Welcome, once again to Friday Friends - Dusty Diva's !
Edition 10 ! Woo Hoo ! Friday Happy Dance !
This week I want to introduce to you Ali from Alipink .
Ali's story is inspiring and I am so glad she agreed to let me share her story with you. Check out Ali's blog (see the links at the bottom of this article) and you will agree with me I am sure. This lovely dusty diva is as special as her creations. I love these sweet card and brooch combos and...................
these are a great gift for the young bloke who has everything.................
a measure up condom wallet and ................this stunning delicious sunshiny clutch ..................
in gorgeous bright colours and ..............
I adore the paper doll fabric in this cute and practical messenger bag !
And now over to Ali who will tell you her story............
The Story of alipink
I live on the Gold Coast of Queensland with my husband and two daughters, age 3 1/2 and 5. Running a household keeps me pretty busy but I fit in part-time work as a Paediatric Nurse as well.
I am a life-long crafter - sewing, knitting, embroidery, and recently quilting and crochet. I have a particular love of vintage fabric and notions, probably as a result of rummaging through Mum’s fabric stash as a child. She still has a great box of fabric with many pieces dating back to the Seventies when she made clothes for my sister and I. I am also a keen op-shopper and love the thrill of hunting through shops looking for treasure.
I primarily make bags and purses although I do venture into other products like quilts, cushions, hats, brooches and cards. I take inspiration from the fabric themselves as well as vintage craft books and patterns.
I started selling my craft a couple of years ago and through that became involved in DUST and BrisStyle, both great communities of Australian crafters. I decided to set up my own local craft group, Crafty Coasters, earlier this year and we meet monthly to chat, drink tea and create.
I also enjoy selling at local handmade markets. It is great to meet buyers and to be amongst talented and passionate crafters.
Want to see more alipink goodness ?
You can find alipink here;
Etsy :
http://www.etsy.com/shop/alipink
Blue Caravan :
http://www.bluecaravan.net/alipink/
Made It :
http://www.madeit.com.au/alipink
Facebook :
http://www.facebook.com/alipinkbags
Twitter :
http://twitter.com/alipinkbags
Blog :
http://www.alipink.com/
