Ruffles anyone?

I have just finished these three adorable little pink and green tulip print girl's skirts.

I love the way inspiration links with happy childhood memories - a key area of Lillipilli Lane inspiration.  

My two sisters and I had a little peasant dress each - all in the same fabric - an oh so cute cotton rose print - we thought they were marvellous - especially for three 'tom boy' country girls.

These darling little skirts and more like them are on their way to Lamb Chop Stand Out From The Flock - the exclusive online shop...pop by soon as they will go quickly!

Daffodil Day 2010

(Picture: Daffodil Day, Cancer Council website, 28 Aug 2010)

Daffodil Day in 2010 

Friday 27th of August

Daffodil Day is a day to reflect on those that are touched by the disease, cancer.  Daffodil Day merchandise is on sale throughout August, and you can donate to Daffodil Day at anytime.

Of particular interest to us dressmakers and designers, to celebrate Daffodil Day the Cancer Council invited 8 top designers to design a special outfit for daffodil day :)  Pop by the website Daffodil Day  to learn more about this day, and to look at the beautiful, yellow fashion designs - you can vote on your fave!

God bless all those whose lives have been touched by this disease.

My Creative Space today...'who doesn't love a polka dot!'

What is my little creative corner of the world bringing to life today?

I have had the pleasure of creating this sweet skirt for a little two year old...and what a pleasure!  Pink with white polka dots, 100% cotton:) 

And I have to say at this point I just *love* my Janome machines - after using a very (very) old machine for many years - I am really appreciating these two hard working machines that to me seem 'mechanical pefection'. Any body else just love your machines?  Would love to hear about it!


Where is your creativity leading you today?  Would love to read about it...to join in 'My Creative Space', and view others Creativity, pop over to  Kootoyoo's blog on Thursdays.

Keryn xx

Junk Love, Wednesday

My find to share in this week's 'Junk Love' is this vintage frock made under the 'Julian Haye' label. I have seen this label around a bit on clothes from this era, however I haven't been able to find out too much about "Julian Haye' through 'googling'...any one know more? I am suspecting it is an Australian label?

I bought this little treasure at a great little 'junk' shop on a recent road trip, whereby 'I just had to stop!'
This lovely frock is 100% white cotton, with an embossed-like diamond pattern throughout, and a sweet floral/botanical, green and yellow print.  It has a golden era elegance, is comfortable to wear and is one of my favourites! I am so looking forward to the coming spring/summer season to wear it  (southern hemsiphere!)

What have you to share this week?  Would love to see!

If you like re-using, upcycling, recycling, 2nd hand 'junk' ...Pop over to Emmaroseart to join the 'Junk List' and share your 'Junk' story, every Wednesday

Originals...creations from the heart to bring joy...

We've recently finished working on the last of a limited run of our devine little Flower Girls skirts, with the lovely tea-stained fabric apron and handmade ruffle.  This is the 3rd one of only three made and on it's way to new online store Lamb Chop Stand Out From The Flock (on Facebook), specialising in funky, unique and exclusives wares.  We at Lillipilli Lane are happy to have Lamb Chop include our range of exclusive and original wares and wish them success for their new store. 

 

Making our originals is a lot of fun and we will have some new styles out soon...

We'd like to take this chance to say a big 'Thank you to all our customers', for taking Lillipilli Lane to your heart, without you we simply wouldn't be : )

Keryn xx

Junk Love, Wednesday, Vintage Blue Rose

Hello and welcome to the middle of the week!  Hope your has been good to you so far :)

What interesting little finds will we see today through Junk Love, Wednesday I wonder ?

My show and tell this week is a special little piece featuring the symbolic 'blue rose'.
It's a loved little piece due to the uniqueness the rose stands for and it's symbolism for love and prosperity and of course the fact thats its a lovely vintage piece.  Albeit the blue rose does not exist within nature, the quest to create a blue rose has long been sought, but unsuccessful to date! The quest is likened to the search for the holy grail in the horticultural world :)  (Ref: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_rose.  Aug 2010)

The beautiful flowers (Azaleas) were picked and arranged by my littlest.  Gotta love flowers :) So sweet !

What have you to share this week?  Would love to see!

If you like re-using, upcycling, recycling, 2nd hand 'junk' ...Pop over to Emmaroseart to join the 'Junk List' and share your 'Junk' story, every Wednesday

New on-line children's wear store

A new concept in 'on-line children's-wear stores ' is now on Facebook.
"Lamb Chop - Stand out From the Flock" is a brand new store specialising in stocking unique, funky and exclusive children's wares.  They only stock clothing that is one-of-a-kind, or only just a few made. 

Look closely and you may just find some Lillipilli Lane wares such as these!  You will also find Billy Mac's T-shirts, and Who's Frank's cute singlet tops. Keep an eye on this new shop as many more exclusive Australian handmade creator's come on board.

So pop over for browse and some introductory specials to stand out from the flock, Lamb Chop Stand Out From The Flock, tell them Lillipilli Lane, sent you ; )

and one in creation...available soon through Lamb Chop (one of only two made)

Have a happy weekend
Keryn xx

My Creative Space today...pretty flowers

What am I creating?...
After receiving a couple of lovely orders for my fabric rose and  flower brooches I have been making a few more of these delightful little accessories.  They are a joy to make and wear!  Something quite unique and have such a handmade warmth to them!  Well I guess we do put a little handmade love into all our little wares!

The colour matching (or not!) and finishes you can do are endless.  It's also a great little activity to involve the kids in, great fine motor skills development!


Where is your creativity leading you today?  Would love to read about it...to join in 'My Creative Space', and view others Creativity, pop over to  Kootoyoo's blog on Thursdays.

Available through our store www.madeit.com.au/LillipilliLane

Junk Love, Wednesday 'Vintage Baskets'

Hello Junk Love, Wednesday where we share our little pre-loved treasures...reduce, re-use, recycle...every week!

These are two of several rustic little baskets I have found in a few shops here and there. They each have their own individuality and unique characteristics.  I really enjoy using them to store my lace and trims!  I love their weathered look, their textures and how they look sweet grouped together in my sewing room.  And they are practical too!

What have you to share this week?  Would love the see!

If you like re-using, upcycling, recycling, 2nd hand 'junk' ...Pop over to Emmaroseart to join the 'Junk List' and share your 'Junk' story, every Wednesday

New summer goodies, even though it's freezing today!

Here we are working on some lovely new summer dresses - our little 'shoestring dress'...(also known as pillowcase dress)

We have some really nice new fabrics - this charming, soft pink and green, vintage inspired fabric will be in our store soon! www.madeit.com.au/LillipilliLane

Funny to be sewing up these little summer pretties whilst the weather has turned really really chilly!...But I know the warm breath of spring is close by!

Happy days to you : )
Keryn xx