Good bye 2012!

I can't believe this is it. The end of 2012. When looking at all the photos and drawings on Pinterest welcoming 2013, I can't stop myself taking a photo of my new drawing and say thank you and good bye 2012. Thank you to you all again and I have a wonderful year.

Necklace DIY

I have been thinking to make this style of necklace with polymer clay for ages but I always got caught up with other things! This necklace is easy enough for kids to make and the mix and match with colors are so much fun !

Most of the people use Fimo soft modeling clay but I just bought some Sculpey clay from Spotlights and they worked out fine. After I made them into different shapes, I used a wooden stick to make holes on the beads and then baked them for 15 mins at 130 degree.

The necklace is so easy to make and it's so much fun! It's good for presents for your girlfriends too!!

Creative holiday

Did you make anything this holiday? I wasn't going to but I saw there are some pebeo paints in my drawers so I decided to drew a teapot! It looks fantastic I have to say.

Hand drawn typography

Hand drawn typography on glass frames created using sharpie pens! How nice!

Photo from http://www.thejealouscurator.com/blog/

Boxing day

Have you opened all your presents yet? Hope you have nice and dry Christmas! I have to say I am a bit disappointed this year for the boxing day sale! Have you noticed all the Westfield are closed today except the one in the city? As if the yucky weather isn't sad enough! All supermarkets and shops are closed around our area so we can't even get some potatos to make potaots bake for our friends party! 
Anyway, have you done the Myer online boxing day sale? I did it last night and all the women clothes that I liked are out of stock... since I have spent two hours online looking for bargain for myself and couldn't get any, so I bought some undies for Iain instead... oh well, at least I bought something...

*Illustratio from poppy & red 

why

OMG.... why do you want to smell like bacon??

Oh well, you can find this at ThinkGeek website for $6

Creative Minds Wanted

 

Creative Lane Zine is seeking contributors! Since our first issue is now being kept at the State Library, we would like to start our second issue and keep the creative lane zine going!

We are looking for creative people who are interested in craft, illustration, designs, films, photography, writing, interview with local artists, home decoration, reporting local cafe or shops, etc etc.Content and pages are not limited but should be children friendly and not offensive.

Send me a copy of your work in A4 pdf or photoshop format with a brief description of yourself (where you base, email? website? etc) and we'll be in touch!

Unfortunately we cannot afford to pay all the contributors at the moment, but all your hard work will be noted and thank at the first page and your own page. We are hoping to make it a paid job as soon as we get any funding!!

suki@yessweetheart.com.au

suki xx

Hpix - delightful selections

Found this Korean website HPIX by accident. It's an online shop that full of surprises! My favorite designers like Donna Wilson and Lucky Boy Sunday are also on there! Emmm... one more place to go for Christmas shopping!

Yummmmm.... Chocolate Chunk Cookie Dough Frozen Yogurt

Pinterest brings too much excitement to our lives! I found this cookie dough frozen yogurt recipes via Pinterest and it's heaven for Iain and I !!

Accidentally found this Beer Belly outfit at Urban Outfitters... what the... ???

Pie Tin - The Art of Pie

Have you heard of the Pin Tin at Newtown? We found this place by accident and we're completely in love with the sweet and savoury pies there! I was hoping to get the slow roasted shredded pork with apple & bbq sauce but it's all sold out so we have the slow roasted beef brisket, hickory smoke & mushrooms and spicy cajun style pork slow cooked with corn and black beans instead! The taste absolutely matched the long fancy name. They are fantastic! There was a humongous apple pie called "The Pie That Ate Newtown". We haven't tried it coz we're so full after the coconut custard pie, but this apple pie is definitely on our list when we come back!

The Pie Tin 1A Brown Street, Newtown 02 9519 7880 (off King Street)

Motor Show

Went to the Motor Show at Darling hahour on Saturday and it was a great show! I know nothing about car but I have a very good time at the motor show. Lots of fancy cars to look at and try on. I was a bit disappointed there were no BMW and Audi but you know what... I was glad that the show was kind of small coz I don't want to spending my whole day there.

La nouvelle collection Asleep from day

Wow have you heard of Asleep From Day? Their products are handmade and you can see the video how clever they make their products.

seriously?

Sorry but I really can't help myself to say WHAT??

Mangofrooty @ Sydney Art Expo this weekend

One of our lovely Creative Lane artist Gabby from Mangofrooty will be at the Sydney Art Expo this weekend from Friday night (5.20pm - 9pm) 21 until Sunday 23rd (10am - 5pm Sat, 10am - 4pm Sun).  She will be at stand F14. New, larger work will be on sale as well as a good selection of unframed work.  You can also find her new products such as placemat and coaster sets featuring her artwork.  A large selection of blank greeting cards and Sarah's seeds are also on offer.
Here is a sneak preview of works for sale, plus details of placemats/coasters - there will be more posted up in the next couple of days so please check back before the end of the week.

Scala & Kolacny Brothers

I am not sure which ad it was but but the song of the ad Every Breath You Take (originally sung by U2) by Belgium choir Scala & Kolacny Brothers catches my attention. I Shazam the song and I found this Belgium choir has been out for a while and they sing quite a bit of pop songs which are specially made arrangements of well-known musicians and bands such as Oasis, Björk, Radiohead, U2, Nirvana, Depeche Mode, Muse, Rammstein, etc. Their songs have been on movies and tv shows as well. I don't think you can download their songs on iTune or Spotify. One of the album is only available to download in UK and US.... but you can listen to their songs on YouTube, they're really good!

New stocks

I have a very busy weekend taking photos and updating the etsy shop, more drawings, tidy up the stocks, trying to do everything together before Creative Lane the october market... by the end of the process, I just feel like a machine, unfold the fabric, take a photo, fold it back... oh my... I think I will never do everything at the same time again...

New stocks available on our etsy store:

Creative Lane Application is now open

Creative Lane is an associated event with Art and About Sydney in 2012. Our event will be promoted with the Art & About program by the Sydney Council. Artists featuring on our blog will also be feature on Art and About blog and facebook.
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Event details

The festival will be held at
Gaffa Gallery
281 Clarence Street, Sydney CBD

13th – 20th October 2012 from 11am to 4pm (Saturday 12 to 4pm)



If you wish to be part of the Creative Lane, please download the application at
http://yessweetheart.basekit.com/creative-lane

or email me at suki@yessweetheart.com.au

Let's go somewhere - Mexico

According to Wikipedia Mexico s the fifth largest country in the Americas by total area and the 13 largest independent nation in the world. With an estimated population of over 113 million, it is the 11th most populous country and the most populous Spanish-speaking  country! 

I only know Mexico because of  Taco... what a pity! Mexico is actually such a beautiful energetic country that full of fun and adventures! I wish I knew it earlier! 

(1) Mexican wedding banners by AyMujer(2) Hand Embroidered Pom Pom Puebla Girl Mexican Dress by NeedleInACottonPatch(3) Destination Wedding Invitation - Mexico Lindo by JPdesignstudio(4) Mexican Rose Folk Art Pillow Sham by WinkingOwl(5) XOCHIL PURPLE Mexican Huichol Hand-Beaded Tribal Collar Necklace with Silver Clasp by mexchic(6) Vintage Mexico Tooled Leather and Hand Painted Sandals by newagegypsy

Tuesday Tresuary

 

(1)  pixie - wooden toy camera by twigcreative (2) Clutch 6"X10" color block in turquoise caramel and coral by Pamplemouss(3) Waechtersbach Spain Teapot in Bright Red by ChickClassique(4) Autumn harvest fall bright home decor coasters by ArtisEverything(5) 36 Pink Heart Stickers by knotandbow(6) Cute Geometric Shapes Flash Cards Printable PDF by loopzart

Monday quotes

I was going to share some inspiring wonderful quote today but then I found all these quirky funny products from The Joy Of Exfoundation! They are so smart and funny, I feel like buying them all !!!

Happy Monday.

Hello Sandwich

 

 

Have you heard of Hello Sandwich? The Tokyo based Australian artist? I am so addicted reading her blog, her zines and her new book! Check out her photo album and blog for some DIY inspiration for this weekend! 
Enjoy!

Let's go somewhere -- Cananda

(1) Canada Roots Map by ChildrenInspire (2) i heart Canada- Bamboo by truche (3) Canada Goose magnets by thunderpeep(4) Canadian Cities - Upcycled Maps - 3D Layered Butterfly Art by aboundingtreasures(5)  Map of Canada Pillow Cover in Grey Twill by NicoleTarasick(6) Vintage Banff Canada Moose figurine by Attic17(7)  Canada Goose card by thunderpeep(8) canadian owl - home decor by claylicious 

 

 

While sitting at the work desk and day dreaming. I would love to dream to go to Canada. Iain and I love all the mountains, trees, bear etc etc. It's a beautiful country has too much to share. People always talk about the animals, the snow and the nature of this country but I've never heard of Canadian food. When I did a search on Lonely Planet today it said " Canada is a local food smorgasbord. If you grazed from east to west across the country, you’d fill your plate like this: lobster with a dab of melted butter in the Atlantic provinces, poutine (golden fries soaked in gravy and cheese curds) in Québec, a bulging slice of berry pie in the Prairies and wild salmon and velvety scallops in British Columbia (BC)." 

Oh well... sounds good to me!

Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/canada#ixzz25ZNIhMka

Recently on Etsy....

 

Lovely finds for spring! 

1. Birthday Calendar by Amy (2) FLOWERS postcard by Séverine  (3) Picnic Blanket - XL Orange MARIMEKKO Poppies Flowers by SewnNatural (4) Small porcelain bud vase (set of three) by tokyocraftstudios (5) Set of Three. Kitchen Towels. Cotton Tea Towels by Amy Stone  (6) Pebble shaped Flowers Print Peacock Bird Animal Illustration by dekanimal

Sculpture By The Sea Bondi Call for Volunteers Open!

Site Crew Volunteer

We are looking for enthusiastic and hands-on people who are keen to help out at one of Sydney's most exciting cultural events and to assist our Site Crew Team during the install, de-install, as well as the exhibition.

Days of work
 Installation: Monday 15 October - Wednesday 17 October
 Exhibition: Thursday 18 October - Sunday 4 November
 De-Installation: Monday 5 November - Thursday 8 November

Tasks
 Manning the entrance to the site and alerting the Site Manager and Site Crew Team to artists/others entering the exhibition site by walkie talkie;
 General assistance with Site Crew needs;
 Assisting with the install of sculptures when required;
 Interacting and providing information with the other exhibition staff, volunteers and visitors to the exhibition; and
 Working outdoors, meeting new people and having fun in the process.

Desired skills
 Energetic, hands on people who like to give things a go, enjoy working outdoors and understand the term “the show must go on”;
 Experience or a keen interest in the arts and/or event management;

Volunteer Benefits
 Invaluable hands on experience of Sculpture by the Sea;
 A Sculpture by the Sea T-shirt, and
 Involvement in our Volunteer Program which includes invitation to any volunteer event.

Contact
If you are interested in this position please download a volunteer application form from our website www.sculpturebythesea.com and send the completed form to volunteer@sculpturebythesea.com. If you have any questions please contact
Lucy, Exhibition Assistant on (02) 8399 0233.


SCULPTURE BY THE SEA EXHIBITION DATES: 18 OCTOBER – 4 NOVEMBER 2012

Handmade Romance

I am so addicted to Melbourne artist Evie's Handmade Romance blog. I found her blog through Craft Victoria. Apparently they had a event called Needle Work Needle Play and it seems so much fun!! I wish we can have this kind of thing in Sydney!

Hairy Legs

OMG I so need a pair of this to match my darling man..... Love this wonderful idea from Kirsten Perry!!

The Little Printer

 

OMG! Look at this cute little printer! I am totally in love with it! The idea is brilliant! It's like a personal news feed machine and a lotto printer! Cute! You can pre-order it at the BERG Cloud now!

Sweet Heart Sales

 


Our etsy shop Yes Sweetheart is having a weekend sale! Enter coupon code AUGSALES at checkout to receive 20% off ! Offer end 12 Aug mid night.

Melting Pot Exhibition

A group of eight local and international artists have joint together for an illustrations exhibition at the Adelaide Melting Pot Exhibition to celebrate culture and creativity. Pop down to enjoy this sweet exhibition, the event end on the 16th August!

DIY Hot Air Balloon mobile

I always want to try hot air balloon but no one wants to go with me... I think it's an awesome thing to do ! It's just full of imagination and fun! Joy from How Joyful has this wonderful DIY Hot Air Balloon mobile tutorial and free pattern to download. I hope you enjoy making them as much as I do.   

Such a beautiful writing