DANDIFIED

The Dandi Ladies are pleased to announce a new contributors section to our blog. Dandified is a new segment which allows us to showcase the handi-dandi work of our customers.

Entries can include photos styled using Dandi products such as food shots, table settings or kitchen scenes, as well as things you've made using Dandi fabrics such as cushions, stretched canvases, softies, clothes and accessories.

Simply email us images of ways in which you have 'Dandified' your space and if we post them on the blog you win a dandi product of our choice. Winner's will be notified via email before we publish your images.

DIY Wedding Details

As promised previously here are a few amateur photographs of Leezar's DIY Fabric boxes which were made using plain dyed berry fabric. Pictured above you can also see that Leezar made CD's for everyone using her and Corey's favourite tunes to take home with them. Leezar and Corey had requested everyone to write down their favourite song on the RSVP notes so that they could play them on the night, and this was a really sweet way of returning the favour.

Mindi holding her fabric box and a chocolate from inside it! YUM!

Leezar made up a pin board from plain dyed berry fabric and had guests leave their mementos on it. She also place pictures from her's and Corey's parents weddings and pictures of their dogs Polly and Keira. The whole evening came together so beautifully due to Leezar's great attention to detail.

2 Weeks to go...

We've previously posted about Leezar's DIY Fabric Box bobonnierre which she is currently making for her wedding in two weeks! Here are some 'work in progress' snapshots, how cute are the little leaves! They look just like crispy red apples. As previously promised there will be professional shots coming after the event. Stay tuned!

The Only Neat Corner of Mindi's Home

Mindi has just moved house (well two weeks ago actually...) and everything is still in boxes strewn across the place. However she managed to clear enouch space and make a quick custom covered canvas to have a proper 'dandified' corner in which to relax and get crafty. What do you think? The gorgeous cherry blossoms were a present from Caroline.

1 MONTH TO GO!

Our Leezar has just one month to go before her wedding. Leezar has been busy making over 100 Dandi DIY fabric boxes to have as table decorations, place cards and bonbonierre all in one. We'll post the professional photos after the big event!

Fat Quarters and a Quilt

For the first time at the fair we sold fat quarters (56 x 50 cm) of our fabric to go with the patterns we had put together. We think they look realy cute all stacked up together, waiting for someone with some inspiration to come along and get crafty with them! Leezar made her first quilt for the fair using five different fat quarters and one meter of plain dyed fabric for the trimming and backing. Stay tuned as the dandi ladies sew up some more creations for the home.

It's over!

We have a back log of posts to get up and it has been a busy week winding down from the fair and gearing up for Christmas (already!). Here are a few images of our stand from the show.

The Dandi stand, very bright! People kept visiting us and saying "We heard about your stand and had to come and see it!"

We showcased our fabrics in old re-painted picture frames. A DIY tutorial on this will be posted soon.

Dandi Puddle Ducks, these were a hit amongst the little ones!

Fabric Origami box kits, a very popular purchase during the fair.

Mindi dons her pini and gets ready for the first day.

New Crafty Projects for the Fair

This week the Dandi ladies are out at the Stitches and Craft Fair to promote some new projects, sewing patterns and to sell our fabric as fat quarters and by the meter. Here are some images of our new wares.

Dandi Apple and Pear DIY Mobile Kit - $25.00

Dandi Fabric Flower Box Pattern - $10.00

Dandi Fabric Bucket Pattern - $10.00

Dandi Puddle Ducks Pattern - $10.00

Dandi Panel Cushion Pattern - $10.00

If you are able to come visit us we are at stand 8B on the ground floor, we'd love to see you! The Fair will be open all weekend - visit the website for more details.

Winner! 2 Tickets to Stitches and Crafts Fair

Congratulations Jessica! Thanks to everyone for entering. Hope to see some of you at the fair.

Laundry Media Kit

Today we put together a few Laundry Kits for a special one off media promotion. A few lucky people will be receiving a dandi ironing board cover, a hand sewn limited edition dandi peg bag (thankyou Caroline for doing all these!) and some wooden 'dolly' pegs. One of our retailers, Todae, was also kind enough to provide some samples of an eco friendly laundry powder to include in the kits. The Dandi girls also made up some 'old school' looking laundry tags to give the kits a personalised effect.

Stitches and Crafts Show, Sydney, August 2009

We are excited to announce that the Dandi ladies have just signed up for this years Stitches & Crafts Show in Sydney during August. We will be showcasing all of our printed and plain dyed fabrics as well as some fine and dandi DIY projects. Be sure to pencil it in your calendar now - its only a month away!

The Stitches & Crafts Show
19-23 August

Rosehill Gardens
Unwin St, Rosehill
(Sydney)

Stay tuned to the dandi blog as we unveil some teaser DIY projects before the show.

DIY: Baby Shower Presents

A recent invitation to a baby shower had Mindi itching to get creative with dandi fabrics to make some unique gifts for her friend. Using remnants of Geo Duckegg and Plain dyed Duckegg fabric she created this whimsical cloud mobile which will look stunning hanging in any babies room.

This little stuffed toy kitten is made using a pattern from Amy Butler's free pattern collection which you can download here. It is super easy to make and very cute. As you can see from the photograph it could be used as a regular cushion on any couch and also as a cushion or soft toy for a baby crib.

If you have purchased dandi fabric and made your own projects we'd love to see them, please email us some pictures and we will post them on our blog!

Inspired by the Kangaroo Valley

A recent weekend away in the Kangaroo Valley had Caroline inpsired to bring nature indoors when setting her table and styling her lounge room. The branches pictured above were found on the ground and dried out, making a great arrangement for an indoor vase.

Dried red and brown leaves combined with simple kitchen string make for easy yet effective napkin decorations.

DIY Mobile Feature

Check out our recent exposure in Melbourne's Herald Sun Liftout. Dandi featured on a whole back page in an article on keeping kids busy during school holidays. The great thing is that our DIY Fabric Mobile kits are not just for kids, adults can play too! If a newspaper editor can make one look this good then so can you - buy them online now for $25.00 - now thats affordable art!

Inspiration Board: Leezar

Today we bring you Leezar's inspiration board. This is the first post in a series of four (1 for each of us!) where we will show you whats currently making us excited in the world of patterns and design. Read below Leezars Bio to find out more about what makes her creative juices flow:

Leezar knew from a young age that she wanted to be a Designer; in 2006 she graduated from her Industrial Design degree and now finds she draws inspiration daily from her family, partner and leafy surroundings of her home in Sydney’s west.  Leezar’s design style is influenced by Australian flora and fauna mixed with bold pattern making and digital manipulation of hand sketching. Leezar likes to experiment with different line work and colour using software to generate a range of ideas quickly. Leezar brings a fun, excited element to the Dandi team with her never say die attitude.

Roll Up, Roll Up!

We are excited to announce that fabric off the roll is now available from Dandi. Made from 100% cotton drill the fabrics are available in a range of prints and colour ways including Bud, Holly, Olive Branch and Bloom. Plain dyed fabrics are also available in Berry, Duckegg, Macadamia, Chocolate Marshmallow, Pistachio and Wisteria (RRP $25/m). Oilcloth, PVC coated 100% cotton is available in Olive Branch and Bloom (RRP $35/m).

Purchase Dandi fabric by the metre now for your upcoming craft and textile projects. Our fabric is a medium weight suitable for a variety of different projects for the home check out our blog for inspiration.

Tea Towel Wrapping

Manuela came up with this clever, reusable wrapping idea for baked goods. Take one dandi tea towel or fabric napkin, place home baked treats in the centre of the reverse side and tie up with pretty ribbon. Looks just lovely and the receiver can use the wrapping after the goodies are gone!

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Recently Dandi donated some of our tea towel seconds to schools for art class materials so young crafters could discover their hidden talents. Here is a beautifully embroidered tree from a very talented crafter Yolanda Prentice. We think Yolanda is a Dandi designer in the making, and she is also Caroline's neice! You wouldn't believe it but she is only 9 years old - so much talent for such a youngster! Watch this space!

Leezar's Christmas Tree

Here at dandi we are all getting into the spirit of things with just 8 days left until Christmas! So we thought we would show you our clever Leezar's lovely Christmas tree which has been decorated with hand sewn dandi fabric ornaments. These are simple to make and look very stylish, whilst adding a personal touch. Instructions can be downloaded in PDF form here.

Deck you Door with Dandi

This Christmas the Dandi girls are focusing on the personal touch you can bring through hand made decorations and crafts. Deck your door with this fabulous Christmas wreath, made with signature printed and plain-dyed dandi fabric. Its a cinch to whip up and looks striking with a few leaves paced in the bow. This wreath was lovingly hand crafted by Leezar with her new sewing machine. Click here to download the PDF and instructions.