Finds List for September 2017, better late than never!!

I have not blogged for an awfully long time. So much has happened in my life since my last post. I had a surprise pregnancy in 2016.  A beautiful blond hair, blue eyed, baby boy blessed our lives. It was a little scary in the beginning as I went into labour a week early and he was born under a GA (general anaesthetic), as I was taking Clexane to help with a DVT. I had to have a c-section, as all my boys were born that way for various reasons. My first born, my only daughter, was born naturally. He was born with Surfactant Deficiency and spent the first 2 weeks of his life in the Stage 3 NICU fighting for his life. Thankfully he pulled through, his delicate body finally created its own surfactant and within 6 days after that he was home with us. I am not sure if its possible to love a baby too much, but our baby Adam is the sunshine in our home and brings so much joy and happiness into our lives. He was a miracle baby from conception to birth. He turned 1 just last week and he is in the "stepping" stage of his development. He has no interest at this point in his young life to take those extra steps to consider him a walker. Personally, I am super content with that. I am yet to baby proof the house for the walking stage, so I am in no rush to "encourage" him walk. His brothers and sister on the other hand want him to walk so badly. I keep reminding them, that once he starts walking, he will be in their bedrooms pulling things out of cupboards and making a mess. But they just don't get it!!

While I have been away from my blogging, I have still been building up my Pinterest boards and 'favouriting' items on my Etsy, and Instagram accounts. So I will be back to sharing more of my Finds Lists. If you have something you would like me to add to my next list, send me an e-mail makingmotherhoodfun(at)gmail(dot)com. I love to share handmade and small Australian businesses but I am open to worldwide submissions too. Be sure to check out the Finds Directory to the right on the side bar.  I plan to Vlog my Finds Lists in the near future. If you are a small business and would be interested in this, please email me for further information, this is a free advertising opportunity.

Finds List September 2017

Fashion
I am a little obsessed with Bohemian Traders' Summer Season. Check out the links and you will see why.

Navy Ofeliah Blouse  - Bohemian Traders

White Dandy Gypsy Top - Bohemian Traders

White Over-sized Deep V Tee - Bohemian Traders

Peak Front Maxi Dress in Black - Whitehaven Emporium

Shoes
My most favourite shoes to date on Pinterest would have to be Cydwoq. I love this brand. I have never tried them on and when you see the price you might understand why. I am worried though, that when I finally get a chance to try them on, they may not fit my foot. Imagine that! I have a board on Pinterest dedicated only to shoes, appropriately titled, Just Shoes.

Boil Sandals - Cydwoq

Vapour - S - Cydwoq


Beauty 

Ambient Lighting Powder - Hour Glass - Mecca 

Shimmer Shot Illuminating Wand - Mecca Max

Life's Basics Konjac Sponge - Green Clay - Nourished Life

Body

Boho Hippie Bracelet - Bead Stone Skin 

Watermelon Tourmaline Silver necklace - Erine Elizabeth

Sunny Skies - Earrings - Erine Elizabeth

Home 

Landscape N.5 - Hand Woven Wall Tapestry - JujuJust

Baby/Kid

Wise Elk Wooden Stacking Tower - The Creative Toy Shop

Grim's Wooden Gems Coloured - The Creative Toy Shop

Grim's Spirelli - The Creative Toy Shop

Butterfly Wings Costume - Special Celebration Events

Caramel Cross Over Leather Sandals - Little Leather Shop


Fun Stuff 

Vinyl Butterfly Sticker Waterproof - Trot Blossom 

Temporary Tattoos - MissyMinzy 

Zentangle Pineapple Sticker - CreativeeMinds

Currently Crushing on Fashion Finds World Edition #3

The following crushes are not sponsored. I share what takes my eye. I hope you find something new to crush on too.

I have crushed on these shoes by Noa Levy Aran, of Israel, who owns the Etsy store, ABRAMEY. Gorgeously designed and handmade, she also sells statements necklaces. Crushing on:

Greek Sandals black leather

Leather Grey Boots

THE LEATHER STORE - has to be one of my all time favourites. Handmade leather hand bags by Becki Simms of Bristol England UK. I favourited this store on Etsy years ago and still love what she makes. I will keep my crushing list to a minimum, but i could easily list her whole store!! You will see why!! Crushing on:

Leather handbag Tote in vintage brown

Red Leather Handbag tote

Bucket Tote Bag

MIMIIMADEIT has some very comfy looking styles. The owner, Arta of Rig Latvia, created this line of clothing after having two children and realising her body had changed. Currently crushing on:

Linen Tunic

Linen Pants

Linen Dress

I am very much taken by the deigns at A PIECE OF PIE by Sarah Murray of the South Coast, NSW Australia.. They are very unique and she creates clothing from up cycled materials, which when you are talking tea towels could be unsuccessful, but she manages to do it well. Currently crushing on:

Upcycled Vintage Mexican Table Cloth dress

Upcycled linen Tea Towel blouse

Vintage Tea towel tunic

On another note, if you need socks for the special guy or dude in your life, then KEMBE CLOTHING  could be the answer. Apparently there is a hashtag if you want to share your #sockswag! Why not?! Currently crushing on:

Marina Bay

Como

Tribeca

Jewellery is a very competitive craft to be part of. So many people can make jewellery, but it really comes down to what can you do well that no body else or very few people can do, which is easier said than done. That being said, I do have some favourites I would like to share with you. Well, I kind of have lots, but I will start small!!!

If you have some cash to spare, you might like this ring from PEBBLE AND POLISH of NYC, USA.

Antique 2.50 Carat Old European cut Diamond

Loving the colour and texture of these earrings from ARTNSOULJEWELS, Minnesota USA. 

Mixed metal Earrings

These cute wooden stud earrings made by JUNEDESIGNCO in Devonport Tasmania, Australia. 

Wooden Butterfly Earrings

The whimsical filigree designs of FEDERIKAS, are unmistakably fascinating and eye catching. 

Dragonfly necklace with ruby red jewel

I hope you have liked what I have put together this week. I will continue to share my Finds into 2016. If you would like your work to be share, contact me. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND ENJOY YOUR TIME OFF AND NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS.

CURRENTLY CRUSHING ON NEW AUSSIE CRAFT FINDS #2

Unfortunately my timing is not always on point. I was hoping to have my Craft Finds post up and running at the beginning of Dec, but so many dramas to deal with, which happens when you have lots of kids and that is another post for another time!! Shopping local is really important, but even more so is shopping from small businesses. As I sell craft of my own, I love to support other crafters and artists whenever possible. These businesses, unless stated, I have not purchased from them but like what is sold. So here is a list of my current crushes,.

Kelaoke - making jewellery can be easy to some, but making something unique can be hard. I love these necklaces and woven wall hangings at Kelaoke. She is Aussie and sells via Etsy and her items are truly one of a kind and her love of her craft truly shows in her detailed pieces. New items are added, but check out her Instagram page for all her designs. I am currently crushing on the..

 Reversible polymer clay necklace

Weaving with Polymer clay Beads

JoeyDesign - something a little different. This girl is a very talented illustrator who sells her designs via cute stickers, cards, softies, and has recently add her own Boho paintings.  She designed some very cute stickers for my daughters 11th birthday party. I have loved this shop ever since. Currently crushing on..

Pastel unicorns and gemstones

Reclaimed Timber Mandala Artwork

Alfie and Olive - this talented young girl happens to be my niece. She makes vintage style baby bonnets in stylish modern fabric. She is currently located in Bristol UK, but posts internationally. Currently crushing on the William Morris Cotton print with denim.

Pepper Ink - vintage inspired and custom made temporary tattoos are very popular at the moment. Pepper ink is an Australian company with some amazing designs suitable for tweens onwards. Currently crushing on:

Vintage Butterflies 

Floral Woodland Creatures

Speaking of temporary tattoos, in a different style I love the colour and vibrancy of the temp tattoos from MissyMinzy.  You can also find cute wall art, greeting cards, and brooches. Currently crushing on :

Flamingo Dance Wall Art Print

Jellicious Land Temp Tattoos

Louise De Masi - I fell in love with Louise's work some time ago now, but love what her talents can produce.  I particularly like her Australia fauna, but there is also now birds of UK and USA in her Etsy store. Currently crushing on :

Galah print of water colour painting

Rose Original water colour painting. 

How cute are the vintage style shower caps from Pure Heaven Naturals ? I also like the floral body butter for the lips, hands and heels. Pure Heaven Naturals are locally hand crafted in small batches.

I am also selling some cute stuff too! My button is just to the right of the post with the crochet flower.

Looking forward to sharing more finds with you in 2016. If you would like me to share an item or two from your independent business, contact me. I will not only mention you in a FINDS post, but you will be listed in the directory, which is located via the tab at the top of the blog. Currently there is not charge for submissions. I welcome businesses all over the world.