What do you think goes in here?

The theme of this month’s DUST Sale is ‘Leo the Lion’.  A great opportunity to try out a new product.  This wallet is designed to hold up to four condoms, or a few tampons, or other personal hygiene items you’d rather not have floating around in your handbag.  And the bold 70s fabric says “Roarrrr”.  Go you wild thing!

Check out this and other sale items at www.dustteam.com.

What a weekend!  I had lots of fun participating in the mega DUST Christmas in July Promotion.  The best bit was browsing through all the fabulous DUSTer shops.  I discovered some creative and clever crafters and now have a massive favourites list.  Oh, and I did some shopping too.  Here is a selection of my purchases (click on the photos to check out their etsy stores);

I can’t show pics of all of my purchases as some are intended as gifts but check out these etsy stores for a bit of a hint - www.rubyjo.etsy.com and www.angelene.etsy.com

Time to get ready for the DUST August Sale.  The theme is ‘Leo the Lion’.  Roar!

Do these words conjure up an Australian Christmas for you??

Chestnuts roasting on an open fire
Jack Frost nipping at your nose
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir
And folks dressed up like Eskimos
(Torme & Wells, 1946)

No, not usually. Unless, of course, they refer to the Etsy Down Under Street Team (DUST) “Aussie Christmas in July” promotional weekend.

Etsy DUST members from all around Australia are coming together for one whole weekend, 12.01AM Saturday 25th July through to 11.59PM Sunday 26th July (AEST), to showcase their talents & stunningly handmade creations.

All stores participating will be offering a promotion to their customers - free worldwide shipping or % off sales; a selection of items at reduced prices or reverse auctions.  I am offering FREE POSTAGE on all bags, purses and cards.

With so much variety, including jewellery, children’s clothing & accessories, art, supplies, vintage items, stationery & bags, you are sure to find something to suit each & every taste.

The DUST team will also be running giveaways for the entirety of the weekend, giving you the opportunity to win some fabulous prizes from Australian sellers. Poke your nose into the Etsy Forums during the promotion for your chance to win.

I encourage you to visit the participating stores, as well as our team website – http://www.dustteam.com/ – and support the handmade revolution sweeping Australia.

Wow, what a day.  I am no longer a market virgin.  I made some sales and met some of my fellow crafters.  Big thanks to my husband who packed, drove, unpacked, gave creative feedback and kept me fed and watered.  Thanks also to all my friends who came along to say hi and to support local crafters and businesses. Can’t wait for November!

Come along…….