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Here are a few fab finds to keep your little man warm & toasty.
1. Ski Beanie by Ouch
2. Toshi Beanie from Chocolate Freckles
3. Fred Bare Cable Beanie from Buckets & Spades
4. Oobi Christopher Duffle Coat from Cradle Rock
5. Fred Bare Shearling Lined Puffer Jacket from Buckets & Spades
6. Munster Esky Jacket from Tinywardrobe
7. Desert Boots by Walnut Melbourne
8. Little Blue Lamb Lucas Shoes from Baby Bootique
9. Little Dude High Top Sneakers from Kawaii Kids
I’m looking forward to popping down to Malvern Town Hall on Saturday for the “Made by Us Twilight Market“. Shopping AND supporting the Royal Children’s Hospital at the same time – it doesn’t get any better than that.
The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation and Auxiliaries present the Made by Us Twilight Market, a one-off free event showcasing a curated selection of goods handcrafted by the Auxiliaries, local designers and craftspeople on Saturday, 30 June 2012 at the Malvern Town Hall, High St, Malvern (12 – 6pm).
All proceeds from the market will go to The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH).
More than just a market, the Made by Us Twilight Market is an awareness and fundraising event, and an opportunity to celebrate the Auxiliaries 90th Anniversary in the suburb where they were founded in 1922.
Since then, the Auxiliaries have raised over $38 million for the RCH through community volunteering. The Made By Us Market is a stellar example of both their fundraising and creative work.
RCH Foundation’s Executive Director Sue Hunt says “For 90 years, the Auxiliaries have fundraised for the hospital. Their creative entrepreneurship and dedication never ceases to amaze and impress. The RCH Auxiliary network are active all year round, but it’s not often that they come together under one roof. This is a rare chance to both celebrate their wonderful work, and raise much-needed funds for the hospital.
“We’re also hoping to inspire a new generation of Melbourne’s arts, craft and culture enthusiasts to get involved with community fundraising. It’s a rewarding pastime, delightful community and of course, a great cause.”
The Made By Us Markets’ 50+ stalls –will feature high-quality homewares and soft furnishings, ceramics, paper goods, bath products, plants, jewellery, bags, knits, clothing for all ages, toys, baked goods, jams and preserves. Expecting a diverse crowd of Melburnians with their hearts (and wallets!) open to supporting the hospital, the stalls’ offerings are tailored so there is something for everyone, young and old.
At no cost to enter, market-goers will enjoy a festival style atmosphere, and a line-up of acoustic live music from young local musicians.
Not to forget warming the bellies, the winter-themed café will be serving delicious treats, soups, hot chocolate, coffee, spiced nuts and more.
An event not to be missed, join The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation and Auxiliaries for a day of shopping, music, great food – all for a great cause.
As the Auxiliaries mission says: ‘We are one team, working towards one goal – making sick kids better’. With the help of the public, the Made by Us Twilight Market will bring the Auxiliaries’ closer to their goal.
Visit to www.madebyusmarket.com.au for more info.
I hope to see you there.
Everyone’s favourite dinosaur is heading this way and you could win a family pass to see her new show.
Dorothy the Dinosaur’s Beach Party is the stompy-wompy show full of super sandy songs that will fill your day with sunshine!
Dorothy and her friends, Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog, Fairy Clare and Henry the Octopus, are joined by sensational singers and dancers, Clare Dee and The Dance-A-Lots, in their dazzling beach party outfits!
With your favourite Wiggly songs, such as Can You (Point Your Fingers and Do the Twist?), Having Fun at the Beach and You Can Play the Ukulele, the surf’s up for this wacky wave of fun! Written by blue Wiggle Anthony Field, he enthused, “This show is Dorothy’s best yet!”
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Today is my birthday. Yay!
Normally I would celebrate with family and friends, and perhaps go out to lunch or dinner and indulge in my favourite pastime, shopping.
Unfortunately nothing fun for me today because I have another appointment with my neurologist to get more Botox injections to help treat my migraines.
Today was the only day he could fit me in (how ironic) and it’s important that I have treatment every 12 weeks because last time we left it for nearly 15 weeks and I had a major flareup towards the end which kept me bedridden for days.
Botox is not something I would normally consider having on my birthday (perhaps if I was turning 40 LOL), but at the moment my priority is getting my migraines under control, so I will do without the celebrations for now.
My migraines are the result of what happened to me on this day and I have been struggling with them for the past 10 years.
I have been having Botox injected in to my head, neck and shoulders for the past nine months and although it has not gotten rid of them completely, it has enabled me to function better, as both a mum and a human being.
I’m kind of resigned to the fact that I will continue to have migraines, perhaps for the rest of my life, but hey, it could have been a lot worse.
This won’t be the first time I have required medical attention on my birthday – at my 10th birthday party, I somehow managed to break my wrist while playing a game where you have to sit on the floor when the music stops. It was my party and I did cry because I wanted to.
Anyone else ever had a birthday they’d rather forget?
Hallelujah! I’ve done it. I have found THE BEST CHIPS EVER!
Right here in Melbourne at my favourite new place to dine Lord of the Fries.
If you’re like me (Hello, my name is Tracey & I am a chipaholic) and you love hot chips, do yourself a favour and get down to Lord of the Fries NOW!!!!
Their chips are made right here in Melbourne from Aussie grown potatoes and come with a delicious array of homemade sauces. My favs are the Parisian (Aioli Garlic Mayo) and (Thai) Golden Satay Sauce. I’m planning on making my way through the list of 12 sauces (purely for research purposes, I swear).
Not only do LOTF make the best chips EVER but they also serve the tastiest vegetarian burgers in town. Yes, that’s right, I said vegetarian burgers. Their whole menu is vegetarian and they also cater for vegan, gluten free, halal and kosher.
For this vegetarian mamma, it’s like a dream come true. My issue now is deciding what to have with my fries; a burger, a hot dog, onion rings, nuggets, potato cakes or chilli poppers.
My carnivorous husband is dying for me to take him to LOTF. So if you’re one of those (meat eaters) too, don’t think that you are not going to enjoy this place. The food is fabulous and your body (& taste buds) will thank you.
I went to the store in Brunswick St, Fitzroy but you can also find them at Chadstone, Chapel St, Elizabeth St, Flinders St & Melbourne Central.
Is it dinner time yet?
