About Liv and Jan
- Jane's Sunday Best
- We are Liv and Jan from Brisbane and Byron Bay, Australia. Our specialty is making functional art - art you can use. Many of our products are made using recycled or vintage materials, and all are handmade. Items are available at our Etsy site www.etsy.com/shop/janessundaybest (secure payments using Paypal). If you’d like a special one-off item made please contact us at janessundaybest@gmail.com and we’ll be happy to create something special just for you. Please leave us a comment – we love to hear from you!”
Monday, August 8, 2011
Old St John's Church, Beechmont proved the perfect choice for a planning retreat.
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| In its renovation of Old Saint John's Church owners Wilson and Christine have made use of recycled materials even "re-incarnating" old pews as kitchen cupboard doors. We've decided that this eco friendly approach is right for our business also. |
Friday, August 5, 2011
Friday, July 22, 2011
Getting Excited
Jan and I are starting to get really excited about our planning retreat in a couple of weeks - we've found the most amazing converted chapel with a fireplace and awesome old organ I can play! We're writing lists of questions and things we need to discuss. As always, all suggestions are welcomed. The most difficult question of course is which of our giant selection of teas to bring with us (most likely all of them...) and which tea cosy would be most appropriate for the occasion (a difficult question indeed...)
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Strategic Planning
Jan and I have been a bit quiet on the blog front just recently because we're in a period of planning and determining our long-term business goals. We need to really think about who we are and what we as a business believe in and promote.
After reading a lot about running an artistic small business we've realised we've been running Jane's Sunday Best as a hobby, not really considering it a genuine business even though we've registered our business name and we'll be shortly doing all our business tax stuff (aargh!)
So we're leaving home (for a weekend) and heading for a planning retreat somewhere lovely to do all those things real business people do, like work out our vision, budgets, plan for the next 12 months, and all those other helpful things.
We've found heaps of really useful information and resources at Crafting an MBA which we thoroughly recommend checking out (the free ebook you get when you join the mailing list is awesome). There are also some useful videos available on the Etsy community page.
If you have any business tips for us we'd love to know! Please leave us a comment.
Yours in Strategic Planning
Liv
After reading a lot about running an artistic small business we've realised we've been running Jane's Sunday Best as a hobby, not really considering it a genuine business even though we've registered our business name and we'll be shortly doing all our business tax stuff (aargh!)
So we're leaving home (for a weekend) and heading for a planning retreat somewhere lovely to do all those things real business people do, like work out our vision, budgets, plan for the next 12 months, and all those other helpful things.
We've found heaps of really useful information and resources at Crafting an MBA which we thoroughly recommend checking out (the free ebook you get when you join the mailing list is awesome). There are also some useful videos available on the Etsy community page.
If you have any business tips for us we'd love to know! Please leave us a comment.
Yours in Strategic Planning
Liv
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Mother's Day
This year for Mother's Day I realised what Jan really needed (well, what I really needed her to have) was a subscription to our favourite magazine.
Now she has her own copy and can stop stealing mine! A win for everyone. We LOVE Frankie - we love sitting around with a hot cuppa and a Frankie. Now that Jan has her own subscription we can stop fighting over who gets to read it first.
If you haven't had the pleasure of reading Frankie yet Check It Out Here!
Now she has her own copy and can stop stealing mine! A win for everyone. We LOVE Frankie - we love sitting around with a hot cuppa and a Frankie. Now that Jan has her own subscription we can stop fighting over who gets to read it first.
If you haven't had the pleasure of reading Frankie yet Check It Out Here!
Friday, May 6, 2011
We'd love you to join us on facebook.
JSB is now on Facebook - we've put up a large gallery of photos and we'd love you to "like" us. Please join our facebook community.
Jane's Sunday Best Facebook Page
Jane's Sunday Best Facebook Page
Thursday, April 28, 2011
BNS Treasury
Dear Etsy Sellers,
We've been featured in a new buy and stay treasury - if you purchase something from one of the stores in this treasury an item from your store will replace it in the next round.
We'd love you to stop by (and perhaps shop)
Liv
We've been featured in a new buy and stay treasury - if you purchase something from one of the stores in this treasury an item from your store will replace it in the next round.
We'd love you to stop by (and perhaps shop)
Liv
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Sunday Discovery Markets
Jan and I are excited to be trialling another market this weekend: The Rocklea Sunday Discovery Markets in Brisbane.
Apparently these markets are full of homemade and second hand products, food, live music and plants. These markets are fully undercover which is great since it's been raining in Brisbane the last few days. We're really enjoying our market trials so far and we're sure it won't be long until we find somewhere that's just right for us.
We'd love for our Brisbane friends to come and say hello - the market will only be open between 6am and 12pm though so make sure you're there early!
Come say hello to our new little friend Louie the Zombie - kits will be on special for $7 each (lots of colours to choose from).
For more information click here
Apparently these markets are full of homemade and second hand products, food, live music and plants. These markets are fully undercover which is great since it's been raining in Brisbane the last few days. We're really enjoying our market trials so far and we're sure it won't be long until we find somewhere that's just right for us.
We'd love for our Brisbane friends to come and say hello - the market will only be open between 6am and 12pm though so make sure you're there early!
Come say hello to our new little friend Louie the Zombie - kits will be on special for $7 each (lots of colours to choose from).
For more information click here
We love our Etsy treasuries so much we decided to share them with you. Fantastical Spectacular is Liv's creation. I love it. Just click on the item to see more.
Fantastical Spectacular
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Monday, April 25, 2011
Jane's Sunday Best Newsletter
Jan and I are so excited about all the amazing things we've discovered recently and we'd love to share them with you so we're starting a brand new "Sunday Selections" newsletter. We'll be posting about our favourite new finds, tips for things that have worked for our business, and anything else that inspires us on the day.
To sign up, please click here or enter your details on the right side of this blog.
We'd love to know your ideas for what to post about - or please let us know if you'd like us to promote your Etsy shop, blog or Facebook page.
To sign up, please click here or enter your details on the right side of this blog.
We'd love to know your ideas for what to post about - or please let us know if you'd like us to promote your Etsy shop, blog or Facebook page.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Yesterday at Carrara Markets
Liv and I were at the office at Carrara Markets in the line up at 4.30am. Others had been there since 3.30 to get a numbered ticket in the hopes of getting the best site.The office opened at 5.00 and by just after 6.00 we began setting up our stall. The rules stipulate you must be ready by 7.00am and are not to leave before 4.00pm.Carrara has about 500 undercover market stalls (very well organized and great facilities). The other stall holders were really friendly and helpful which we newbies appreciated. A big thanks to all!
Liv's beanies were popular and her Beverage Beanies attracted heaps of attention (such a cool idea). Liv was taking commissions from early in the day. (remember, if you want something special we are happy to oblige). I was thrilled so many people loved my aprons. It was great seeing people pose in the mirror. My genuine retro fabric and buttoned cushions also sold well.
However, although we rated Carrara Markets a success, we've decided that an arty, original market might be more our style as very few of the stalls had original/ handmade things and we so love meeting and sharing with other artisans.
Liv's beanies were popular and her Beverage Beanies attracted heaps of attention (such a cool idea). Liv was taking commissions from early in the day. (remember, if you want something special we are happy to oblige). I was thrilled so many people loved my aprons. It was great seeing people pose in the mirror. My genuine retro fabric and buttoned cushions also sold well.
Liv's busy working on commissions.
However, although we rated Carrara Markets a success, we've decided that an arty, original market might be more our style as very few of the stalls had original/ handmade things and we so love meeting and sharing with other artisans.
Loved this style beanie so much she bought all Liv's stock!!!
Liv's new Beverage Beanies got lots of attention!
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Make your own Easter Egg Cosy
- Make a pattern with base of 9-10cm and a height of 8cm similar in shape to my photo above.
- Use your pattern and cut two pieces of felt.
- Cut a rough flower shape out of a scrap of material and put a button in the center.
- Sew the flower and button on to the felt.
- Your cosy can then be blanket stitched around the outside using double thread (one would do but two looks better). Simple tacking stitch works just as well.
I think an egg cosy would make a simple chocky egg a real treat.
If you have a go please email pictures to us at janessundaybest@gmail.com
We'd love to see your creations.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
We'll be at Carrara Markets this Saturday
We scored a stall at Carrara Markets this Saturday. So excited! As we're new to this and wanted to try out the market to see if it works for us. Casual stall holders need to ring on the Tuesday before the weekend from 9.00am with no guarantees of getting in. We're in!!! We opted for the main section of the market and were happy to pay $45 for the stall which includes a large table, an awning and includes insurance cover. Here's information for stall holders.
Be taking heaps of photos. Look for our posts next week when we'll tell you how we went and what we think.
Be taking heaps of photos. Look for our posts next week when we'll tell you how we went and what we think.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Just added a new treasury on our Etsy site.
With so many colours captivating my imagination I decided to make a treasury of rainbow colours. Too many to decide on just one. I called it I can see a rainbow.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Liv just made a new treasury on our Etsy site.
Hi. Thought I'd let you know Liv made a new treasury on our Etsy website. It's her selection of cosy winter warmers.
Liv's first and very beautiful treasury is rose coloured glasses.
I made a treasury recently too. Mine is in a doggy world.
Etsy allows you to make "treasury" collections of items you love for sale in their stores. Liv and I have had fun making these.
Liv's first and very beautiful treasury is rose coloured glasses.
I made a treasury recently too. Mine is in a doggy world.
Etsy allows you to make "treasury" collections of items you love for sale in their stores. Liv and I have had fun making these.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Red Tree
Red Tree grabs my interest because those are my colours and I favour simply statements. Also suits our autumn season.
Reds and Buttons
I love the random arrangement of buttons. This retro inspired Beverage Beanie looks and is cool.
Pink Flower
The white band near the top reminds me of ric rac. This is a truely feminine Beverage Beanie.
Three Roses
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Craft groups - fun way to share and learn
I came across a craft group, Brown Owls, which has several chapters across Australia.
Brown Owls is a crafty club, where you can meet other great people and work on crafty projects, together or independently. There is a little more information about this group here.
Liv and I would love to hear about other craft groups and craft forums. We'll create a link list to the right of this blog.
Brown Owls is a crafty club, where you can meet other great people and work on crafty projects, together or independently. There is a little more information about this group here.
Liv and I would love to hear about other craft groups and craft forums. We'll create a link list to the right of this blog.
Doggy Treat on Etsy
I was so excited about finishing my first recycled Dog Rug and Dog Zombie Softie. Liv gave me the my inspiration when she made Zombie cupcakes for my recent 60th birthday. I put them on Jane's Sunday Best Etsy Store today.
New items on Etsy
Liv has been busy with her new range of Beverage Beanies. She's added several to out Etsy Shop. Love you to take a look and let us know what you think.
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Join us on Facebook
JSB is now on Facebook - we've put up a large gallery of photos and we'd love you to "like" us. Please join our facebook community.
Jane's Sunday Best Facebook Page
Jane's Sunday Best Facebook Page
Brand New Range of Drink Holders!
Well, I'd love to tell you that we have a wonderful new range of drink holders for sale, but the first person I showed them to bought my entire stock! A couple for herself and the rest for friends and family.
But fear not! because I'm already hard at work creating more.
The idea behind this range was to create beautiful and feminine drink holders (for beer, cans, and other bottles) that really work to keep your drinks cool, but also look stylish and colourful. The photos here are just a small sample - please excuse the rushed and unprofessional shots, as soon as I've built up the range again they'll be available on our etsy store. Keep your eyes open in the next few days.
But fear not! because I'm already hard at work creating more.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Aprons donated to Sing Your Flooded Heart Out Fundraiser
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