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Getting to know…..Fiona & Miyo from Oishi-m

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Today we’re getting to know Fiona & Miyo from Oishi-m.

 

 

 

1. Tell us a little about yourselves?

We’re two mamma’s Fiona McPherson and Miyo Fallshaw. We both met in the surf industry in the pre-kids stage of our lives. Fi has two munchkins a skinny mini boy 3 years and a 6 year old girl and Miyo has two giant chubba girls 7mths and 2 and a half.

 

We live down Torquay way so our weekends are filled with beach missions and the outdoors.

 

2. Describe your label in one sentence?

Limited edition garments for skinny mini’s and chubba bubba’s.

 

 

 

3. What do you make?

We specialise in the coolest denim for nappy bottomed people. Though our limited edition range which is made in Victoria also includes; hoodies, T’s , Skirts with in built knickers, Track Pants and now Jeans for Bigger kids. Our fits suit newborns to 6 years old.

 

4. What do you love most about what you do?

Our customers are awesome. From our retailers to our consumer customers we all are multi-tasking super humans that are passionate about kids and beautiful kids products.

 

5. What are 3 of your favourite labels or stores for little ones?

Another made in Aus label Heavenly Creatures, Bergstein Gumboots for this winter and Hoochie Coochie our fav store in Nth Fitzroy.

 

6. What’s one item you can’t live without?

Both Fi and Miyo are iphone and mac whipped. We both love working, like crazy people.

 

7. What’s one item your kids can’t live without?

Oishi-m jeans, in and out of the wash every few days, they’ve lasted and lasted. They adapt with rapidly growing children and are super comfortable with soft denim and the tummy toastie.

 

 

8. Favourite place to shop for yourself?

Hmmm you could say we both have a Nancybird problem…

 

10. If you weren’t running the store what other job would you like to do?

Miyo – doing the marketing for something else that is awesome.

Fi – making some crazy clothing probably adults clothing.

 

11. Favourite place to take the kids in Melbourne or Victoria?

Miyo – Melbourne Zoo.

Fi – Yum Cha Shark Fin Inn.

 

 

You can find Oishi-m on Facebook or visit them at www.oishi-m.com.

Qubies Review

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Recently I attended the Baby & Kids National Buyers Show and I saw lots of fabulous products for little ones.

 

One particular product that grabbed my attention was Qubies.

 

When my little ones were starting solids, I was pureeing all kinds of foods in large quantities to store in the freezer and I was forever replacing the cubes I used, as the the lids seemed to snap off easily or the cubes would crack while I was trying to remove the frozen food from them.

 

When I heard about Qubies, I jumped at the chance to test them.

 

For this review I froze pureed pumpkin and lemon juice (my husband’s family are Italian, so we have an endless supply of lemons, which seem to go to waste quicker than I can say “pass me a gin & tonic 🙂 ).

 

The first thing I realised was how simple it was to fill the tray and the max fill line makes it easy to pour in the exact amount. It was so much easier than trying to spoon fill multiple little containers, get their lids on and then fit them in a tray.

 

The qubies lid fits easily on to the tray and provides a tight seal with no spills (I put the tray on its side and upside down when I filled it with lemon juice and there were no leakages).

 

The compact size means that it takes up minimal space in the freezer and the flat design makes them easily stackable if you have mulitple qubies in the freezer at once.

 

Previous containers I have used for freezing food have required me to either partially defrost the food to get it out of the container or use more forceful means (ie bash it on the bench) to get the food out of the container.  Not the Qubies – all I needed to do was give the container a slight twist, peel back the silicone lid and and I had eight 30ml portions ready to pop into a bag and put back in the freezer.

 

The tray and lid were super easy to clean (I asked my husband after he washed them 🙂 ) and you can pop them in the dishwasher too.

 

If you’re looking for something to make preparing nutrious home cooked meals easier for you, then I definitely recommend you try the Qubies.

 

They would also make a great gift for any new parents.

 

Qubies are available in pink, blue & green and you can purchase them at www.qubies.com or from selected retailers around Australia (RRP $19.95). They are BPA, Phthalate & PVC free.

 

Boy, It’s Chilly Out There

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Here are a few fab finds to keep your little man warm & toasty.

Boy, It's Chilly Out There

1. Ski Beanie by Ouch

2. Toshi Beanie from Chocolate Freckles

3. Fred Bare Cable Beanie from Buckets & Spades

4. Oobi Christopher Duffle Coat from Cradle Rock

5. Fred Bare Shearling Lined Puffer Jacket from Buckets & Spades

6. Munster Esky Jacket from Tinywardrobe

7. Desert Boots by Walnut Melbourne

8. Little Blue Lamb Lucas Shoes from Baby Bootique

9. Little Dude High Top Sneakers from Kawaii Kids

Made by Us Twilight Market

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The Royal Children’s Hospital Auxiliaries Design & Craft Market

I’m looking forward to popping down to Malvern Town Hall on Saturday for the “Made by Us Twilight Market“. Shopping AND supporting the Royal Children’s Hospital at the same time – it doesn’t get any better than that.

 

The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation and Auxiliaries present the Made by Us Twilight Market, a one-off free event showcasing a curated selection of goods handcrafted by the Auxiliaries, local designers and craftspeople on Saturday, 30 June 2012 at the Malvern Town Hall, High St, Malvern (12 – 6pm).

 

All proceeds from the market will go to The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH).

 

More than just a market, the Made by Us Twilight Market is an awareness and fundraising event, and an opportunity to celebrate the Auxiliaries 90th Anniversary in the suburb where they were founded in 1922.

 

Since then, the Auxiliaries have raised over $38 million for the RCH through community volunteering. The Made By Us Market is a stellar example of both their fundraising and creative work.

 

RCH Foundation’s Executive Director Sue Hunt says “For 90 years, the Auxiliaries have fundraised for the hospital.  Their creative entrepreneurship and dedication never ceases to amaze and impress. The RCH Auxiliary network are active all year round, but it’s not often that they come together under one roof.  This is a rare chance to both celebrate their wonderful work, and raise much-needed funds for the hospital.

 

“We’re also hoping to inspire a new generation of Melbourne’s arts, craft and culture enthusiasts to get involved with community fundraising.  It’s a rewarding pastime, delightful community and of course, a great cause.”

 

The Made By Us Markets’ 50+ stalls –will feature high-quality homewares and soft furnishings, ceramics, paper goods, bath products, plants, jewellery, bags, knits, clothing for all ages, toys, baked goods, jams and preserves. Expecting a diverse crowd of Melburnians with their hearts (and wallets!) open to supporting the hospital, the stalls’ offerings are tailored so there is something for everyone, young and old.

 

At no cost to enter, market-goers will enjoy a festival style atmosphere, and a line-up of acoustic live music from young local musicians.

 

Not to forget warming the bellies, the winter-themed café will be serving delicious treats, soups, hot chocolate, coffee, spiced nuts and more.

 

An event not to be missed, join The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation and Auxiliaries for a day of shopping, music, great food – all for a great cause.

 

As the Auxiliaries mission says: ‘We are one team, working towards one goal – making sick kids better’. With the help of the public, the Made by Us Twilight Market will bring the Auxiliaries’ closer to their goal.

Visit to www.madebyusmarket.com.au for more info.

 

I hope to see you there.

WIN tickets to Dorothy the Dinosaur’s Beach Party!

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Everyone’s favourite dinosaur is heading this way and you could win a family pass to see her new show.

 

Dorothy the Dinosaur’s Beach Party is the stompy-wompy show full of super sandy songs that will fill your day with sunshine!

 

Dorothy and her friends, Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog, Fairy Clare and Henry the Octopus, are joined by sensational singers and dancers, Clare Dee and The Dance-A-Lots, in their dazzling beach party outfits!

 

With your favourite Wiggly songs, such as Can You (Point Your Fingers and Do the Twist?), Having Fun at the Beach and You Can Play the Ukulele, the surf’s up for this wacky wave of fun! Written by blue Wiggle Anthony Field, he enthused, “This show is Dorothy’s best yet!”

 

Melbourne Mamma is giving away one family pass to each of the following shows. Each family pass contains 4 general admission tickets:

  • Moonee Ponds – The Clocktower on Sunday, 1 July at 10am
  • Moorabbin – The Kingston City Hall on Thursday, 5 July at 10am.
  • Ringwood – The Karralyka Theatre on Saturday, 7 July at 10am.

 

To enter the competition, you must be a subscriber to Melbourne Mamma’s newsletter. You can subscribe here.

 

Then send an email to Melbourne Mamma with “Dorothy’s Beach Party” in the subject line. Make sure you include your name, contact details and which show(s) you would like to win tickets too. If you already subscribe to the newsletter please let me know when you send the email and include the email address of your subscription.

 

 

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All entries must be made directly through email and not via Facebook.

 

ENTRIES CLOSE ON WEDNESDAY 27 JUNE AT 10PM AEST.

 

WINNER WILL BE CHOSEN RANDOMNLY VIA RANDOM.ORG AND ANNOUNCED VIA THIS BLOG.

 

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