Paper Love Affair

Before I head down to the Eumundi Markets on Saturday, I have to bring you a few things I have found over on Madeit. I have always had a love affair with paper, from cards, pretty wrapping paper and journals, but I have found some rather beautiful and creative uses for paper here too!

My first find are these beautiful paper garlands from THE papertie AFFAIR. Perfect for hanging in a window of a child's room for a different take on the traditional mobile or also fantastic for wrapping around a gorgeous gift.

This stunning clock from SooP is another creative use of paper. Inlaid with authentic Japanese Yuzen Washi/Chiyogami paper and finished with Swarovski crystals this beautiful clock is perfect for next to the bed.

Mooza Designs uses paper to create inspirational words that would look perfect in any room. Using an acrylic base and topped with Japanese paper then sealed with a resin coating, Mooza Designs will personalize any word you like.

So when you are looking for something a little different, look to paper for some inspiration!

Love Jo

xx

Perth Upmarket

My trip to the Perth Upmarket on Sunday was fantastic. I am in awe of all the talented people there are in our city - and our state for that matter. People came to show their wares all the way from Geraldton!

Among my favourites there on Sunday were Eco Peko, Rubber Gob & Mokoh Design.

Eko Peko has beautiful 100% organic cotton t-shirts for babies and kids and are available in sizes 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 1 year & 2 years.

Their designs are gorgeous and have messages including "eco babies say no to plastic" and "My Dad recylces more than your Dad". I bought one for my son that says "Little Greenie".

Each t-shirt comes in a gorgeous hessian eco bag with some open pollenated, certified organic veggie seeds inside for $49.95.

Rubbergob is the brainchild of Graphic Designer & artist Rachael Barkess,

and her business partner Janine Finnie.

Based in Perth, Rubbergob produces greeting cards, printed works and paper based items.

I love their Domestic Drudgery range which includes "Big Bums",

"Fork You" and "Watchadoin".

They also have gorgeous gift tags, canvas prints and a kids range.

Mokoh Designs is based in Perth, WA and is owned by artist Trudy Baker and husband Andy. Mokoh is named after their 2 children, Molly and Koh.

All Trudy's creations are handmade with the majority of the products made from Elemental

Chlorine Free pulp sourced from sustainable, well managed forests.

Mokoh has a cute range of gift cards called "Parliament" which features the most gorgeous owls. I had to buy a large print for my son's bedroom then the lovely Trudy gave me one of her too cute Parliament Owl cutouts. I feel very privelledged as these were not for sale, but Trudy went in search of a spare one for me to take home.

Mokoh Designs also has a fantastic range of notebooks, magnets, stationary pegs and tile pendants. Their online store is coming soon!

Do you Have a Cheeky Monkey?

Not just a cute name, Your Cheeky Monkey has gorgeous handcrafted products for baby showers, new babies, and children too! They also have stuff for mums and dads. 

Monique Nickalls is the owner of Gold Coast based Your Cheeky Monkey and is a work at home mum 

(WAHM) with two Cheeky Monkey's of her 

own - 2 boys aged 2 & 3. 

Last year, Monique decided it was time to share her passion for hand-sewn products with the world, luckily for us, as her products are just gorgeous! 

Monique says;

"Our aim, after working in different industries and experiencing different levels of customer service, is to provide beautiful, unique, 

memorable gifts and practical items for people of all ages while at the same time providing the best possible customer service. We know how important your time is."

From the very practical Burp Cloths for $15 (I could have done with a tonne of these having had a son with reflux!), to the too cute hand made Googly Eye Bunnies at $19.95, Your Cheeky Monkey has great gift ideas for every baby!!

I really like the Recycled Fabric Tote for $39.95 which is made from recycled jeans and upholstery off-cuts. 

When you sign up for Your Cheeky Monkey's Newsletter, you receive a VIP discount code, exclusive giveaways, tips & recipes and entry into the 

monthly voucher draw.

Your Cheeky Monkey's current specials are;

10 - 20% off all Organic Skincare Products

Buy 6 Finger Puppets, get 

one FREE!

30% off all sunscreens and Fingerpuppets. 

Mr Sparrow

I couldn't talk unique shops and special finds without mentioning Mr Sparrow! Mr Sparrow has an eclectic and beautiful range of home and gift wares from all over the world. Their range includes garden gifts like plants in tea cups or gardening tools as well as quirky home wares like a canvas Grandpa clock!

Their featured product this month is Laikonik's Once-A-Year Book. This beautiful keepsake has a place for a photo and special comments for every year of your child's' life until they are 18 and the book comes in a beautiful hand stitched felt bag. 

Visit Mr Sparrow at Shop 3, 223 Bagot Road, Subiaco.