New Stockist: Kelani Fabric Obsession

Dandi are thrilled to be newly stocked by popular Australian online fabric shop, Kelani. Kelani Fabric offers a great selection of fashionable fabrics suitable for home decorating, kid's decor and crafting and sewing projects.

Fabrics come from all over the world, in particular gorgeous fabrics from Japan, Europe and the US have a large presence on the site. However, Elissa from Kelani is also very passionate about promoting Australian designs too! Dandi are joining a number of other special Australian designers such as Sprout, Pippijoe, Lara Cameron and Kristen Doran.

Dandi also love the Handmade Inspiration Gallery on the site which showcases finished products made by satisfied Kelani customers. (Image above from Kelani)

You can shop online at Kelani Fabric now, or even Subscribe to their newsletter to stay up to date with all the latest from Kelani.

Fat Quarters, all in a row

We love our little fatties so much we through they deserved a photo shoot all of their own! Check out dandi fat quarters online now as well as the simple patterns we have come up with to use them.

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.

Fair Inspiration - Gifts Created

We are two days into the fair and we have seen some lovely things so far (and opened our wallets too frequently already!). One of the new stands we came across was Gifts Created. They are located in the 'Incubator' section on the top floor. Sarah is the lovely lady behind Gifts Created and she has sewn everything in her shop for the fair - we love it all! Caroline and Mindi couldnt go past some cute baby accessories for friends who are expecting. Visit Sarah's blog, etsy shop or madeit shop to check out more!

Name blocks, toadstools and cloud mobiles

Softies - Apples, Pears, Berries, Teeth and Owls

Dandi purchased a gorgeous strawberry softie and matryoshka onesie

Winner! 2 Tickets to Stitches and Crafts Fair

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

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.

BEAUTIFUL BLOOM

Dandi introduces the latest bold, bright and beautiful design to the oilcloth range – Bloom. A vibrant burst of berry red flower petals with accents of curling white stripes, the print is a subtle nod to nautical inspiration and the perfect backdrop for your home décor.

The Bloom print will adorn Dandi’s popular range of oilcloth aprons for adults and kids, tablecloths, tote bags and a new mini tote-bag. Bloom oilcloth is also available to purchase off the roll so you can put your own creative twist on Dandi’s signature style for your own kitchen or home products. An added bonus of the range is the easy care of oilcloth, simply wipe clean any spills - no washing required!

The Bloom tablecloth lends itself to easy outdoor entertaining – whether in the garden, having a BBQ or out for the day with a picnic. Let the tablecloth set the scene and accessorise with simple dinnerware in plain colours. Dandi’s plain dyed napkins in berry, white or wisteria work back with the Bloom print for a striking nautical look.

Available in :

Adults Apron - RRP $39.95
Childrens Apron - RRP $29.95
Tote Bag - RRP $34.95
Mini Tote Bag - RRP$24.95
6-seater Tablecloth - RRP $79.95
8-seater Tablecloth - RRP $99.95
10-seater Tablecloth - RRP $119.95
Oilcloth Fabric off the Roll - RRP $35 per m

Click here to shop the entire Bloom range now

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.