Ann Marie Holt, founder of Map 29 will take your chosen address or favourite destination and turn it into a cute purse like this. Or, if you prefer, Ann can also whip up a make-up bag or a snap clutch. Map 29 purses are made in Melbourne and you can order directly from the Map 29 shop.

Tiny gentleman bird looking to meet soul mate for some new adventures. Likes early morning sing-a-longs and that flowerhead shop on etsy.

OK, the prime knitting weather of the year is almost behind us, but when I came across this site I still got a bit excited. As a knitter (and not a totally ace one at that), I’ve always been a bit jealous of people with crochet skills and their ability to create cute little 3D toys with such ease and panache. Fuzzy Mitten is full of cheap – and some free – knitting patterns for us stitch n bitchers to get our own back. Catering for beginners and intermediate skill levels (yay!), it’s full of pretty toy ideas and instructions. I can’t wait to get started.

Kia Hing Fay is not one for grand gestures. She has quietly opened up her online shop which is bursting at the seams with handmade goodies. Combining a crochet, embroidery and illustration and a love of Japanese and Scandinavian design, it’s too sweet to keep under wraps. Have a peek. We’re got some of her lovely digit family members to giveaway, email with your name and postal address for the chance to win.

Finders Keepers is in its last week of accepting applications for their October 31 and November 1 markets in Brisbane. They are looking for talented designers from all over Australia to participate. You don’t have to be a Queenslander! Come and expose your talents to an excited Brissie audience. Head over to Finders Keepers for info on how to apply. Hurry, scurry, applications close September 11. (PS Pretty teatowel below by Materialistic)

The six week boutique has released their second collection cross stitch kits titled the Saturday night girls. Inspired by creator Tamara’s motorcycle riding, trouser wearing great grandmother Dulcie, this collection is limited edition and exclusive to their online store.