snap to it!

Today has been filled with lots of cutting, pinning, and more cutting. And some ironing. So much ironing! It's a necessary evil that comes with this job.... anyhow, there are lots of new wallet designs being stitched up. And some new journals too. The wallets have already made their way into this shop and this one. Journals will follow soon!
Mention this blog post when you order to receive 2 wallets for $35 AUD! Shipping is extra. Snap to it! 

happy australia day

Yesterday I spent the day at beautiful Como House. It was a perfect day - sunny skies, a light breeze, time spent with friends, time spent chatting to lovely customers. Here are a few snaps from the day:

View from my stall to the house.

We had the marquee set up again.

Redoing the blackboard....can you spy my other tattoo peeking out from under my dress?

A neighbouring stall....so tempting!

There is also a great post over at Etsy to celebrate Australia Day and some of the talented designers we have - check it out here.

how many purses does a girl need?

New designs of envelope style clutches now in store!

Find them at Etsy or Made It.

australia day the old fashioned way

The Rabbit & the Duck will be spending Australia Day playing croquet, admiring vintage cars, and perhaps having some photographs taken in an old fashioned photo booth at Como House in Toorak. We'll also be having a market stall there (oh yes, there is some work to be done!). 

Entry is $12 (adult), $9 (concession) or $30 for a family.

Bring along a picnic lunch for a perfect day out! 

i spy

A few eagle eyed readers have spotted Rabbit & the Duck in the latest Frankie online newsletter! Hurrah! Thank you to everyone who has emailed or commented or tweeted, your support and lovely words has put an even bigger smile on my face! 

If you're not already a subscriber, you can sign up to the Frankie newsletter here. 

And don't forget, there are still a few days left in our 20% off sale! 

too cool for school

Time to go back to school or work? Here are a few of my favourite things to get you back into work mode! 

Top to Bottom and Left to Right:

Insulated Lunch Bag ::: Apple Jacket ::: To Do List

Button Up Weekly Planner ::: Know It All Pencils ::: Zipper Pouch

Smart Girls Button Set ::: Mini Messenger Bag ::: Paper Plane Necklace

Who would have thought work could be so much fun?

special offer and new online store launched!

We're excited to announce that you can now purchase your Rabbit & the Duck favourites at Made It, the local online market for all things handmade.

To celebrate the launch of our new store, we are offering a 20% discount off any purchase (excluding postage and items already on sale) from either our Made It or Etsy store for 1 week until midnight AEDT on Sunday 24th January.

Etsy shoppers: Please enter promo code 'new store' in the 'Notes to Seller' box when checking out.

Made It shoppers: Please click the 'Ask Seller a Question' link on the item you would like to buy and type in promo code 'new store'. Place the item in your cart and check out as normal.

Please wait for a revised order total before paying.

Happy shopping!

i heart you

In keeping with the 'organised' 'prepared' and 'ahead of time' goals I've set for Rabbit & the Duck this year, I'm excited to share with you our latest greeting cards. OK, so Valentine's Day is still a month away, but why wait until then to tell someone you think they're spunky? These and a few other designs are now available over at Etsy. 

I also spent some time last night procrastinating (I mean working) on some other ideas to get you inspired for the season of love and romance.   
How great is this camera + album kit from Kikki K? You could plan a little adventure somewhere, take a few snaps, enjoy the fun of getting your photographs developed, and then put together an album to remember the day. 

image credit: night owl disco

Or how about writing a love letter to that special someone? There's nothing like receiving a real handwritten letter (or real newspaper and magazine clipped words) in your postbox.

image credit: tiffany zajas

Disguise your gift with some gorgeous wrapping.

And these are my favourite. You could leave little stamped notes in your lovers underwear. Or maybe you want to use them on the brown paper lunch bags your lover takes to work. So many options! Buy your own set of stamps here. 

xoxo

i made it for myself

Running a crafty business,  you often get caught up with making stuff for everyone else and never seem to find the time to make something just for you.

So, with a few spare minutes the other night I finally finished this wooden button brooch I've had sitting on my work table for the past couple of months. Hooray!

summer days

= picnics in the park ... bare feet on grass ... pink champagne with friends ... sunshine ... watching the sun set ... ripe mangoes ... laughter and good conversation ... cute boys ; ) ... juicy blackberries ... what's not to love?

back on the market circuit

The rabbit & the duck are back behind the sewing machine today getting lots of lovely things made for the new year. Some old favourites, plus some new ideas and designs are all on the cutting table.

Our first market for 2010 will be this Sunday, 10 January at the Ladies Market. This is a new market specialising in preloved and vintage clothing and accessories, plus new original pieces from local designers. See you there!

Ladies Market

Sunday 10 January

9am-1pm

Allen McLean Hall

Cnr Lewis & Albert Streets, Mordialloc