Wednesday, September 30, 2009

FACEBOOK...HERE WE COME

Hi Everyone

Ok, so after much feedback, we have decided to start our own THE HANDMADE EXPO page on Facebook.
We have added a FAN BOX to our blog (right hand side)...and you can become a fan that way too.

Just another way to promote The Handmade Expo...

From
Liesa, Micky & Miriam

HEADS, SHOULDERS, KNEES & TOES

Hi Everyone.

Now, we know that you know this little song and dance...We can hear you doing it and singing it right now.

Well, we have some exciting news. You will be able to do this as part of a Guinness World Record attempt next month at our October 17th market.

Lalaloud Events presents the HEAD TO TOE TEMPO. The world record attempt will take place at 1pm. This event is proudly supporting the Ipswich Hospital Foundation, Sunshine Circle.

So, you better put this one in your diary...how cool would it be to say that you were part of a WORLD RECORD?

Don't forget that you will have 120 stalls on offer to shop and browse as well...WHAT A FANTASTIC DAY OUT..

More details to follow over the coming weeks...

From
Liesa, Micky & Miriam

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

September market - BEEN AND GONE

Hi Everyone

Ok, so The Handmade Expo has been and gone for another month and what a great day it was. Other than the dreadful wind, the school holidays, Carnival of Flowers, the NRL semi final and the AFL Grand Final to contend with we had nearly 900 people through the gates which we are absolutely over the moon with.

We were so flat out all day that we all forgot to pull out our cameras...If you did take some photos of the day..crowd shots or your stall, please email them to us + also perhaps a "quote" about your day so we can blog YOU.

The majority of stallholders that we spoke to during the day had a great day and great trade.

We also welcomed 120 stallholders, so the Expo is expanding every month which is just fabulous and we really want to grow our Gourmet Fresh section so please, if you know any farmers out there looking to sell their produce please ask them to contact us - they are always welcome.

We welcomed back Farmer Dave with this lamb, and also Mrs K's Cafe & Bakery selling bread and slices. You can find Mrs K's during the week at the Winston Glades Shopping Centre.

Don't forget we have stalls ranging from fabulous cupcakes and coffee to kids clothing, accessories, plants, timber products, jewellery and much more. The next Expo will be held on Saturday 17th October, Ipswich Turf Club from 8am to 2pm with adults $2 and kids free.

October we are welcoming a Guiness World Record challenge which needs your help. A minimum of 1500 people are required to break the World Record of doing "Heads, Shoulders, Knees & Toes"... if you know how to do this make sure you come to the Expo and be part of the World Record.

Thanks for listening and we would love to hear about your experience at The Handmade Expo so feel free to blog about us. It would also be great if you could blog about the upcoming Expo in October... word of mouth is fabulous and it would be great to have help from everyone in blogland.

From
Liesa, Micky & Miriam

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

See you all on SATURDAY

Hi Everyone

Ok, so this will be our last post before we see you on Saturday.

Market #2 at the Ipswich Turf Club, Brisbane Road, Bundamba. The market will run from 8am-2pm with a $2 entry fee for adults and kids, are of course FREE.

We have over 100 handmade stallholders, including GOURMET FRESH. We have quite a few NEWBIE stallholders this month including:

Cheryl - floral arrangements & girls dresses
Amanda - Jewellery & Fabric Sculptures
Soula - Greek Savouries & Sweet
Belinda - Themed Cookies
Leanne - Cuddle Kids Pillowcases
Kathy - Handbags
Kelly - Motif Creations
Joanne - Christening Gowns
Natalie - Bags, Toys & Clothes
Daneve - Brooches, Hair accessories, etc made from recycled green bags
Karen - Girly Bits
Kellie - Nappy Cakes
Annette - Cheese & Gilato

We will have our fabulous regular stallholders on hand for you as well.
We are lucky to have The Ipswich Woodworkers doing the sausage sizzle this month.

Farmer Dave will be attending with his awesome LAMB... We highly recommend a cooler bag!

Thats all from us for now...Thanks for tuning in and we hope to see you on Saturday.
Feel free to pass this onto EVERYONE that you know...

From
Liesa, Micky & Miriam
ps..don't forget your hat and sunscreen...it is going to be a fabulous day out.

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Hamilton Street Party REVIEW :)

Hi Everyone.

Check out Handmade Heaven & Bubba Chenille for an update of the day...

Fabulous day had by all.

From
Liesa, Micky & Miriam

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Business Achiever Awards - Update

Hi Everyone..

Ok, so you can go to Handmade Heaven 's blog for an update....
Happy reading...and there are some photos too...

From
Micky, Miriam and Liesa

Friday, September 18, 2009

NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARDS

Tonight is the Business of the Year Awards held at the Railway Workshops in Ipswich. Liesa from Handmade Heaven (aka Twin Sister) has been nominated and is up for the best New Business of the Year!
Liesa, we just wanted to wish you all the best, you are so pro-active and passionate about handmade and you are an inspiration. If anyone wants to post their good lucks... here is your chance.
Thank you everyone for your support... not only just for Handmade Heaven but also for the Handmade Expo.

From
Micky & Miriam
xxoo