi Everyone

A big warm welcome to James & Jennifer from JJ Monkey.
These creations are amazing, I have never seen anything like these before...
You really need to see them to believe them.
A huge range of colours and sizes...each of them certainly has their own personality.

Look Look Look.






They can be used for so many things...a keyring, lanyard, attach to your bag....
Come and adopt a JJ Monkey, make him/her one of your very own.


Welcomes James & Jennifer.

From
Liesa
xoxo

MIXTAPE HAS ARRIVED

Hi Everyone

I am so excited to let you all know that MIXTAPE has arrived in Handmade Heaven.

It has a new look and feel about it..



Don't miss out, come and grab your copy today before they all go.

From
Liesa
xoxo

NEW HANDMADIE - Tahitian Beauty

Hi Everyone

I would like to send out a big warm welcome to Tracey from Tahitian Beauty.

Tracey specilaises in "formulating body care products that are free from harmful chemicals and preservatives"

They look and smell delicious.

Check them out:




Welcome Tracey

From
Liesa
xoxo

remember...if you see something that you love and you can't quite make it into handmade heaven...you can now pay via paypal.

RESTOCKED - Selinas Vintage

Hi Everyone

I was lucky enough to have a personal visit from Selina yesterday to bring in a couple of her beautiful soft bunnies...all made from pre-loved chenille.

These are very popular and continue to go to good homes....

Check them out:



From
Liesa
xoxo

ps..don't forget that you can now use paypal to make a purchase if you can't make it into Handmade Heaven.

LUNCH WITH RAY

Hi Everyone

Ok, so yesterday saw Mum and I head to the Picnic Point conference centre in Toowoomba to have lunch with RAY MARTIN.


Myself and Mum

I didnt know what to expect. I have grown up with Ray Martin on TV since I was little and that was only because Mum watched 60 minutes, Midday, A Current Affair...all shows that young kiddies don't like. I do watch them now though!!!

We were seated with a group from the Toowoomba Chamber of Commerce who were very interested in us and why we were there and where we were from. We love telling our stories, so chatted away. Lunch was served first and it was an amazing chicken dish...after lunch Ray got onto his little podium and started talking:




He is a very interesting and noble man. He has met and interviewed soooo many interesting people. He was a pleasure to listen too and now can't wait to read his autobiography.

As you all know, I do get star struck....He was pleasent, was happy to listen and also pose for photos...

Thanks heaps to River 94.9 for having this competition and for making me the winner. It was amazing.
Thanks Ray Martin (if you read this)!!! for taking the time to write your autobiography and for sharing your life with us.
Thank you for interviewing so many famous people and opening them up...bringing them to our screens every week.

Now, lets get to the good stuff...another "brush with fame" to add to my list:


Our signed copy of Ray's Autobiography


Ray & I


Mum & Ray

Thanks for tuning in

From
Liesa
xoxo

RESTOCKED - LOTS AND LOTS

Hi Everyone.

Ok, so I have had sooo many Handmadies come in and restock over the past few days, I thought I might put them all into one post.

Miriam from Bubba Chenille has restocked her kids clothing range, including xmas pants & shirts:


Christine from Little Diva has restocked her cute little button rings:


Susan from The Rainbow Patch has restocked with something completely different in her range...kiddies HATS:


Cathy from Little Eve has sent a whole heap of pencil cases, coin purses, mobile phone cases & napkins:


Jay from Finki has gone crazy with her brooches, rings, earrings and those wonderful hand stitched pen holders:


Megan has restocked her record bags:


Monique from Your Cheeky Monkey has a new selection of gift packs:


Belinda from Sybella has restocked her wonderful pendants & clutches:


Mark from Red Hot Wicks is having a sale on his small tin soy wax candles...only $5 each:


Thanks for tuning in....and remember, if you see something that you like you can always pay by paypal..a button is on the side of my blog...just scoot me an email and I will let you know postage.

From
Liesa
xoxo