City of Perth Twilight Hawkers Market

The City of Perth Twilight Hawkers Market started back in January 2011 and it went on for a week. It was so popular that in November of that year (see post here) the council decided to bring it back to life. In fact, they expanded it to last the whole of the summer season. Since then it has grown, both in length that the market is on for, the size of the market, the number of stalls, and of course the number of crowds.

It's on once week, on Friday night starting at 5pm in Forrest Chase. There are foods from every nation possible. Mexican, Malaysian, Korean, Japanese, hot dogs - bratwurst or if you like Snags and Sons, satays, South American cuisines, cajuns, ribs etc. They even have dessert stands ranging from macaroons, ice creams, donuts, frozen yogurt etc. In fact you can even get fresh coconut and fruits!

 

 

  

 

 

 

The atmosphere is electric, filled with life, laughter, buskers, music and of course the smell of delicious food. Be prepared to bring ample cash as eftpos is not available. The price of dishes can range from $5 to $10.

 

 

All I can say is, I'm glad City of Perth arranges something like this. It brings people outside, it brings people together and it's just nice to enjoy the balmy summer evenings that Perth is so famously known for.

The markets are located at Forrest Place, Perth city every Friday from November right through until start of April. There are still a few Fridays left so check it out. Get in early and bet the crowds, with the markets opening at 5pm.

Karringyup Swapmeet

I've been dedicated for the last two Sundays and waking up before the sun to sell my fashion treasures I don't wear at the Karringyup Swapmeet.

It's been a lot of fun and I'm getting addicted to it too quickly. It's quick pocket money. I just really wish people won't bargain so much especially as my stuff and my friends are actually pretty brand new and not junk unlike so other stalls that are set up. $15.00 for a well looked after and pretty brand new guess bag is already really good but asking for $10.. You are stealing!

Sigh. alas we have come back with cash and unlike last week, today people didn't bargain as much and we stood our ground a lot more.

Anyway, for those that wants to know it runs every Sunday. Get there by 5am and line up for a ticket for entrance. Ticket are numbered and that's how you would go in. Number 1 then 2.. Etc. Public can't enter until 630am. It runs until 11am.

I will be going back just before winter I think.

It's too much fun and makes my weekends seem longer.

Here a photo of our stall... And my friends MC and BB

A chest of treasures from yours truly xoxo

I love finding vintage treasures, especially when you go shopping. Not only do you find one off treasures, buying it benefits the community, in this case, all profits went to the Cancer Council (which ended up being around $4300). I'm so glad this concedes with the Nuffnang September Blogger Challenge. I get to give all you guys an insight into what I got, and how I scored some great vintage pieces, whilst all doing it for charity!

I didn't prowl a lot of op-shops or anything like that to find these little treasures, Two Bucks Til Wednesday did it all for me!

waiting outside to go into Mount Hawthorn Lesser Hall, where the event was being held 

Getting involved in your community and keeping an eye out on sales by various groups of people who raise funds for good courses are a great way to score new items for your wardrobe without blowing a budget. This may involve simply looking at your local newspaper, Xpress Magazine, your weekend papers etc. All of which, to begin with is free, if not only costs you a few dollars. I guess it's not just for raising funds, you may also notice things like designer sale retail outlets (which may only ran for a weekend or a few weeks) - which usually involves massive discounts, or sample sales.

people crazily browsing for good finds... it was nuts.. everything good was grabbed in a second.. 

I kind of stood there a bit stunned for a few mintues..

In my case, what did I pick up at the Two Bucks 'Til Wednesday vintage charity sale?

I picked up cakiepop - which are strawberry mashmallow topped with white chocolate dyed pink goodness

baked by this lovely guy - Bobby the Baker seen below in the photo (find him on facebook!)

The following are sneak peeks of what Gabs and me got.. the carmel case was also from the sale..

I followed that by trying on a few of the pieces with what I have in my wardrobe, it's a working progress at this stage.

The puss-bow blouse with my Sportsgirl shorts teamed with suspenders I got from Friends of Couture and a floppy big sun hat from a department store (I can't remember if it was David Jones or Myers)

with my Christian Louboutin (i probably would in theory wear it with nice pair of wedges/sandals/clogs)

The white blouse actually has double looking collar detail with actual french cuff sleeves.

This mean that if I really want to dress very androgenous-ly I can actually invest in a pair of cuff-links. 

The thought some what excites me. 

However, I can probably pair the shirt with a skirt or tuck it into a dress as well and be very preppy.

I teamed it with my fedora I bought years ago from Portmans

A floaty poka-dotted dress. Perfect length on me. It's gorgeous. Except it needs lining/slip.

The hat was from The Vintage Store in Melbourne

The Belt was from Myers.

The necklace is from William Topp in Northbridge.

This was my "drunken" look - hahah

I wouldn't wear this look out, it would be ok if I wasn't mucking around and placed the scarf on. So tragic.

The dress above wasn't from the vintage sale but it was a great find I found at the Salvation Army. 

It hang on you so well, so much more than I thought possible. 

Another floaty but this time floral dress.

So I'm excited for these finds, now all I have to hope is that I win the $250 Nuffnang September Challenge!

Perth Upmarket - Original and Handcrafted

The Perth Upmarkets was established last year and occurs four times a year. It brings together brings together Perth's talented artists, designers, stylists, craftspeople and gourmets all under one roof. It has a diverse range of products - from handmande clothing, cupcakes, wall art, cards, homewares, jewellery and skin care products. For the last two years it was heard at the Perth town hall - but next year it's moving to UWA, Winthrop Hall. I had the opportunity (finally) to go there on the LAST upmarket of the year and I must say the variety of stalls there is quiet impressive.

and yes, I got something - a nice homemade clutch thats a good size for once - not too tiny - it can actually fit in everything I need - camera, phone, keys, lip-gloss, powder etc. and hey it's different and unique.

So the next perth upmarket is on the following days in 2010:

28th March 2010
27th June 2010
12th September 2010
28th November 2010

GO check it out! - you might find something totally unique.

Shoppers browsing at the Perth Upmarket