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SALE SALE SALE

2010-06-05T09:00:00.004+10:00

Everyone loves a sale and a good quality one at that!! I am currently having a sale through my etsy store pinna4piper.etsy.com. Everything has been drastically reduced to prices I'm not even sure cover the cost of fabrics let alone the time spent creating but I am feeling generous. The more you give the more you recieve lovelies!!!!! There are a couple of items that are in the $30 USD range but mostly everything is $25 USD and under. Postage has also been slashed to bare minimum so there are no nasty surprises here.
EXAMPLES OF SALE : These gorgeous shorts and bloomers, both made with beautiful quality japanese fabrics, were $30 USD now only $15 USD. A sweet little vintage fabric dress and bloomers set was $30 USD now $18 USD. I am not sure how long the sale will last so go ahead and check it out and maybe pick up a bargain or 2 while you're there.

SCREAMING VINTAGE, SCREAMING 70'S

2010-05-01T08:02:00.002+10:00

I just love these 2 skirts. For one the fabrics are fabulously vintage and for two the actual pattern is a vintage as well. Both size 3 and available to buy through my ETSY STORE. . And there is nothing much else that I can say because the skirts speak for themselves, or should I say scream!!

NEW TO MONKEYTAIL & WELLINGTON

2010-04-26T11:49:00.002+10:00

There are 2 very cute, very funky little PINNA 4 PIPER pinny's heading to Monkeytail & Wellington very soon and I just wanted to share them with you.
One is made with an adorable fairytale piece of japanese cotton fabric and the other is made with a fabulous vintage piece that screams 1970's at you.
They will both retail for $ 60 AUD and are size 5 and size 6 one of a kinds so first in best dressed!!

NEW TO HANDMADE HEAVEN

2010-04-11T08:52:00.002+10:00

This week I sent off some new PINNA 4 PIPER stock to the Lovely Liesa at HANDMADE HEAVEN in Ipswich, Queensland!
Here is a sneak peak at some of that stock which are all priced at a very low $18 each, a small price to pay for a little individuality, ENJOY!!

CUTE LITTLE PINNY

2010-04-05T17:55:00.002+10:00

Hope everyone had a lovely and safe Easter. I just wanted to share with you all a pinny that I have made with the most fabulous japanese fabric and absolutely adore. It is on it's way to online store KAWAII KIDS, so look out for it because it's a one of a kind and I also think it is a must have Size 5 Pinny.

ARTSHUSHUS

2010-03-20T09:07:00.003+11:00

Well Yesterday I was lucky enough to be featured by the lovely Violet at Artshushus. It is a must to check out Violets beautiful BLOG that features all sorts of diviness including her own fantastic art and while you read through this gorgeous blog you will be treated to some lovely easy listening music. Violet also has 2 lovely ETSY shops as well, ARTSHUSHUS and PARISACCENT. Make sure you drop on in to enjoy the lovliness.
Have a great weekend!

VINTAGE POP

2010-03-19T07:05:00.002+11:00

I came across this most lovely fabric a couple of weeks ago when I was searching for freshness. It is called VINTAGE POP and is designed by SHONA FARR designs in Brisbane, Australia.
The quality is divine, the print is divine, the rich redness is divine!!! I made this gorgeous little smock dress with it, teaming it with just some plain rich ruby red cotton, that I wanted to share with you all!
It is available for sale right now in my ETSY STORE, PINNA 4 PIPER, and has also been featured in an article at KIDindependent. Very exciting!!!! I just love my day ( and night ) job!

VINTAGE FABULOUS

2010-03-12T06:32:00.003+11:00

I am so excited to share with you all my fabulous vintage find and what it has transformed into so far! Browsing through ebay the other ( well I was just supposed to be browsing, I tried I really did, woops lucky my husband doesn't read my blog, ) and I came across the most delightfully bright, fun and funky vintage childrens curtains. The price tag was a little steep ( O.K a lot steep for my "browsing" budget) but I knew I just had to have them. The possibilities of what I could do with this fabric were endless! So yes I clicked on the BUY button and yes when they arrived I hid them from my husband ( or at least the receipt ) and yes I started sewing madly! And here are 2 of the reproductions so far, I hope you enjoy! For more details and pictures click on the following link, PINNA 4 PIPER, and it will take you to my Etsy store where both these items are available to purchase. Have a lovely weekend everyone.

A FEW MORE WINTER ITEMS

2010-02-21T20:10:00.002+11:00

Just introducing to you all a few more of my Autumn/Winter designs. You can see more detailed descriptions and pictures in my Etsy Store, PINNA 4 PIPER .

ONCE A PILLOWCASE

2010-02-08T20:12:00.003+11:00

I just wanted to quickly share with you all my latest upcycle.
This pillowcase caught my eye because of the sweetness of the colourings and prints plus the quality of the cotton( it obviously was part of a doona cover set ).
Now it's an adorable little romper suit , a vintage pattern at that!!
Now that's what I call upcycling, recycling , ethical and eco- friendly, wouldn't you agree!
To check out more pics and detail visit my ETSY STORE!

MY 2 NEW FAVOURITE VINTAGE DESIGNS

2010-02-07T08:50:00.002+11:00

I went a treasure hunting the other day and stumbled across this brilliant vintage childrens bedroom ( I am assuming ) curtain. In fact I haven't been for a while and to my surprise I stumbled across many a treasure.

But this curtain being my favourite, my mind started ticking over at the possibilities.

Once home and washed the curtain was ready to transform.

And transform it did, into 2 garments in fact. 1 a gorgeous 100% twirlable skirt for a little cherub who is a size 2 and the other a fabo dress top. If you would like to see more detailed pics and info. visit my pinna4piper.etsy.com to check them out.

Enjoy!!

HANDMADE HEAVEN - PINNA 4 PIPERS LATEST STOCKISTS

2010-02-03T16:28:00.003+11:00

A unique collection of Pinna 4 Piper ( some outfits pictured in this post) now have a new home at HANDMADE HEAVEN , located at SHOP #11, The OLd Flour Mill, 231 Brisbane St, Ipswich, Queensland.

You can also check out Liesa's lovely Handmade Heaven blog where you can see what else this beautifully unique shop has to offer.

Thanks a bunch Liesa, I look forward to a long and prosperous working relationship!!

I will post more pictures of what is available at Handmade Heaven soon.......

WINTER 2010 ON ITS WAY

2010-01-08T09:16:00.002+11:00

Well It's official, I am hopeless at keeping up with regular blogging!!!

My aim for 2010 is to keep it more frequent, so here goes......

I have started on my 2010 WINTER COLLECTION. I know , I know it's still blooming hot.

Anyhow it's full of one of a kind ( as always ) designs that involve denim flares, denim culottes , knicker bockers , pinnafores , overalls and much much more.

The pictures I have included with this post are a little sneak peak but if you want to know more visit my ETSY STORE regularly to keep updated.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!

FREE SHIPPING SALE

2009-12-17T07:35:00.003+11:00

From me to you, my ETSY store is having a free shipping sale to anywhere in the world from now until the 31st of December. There is still time to receive your purchases before the big man in red arrives if you live in Australia!!! So don't miss out guys, there is only 8 more sleeps!!! The christmas outfit pictured is also having a 50% off sale. It was $40 USD now it's $20 USD.

GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESSIES

2009-12-14T21:43:00.003+11:00

Hey everyone, well it's 11 more sleeps til the big man arrives. 11 more sleeps til we find out who's been naughty or nice. Hmm!!!

So I wanted to share some of my recent designs with you all because I think they would make great unique christmas gifts for any little cherub out there!!!

And there is still time to receive them before the big day, so if you like what you see these items are all available at my etsy store .

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!

VINTAGE ITALIAN COTONE = a truly one of a kind party dress!

2009-12-09T07:57:00.003+11:00

Check out this most gorgeous fabric I found. It was an uncut piece of vintage 100% Italian cotton. I was so excited. It is just the most divine piece I have ever seen. The colours are so so vibrant and radiant. I just knew it had to be a party dress for some bright and bubbly little personality. So here you have it. A party dress fit for royalty. I am so jealous that there wasn't enough fabric for an adult sized dress. You can check out more detailed pictures and description at my ETSY STORE. 100% TWIRLABILITY !!!!

modern handmade child - winter '09

2009-12-03T11:11:00.000+11:00

modern handmade child - winter '09

2009-12-03T10:45:00.004+11:00

SOME RECENT LISTINGS

2009-11-30T20:43:00.003+11:00

Well I thought I'd better show off some more of my most recent designs. They are all currently for sale at my etsy store, pinna4piper.

The first is a gorgeous little kaftan style top that I have made using a beautifully kept vintage linen tea cloth. It has turn out so well.

Then there is a couple of pairs of shorts using fabric from two of my favourite designers, Pamela Walker ( the hippo shorts ) and Amy Butler.

Pamela Walker had this range of fabric out in the 1970's and Sprout Design have very wisely recreated her designs.

Hope you enjoy !!

Pinna4Piper – Babyology

2009-11-25T21:24:00.003+11:00

Pinna4Piper – Babyology

Hi everyone, I am back. I am still in the midst of the great renovations to our family home but now we have technology rights again.

Anyhow I wanted to share this editorial about yours truly with you all ( just click on the babyology link above ).

I would love you to check it out.

I shall be back soon.

Cheers, Jo xx

ONCE A TABLECLOTH ON A TABLE IN THE 1970'S

2009-09-30T21:32:00.003+10:00

Now 3 gorgeously unique items of childrens clothing! I bet the original owner never saw that coming. The overalls are for sale in my etsy store and the other 2 items are for sale at Dorothy & Evelyn in St Kilda, Melbourne. I have to say the little overalls are my favourite!

ONCE A BEDROOM CURTAIN

2009-09-23T19:58:00.004+10:00

My girlfriend gave me a bag of fabric once and in it I found the most delightful piece of vintage curtain. As soon as I saw it I knew it was destined to be a dress after serving it's time as a childs bedroom curtain. It wasn't ready for the dump just yet. So here is the pinny I made with it and it is definetely one of my favourites. My neice wore it everywhere and now her little sister wears it everywhere. I wish it had of fit me because I know I would wear it everywhere too!!!!

MORE GORGEOUS VINTAGE FABRIC

2009-09-22T22:18:00.003+10:00

I found this vintage floral fabric in absolute pritine condition. It has made such a pretty dress for a little girl. It's soft and falls beautifully. If you wanted to see more pictures and review a more detailed description it is listed in my etsy store PINNA 4 PIPER. I'd love you to go and check it out and let me know what you think. Have a lovely nights sleep everyone.

BEAUTIFUL FLOWERGIRLS

2009-09-21T20:20:00.010+10:00

I just wanted to share with you all 2 flowergirl dresses that I made for a wedding late last year. I had so much fun designing and making them and I just love working with raw silk!! I was very proud of the outcome and the bride was so happy with the dresses as were the flowergirls. The photos don't do the dressses much justice but you will be able to get the jist. ENJOY!!

ANOTHER NEW STOCKISTS- MONKEYTAIL & WELLINGTON

2009-09-16T21:18:00.006+10:00

Yay,With many Thanks to Vicki at Monkeytail & Wellington, Pinna 4 Piper now has another new stockists.

Coming soon to Monkeytail & Wellington online boutique will be an exclusive selection of pinna 4 piper OOAK ( as always )designs including the ones pictured. I will keep you updated as more develops. Very exciting stuff!!

PINNA 4 PIPER HAS A NEW STOCKIST

2009-09-08T20:18:00.005+10:00

I am proud to announce that my clothing has a new stockist.

SODA POP KIDS now stocks a small range of my one of a kind childrens clothing!!!

Thankyou soooo much Andrea.

Pictured are a few of the items that are available. For more details go to the SODA POP KIDS website. I will endeavor to keep you updated on the new designs that find their way to their new stockists.

Exciting stuff!!!!

Thankyou to TIGES & WEINCE

2009-09-07T20:32:00.003+10:00

Sincere Thankyou for featuring my whimsical overalls in your Friday finds.

It is a must to check out their blog, "Tiges & Weince".

It is full of extra special treasures.

MACQUARIE MATRONS AND PINNA 4 PIPER

2009-09-07T10:56:00.004+10:00

The Macquarie Matrons bienniel fundraising ball is coming up on the 19th of September 2009 at the Namoi Cotton Gin, Gin Gin.

Founded in 1998, The Macquarie Matrons committee consists of a group of likeminded rural women who raise large sums of money at a bienniel ball through an auction for charities that are relevent to their committee and their communities. Pinna 4 Piper has supported the Matrons for their last 2 events and this year will be no exception.

The chosen charities for 2009 are Angel Flight Australia and The Macquarie Regional Support Fund.

So the outfit you see pictured along with the sailor outfit seen in blog #LITTLE SAILOR BOY will be included in the goods and services donated to be auctioned on the night of the ball.

For more details and to purchase tickets go to www.macquariematrons.com.au

Good luck Ladies and once again congratulations on a job well done!!!!!!!!!!!

PURE TALENT PLUG

2009-08-19T23:19:00.004+10:00

Hey everyone, I would love you all to check out my friends website www.candlestoneproductions.com

His animated features are just fantastic and he does all of the work involved himself.

Pure talent just screaming out to be found by the right person.

Unreal work Davey.

AN ECLECTIC COLLECTION OF VINTAGE DOILIES

2009-08-18T20:45:00.003+10:00

These are my favourite creations to work on. To start with I have sooooooo much fun searching for pieces of elegance and gorgeousness and after getting the courage to take to them with a pair of scissors seeing the finished product is sooo rewarding.

A piece of history some special little cherub will get to wear and twirl in. To see more detailed pics and description check out my etsy store, the link is on the top left hand side of this page.

YOU WILL NEVER FIND ANOTHER DRESS THE SAME!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ONCE A TABLECLOTH IN A SECOND HAND STORE

2009-08-17T20:52:00.003+10:00

I picked up this gorgeous vintage tablecloth from a second hand store, took it home and napisanned it, left it for a while and then finally got inspired to recreate it into this angelic dress. The photos don't do it any justice but my gorgeous auburn red, ringlet curly headed niece who resembles a cupid in those old fashioned photos certainly does do it the perfect justice.

LITTLE SAILOR BOY

2009-08-15T07:27:00.002+10:00

I made these shorts out of a vintage cotton curtain I found in one of my delightful treasure hunts. Thats one of my favourite things to do, hunting for fabulous pieces of vintage fabrics. This outfit reminds me of a little sailor bib and brace set my little boy wore when he was only a few months old ( he is now almost as tall as me and his voice is starting to crack , how time flies when you're having fun ).

Anyhow if you would like to check out more detailed pics and information about this cute little outfit, check it out at my etsy store, the link is on the top left hand side of this page.

have a fantastic weekend.

DOROTHY & EVELYN-PINNA 4 PIPER ITEM # 237

2009-08-10T21:25:00.005+10:00

OLIVE GREEN CORD DRESS WITH VINTAGE DOILY FLOWERS

SIZE 2 $ 90.00 AUD

DOROTHY & EVELYN-PINNA 4 PIPER ITEM #235

2009-08-06T20:56:00.006+10:00

VINTAGE OLIVE GREEN CHENILLE OVERALLS WITH FUNKY

70'S FABRIC APPLIQUED CAR AND POCKETS

SIZE 1 $70.00- AUD

MORE SPRING BLOSSOMS

2009-08-05T21:15:00.005+10:00

I love this floral fabric. I had the smallest bit left and managed to make this gorgeous little dress top with it. It looks great with the candy pink gingham. more detailed pics and description on my etsy store pinna4piper.etsy.com.

DOROTHY & EVELYN-PINNA 4 PIPER ITEM #80

2009-08-05T10:35:00.003+10:00

TEDDY BEAR T-SHIRT & COTTON TARTAN BLOOMERS

SIZE 00 $50.00 AUD plus p&h

DOROTHY & EVELYN -PINNA 4 PIPER ITEM #92

2009-08-05T10:12:00.007+10:00

GIRLS CHENILLE A-LINE SKIRT

SIZE 3 $50.00AUD plus p&h

DOROTHY & EVELYN -PINNA 4 PIPER ITEM#204

2009-08-04T12:55:00.014+10:00

VINTAGE APPLIQUED DRESS TOP & BLOOMERS -

SIZE 00 $ 70-00-AUD plus p&h

HUNGRY HUNGRY HIPPOS

2009-08-03T20:25:00.004+10:00

oh soooooooo cute.

I found a cot bumper in a secondhand store made out of this fab fabric(perfect condition, as new ). So I bought it, took it home and began unpicking, pulling it apart to find a couple of panels of these hungry hippos that I could use.

The fabric print is the same as a 1970's design by Pamela Walker so I am not sure if it is hers or not but It is exactly the same just different colouring than the one I have seen.

Anyhow it has made a great little outfit for a little prince out there.

To see more detailed pics and description visit my ETSY store, pinna4piper.etsy.com.

SPRING IS ON THE WAY

2009-08-02T19:48:00.003+10:00

Well we are having some beautiful days where I live. Quite reminiscent of the beginning of spring, my favourite time of year.

This gorgeous fabric reminds me of spring as well.

With it I have made these cute little overalls using, and I am quite proud of saying, my own drafted pattern.

I combined 2 of my normal patterns somehow to come up with this pattern.

To see more detailed pics and description go to my etsy store, pinna4piper.etsy.com, to check them out.

Very proud indeed!!

Hope you had a nice relaxing weekend.

WEDNESDAY'S CHILD

2009-07-29T20:50:00.003+10:00

Oh this is such a happy dress in person. Beautiful colours combined with a gorgeous pattern equals the perfect summers dress.

To see more detailed description and pictures go to my pinna4piper ETSY store.

I bought this fabric about 4 years ago and have only received the inspiration to reinvent it just recently. I knew I bought it for a reason!!!

1970's REVISITED

2009-07-28T21:29:00.005+10:00

Once a tablecloth way back in the 1970's now a fabulously groovy dress perfect for a hot summers day. This is my latest creation. I love it! The colours in it are soooo 70's.

And the denim fabrics are the perfect accompliment. To check it out more go to my pinna4piperETSY store.

AUSTRALIAN GIRLS SIZE 5

PINNA 4 PIPER

2009-07-27T21:25:00.001+10:00

Hi there, welcome to my new adventure.

BLOGGING

My name is Jo and I design and handmake unique childrens clothing.

I have an online store and I will endeavor to keep you updated on my new creations.

Until I figure all of this out I would like to share with you a few pics of some of my previous designs that I have sold to customers all around the world.

Starting with the gorgoeous skirt you see above.