do you recognise this rabbit ...

This lovely and very loved bunny was seperated from its owner on Friday at Magnolia Square! When we made an annoucement to shoppers in the hope of reuniting the pair there was an audible sigh of saddness from mothers who know the feeling all too well!

Bunny has been well looked after in our basket of herbs and carrots but its just not the same as being dribbled on and dragged around by the ears!

If you have any information which might assist in the return of this furry fellow we would love to hear from you. Please email us at info@magnoliasquare.com.au

don't miss out...

Day one has come to an end and by all accounts Magnolia Square March has been another enormous success. Melbourne's most style savvy shoppers were out and about today enjoying the gorgeous wares Magnolia Square has to offer this time around.

If you didn't make it today - don't despair; you have 2 more days left. Friday from 10am - 5pm and Saturday 10am - 4pm at the Malvern Town Hall corner of Glenferrie Rd and High St Malvern. Be sure to join our mailing list at reception to receive information about upcoming events straight to your inbox and pick up a date card magnet for your fridge.

Happy Shopping!!

note this down...

Love these ultra cute notebooks from International Textile Collection. Just one of the delightful finds on offer at Magnolia Square this week. Opens this Thursday 26th 10- 9pm, Friday 27th 10-5pm and Saturday 28th 10-4pm at the Malvern Town Hall.

On show will be over 60 retailers chosen for their creative genius and innovation. Amongst those will be 20 new exhibitors ensuring that Magnolia Square continues to bring you fresh talent from Melbourne's vast pool of handmade creators. You will be enthralled with the wares and inspired by the people.

We will once again hold our fabulous raffle with proceeds being sent to bushfire ravaged areas to purchase new toys and supplies for playgroups. Tickets will be available at the door. We look forward to seeing you there!

lounge around...

A comfortable junior sized lounge that is also super stylish?? Enter Kouch- an Australian born company bringing together a hand made children's couch that is good-looking, safe, functional and built to last.

Kouch has been designed for little people between 1 - 5 years, with enough room to share with a big person for a book, or a play. Each is smartly designed to care for little backs and fabric protected for easy care.


"A child's first step is a wonderful moment, we prefer them to sit." says the team at Kouch.

We love that you can create your own Kouch to co-ordinate with your decor scheme. Talk to the team about your options at Magnolia Square at Malvern Town Hall - this Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

ahead in bed....

We will once again enjoy the company of soft furnishings experts Heatherly Designs at Magnolia Square this week.

Founder, Georgie Leckey brings a wealth of industry experience and a passion for soft furnishings to her home grown business. “We offer a new and simple way of designing an upholstered bedhead. From velvet diamond buttoning to loose covered textured linens with co-ordinating valances, our team includes a qualified upholsterer who can work with you in designing to your specifications.”

Georgie invites you to bring a photo of your bedroom into Magnolia Square or perhaps a pillowcase or cushion cover to help with choosing the right fabric. Take the opportunity for a complimentary consultation and to view first hand the exceptional standard of designs.

so hot right now ...

Take a look at The Melbourne Age M Magazine today. Vintage typewriter key bracelets by Magnolia Square retailer Danni Townsend O'Neil of TYPEKEY are this weeks hot object of desire!!

Danni's quirky typewriter key jewellery includes bracelets, pendants, rings, cuff links and earrings. Each piece is designed and handmade in the US from typewriters dating back to the early 1900's. Typekey is the sole Australian distributor of these funky and distinctive keys to wear. See the entire range this week at Magnolia Square.

Click here for a list of stockists around Australia and New Zealand.

silk road...

Karina Ray is passionate about the benefits of silk and formed her business The Mulberry Leaf to share her affectionate of luxury silk products which deliver on function and style.

"We want you to experience first hand what the Chinese have long known: that silk is a wonderful product and has some of the purest qualities of any fibre."

The range of silk blankets boast fabulous thermal properties and are soothing to the skin. The throws are hued in neutral colours suitable for all decor styles and are luxuriously soft. Learn more about the advantages of silk by speaking with Karina at Magnolia Square in March.

french flair....

Founded in 2004, ‘Nell’ is a range of beautiful and useful women’s clothes, accessories, homewares and babywear from French-born designer Emmanuelle Flahault.

Using old and new limited edition fabrics handpicked on her regular trips to Europe, Emmanuelle creates chic, individually-designed pieces that are the product of research, fine craftsmanship and love.

Having spent 10 years as a designer and trend scout for Peclers, Paris, the internationally-acclaimed trend forecasting agency, Emmanuelle has a very good appreciation of fashion, and an even better instinct for style. Playing with fabrics and colours has occupied her since she was a child, when she used to amuse herself in her grandmother’s wardrobe and disappear into the attic, sifting through for inspirational things.

Today, Emmanuelle hunts for treasures on her travels, and then finds new ways to interpret them into all the various facets of her collection. Meet Emmanuelle at Magnolia Square - only 1 week away!

potter about...

Sandra Bowkett will be introduced to the stylish shoppers of Magnolia Square this March where she will be exhibiting her range of hand formed pottery. Sandra is drawn to the sculptural and functional objects of many cultures from the refined fine bone china and porcelain of Europe to the bold low fired utilitarian forms of India and Africa.

Sandra's diversity is apparent in the two avenues she takes in her work. One direction is refined porcelain wearable objects, the other small home ware pieces.

"These are usually based on functional forms. I strive for a simple refined form with subtle textures that imply the making. I have been exploring the use of metal oxides and found earth materials. These pieces are either low fired fine clays or porcelains often under or over fired from the recommended temperatures."

monkey see, monkey do...

Love, love these these quirky socks from Monkey-DO, a childrenswear company, proudly designing and manufacturing in Melbourne, Australia.

The creations of award winning graphic designers, Jane Kleimeyer and Cara Whitelaw, are inspired by memories of their childhood as they endeavour to create easy to wear clothes that children will treasure.

The new monkey-do range for Autumn/Winter 2009 features beautiful knits woven in Melbourne, organic cotton pyjamas, these cute over the knee socks and super gorgeous tees. See them at Magnolia Square in Malvern.

take a peip...

The creators of Nog 'n Piep; Camilla, Nicole and Dana call their business a 'celebration of friendship'. Each member of the team has a passion for beautiful handmade pieces and begun their business as a way of combining their artistic pursuits with their roles as mothers.

"Inspired by each others creativity & skill , our aim is to create unique home spun products that we simply love An item that you can present with pride & that will add something special to an already stylish home."

Using a selection of irresistible linen & silk, gorgeous fabrics & original hand stamped prints, the pieces are unique, stylish and really do reflect the love that has gone into producing them.

Meet the girls at Magnolia Square in March at Malvern Town Hall.

dont missie this....

Lovers of classic, timeless jewellery will be pleased to know Missie will be once again attending Magnolia Square in March.

Both Sue and Al believe that wearing the right piece of jewellery can make a woman feel fantastic. With this in mind, they have designed unique, individual pieces using predominantly natural stones and sterling silver.

Their latest collection includes stunning Italian silver ball bracelets and pieces perfect for Mothers Day gifts. Who doesn't love a bit of sparkle??

yo yo's a go go.....

A mouth watering image to begin the morning. Ricci's Bikkies delicious yo yo's are big, beautiful and made from the finest ingredients including fresh Australian butter and local free range eggs. Free from artificial flavours and preservatives, they are completely hand made.

Being the first biscuit Ricci made, they are a much loved favorite of all who eat them. The first choice for yo yo aficionados’ everywhere! Riccis Bikkis is now in it's 7th year of business and remains a favourite of Magnolia Square customers.

Ricci says “We are passionate about providing a delicious tasting, freshly made high quality wholesome treat”.

Riccis Bikkies will be tempting shoppers with their scrumptious yo yo Biscuits at the next Magnolia Square so you won't have to wait long to see that these treats taste as good as they look. Yummo!

strike a pose...

Firmly established as one of Australia’s most respected portrait photographers, multi-award winning photographer, Brett Jacques has been capturing precious moments for countless parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, brides and grooms for over 20 years.

For the discerning client, Brett is not simply a photographer, but an artisan who breaks with tradition and delivers the unexpected, using his photojournalistic style to create beautiful images which are often missed by a more conservative approach. At the core of Brett’s ongoing success is his exceptional level of client service.

Brett personally assures that a “day in your life” will always be documented with a sensitive and unobtrusive approach, creating a valuable investment and a nostalgic chronicle to yourselves and your family’s history.

Magnolia Square shoppers who purchase a portrait voucher at the March fair will receive an additional credit towards their voucher.

heaven sent...

The Heavenly Creatures Children’s Wear concept began in 2005, when Mums Heidi and Kelly started designing and making a unique range of children's clothing. The team draws inspiration from every imaginable source to bring you beautiful, imaginative, statement pieces to add to your child’s wardrobe every season.

The range combines nostalgic designs and fabrics with a hand full of cool; making it a favourite with mums and kids alike. Each piece is irresistible and functional and will never get in the way of swings, scooters, fairies, mud or cupcakes.

Heavenly Creatures will be launching their latest range at Magnolia Square in March.

devout to soap...

Carloyn Imlach combined her love of cooking and an interest in olive oil to develop Est - a range of naturally based soaps, balms and oils. All are handmade using Australian extra virgin olive oil and where ever possible, unrefined, natural and organic ingredients.

After a curing process, each soap is individually hand rolled "You can speed up the process by cooking it" says Carolyn , "but we don't. We like the traditional method. When it sets, the process starts and i have to get rolling - often through the night!" The range also includes linen, cotton, wool, wood and ceramics.

Follow your nose to Est at Magnolia Square at Malvern Town Hall 26-28th March.

spoil yourself ...

Our next event is only a matter of weeks away! We have some wonderful new retailers on show, among them angus & celeste, ceinture, nog'n piep and kristina brenke. If you are not already on our mailing list please click here to join. Tell your friends about Magnolia Square by clicking the little envelope below.

love song....

With every Magnolia Square comes new talented artists and a gorgeous array of new and desirable products. In March we will welcome newcomer Amber from Love AJ to Malvern. Amber creates whimsical artworks using vintage kimono and sari fabrics, papers imported from around the world, as well as other handpicked objects she sees beauty in.

The latest range 'Butterfly'- is reminiscent of authentic vintage Butterfly Boxes with each butterfly individually hand-cut from Amber's collection of time worn fabrics and elegant papers - our fav is the vintage music scores.

Love Aj specializes in custom design so use Magnolia Square as an opportunity to meet the designer and discuss a piece that is perfect for your space.

autumn must have...

The Lynn scarf from Ella Sanders is our absolute must have autumn accessory. We are loving the neutral, sophisticated tones and delicate tassel fringing. Attention to detail, quality yarns, colour & design are carefully considered for each product, making each Ella Sanders item a great way to update your wardrobe this season.

The Winter range is all about pure lambswool and merino yarns crafted into divine scarves, caps, berets and cardigans. Visit Danielle at Magnolia Square in March at the Malvern Town Hall or view the range online.

wind it up...

As many creative ventures do, LITTLE JANE ST sprang from a novel idea: to revive our greeting culture and defy the mushrooming e-card inclination with an inspired line of stationery items. The LITTLE JANE ST boutique stationery label includes design-minded limited edition greeting cards, gift enclosures, custom invitations, signature wrap and personalised trinkets, delivered in organic hand-stitched cotton carry-bags tied up with string.

"When I am not busy hand-picking vintage materials, sequins and all manner of recycled odds and ends, I enjoy spending my time experimenting with traditional craft methods such as hand stitching, knitting, stencilling, origami and textured collage. I often draw ideas and inspiration from tactile objects, including discarded fabrics, old story books, sewing patterns and ornate objects such as vintage typewriters" says designer Alarna.

The wind me up Range is available for purchase online and just quietly - who doesn't like the idea of a 'wind up man' - one that must certainly be capable of winding down!

snug as a bug...

Merino offers your baby uncompromising warmth, while simultaneously working to help regulate your baby's temperature to ensure they are neither too warm nor too cool. Other benefits are ease of care, environmental sustainability and a luxurious soft feel.

Three Bags Full sources the highest quality merino wool, sourced from the pristine high country sheep stations of New Zealand’s Southern Alps to create their range of functional and fun children's clothing and accessories. We love the classic striped design of the baby blanket.

See the full range at Magnolia Square 26,27 and 28th March at the Malvern Town Hall.