Frock Out at Piece Together

It has been far too long since we got out and about (or blogged either but we'll forget about that) so last night we took ourselves down to Piece Together for their first Frock Out night. Frock Out was run by Steph from 3 Hours Past the Edge of the World to give us all an opportunity to show off that dress you made and love and never wear and come meet other like-minded sewists. Cloud cheated and got me to sew her dress for her. I think it turned out pretty well!

Main Fabric: Floral Piggies by Cosmo Textiles

Trim Fabric: Navy wool / linen blend picked up at East Coast Fabrics

Pattern: Simplicity 4072 (discontinued)

I at least made Cloud cut out the fabric (I'd sew a LOT more if I didn't have to do the cutting out / prep work first!). I wore my Kitty Kokeshi dress but didn't get a picture - Cloud was too busy hogging the limelight to let me get a snap. I promise to photograph it soon.

There were loads of lovely ladies in attendance including Tammie & Jennine from Piece Together and Steph in her amazing Tuxedo Dress. Mexican noms were also provided. We love it - usually on sewing nights, Cloud & I make either nachos or burritos so we were well impressed by the offerings last night!

Delicious Mexican Noms from The Burrito Bar

Full house at the fab Piece Together sewing studio!

Not only did we get to Frock Out, we also got our craft on. Steph ran a tutorial on making Dior Style Silk Roses. Put together as a triplet, the roses make gorgeous hair accessories or brooches.

Cloud pretending that she didn't just sew the wrong sized petal on her rose...

Craftiness in action. Note Cloud's glass of wine in the foreground. She is adamant it did not contribute to rose-wonkiness.

The finished roses! Cloud put hers into her hair immediately then swanned around showing them off. I attached mine to a simple black You Sew Girl Party Purse that I whipped up especially for the night.

We need to go out more often to events like this - we had a great night and loved showing off our handmade clothes and accessories.

If you want to make Dior Roses for yourself (they are super easy) you can find the tutorial here on Steph's blog. Also make sure you check out the new Piece Together workshop timetable - the space is amazing to work in and the projects are cool to make too.

Friday 13th Sale

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Craft and Sewing Show Giveaway

We will be at the 2012 Brisbane Craft and Sewing Show at the end of this week with Pauline from Funky Friends Factory. The show runs from the 22nd - 25th March so there is just enough time to squeeze in a fabulous give-away!!!!

We will be giving away a toy-making kit which features a brand new toy design from Funky Friends Factory and fabrics from the ‘Cephalopod Collection’ designed by Voodoo Rabbit :)

It’s EASY to enter!
LOOK at the toys in the box above
GUESS WHICH is the one we are giving away as a KIT,
AND leave a comment here (or on the Funky Friends Factory BLOG POST) with your guess!

WHAT can you win?

1st Prize – will win a toy making KIT of this NEWEST Funky Friends Factory design (Valued at $45).

2nd & 3rd Prize – will win a Printed Pattern and a $10 voucher to spend with Voodoo Rabbit (can be at the show or online too!).

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The draw will take place on Wednesday night (21st March) and we will announce the winners on our Facebook pages.

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Looking forward to seeing you there – look for the Voodoo Rabbit at stand number D18


GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!
- Ky, Cloud and Pauline

Craft and Sewing Show: Brisbane 2012

Voodoo Rabbit will be at the Craft & Sewing Show March 22 - 25, 2012 at the Brisbane Exhibition Centre, South Bank. We will be teaming up with the lovely Pauline from Funky Friends Factory for the Show.

The show is going to be huge so make sure you see us at Stand D18 for the best selection of alternative, goth, rockabilly and kawaii fabrics in Brisbane.

• Alexander Henry: All the favourites! Skulls & Roses, Las Senoritas, Skullduggery, Contigo, The Ghastlies and Pin Ups!
• Kokka: Latest Ruby Star range from Melody Miller, Echino, Bi-Planes & Cars
• Cosmo Textiles: Alice in Wonderland and the most kawaii fabrics ever -  Floral Piggies & Forest Panda
• You Sew Girl: A-Line Skirt, Hat, Bag Patterns, Purse Kits and hardware
• Funky Friends Factory: Pauline will have her range of toy patterns. Ozzie the Octopus & The Laid Back Owl patterns will be available at the Show for the first time.
• Voodoo Rabbit: Bunny Goth Bunting Kits, Lolita Apron Patterns and two brand new baby cube kits - Beep Beep and Toy Box.

We have a mountain of cutting and preparation to do, so we are closing the showroom from Friday 16 March and re-opening on Tuesday 27 March. We will still be taking online orders up to and during the Show (www.voodoorabbit.com.au) but orders placed after March 20 won't be posted until March 27 at the earliest. 

We look forward to seeing you at the Show!

Ky and Cloud

Stitch 'n' Bitch - 25th Jan 2012

Sorry for the late notice bunnehs, it has just been one of "those" weeks.

Anywhoo the first Voodoo Rabbit Stitch 'n' Bitch will be held this evening at the bunneh clubhouse :0) If you can't make it tonight never fear we will be holding these on a regular basis. If you think that you will be attending tonight please let us know so we can make sure that we have enough chairs.

Where
Office 1 (Upstairs via Side Entry), 904 Stanley Street, East Brisbane

Phone
0422 215 053

When
25th January
5.30pm - 9pm

What
Bring along a project (knitting, crochet, embroidery or anything you want) and join us for a chat and a snack. We will have tea, coffee (instant sorry), hot chocolate and cookies. If you need something a bit more filling there is a Crust Pizza and a Thai restaurant nearby. There is one sewing machine available to hire for $5 but this will be on a first in basis.

Cost
none (though a gold coin donation for tea and coffee is appreciated)

Parking
On Site - There are two car spaces located in the carpark behind the building.
Stanley Street - There is on street parking on Stanley Street in front of the building after 9am. Please check parking signage for parking terms.
Side Streets - There is on street parking on Potts, Hampton and Lisburne Streets.

Public Transport
Inbound to City - 184, 185, 210 ,212, 235, 230 stop across the road in front of Dan Murphy's
Outbound from City - 184, 185, 210 ,212, 235, 230 stop on the corner of Wellington Road and Stanley Street (1st stop after the Wooloongabba bus station).