Sunday Sale

Today: I'm having a wee little sale on my facebook page

These items are not listed anywhere else so let's say it's an "exclusive" to my michvanetta Facebook page.
All prices include postage to anywhere in Australia.




Can you find something that will make a nice present for someone?
....or treat yourself. All pieces will arrive beautifully giftwrapped, like Christmas coming early.

Facebook Giveaway

Due to the crappy new laws on Facebook I've had to work out the best way to hold my giveaway for my Facebook Fans/Likers, (thanks so much for joining), if you're not already a fan or liker feel free to visit here: michvanetta's Facebook Page

Up for grabs are these sweet pink rose stud (sterling silver) earrings and $25USD to spend on anything you fancy in my etsy shop - how cool is that?!



My 3 year old sweetie will pull the name out of a hat. All you have to do is leave a quick post below.
To gain an extra entry feel free to blog, twitter or facebook this giveaway and let me know.
Please no anonymous posts, I won't know who you are :)
Entries open until May the 26th.

Best of luck to all :)

Thrifty finds

Two beautiful glass containers both Made in Belgium.





I was lucky enough to have a spare few hours up my sleeve yesterday and instead on working on some new pieces I took myself out in the crisp, cool Melbourne morning air to a few local op-shops (thrift stores).

I came across a few beauties. The first few pictures are of these gorgeous containers in perfect condition. Both made in Belgium, both found in different shops, and now they both sit together on my shelf.

I found this adorable jewellery box that I'll pass down to my daughters when they're a little bigger.




I picked up four vintage necklaces that I'm thinking to pull apart and remake them into pieces for my shop, but I haven't fully decided upon this idea yet.

Have you found anything special in op-shops lately?

Autumn is here

Autumn in France tea cup Soy wax candle by TwilightSpells


Autumn has arrived.
It's my favourite season, I love the cooler nights, mornings and warm afternoons here in Melbourne.
I love seeing the change in colour of leaves and walking with my girls ontop of crunchy leaves.

the last rays bracelet by wingbysea


What's your favourite season?

Please check out these lovely Autumn inspired items by talented Australian Etsy sellers.

WOOLY AUTUMN DAYS by ashleightaylorsydney


renaissance cushion by tractorgirl

Sunny Yellow Flowers

Yellow is such a happy colour for flowers - something about the brightness just make me smile.
Perfect for men and women, friends and family.
I love the way Miss 3 pronounces the word Yellow, she says "LAL-LOW".
What's your favourite coloured flowers?




My Spring in the City Flowered Earrings can be found in my etsy and madeit shops:

New Colour - Vintage Pears

In stock a new colour for my "Vintage Pear" Earrings.

I'm not usually one for the colour pink but this pink is lovely, a gorgeous Magenta and it looks nice up against the Vintaj Natural Brass, these can also be custom made with 14Kt Gold Filled or Sterling Silver Findings upon request.

Find my Vintage Pears on Etsy here

or in Australian Dollars in my madeit shop here

Find me this Saturday at The Multicultural Hub

I'm super busy this week preparing for the 1st Birthday at the Multicultural Hub in Melbourne. The hub's first birthday and my first market.

From the website:
"Happy Birthday Hub!
Join us in celebrating the Multicultural Hub’s First Birthday. View the Hub’s great facilities, watch cultural performances, shop at our own multicultural craft market and get a taste of all the activities you can enjoy. Entertainment will include performances from the Bhutanese, Assyrian-Chaldean, Japanese, Chinese and Burundi communities among many others."



I'll have my new range of Sterling Silver Studs available on the day.



please pop by if you're in Melbourne.
where: multicultural hub 506 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne
when: Saturday the 17th of October
time: 11am - 3pm

see you there!

New Jewels - made into earrings, cuff links and screwbacks

I've had fun using these Jewels to make cufflinks, stud earrings and screw backs for those that don't have holes in their ears :)



If you have any special requests just send me an email or convo me through etsy, I'm sure that they'd look fab as a pendant hanging from a fine chain if you'd like a necklace.

The blue is my personal fav and I happily wear a pair of earrings around.
Hope you like them too!


Flashy Red Cuff Links available in my etsy shop.

SALE - SALE - SALE

Yep that's right a big Sale is happening in my etsy store.

My 2nd year etsyversary is coming up on May the 31st so from now until then I'm having a Sale!

Simply purchase any two items and your free item will be of equal or lesser value of one of your purchased items. I'll happily refund your 3rd item via paypal or send you a revised invoice, too easy!

Perfect for upcoming birthdays for friends, sisters, daughters, other family members, teachers or buy early for Christmas - gasp!

Hair Pins

I've been creating alot of hair pins recently and they haven't lasted long after listing them in my online etsy and madeit shops.

They're all made with these Vintage Black Roses and I've used old green, pink and blue buttons as a back drop.






I've made a new batch of hair pin sets and will have them up in my shops soon.

Happy Birthday gorgeous!

My gorgeous eldest daughter Latesha turned the age of 6 last Thursday.
She had a great day at school and later that night we celebrated together with this big fudge that I made and decorated with her favourite lollies, smarties!


She received so many beautiful gifts after 3 long days of celebrating.




Amongst other goodies I purchased this adorable Strawberry delight cake purse from Tabitha Emma and Latesha loves it as much as I do.



Her 5 favorite things to do (at present) are:

1. Paint her nails
2. Ride her scooter
3. Draw
4. Learn to read
5. Swim

Only last night I was told by her swimming teacher that she'll have to go up a class because she's getting very good and the class she's in isn't challenging her enough. I'm so proud of my big six year old!

2 days to go - My Studio

MyStudio - Unique Handmade Bags and Accessories.

The story behind My Studio: "I have been sewing clothes for as long as I can remember so making bags and purses was a natural progression for me and one I am passionate about.
A passion needs time and space to grow and that's how MyStudio came about.
It is a wonderful bright design space that I am fortunate enough to have and I have filled it with the most beautiful vintage and new materials and trimmings that I have collected in my travels."


"Everything you see in MyStudio is designed and handmade by me with the utmost care and attention to detail. It is smoke free and pet free inside but plenty of different animals have been spotted outside like, a family of tawny frog mouths, a variety of birds and the occasional possum. (Needless to say, not a lot gets done when the frog mouths are around).
For the girl that likes to be seen with something unique, you'll love that all my products are one of a kind or limited."




Denise is a lovely and professional etsy seller who I've been very fortunate to deal with. Her bags, clutches and accessories are made with gorgeous materials and she has a wonderful eye for detail.
She also has a second shop where she destash's some of her extra supplies.

Whether you're already a seamstress or needing something beautifully made, visit both of Denise's shops, "for the girl who appreciates quality and elegance," you won't be disappointed!

4 days to go - meringue

I have made many of purchase from the lovely, witty & clever Jodie from meringue and I'm always thrilled when my package arrives.

The story behind meringue:
"I’m a Melbourne girl, I wear black - it’s an unwritten law if you live here. But I’ve always accessorised with colour, a great necklace or earrings, a fabulous scarf in Winter, I’ve even got shoes in cool colours but gorgeous handbags in styles that I loved weren’t as easy to come by. Sure, there was plenty out there but nothing that appealed to all of my style and price needs.
One day, out of sheer frustration, I pulled apart one of my store-bought handbags to see how it was made - and then taught myself to sew! I still have my first creation from 1999, a collaborative effort with my sister, made from vintage fabric our grandmother bought decades ago. That first little bag was a rather dodgy effort but it still managed to attract compliments from those standing far enough away from the less-than-perfect stitching. And that’s when Meringue was born."

I'm so glad Miss Jodie was frustrated all those years ago because I now have friends, family and myself wearing these wonderful wristlets, and everyone LOVES them.

Rocky Road Cupcake is all mine:


This Tzatziki Wristlet I am eyeing off:


Jodie uses exquisite materials for her creations, which always makes it hard to chose but they are so affordable - just go ahead and buy a few!
Be sure to check out her shop and read more about meringue here!

New Colours

The past week has seen me creating a new colour batch for my Large Ring - Earrings.
I love these earrings, they add such a splash of colour to your ears, they look fabulous if you have longer hair and they tend to pop out a little showing that bit of gorgeous colour or if you have shorter hair or wear your hair up they are cheeky and fun to wear - great for most ages too!

Snow White


Cherry Red


Sunny Yellow


Chocolate Brown

Happy Birthday to Celia

If we lived in the Northern Hemisphere we'd still be celebrating Celia's 2nd Birthday....but here in Australia today is the 23rd of November and yesterday we celebrated all day.

I can't believe my little one is 2 already, although it does feel like an age when she came out into this world. I remember cuddling up with her and Andres that first (and only) night in hospital AND she slept with us for the first 3 months.
On occasion now she still comes in to sleep with us and I do cherish these times, our kids won't be little for too long and it's such a nice feeling to make them feel warm and safe.

Celia's favourite things:

* Strawberries
* Hommus
* Milk
* Dolls
* Dressing Up
* Bath Time
* Creating Mess

Happy Birthday Sweetheart!

Ring - Earrings

I've been busy this week making these fabulous Ring - Earrings.
They're made with czech glass seed beads in a variety of different and delicious colours.



I made a pair for myself and Miss 5 (Latesha) said "Oh mum, I really love your new earrings, they're so pretty, can you make me some when I'm older -------please?"

They're a delight to wear, not to mention light and with alot of colour, perfect for any time of year.
Shortly after listing a pair of Turquoise Rings in my online store, they were snapped up, so I'm adding more to my shop.





I've also listed smaller versions in a set. For you and your best friend or simply keep them both for yourself.