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modern handmade child - latest issue!

modern handmade child is a 'free' online magazine full of fun and inspiring ideas for Mums. Articles included in this issue: DIY Valentine cards and holders, fashion trends for kids, fun recipes, tips for creating an eco-friendly nursery, helpful info on getting your business organised with tips for a successful year and topics of motherhood.

I recommend viewing fullscreen mode, so that you can enjoy every last detail. Even more enjoyable with a cuppa and something sweet ;)

modern handmade child - first issue for 2010
  proudly brought to you by EtsyKids

Handmade for kids and babies

EtsyKids now have an A to Z shopping guide of adorable handmade stuff for kids. Here are a few cutesy things on my wish list...

 

Reversible messenger bag by Mee a Bee; P.I.Y. (Paint It Yourself) ballerina tee by Daisy Creek Designs; Felted high top baby shoes by Clever Kitty; Personalised two piece hostess gift set by Retro Rugrats.

The EtsyKids Team is a collective of Etsy shop owners making items for babies, toddlers and children. Our members come from all corners of the world and share a love of creating handmade things for children.

EtsyKids Places...

EtsyKids website ~ www.etsykids.com

EtsyKids blog ~ www.etsykids.blogspot.com

EtsyKids Etsy profile ~ www.team.etsy.com/profilEtsyKids

Search EtsyKids items worldwide ~ EtsyKids Team

Search EtsyKids items within Australia & New Zealand ~ EtsyKids Team ANZ

 

Paris art giveaway and more...

Paris giveaway over at BrisStyle's blog

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Thankfully this week's not as crazy as last, just the 'typical day-to-day' crazy stuff...

      a fairy with a nasty knee graze, a boy who didn't quite make the loo on time (twice), an upside down bowl of Vita Brits on the floor, an upside down bowl of tomato pasta on the table (same offender), 3 cardboard superhero masks that just had to be handcrafted right before dinner time and a dog with a mysterious limp... just to name a few.

 

Would you mess with this Super Trio?

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While the 'typical day-to-day' crazy stuff was going on, it completely slipped my mind to post about the Paris collection, set of three art prints, I'm giving away to a lucky BrisStyle blog reader. So be sure to hop on over here for a chance to win. While you're there, you can read all about the arty crafty worlds of myself and two other BrisStylettes, Em and Bel from EmBelISH.

 

Twinkle Star Art giveaway and interview at BrisStyle

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Also there's been some more Twinkle Star Art buzzing around the blogosphere this week which has been a lovely surprise.

Firstly, I noticed some of my art prints featured on page 64 of the second edition of Modern Handmade Child, an online magazine.

 

Modern Handmade Child - free online magazine
created by ETSYkids

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Then I found Twinkle Star Art featured on Handmade Kids from a sale I made the other night. Thanks so much Handmade Kids for writing such a beautiful feature...

www.HandmadeKids.com.au

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Now I better get back to drawing butterflies. Hopefully I'll have a sketch book update to show shortly.

Handmade happenings for little stars

I'm hoping to make this a regular feature on my blog. Here are some handmade happenings I stumbled upon while venturing through Etsian Folkland.

This month ETSY kids has launched Modern Handmade Child...

a FREE online zine available now to read and enjoy.

Modern Handmade Child, proudly created by ETSY kids.

and from my home town...

BrisStyle are currently celebrating Brisbane's 'Ekka' (our annual agricultural show), by having a SALE in participating BrisStyle Etsy shops. My Twinkle Star Art Etsy shop is offering 'buy two art prints, get one FREE plus free postage within Australia. BrisStyle Ekka sale from 6th - 15th of August.

While you're over at BrisStyle's blog checking out all participating shop's Ekka sale specials, be sure to scroll down for BrisStyle's August giveaway. Elven Hair and Sharlzndollz are giving away delightful items from their shops...

one of which is this beautiful Sharlzndollz paper doll set.

Well I'm kind of refreshed from my Perth anniversary weekend. So much to do this month, aeroplane illustration to complete, twinkle tax return, last 12 months book keeping for twinkle tax return. Hmmm... or I might just post some pics of my Perth trip and procrastinate a little longer.

Modern handmade child

Open publication - Free publishing - More kids

ETSYkids are just weeks away from launching their first issue of Modern handmade child. I'm amazed at how quickly the ETSYkids community has come together and compiled this fantastic free online magazine.

Modern handmade child is a fun and valuable resource helping families to embrace the handmade way of life. It's a truly international publication, with contributors coming together from around the world, including Europe, Australia, Cananda and many parts of the United States.

The premier August 2009 issue is brimming with exciting trends for back to school, tips for living eco friendly, inspiring family activities and the best kid-tested recipes from around the world. It will be a proud day for all EtsyKids members, including me :)

Modern handmade child is available free online at www.modernhandmadechild.com