Finally an album just on the clutch!

Yes, I've finally come up with enough fabric combinations to create a photo album just on the foldover clutches.

you can place your orders by leaving me a message at www.facebook.com/madewithlove.n or email me at madewithlove.n@gmail.com

love, n

Public Garden at Artspace@Helutrans

Hi!

What a hectic yet fulfilling weekend :) I made friends, and most importantly, I achieved one of my goals by being a seller at a Public Garden (and definitely more to come).

To be very honest, I didn't have enough products so the week prior to the PG, this elf was real busy! With alot of support from family and friends, I did it!

I had really good feedback on this fabric clutch. Seems like I wasn't the only who loves the goldfish print!

only for $40!

I'm currently on the hunt for more of this Goldfish print. Hoping to update with good news :)

and so I made one more in another combination of fabrics!

I recruited an assistant elf (my sister) and both of us reached this near god-forsaken place opposite the old Tanjong Pagar Railway Station around noon. I'm really glad I chose Public Garden because the sellers taking part are serious about their craft. Besides, PG has good marketing and also a set of followers who would visit wherever they are when they can!

Ta da!

Really fortunate to have so many supportive friends and of course my family, coming all the way to say hi and buy me food! I had so much food that I had to bring home to share and eat for the next day's breakfast :)

There were very positive feedback, especially for the clutch. There are quite a few people asking to attach a long strap to it to make it into a sling, so it's hands-free - I AM looking for a gorgeous good quality chain to go with it currently. I'm quite fussy because if my customer is paying $40 for the clutch, I want the best quality of chain that budget can afford - especially one that doesn't tarnish with time.

Phew! It was a tiring weekend, but I would do it again anytime. In fact... I have something up my sleeve ;) Will update on that soon!

Tata~

xoxo, nadine

Been too long!

HELLLOOOOOO!

Oh my goodness! Why did I leave my blog in cobwebs for so long? Honestly, I haven't been up to much (sadly). BUT! I'm setting up a booth in the next Public Garden market at Artspace @ Helutrans and I'm super excited about it. It's on 11 & 12th July, from 1pm to 8pm. I'm thinking... pouches (duh), clutches, totes, clay ring dishes and maybe a couple of terrariums :)

Just some stuff that I've done recently:

I'll be back with updates on my first Public Garden as a seller!

love, n

Envelope Liners!

Pinterest is a very important social media platform for me. It's my source for inspiration - it's a window to the many talented artist around the world!

I come across beautifully made envelope liners regularly and today I have decided to give it a try this weekend (hopefully..) to make a kraft envelope and a self-drawn liner, or to make good use of the old wrappers lying around in the house.

It's Friday! Have you planned your weekend?
Love, n

Travel Kitties are back!

I had quite a few requests for this fabric so I finally bought more and completed a pending order for a friend..

Par Avion Tote

I really enjoy making tote bags!
Isn't this new fabric lovely? I love that shade of blue :)

oh, did I mention that my totes are all reversible?

Ready made at $30

love, n

Foldover Clutch!

I looooove the goldfish print!

Officially launching this on Saturday as I'm sharing a booth with a friend at Scape park flea market! come say hi and enjoy some exclusive discounts :)

This will launch at SGD40 for a limited period of time, and after that, it will be SGD45.

love, n

Chia Seeds

Hello there!

Today's post is not about crafts, but I'd like to share with you something that a good friend has just shared with me.
I have been eating chia seeds for a month now, and I love it! There are many health benefits to it and it's crunchy in my plain water (quite fun to drink), so why not give it a try?
I bought my chia seeds (Australia, organic. Orange packaging) from Unity. Some Fairprice sells it too.

This is an article more on chia seeds and you may even grow the plant! There you go :)

love, n

some random flowers~

This is called Yarrow. Hello? Yellow Yarrow~
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This is Scabiosa, sometimes used in bridal bouquets. Their soft purple hue is quite popular.
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Sneak peek!

I got my hands on the prettiest fabrics today! They are from Japan, very soft and oh the prints!
This is a preview before I take proper photos (pressing them, proper lighting, background.. Etc)

These aren't cheap, so there will be a premium charged. Are you interested? Email me before they are all gone!

Love, n

Samples up for grabs!

What I mean by "samples" are the first pieces I make when I experiment something. They aren't perfect but they are still decent.

For example, that drawstring bag is perfectly fine except that I got the planned size wrong. It measures 26.5 x 27cm.

Or -

The single handle tote which measures 23.5 x 19 with a base width of 9cm, has a pocket on the inside which didn't turn out as well as I wanted it to.

Not forgetting the gadget case that I made some time ago, which of course didn't fit the gadget because customization can be a challenge sometimes. This sample can probably fit something that is 18.5 x 25cm.

You can get one of these for just $5 (inclusive of normal postage) or you may just get it for free when you order something from my Readymade album on the Facebook page :)

Xoxo, n

Makeup Pouch!

I love this photo. I should have taken one long ago so that I can easily answer questions such as "how big is it?" and "I need to put a lot of stuff, is it big enough?"

This is M size, only $20.

:)
Love, n

Coaster Giveaway winners!

It's time to draw the winners!
For those who have shared the post (I LOVE YOU GUYS!) - will have 2 chances instead of 1 =)
I honestly don't know how the other bloggers do this, but some use the "True Random Number Service", which I have always used. I assign numbers to the participants according to what I see when I click on my page, and then use that Number Generator!

1. Sharon Min Ah Ng
2. Evelyn Tan
3. Daphne Foo
4. Gilbert Kong
5. Labelle Luo
6. Sonia Tan
7. Julie Ng
8. Jinq Yi
9. Thong Meng Mei
10. Chu'Ai Kate
11. Yingxiu Liu
12. Henry Neo
13. Pamela Kong
14. Christine Pang
15. Shawna Lam
16. Lily Suraini
17. Natalie Tiong Dun Lin
18. Nini Khan
19. Ming Min
20. Nazeera Cornelius
21. Peter Wong
22. Shi Qi
23. Arjun Adhikari
24. Jenny Chang
25. Mary-Anne Lee
26. Catherine SooSean
27. Fida
28. Dilys
29. Cecilia Tay
30. Juliah Bee
31. Shufen Tham
32. Amanda Zhou
33. Natalie Tiong (shared)
34. Gilbert Kong (shared)
35. Sharon Min Ah Ng (shared)

Yay!! Congratulations to the winners =) I will be in touch with you guys! Please be patient with me ^^
Thank you guys again
Have a great weekend!

xoxo, n

Time management

I need better time management. Or maybe just be more disciplined. Or maybe a craft studio with no bed around!
When I'm at work, I get inspired by my Pinterest feed. But when I finally do get home, I just feel so exhausted from the entire day of working on excel coatings that I just want to sit and zone out.
I get motivated when I get orders like this wristlet which I haven't made for a while.
But this shouldn't be the way! I want to make new things! I need more weekends!

Love, n

Coasters Giveaway!

Doing a little giveaway this Monday morning because Mondays are such a chore.. 
5 assorted designs! Go to www.facebook.com/Madewithlove.n to like and win!

Panel fabric with swedish designs

What should I do with this? This is so cute but it was an impulse buy so I only got half a yard.
Uncle didn't even cut straight lines :(((
I'm very particular about cutting fabrics because it affects my sewing.
Anyhow... Should I just leave it like that or.. Make a bag? :)
Love, n

Travel drawstring bags!

Introducing a new size to the drawstring collection. Well, there are only 2 types of drawstring bags that I have now so maybe calling it a 'collection' is stretching it a little. Haha!
This new size is great for travel! It helps me organize my clothes - to be honest, I use it mainly for my underwear when going on a long trip (more than 4 days).
Or I use it when I bring clothes to and fro, for fitness classes.

I'm running a little promotion for this - order today for just $20, which after today, the usual price would be $28.

What do you think of this new size?

xoxo, n

A sweet thoughtful gift!

A customer came back and asked me if I could make a little eye patch for a teddy bear. It was a curious request and she explained that her friend is going for an eye operation soon and she would like to give her a little gift.
This is so so sweet!!
So I gave it a try and it turned out to be kinda funny and cute.. But I think this will be a one time thing because making clothes and accessories for dolls/plush isn't something I would want to do too many times! Haha

Hand-stamped laptop sleeve~

In my excitement to post an order out to this awesome loyal customer, I forgot to snap a photo before sealing the envelope. She has kindly sent me a few shots when I asked her to help!

She wanted both fabrics so one side was the kitty fabric, and the other was one that I specially stamped for her.
The A5 mousepad was also a customized one which I sent to her as a gift as a thank-you for being super patient with me when I was busy and took a really long time to complete her order.

Have a good week!
love, n

Inspired by Colors

I know what I will be doing this weekend if I were free...

Check out The Alison Show and get inspired by Yao on watercolors :)

love, n