Native American Fashion

There seems to be quite a trend in fashion at the moment towards the Native American. Tribal/geometric prints and feathers are everywhere. It's a trend we've seen before, I remember only a few years ago fringes were quite the thing, and I'm sure we'll see it again. I'm quite a fan of this look and while I won't be using actual feathers I'm keen to incorporate some Native American imagery, patterns and materials into my own jewellery. The first logical step? Google images of course.

Lady Lux

Ginette Lapalme

Brett Manning

Corto Moltedo

Navajo pattern rug

For a more mythology based look at Native America visit my Visions of Whimsy blog.

Best Sellers of 2011

It seems like just yesterday I made my first pair of button studs, instead it was something like six months ago. Now 2012 has begun and things are going to be bigger and better than ever before. I can't wait!
I'm so thrilled with how Hearsay has gone so far, and it still boggles my mind when people respond so well to my creations, to the point where I can actually determine best sellers. So without further ado here they are, Hearsay's best sellers of 2011.

1. Fleur Noir Clips - Available on Etsy
2. Knitted Rope Necklace - Available on Etsy and Madeit
3. Nautical Striped Ring - Available online soon
4. Black Twisted Cord Necklace - Available online soon
5. Fleur Noir Studs - Available on Etsy and Madeit
6. Blue/White Striped Studs - Available on Etsy
7. Rope and Twisted Chain Bracelet - Available on Etsy and Madeit
8. Red Doily Tote - Available on Etsy and Madeit

Meet Hubert

So this is what happens when I give myself a day off for writing... shame.

 

Meet Hubert. Named for the professor in Futurama.

After the last West End Twilight Market of the year I was desperate for a stuffed elephant. I'd missed out on a gorgeous one (nothing like mine, not that he isn't gorgeous) and resolved to make my own. After a half-arsed google search didn't turn up the exact pattern I wanted I was disheartened, but I did find this and was inspired to just make it up as I went. The result was Hubert.

Hubert is made with felt, embroidery thread, little button eyes, and some stuffing my dog pulled out of his bed. My plan is to keep him in my handbag and pull him out during awkward social situations, though he'll probably just stay sitting on my desk beside my printer. he's about 8cm long, 6.5cm tall, and 5cm wide.

Hubert and I are now off to work on that short story I've been neglecting.

Getting Ready for the West End Twilight Markets

I just love little stacks of neatly cut paper don't you?

So tomorrow's the West End Twilight Markets, held every Saturday at the corner of Wilson and Boundary St.
They only started up a month ago but have a great vibe with live music and great food. I'm thrilled to announce that I will not only be selling at tomorrow's market but the one after that as well. I'm hoping they'll serve as a good lead up to Christmas and am looking forward to meeting new people and trying a completely different type of market.
If you still need that perfect present, or an awesome stocking stuffer, maybe a secret santa gift check out the West End Twilight Markets.
I think it will be great, see you there.

Mmmm Coffee

Mmmm Coffee by sarahfallon on polyvore.com

Kate Spade New York Wickford Sea Cliffs Mugs
$19 - lordandtaylor.com

Jonathan Adler Carnaby Scales Mug
$18 - lordandtaylor.com

UGLYDOLL BABO COFFEE MUG in Kitchen at Sourpuss Clothing
$12 - sourpussclothing.com

Monochrome

Monochrome by sarahfallon featuring jersey shirts

Jersey shirt
$105 - reissonline.com

True religion skinny jeans
$270 - stylebop.com

Azzedine alaia shoes
$110 - reportshoes.com

Mimco twist jewelry
£99 - comparestoreprices.co.uk

Ugo Cacciatori silver jewelry
€406 - lindestore.com

Star earrings
tacori.com



It seems like I'm just catching on to Pinterest when Polyvore comes walking along. Here's my very first set, I was just playing really, hope you like it. I'm going to 'clip' some of my items at some point and make some Hearsay sets or sets with Hearsay items in them. But most importantly it's really fun, try it out.

B B B B Bracelets!

Isn't it funny, when I'm dedicating myself to making things for Hearsay all I want to do is write, and when I'm dedicating myself to writing all I want to do is make things.

My word count for NaNoWriMo is currently around 34500 which is roughly 2000 words behind today's goal. This is partly because I have been sneaking away from the laptop every so often to make bracelets. That's right bracelets. A sector of the jewellery realm that Hearsay was yet to discover... until now.

Here's some previews of what I've been working on.

These  natural cotton rope and gold platted chain bracelets will be for sale at the Bleeding Heart markets on Ann street in Brisbane City, they'll also be available online soon at either Madeit or Etsy.

These two are still in the production stage, I'm not too sure about the one on the left and the one on the right is made with beautiful white wooden beads I bought in Sydney and now have to figure out if they're available to buy online or mail order.

This one I really quite like, though I made it a bit big for myself. Unfortunately the recycled silk thread I made it from (bought in Byron, made in Nepal) is easily broken. That may not be the case with the multiple threads and the wrapping, but I just don't trust it to hold up under the stresses of everyday life.

Last but not least, something a little different. Four strands of black cord and silver plated findings this bracelet is a little more elegant and classic than the others, it will also be at Bleeding Heart and online in the coming weeks.

I'm also working on a semi-top secret fringe bracelet. I finished the prototype today but the photo's I took don't do it justice, so I'm hiding it away until further notice.