BeRRYBaLLiSTiC

CHRiSTMaS aGaiN aLReaDY?!

2011-12-12T20:44:00.005+11:00

Yep, it must be that time again.

The advent calendar has been hung (and fought over whose turn it is to open each morning), the Christmas tree has been acquired (model's festive tree hunting pants can be found here). On the other hand, I am not quite up to date on gift shopping or Christmas cards but a wonderful surprise from Wendy June via Jorth came my way this week in the form six adorable monsters that I won with a woeful monster related pun should get me moving on that front. Thank you to both of you.

BiKeR BoY

2011-11-22T09:36:00.003+11:00

No outing is complete without coordinating attire and what better outfit to wear when strolling along a bike path than BiKe pants. Never mind that we can't actually ride a bike yet, its more important that we at least look the part.

SuMMeR BeRRieS

2011-11-16T11:33:00.005+11:00

Speaking of summer around the corner, look at these beauties ripening in the back yard. Keeping cane berries such as these raspberries and blackberries, is not too different from looking after kids actually - if you don't keep an eye on them you'll find them sneaking off and popping up in other parts of the garden just where you don't want them. It's worth it though for the firm, unbruised, sweet taste of a perfectly ripe berry that hasn't been carted from farm to market to home. These ones rarely even make it into our house before consumption though.

The blueberries being a bush are a little tamer but these ones are still a little way off though and the birds seem to have a keener eye for them turning blue than we do.

So why am I rabbiting on about my berries? Well apart from how good they are to grow and eat, I suppose they are part of the inspiration behind the name BeRRYBaLLiSTiC, something fresh, vibrant in colour and straight from my own back yard.

SuMMeR SToRMS

2011-11-13T21:13:00.003+11:00

It's been a week of hot days turning into afternoon thunderstorms here in Sydney. Makes for a wet but fun walk home from school and was the inspiration behind turning this great fabric into this summer dress once your school uniform is discarded to a soggy mess on the floor.

HiBeRNaTiON oVeR

2011-11-08T13:13:00.005+11:00

Whoa. You slink off for a quick nap in 2009 and looks what happens, you wake up and its summer 2011. Yikes!

OK, so I HAVE been busy during the hibernation (babies, kids, school, renovations as well as a little sewing etc) - what have you been up to?

Anyway, I'm back again, with a slightly scaled down philosophy this time. I'm not even pretending to be a big shiny mass producing shop - its just too boring, repetitious and exhausting. Basically I'm sewing stuff on a whim, whenever I pick up nice fabric or see a design that takes my fancy. I'm keeping one for me and one or two for the shop and that's it. Limited runs, not one in every size!

One for me and one for you - sounds like a plan!

THeSe PaNTS aRe MaDe FoR TRaVeLLiNG

2009-11-22T15:43:00.005+11:00

The gallery has been updated with some more photos recently. Have a look - its where you can see real kids enjoying BeRRYBaLLiSTiC designs in real life.

All BeRRYBaLLiSTiC designs start off life in Australia but they sure do travel. Some fans have sent in some holidays pics of their stylish offspring globetrotting in BeRRYBaLLiSTiC. Can you guess from the photos which countries these lucky kids have travelled to? I'll give you a hint - most of the photos have been taken in Australia but there's also some sets of photos from 3 different countries: one in Asia, one in Europe and one in North America. Worked it out yet? No? I'll be back later with more hints.

In the meantime, why not send in a photo of your kids in BeRRYBaLLiSTiC? It doesn't have to be anywhere exotic, your backyard or local park is just as good!

P.S. Did you work it out? The answer is Bali, France and New York, USA.

THiNKiNG aBouT CHRiSTMaS?

2009-11-10T16:30:00.004+11:00

This little set for your one year old is great for festive season but could easily be worn again after Christmas is over as it doesn't absolutely scream jingle bells!

It comes with its own set of red cotton bloomers but you could just as easily add your own stockings or an under shirt in cooler weather as our grubby little model has with her own smaller version of this set.

"Get ready for SuMMeR" SaLe

2009-10-07T16:59:00.002+11:00

Enter discount code "summer10" at the checkout to receive 10% all products storewide. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Hurry sale ends 1st December 2009.

Its SPRiNGTiMe !!

2009-09-07T16:40:00.000+10:00

Which usually means Oatley Festival is around the corner. Unfortunately, I just can't make it this year which is a shame because its such a nice day. I've still got lots of things coming up for spring and summer though including old favourites such as the wide legged samurai style pants in new patterns as well as some new designs in summery skirts and dresses. Also investigating adding some things for the grown up girls (mums)....keep an eye out, or better yet sign up for the product RSS feed and you won't miss a thing.

A new quilt for a new little man

2009-06-19T21:36:00.004+10:00

This one was a special custom order for a brand new little boy born last month into his first winter. Its mainly made up of scraps of fabric from ghosts of projects past but with a few new complementary fabric purchases thrown in. The inspiration for the design comes from a more flowery one that Heather Bailey did a few years ago, although mine is a bit more abstract with the quilting finish.

If you like this one and want a quilt for your little person, why not have a look at some more quilts over here!

FREE delivery throughout Australia in April

2009-04-01T14:58:00.012+11:00

Just for the coming month, all regular postal deliveries to all regions of Australia are absolutely FREE!! Delivery will show as $0.00 at checkout. Let me know beforehand if you want express postage or insurance as there will be an extra charge.

Here's hoping your postie is less cheeky than ours...

STYLE NOTES: Our postie defiantly wears a BeRRYBaLLiSTiC oReNJi KaeRu skirt teamed with model's own stripey tights (even though shorts or pants would be far more appropriate for bicyle riding)

Boy-berry

2009-03-21T18:33:00.011+11:00

While I wouldn't be to hasty to pinpoint my any of my designs as being specifically for boys or girls, I would say that the majority of them (especially the dresses!) are more probably more suitable for your little lady. However, I have attempted to restore the balance lately with some more 'boyish' designs in the pants and hats categories especially. That's not to say girls can't wear them...but you know what I mean!

There's more boy (and girl) stuff to come so let me know what your little man (or lady) likes to wear.

Open sesame: Its a new website and new shopping cart

2009-02-25T16:17:00.001+11:00

Yay!! We've launched a new shopping cart and while we were at it a whole new website. You'll notice some of the features from the old website have stayed such as the gallery. However, there's lots of new stuff too including a Product RSS feed which means that if you subscribe, you can be automatically updated whenever new product is added, without having to constantly check the website.

Another great new feature is the incorporation of discount codes and to kick things off we're offering 10% off all items (not postage) when you enter the code "OPENSESAME" at the checkout. Its for a very limited time only, so get in quick. (This discount code can not be used in conjunction with any other)

Lastly and perhaps the most important change is moving to pricing in AUD. Although I love Etsy it was just too hard to deal in USD.

So welcome, come have a look around and let me know what you think!

Free Delivery for postcodes 2220, 2222, 2223.

2009-01-10T21:32:00.002+11:00

Yep, to the lucky people in these Australian postcodes, I'm currently offering free delivery. Contact me before heading to check out if you want to take up this offer. Combined with a no hassles return and exchange policy, shopping locally couldn't be easier!

Send us your pics!!

2008-12-18T20:58:00.004+11:00

Don't forget to send in your pictures of your cute bubs and kids wearing BeRRYBaLLiSTiC around the town....we'll feature them in the gallery!!

Oatley Village Festival 2008

2008-10-18T22:04:00.004+11:00

BeRRYBaLLiSTiC held a market stall at the annual Oatley Village Festival for the first time this year. It was a very warm day for October but there was lots of enthusiastic shoppers especially keen for the hand made pants, skirts, hats and dresses. The free 'berry' lollies proved a hit with the kids. The doll bed and quilt prize was drawn from the box of entries at the end of the day and went to A. Hart of Padstow Heights.

Hopefully we will see you at the festival in October 2009!!

BeRRYBaLLiSTiC is in stock at 'Little Bird at Elliot'

2008-09-16T14:33:00.013+10:00

A selection of BeRRYBaLLiSTiC dresses, pants and hats are now available at 'Little Bird at Elliot' which opened its doors in Port Elliot this week. It's owner Kate describes the store as... “Little Bird at Elliot is the collective nest of independent designs from independent minds.

It is the merging of simplicity and quality. Timber, ceramics, textiles and raw materials blend to create a range of products with warmth, diversity and soul. Little Bird at Elliot is dedicated to providing you with personal and interior accessories from independent Australian and International Designers who will bring fresh uniqueness and individuality to your own nest...wherever that may be."

You can visit Little Bird at Elliot at:

Shop 1/38 North Terrace

Port Elliot SA 5212

Ph: (08) 8554-2400