Kooky Handmade

I think this is my tidiest crochet to date!!
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Working away on a cardigan for Ezra’s first big cosplay! I’ve blown myself away with how tidy I’ve managed to make this. It’s probably going to need a light blue dye over it but I’m so happy with it so far
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On Saturdays, we wear pink for a good cause!!
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Working at Hobbiton has enriched my life in a million ways and being a part of events like Pink Ribbon breakfasts with mum and bestie for a cause that has touched our family makes it even richer
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Crappy mental health and not 100% kids means that a few more things are checked off the list
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I forgot how good sewing is for my brain
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First two projects of the year 😍
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The doll house is done and the top is almost finished and there’s a matching skirt to go with it for my wonderful new friend 😍
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What’s next? Finishing my bra prototypes
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The fun thing about having 3 extremely different kids, is the range of things I get to make them for their birthdays. Up now is Leana’s dollhouse renovations.
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Got the big pieces in and now just to fine tune and clean everything up and add some accents and paint.
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Set up my books case in my new office and I couldn’t be more chuffed with how the set up is shaping up. I can’t wait to get my machines set up in the new year
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Small & Medium Girl Power Pouches
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$12-15
New styles and stock

Small Book Totes
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$12
New styles and stock

Small drawstring pouches
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$10 or 2 for $16
New styles and stock

Wine Bags
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$10 or 2 for $16
New styles and stock

We are starting to ramp up for Christmas and we have some new and fun items in the store now. We have drawstring pouches, feminine hideaway pouches, as well as single and double wine tote bags, and coming soon, fold up beach blanket totes. I’m also thinking of making some limited run overnight bags and bucket hats
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We are also going to be at 5 markets in the next 5 weeks so we are busy busy and I am so grateful to have the girls as my best crafty buddies
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The wind in my sails is a little lacklustre atm
What are some things you’d like to see me make?
I’m thinking of making some slouchy bucket hats for kids and adults as well as some kids summer clothing pieces and some drawstring bags
But what are your thoughts?

Does your bag or your desk need a new buddy to keep your stuff safe or something to show off your house pride? Maybe something to celebrate the best time of the year!
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My buddy demons are for you!!
Message me for all the options I have or if you’re keen on a custom little demon friend!
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Today I hyper fixated and cut out what I am hoping to be 12 chubby buddies in various fabrics
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These are going to be some spooky, some Potter and some caring additions to the family!
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They will all be for sale and looking for new homes with a small adoption fee of $12 each
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Trying out something new. So far I’m obsessed
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They’re little chubby demons that I’m going to turn into bag charms that I’ll be selling along with the bags for $12! And as always, I Can make these little cuties in so many different fabrics with custom options with the horns and wings
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Im also going to be doing a special offer for first orders
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!!RESTOCK!!
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All new stuff is now in stock at and all available through here as well! And I am always taking custom orders if there’s something you like but want it a little more you!
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First market all set up and ready to go at the Tamahere Artisan Market
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They make great colourful additions or gifts for someone a little more colourful in your life ❤️
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Can almost count down the hours until it’s time for market day! I am so excited to meet some more amazing crafty people and bring some kooky to the world!
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They make great colourful additions or gifts for someone a little more colourful in your life ❤️
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Putting the final touches on some more of these beauties for the market on Saturday ❤️
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Made a purple patchwork dragon to watch over the moulded hoard of bags that are looking for new homes this weekend and always for sale through here! They make great colourful additions or gifts for someone a little more colourful in your life ❤️
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Putting the final touches on all these beauties for the market on Saturday
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Made a purple patchwork dragon to watch over the moulded hoard of bags that are looking for new homes this weekend and always for sale through here! They make great colourful additions or gifts for someone a little more colourful in your life ❤️
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These two lovelies were shipped off to their new home! And I am so excited for the buyer to receive them!
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Reminder that everything is indeed for sale and I’m only open to commissions and customs if there’s something specific you’re after
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Who says you can’t have cute key rings and fobs? And a great way to use up some extra fabric
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I’ll be selling these for $7 both online and in person at the Tamahere markets next weekend! Let me know if it’s something you like!
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Weirdly exciting update while I sit here lazily reading my book
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I not only have some amazing collab pieces coming up with who is amazing but….. we will be attending our first market next weekend as offical sellers and I am buzzing!!
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Time to get sewing so I have some killer stuff available! Come see me at the Tamahere craft markets!!
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Some new additions and a couple of customs. I am loving integrating the suede into some new designs and exploring with options.
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I also have heap of spooky ideas coming so watch this space
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Want something a little cuter for your kindle?
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Im making some more kindle, phone and wallet friendly purses to keep all your technology safe on the go…in something that reflect you a little more than the usual
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One custom laptop bag
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Made this very special bag for an even more special friend ❤️❤️
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This is another option I have available as a custom piece if it’s something you’re interested in
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The bags are done and officially in store 😍
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They’re selling at right now and ready to find a new home
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Made myself an absolutely dramatic jacket this afternoon. Thought I may as well put my anxious energy to good use
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Made with furnishings galena and lined with merino and I’m hoping it’ll be nice and cosy
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So more little bags ready for the finishing
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Im thinking of swapping out the bears and stocking these cuties at instead.. what do you all think?
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Some more options and combos I have coming
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Anything you like? Let me know 😍
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