#Whichonewouldyouchoose

Our local calendars by Emay Images are back in stock :-)

These calendars are so popular at Christmas time as they make the perfect gift. They are easy to post, they are practical and they have gorgeous photos of Orange NSW and surrounds.

We have one included in today's #Whichonewouldyouchoose giveaway! 

Comment on this post, visit facebook or enter on Instagram! (@m_group_retail)

Or do all three :-)

Which one would you choose?
Tell us which one you'd like and share the post with the comment "Which one would you choose?"
We will pick a random winner from a random post throughout the week. You'll win the item that you chose. How good is that? We won't limit the winners each week there could be one or ten that just adds to the fun. So make sure you comment on and share each photo each day to increase your chance of winning!
When we pick a winner we will comment on the photo so that we can tag the winner making sure that they don't miss it!
(Open to Australian residents only)

#Whichonewouldyouchoose

Do you know that we have lots of exciting things happening over on our facebook page. 

We'd love for you to come over and join in :-)

https://www.facebook.com/McCarthyDesignsandOccasions/

This is our current giveaway!

Which one would you choose?

Tell us which one you'd like and share the post with the comment "Which one would you choose?"

We will pick a random winner from a random post throughout the week. You'll win the item that you chose. How good is that? We won't limit the winners each week there could be one or ten that just adds to the fun. So make sure you comment on and share each photo each day to increase your chance of winning!

When we pick a winner we will comment on the photo so that we can tag the winner making sure that they don't miss it!

(Open to Australian residents only)

If you aren't on facebook then leave a comment on this post and we'll include you!

For another chance head over and follow us on Instagram too :-)

Find us @m_group_retail

Tuesday Chat - Paddy Paws Orange

Welcome back to another Tuesday! Today we have an interview with Janice from Paddy Paws Orange.

Janice designs and creates gorgeous products featuring animals, including original hand drawn cards, framed artwork, cushions, doorstops and much more. Her range is adorable and a must to look at for any animal lover.

1.       Tell us a bit about you and what you sell/make?

I am a mum of 2 grown children. Growing up on a farm started me on a lifelong love of animals.

2.       Why did you start to make and sell your own products?

I have also been into arts and crafts of all kind, and up until a few years ago was a card/scrap booking teacher. Combining the two-Paddy Paws came into being, commencing with doorstop with hand drawn animals on them.

3.       What does a normal day look like for you?

There is no such thing as a "normal" day for me apart from dealing with our three over pampered feline companions

4.       Where are you most creative/what time of the day are you most creative?

I normally am most creative around the middle of the day after jobs and running around has finished.

5.       Where do you get your inspiration from?

Most of my inspiration comes from what sort of mood I am in, and requests from people.

6.       Do you buy things for your house because they look pretty or because they are functional and serve a purpose? 

I like pretty things, but due to space restrictions I am forced to be practical, it's much nicer if the two can combine.

7.       What is your dream job?

My dream job would be getting paid to travel to wonderful places

8.       Do you have a major goal this year and what is it?

My goals for the next year is to get the name Paddy Paws out there more

9.       Are you a homebody or a traveller?

Traveller

10.   How do you relax?

A nice glass of red shared with friends.

I hope you enjoyed getting to know Janice a little bit and I hope you enjoyed looking at her adorable animal themed products. Pop in to our shop at 15 William St, Orange to browse through the great range we have.

Hope you all enjoy the rest of your week!

Nellie

xx

Stitched Up With Buttons

This week I have launched a new collection in my online store

Stitched Up With Buttons 

is a gorgeous range of handmade items created by the lovely Louise.

I am really excited to be able to sell her lovely items and also help support another Mum with her business. 

I asked Louise to share a little about herself and what she does.

 Hi! My name is Louise and some of my favourite things in this world is my family, sewing and giving and receiving gifts. This is how Stitched Up With Buttons was created. I started sewing and making handmade gifts for friends of mine, when they started having babies. I, like a lot of others, wanted to give a practical, beautiful and meaningful present that was not commercially made and environmentally friendly, but there was not much out there. I created Stitched Up With Buttons and have been making baby quilts for about 7 years.

I hand make a variety of baby gifts, including outfits and flash books but I specialise in baby quilts. All my baby quilts are unique; no one quilt is the same. 

All quilts are 100% cotton, using Cosy Cotton wadding and all new fabric. My quilts and gifts are made in a clean, smoke free home. All my gifts are made from high quality materials and are made to last, because as a mum, I know how ‘loved and used’ my gifts can be, so I want them to last and to be able to the thrown in the wash when they need.

When I am not sewing I am a mother of one gorgeous son, Tom, who was born in January 2012, and work part time in the public service in Canberra. 

I use the quilt I made for Tom everyday as a play mat. I am able to put him on the mat on the floor and I not have to worry about dribble, throw up or ‘accidents’ getting onto the carpet. If it gets grubby, then I just throw it in the wash and it is as good as new. 

I love sharing my passion for sewing and all things beautiful with others, and after many people asking where they can buy my creations, I am proud to put my quilts and gifts on Nellie’s website selling beautiful things. I hope you enjoy my creations just as much as I love to make them!

I hope you love Louise's work as much as I do, these gorgeous quilts would make a really special gift for any new babies in your life. You can find out more about each one over in my store.

McCarthy Designs & Occasions

xx