Showing posts with label Designers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Designers. Show all posts

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Late start to 2011

Hello All,

Life's like a rollercoaster at the moment!

What's new?

Well, I've been slowly working away at the upcoming collection. It will not be launched by february as planned but will now be launched on the Millicent Russell website in March!

In the meantime, I have been to Singapore to celebrate Chinese New Year - this photo is of me getting my rabbit on.

I will also be gettting my wisdom teeth out in the next week or so - landing me at home for a whole week. If I am not too sore I will spend most of that time working away at new pieces.

Thank you to all my supporters who have stuck around. I promise the new collection will be wonderful :)

Not long to go now.

xoxo

Thursday, May 6, 2010

A Vintage Wedding

I'm currently working on jewellery for a friends wedding and I'm completely inspired by all things wedding.

I found these amazing designs on Etsy - ahh to add to the ever growing wish list.

1. Vintage bridal bouquet by Noaki
2. Glitterati garter by Florrie Mitton Couture
3.Colourful vintage bridal bouquet by 1 Amanda
4. Romance garter by Florrie Mitton Couture
5. Vintage chunky necklace by Raquel Castillo

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!! xoxo Amelia

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Barking Out Loud!

Want to know what all of the hype is about?


My lovely friend, Eva Lubulwa just launched a new creative's magazine called Bark Magazine featuring artists, desingers and much more!

The launch party was held last Thursday with an epic turnout. I had a chance to interview Eva about the new magazine and much more!

What is Bark Magazine?
Bark Magazine put simply is a magazine about up and coming creative’s.
Bark Magazine is a network of people who came together to build a dream and had a party to celebrate!!!!!

How did you come up with the idea for Bark? What was your inspiration?
Bark was kind of organic, I am lucky enough to know a lot of talented people in the city of Melbourne, I get to go to a lot of gigs, art shows and plays etc and it seems that everyone I met had something that they were creatively working away at which needed to be shouted out to the world.

I realised that there wasn’t a publication dedicated to people who are just starting out. Since I can remember I have been told that I possess an unusually loud voice so I thought it my duty to put this to good use. So I thought of Bark and sat on the idea for about a year before doing anything about it lol… I am a slow mover.

Who's involved in Bark - just yourself? - was it hard starting up a business from scratch?
Hee hee no there has been like 100 people involved in Bark so far, it is like a virus, contagious as anything! But yeah starting your own company is scary and I am still in the middle of setting up it all but the thing that I have learnt is that life only gives you what you can handle thank God!!

Who do you see reading Bark?
Myself lol I know that that sounds a bit narcissistic but that is the reason why you create things originally to read about and experience what you want to see written about. If anyone else wants to read it then I see them reading it too.

The greatest thing about Bark is that it doesn't fit into a specific genre. Bark Magazine is really for anyone who is creative, loves eye candy and likes to support what is fresh, new and wonderful… God I sound like a tooth fairy on love drugs…

Where do you see Bark Magazine in a years time?
I see Bark Magazine as I see myself -  older! lol...I really don’t know actually. This process is really one day at a time for me… I saw Bark Magazine as something that I photocopied and sold for a buck last year and it has kind of exceeded expectations. So at this time I am putting no limits on it this time. It would be nice if it was Australia wide it, it would be better if it was uncovering the best stuff out there… it would be nice if it was running faster than 100ks an hour. So at minimum I hope it just plan exists and at most I hope it is taking over the world lol.

Where can I get a copy?
Bark Magazine debut in most newsagencies in Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra on Monday 15 Feb 2010.  If you don't live in these cities, send me and email I will send you a subscription page personally and organize to send out a copy to you!!!

Can people get involved in the Bark Magazine phenomenon?
OHHHHHHHHH yeah you can get involved in Bark Magazine by sending me an email.
I am always in need writers, photographers, animators and graphic designers! Oh and anyone who can dish out sanity in 20 minute intervals near to deadline time lol that one is the most imperative. And if you have something to shout about please let me know!!!!
 
For more information visit Bark Magazines website or twitter page :)
 
xoxo Amelia

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Handmade Markets Debut!


Hi Everyone,

Sorry I've been a little bit quiet the past week. I've had a lot of work on (at my real job) and so I haven't had a chance to come on here.

A lot of exciting news though!

Firstly - On Sunday March 28 2010 I will be holding a stall at the Canberra Handmade Markets - These markets are Canberra's best markets delivering amazing handmade goods from a range of designers around Canberra.

Being my first time at these markets and it being the start of the Autumn season here in Australia, I will be showcasing a range of exclusive pieces in the beautiful colour pallete of Autumn. Tons of new pieces both one of a kind and limited edition, including a range of one of a kind brooches/pins to wear on those great Autumn jackets...

I can't say much more for the time being but I will be showing sneak previews to the lead up.

For all of those living in Canberra, come along - Canberra Handmade Markets will be held at the Kamberra Wine Company Devine Function Centre - located on  the Cnr Northbourne Ave & Flemington Rd Lyneham. It's a beautiful venue and it should be a great day out.

Stay tuned - more news to come :D
xoxo Amelia

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Shop Local - Western Australia

Ah WA, I love this state with its wonderful Margaret River, fruitful wineries and sunny beaches. Unfortunately it’s not somewhere I can access on the weekend as it’s on the complete opposite side of the continent!

Anyways, I’ve discovered some fantastic designers this week – here are some of my favourite picks.




'The Siren Button Bouquet' - letters4lilly
'Beware Bunnies Pocket Notebook' - Mitchell and Dent
'Set of 4 Jumbo Love Heart Magnets' - Cosmo House Slave
'Star Wars Yoda Lego Cufflinks' - Cosmo Fashion Slave

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Millicent Russell photoshoot and editorial

So I just got back from a photoshoot for my label Millicent Russell and it was very exciting! I went to one of the boutiques my jewelery is stocked in - a little boutique called Itrip Iskip - and met up with the lifestyle editor of a local magazine which is circulated weekly CityNews. I was photographed with my pieces and asked about how I started my business. I'll be sure to post the photos and articles as soon as it comes out :)

On another note I've finally scanned in the photos of my pieces in the Australian Bride To Be magazine. They used my pieces in two shots for their August edition.






Monday, November 9, 2009

Shop Local - Tasmania, Australia

Tassie is next! I loved my visit to Tasmania at the start of the year. I got to see a lot of the countryside and there are a lot of amazing designers there.

Here are some of my favourite items from Tasmanian based designers.



'Flora Note Cards with Matching Swing Tags' - Ruby Victoria
'Wrist Cuff - Quilted Cotton Patchwork' - Poppy Lane
'Proud Cream Bird' - Lovelyduck
'Upcycled Notebook' - Isis
'Small Wrist Bag' - Small Things by Nona
'Home Sweet Home pendant' - Little Lari

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Shop Local - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

I have been ‘shopping local’ on Etsy recently and have found some amazing Australian designers.

Here are some of my favourite items from Canberra based designers. You can some of these designers at the upcoming Handmade Markets in Canberra on 20 - 22 November 2009.



‘Some Like it Ruff Earrings’ – Tango and James
'Hand Cut Paper Cut of White Paper A’ - Tamara Designs
‘Minnie Minsky – Robot Girl’ - Redmag
'White Rabbit Magic Mirror Neclace' - Danielle Kathleen
I'll be putting up a few of my favourites from other states this week! :)