No time...

Just some nice pictures today, no time to talk...

Gee, Miss Emma, you do get stuck in some strange situations!

The story so far...

This will be a long winded post with lots of randomness, so grab a cup of tea and a comfy seat...

First things first, I'll be at Mathilda's market on Sunday, looks like being a really busy event with some fantastic stallholders so pop in for a visit if you are free. Best to use baby carriers if possible, I predict mega Pram-Jams.

So I've been meaning to post more but my adorable Emma is 6.5 months now and has moved onto her next, very active stage of development. She is really like a little person now with her own distinct personality. Now that she is on solid food, I'm really struggling to fit everything in to my day. She is a bit picky and I spend most of her nap time wiping down floors, walls etc...

Here she is doing a little modeling for me, and I've just noticed she has sweet potato stuck to her forehead!

I've also been busy hand stitching a rug for her bedroom. It's finally finished, and I'm very pleased at how it turned out. I backed it with this so it wouldn't slip.

Now I'm moving onto curtains, have changed my mind a million times over these but I think I finally know what i want now, will keep you posted.

New stock is arriving daily at the store, I'm trying to post it online but haven't had much success yet. These are my favorites, new french colouring books...

Oh before i forget - some of you may know Estelle, who worked in the store before going on maternity leave, she has had a little boy today named Frederick Herbert. Both mum and baby are well. Congratulations Estelle and Andrew, can't wait to meet little Freddie!

Ooh, storm's coming, hope it rains and cools us all down a bit...

Have a great weekend, Cintia

Accidental Collections...

Is it just me or does anyone else have accidental collections? I've been tidying up the place, trying to find spots for everything and have realised that I have unintentionally started accumulating bits and pieces (mainly from op shops and flea markets) that started off as a single and now have at least 3 of! Can't walk past and orange enamel teapot, only paid a few dollars for the 1st one, will probably pay quite a bit for subsequent ones. Can justify paying more now that I collect them!

Apart from all of my fabrics and habby (which is getting to quite a ridiculous level now) I probably have about 5 things that I really look for when out and about. The one that really took me by surprise was the abacuses. I bought most of them recently for Fleamarket finds and couldn't bear to part with them.

The hangers I'm fascinated with and have found ones and twos in op-shops all around the place. Can anyone tell me more about them? They have woven covers on them made of plastic. I'm really smitten and have yet to find the perfect way to display them, they are too pretty to be hidden by clothes.

Tell me about your accidental collections, if you have a blog do a post with a link in the comments, I'd love to know...

Banter and Frolic...

Tired of Ben 10 or Dora birthday parties? Looking for something a little more classic without spending a fortune? Well this exact situation inspired 2 mums to come up with this brilliant party kit concept. The kits have been designed to encourage children’s imagination & free play, regardless of arranged party games, which are also included for those who like a more structured event. Let’s face it we all love our own memories of childhood parties and play and want that for our own children. Banter & Frolic party kits are just the “dressed-up” version of the traditional backyard party, easy and accessible for modern family life. Regardless of the theme, children will wait in anticipation for their invitation, be dazzled by enchanting decorations, find inspired party accessories, look in wonder at beautiful table decorations and giggle with glee as they skip home with a lasting memory only possible with a Banter & Frolic party kit. What’s more mum will be treated by finding all the answers in one magic box. Banter & Frolic party kits are a treasure-trove overflowing with our unique concepts, hours of creative planning and tried and tested instruction proven to make your party a complete success. So far we're the only Melbourne stockist, so take advantage of this lovely weather and have a beautiful party in your own backyard I know a big boy who would love his own construction party. Lots more information here...

The Rusty Duck...

Emma and I had a lovely day out on Friday, We went to visit my good friend Toni (pictured here with Emma) who has just opened a brilliant little place in Moonee Ponds called 'The Rusty Duck Cafe & Larder'. The 'larder' bit of the name was my idea, because this isn't just a place you can get delicious food, coffee and homemade cakes...no, you can take home Toni's wonderful home made treats as well. She even makes the chorizo sausages for the breakfast dishes.

So if you're in the Moonee Ponds area, I'd recommend a visit, and if you mention My Poppet you'll get a free biscotti with your coffee, try the pistachio and lemon...yum!

The Rusty Duck Cafe & Larder

18 Margaret st, Moonee Ponds 3039

9375 2791

(opposite the Moonee Ponds train station)

Boys toys...

I'm always on the lookout for fun toys for boys, these little wooden robots are just so cute... (edit - Online here, only $5 each)

Market time...

I'll be frantically sewing this weekend trying to get ready for this lovely market in November. Come and visit me and lots of other creative people at the Hawthorn Town Hall on the 22nd of November. I'll have some more melamine cups, owls, groovy new retro pants and other cool stuff...Now just got to focus and get all my sewing done. Wish me luck.

Hat head...

Made some groovy sun hats this weekend, had a crafty itch which needed scratching. These are the second batch I've made with this pattern, but I don't know why, they were just a lot more fiddly than the last lot. Have gone off making hats totally now, so don't go asking me to make anymore, because I've lost my hat making Mojo! Used some vintage 70's curtain fabric, very Marimeko-esque. I'll pop them online soon...or call me if you're keen $29.95 each.The orange one is cute, too big for Emma, more of a toddler size. She makes quite a good hat model, has a head very suited to wearing hats, apparently in French it's quite a compliment to be told you have a 'hat head'?! I'm sure it sounds more flattering in french...

Pretty...

Brain not working good...sleep not enough...pretty pictures new stuff...

Edit- sorry guys, this isn't Emma, will post some pics of her soon. These are shots of a new range from Ivy Designs, didn't want to give anyone the wrong impression- brain wasn't working properly yesterday

Fleamarket finds...coming soon

A few sweet vintage finds that i'm hoping to get on Poppet in the Post in the next few days...will keep you posted. Thanks for all your nice comments, am really ok, just needed to let off some steam...heading off to the country for the weekend, looking forward to some country oppy action. I'm sure Nanna will have fun looking after Emma while i just veg! Hopefully will come back with lots of creative enthusiasm. have a good weekend...xx cinti (edit- Online now)