Candy Inspired Buttons!

If you have a sweet tooth like I do, you'll fall in love with these cutie patootie candy inspired buttons. The sweetest button packs ever. It's a sugar overload at the studioshoppe minus the calories! Postage is a flat rate of RM3.00 for registered mail. For those who want PostExpress next day delivery, depending on the size of your purchases - ranges from RM4-7 ringgit! Will of course quote you a reasonable price one based on how many packs can fit into the ready envelopes. Hugs!!!! HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!

Satisfy your cravings with Candy Flowers : RM5.50 for 18pcs

SOLD OUT! Old-school charlie chaplin buttons, Gatsby : RM5.00 for 6pcs (Limited edition)

Frosted on the outside chewy on the inside, GUMBALLS : RM5.00 for 16pcs

Lip smacking Lollies : RM7.00 for 8 big pcs.

Mary Jane's Sherbets | Lemons & Oranges : RM6.00 for 12 assortments.

Mary Jane's Sherbets | Licorice & Raspberries : RM6.00 for 12 assortments.

Thirst Quenchers, MILK SHAKES Blueberries and Raspberries : RM6.00 for 24 yummy sips!

Thirst Quenchers, MILK SHAKES Strawberries and Banana : RM6.00 for 24 yummy sips!


A taste of Kawaii, SAKURA MOCHI : RM7.00 for 6 mochis!


Colourful String of Buttons : RM7.00 for a mega string of 10 delish buttons!

BUY THE WHOLE SET OF CANDY INSPIRED (8 in all) BUTTON PACKS for only RM44.00!
Hurry now! Stocks are limited.

New Button Packs Series iv: VINTAGE AND CHIC!

BABY BUTTONS (The M&Ms of buttons. LOL!) : RM5.00


This next batch of button packs are full of fun and yummy colours! There's a pack for every crafting project you have in mind. Cutie-patootie ones, Good-enough-to-eat ones, Vintage rare ones, OMG ones and really-really Oh-Want-Them-Now ones too!!! Happy Shopping!!!! Postage is still free, just add RM1.70 for registered mail. For those who want PostExpress next day delivery, depending on the size of your purchases - ranges from RM4-7 ringgit! Will of course quote you a reasonable price one. Hugs!!!! (ps. Make sure you read about the special giveaway at the end of this post too.)

SOLD OUT! BLUSHING POSIES (6 pc limited edition) : RM4.00

These are really vintage 70's pop buttons. Very rare and hard to find. CHERRY POPS: RM12.00

SOLD OUT! HONEYCOMB FLOWERS Button Pack : RM6.00

SOLD OUT! MICRO BUTTONS (Restocked for the 3rd time) NEW COLOURS : RM4.00

It's Christmas in August!
SOLD OUT! PINE TREES (aka Christmas Trees) : RM4.00


SOLD OUT! PINK SNOWFLAKES (Simply gorgeous for sweet blouses): RM8.00

SOLD OUT! PLANES & TRAINS (Half a dozen each): RM6.00



SOLD OUT! RUDOLPH THE REINDEER : RM6.60

SOLD OUT! SUNNY SUNFLOWERS (My most favourite pack of them all!) : RM11.00

SOLD OUT! The brightest, happiest and most sunshiny buttons on the planet!

SOLD OUT! SWEET WEDDING FLOWERS Button Pack : RM7.00 (A pastel collection in yummy fondant colours!)

SOLD OUT! SWEETHEART Button Pack : RM4.00 (These chubby hearts will warm any heart!)

VINTAGE GREEN FLOWERS Button Pack : RM4.00


VINTAGE LAVENDAR FLOWERS Dozen Button Pack: RM6.00

VINTAGE PINK FLOWERS Dozen Button Pack: RM6.00

SOLD OUT! VINTAGE WHITE FLOWERS Dozen Button Pack: RM6.00

SOLD OUT! SOFT FLANNEL : RM7 per meter. Minimum 1 meter cuts only.


SPECIAL : COOL CROCHET NEEDLE POUCH : RM29.00 : 4 Delicious colours to choose from.

From Top : Electric Blue, Sexy Pink, Cool Black & Baby Pink.Unrolls to reveal zipper compartments and pouches.

Best for crochet needles, tatting and crafting tools!!!


HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!

SPECIAL REWARD GIFTAWAY!!!!!
Each purchaser will be entitled to a special draw at the end of August. It's a surprise giveaway - a handmade surprise!!!! So drop by the shop, buy a pack of buttons just to enter, it'll be worth your while. Hugs!!!!!

BUTTON PACKS : SERIES III

The biggest button collection ever! From sweet strawberries to daisies and micro buttons - I've restocked with a range of the cutest and most colourful button packs. Enjoy shopping!!!
SPECIAL : If you spend more than RM50, delivery is via Post Express (Instant Next Day Delivery!)
WEE-CARS : RM6.00 | US2.00 (11 cute little cars in 11 different colours!) SOLD OUT

6 SWEET STRAWBERRIES : RM6.00 | US2.00 (Delicious strawberries for felt creations and crafty toppers!)
SUGAR SQUARES : RM3.00 | US1.00 (Square Flat Nylon Buttons in funky colours.) SOLD OUT

SILHOUETTES (LIMITED EDITION) : RM4.00 | US1.50 (Per pack of 3 floral silhouettes) Please state which sets you'd like to have. See Below for the Individual sets.

From Left to right : SILHOUETTES SET A, SET B, SET C & SET D.

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT : SET E, SET F & SET G.


PASTEL MICRO CIRCLES : RM4.00 | US1.50 (More than 40 little buttons in pastel mix.) SOLD OUT

MARSHMALLOW COLOURS BUTTON PACK : RM5.50 | US 2.50 (5 large buttons in 5 different yummilicious colours) SOLD OUT

GOLD or ANTIQUE Magnetic snap buttons : 1.5 cm | US0.90 per set = RM2.70 per set

BIG FORGET-ME-NOTS : US2.00 for 8 buttons = RM7 for 8 buttons (All pastel colour mix)

MINI FORGET-ME-NOTS : US1.80 for 12 buttons = RM6 for 12 buttons (All pastel colour mix) SOLD OUT

FLUTTERBY DRAGONFLIES : US1.20 for 10 Acrylic buttons = RM3.80 for 10 buttons SOLD OUT

8 DUCKIES BUTTON PACK : US1.50 for 6 +2 ducklings = RM4.00 for 6 + 2 buttons (Choose Lavendar set or Pink Set. Each comes with 2 lime green duckies inside!)

CRAZY BUTTON PACK : US3.00 | RM8.00 for a pack of colourful heartshaped buttons. First 10 buyers of the crazy button pack receives a big heart button extra in their pack!!! SOLD OUT

MINI CANDY FLOWERS BUTTONS : RM7.00 | US 3.00 (With more than 40 buttons in a pack) SOLD OUT

BY THE SEA SHORE COLOURS BUTTON PACK : RM5.50 | US 2.50 (5 large buttons in 5 different seaside themed colours)

BUTTONS FROM MARS : RM6 | US 2.00 (8-Cute buttons with 6 holes!!!!!!)

BIG DOZEN DAISIES BUTTON PACK : RM8.00 | US 3.50 (12 large cute daisy buttons!) SOLD OUT

To order : Just e-mail me at duodesigns_2004@yahoo.com
To pay : Maybank Kawanku or Paypal
Shipping & Postage : Free for Crafters residing in Malaysia & Singapore. Just add RM1.70 for registered mail. Shipping for the US and other countries will be via Post Malaysia and with registered mail. I will quote you the most effective & cost effective posting cost!

I still have some buttons from the previous button series. Browse through the old postings to see which one you'd like to have too. HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!

FABRIC RESTOCKED - Stripes & Polka Dots | Spring Floral Prints

THE FABRICS HAVE BEEN SOLD OUT! THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT. I WILL BE RESTOCKING SOON. DO CHECK BACK FOR MORE FABRICS AND BUTTON PACKS NEXT MONTH!

Hi! Shoppers!!! For those who missed the first batch of studioshoppe's 100% cotton fabbies - this is your chance to stock up on your favourite prints. The stripes and polka dot fabrics are still going for US5.50 | RM18 per meter. The floral prints are going for US6.00 | RM19 per meter. (Minimum 0.5 meters allowed)

From the top to the bottom : Pastel mint stripes, Pastel mint polka dots, Baby pink stripes, Baby pink polka dots, Baby Blue stripes & Baby Blue polka dots.


From the top to the bottom : Pastel Orange polka dots, Pastel Orange stripes, Soft Green Small Polka Dots, Rose Pink Stripes, Rose Pink Polka Dots, Lavender Stripes, Lavender Polka Dots.

Floral Prints Left to Right : Pink Spring Flowers, Yellow Spring Flowers.

Floral Prints Left To Right : Pink Vintage Flowers, Blue Vintage Flowers.

Floral Prints Left To Right : Butterfly Fantasy in Pink, Just Butterflies in Rose Pink.

Retro Fabbies from Top to Bottom: Cream and Baby Blue Polka Dots, Mustard and Grey Stripes, Mustard Yellow and Grey Polka Dots, Mustard Yellow and Pink Stripes, Mustard Yellow and Pink Polka Dots, Red & White Stripes, Red and White Polka Dots, Striking Orange and Pink Stripes, Striking Orange and Pink Polka Dots.


To order : Just e-mail me at duodesigns_2004@yahoo.com
To pay : Maybank Kawanku or Paypal
Shipping & Postage : Postage is free but add RM1.70 for registered mail only. Shipping for the US and other countries will be via Post Malaysia and with registered mail. I will quote you the most effective & cost effective posting cost!
Special request delivery for Malaysian buyers only : Post Express Mail ranges from RM6.00 for next day delivery. (Depending on bulk of order) Will discuss further with you the most effective form of delivery. Thanks!!!

HAPPY SHOPPING!!! Look out for the next blog candy draw!!!!

BUTTON PACKS : SERIES II

It's a pretty stash this time. These button packs will certainly add colour and pizzazz to your crafting projects. Enjoy! SPECIAL : If you spend more than RM50, delivery is via Post Express (Instant Next Day Delivery!)


CROCHET COVERED MEASURING TAPE : RM18.00 | US 5.50 [This retractable measuring tape comes in both metric and traditional measurements. Hand crochet by yours truly.)

Choose your favourite colours. All comes with matching buttons for the tip.

State the colours your want (Top left to right & Bottom left to right) : Rainbow(SOLD OUT), Lavendar(SOLD OUT), Baby Pink, Rose Pink (SOLD OUT), Peach (STILL AVAILABLE), Striking Pink (SOLD OUT).

State the colours your want (Top left to right & Bottom left to right) : Pastel Orange, White, Mint & Green (SOLD OUT).

SOLD OUT! A BIG HEART BUTTON PACK : RM8.00 | US 3.00 (With more than 32 buttons in a pack)

SOLD OUT! A DOZEN DAISIES : RM6.00 | US2.00 (12 cute daisy buttons)


ANIMAL FARM BUTTON PACK : RM3.50 | US1.50 (8 farm animal buttons in cute colours)

(SOLD OUT) BACK TO SCHOOL BUTTON PACKS : RM8.00 | US3.00 (A colourful assortment button pack)

SOLD OUT! BUTTERFLY BUTTON MIX : RM4.00 | US1.50 (Butterfly themed buttons)

(SOLD OUT) PINK HAPPINESS BUTTON & SEQUIN PACK : RM8.00 | US3.50 (A pack of candy-like buttons for bagmaking and scrapbooking! Definitely for PINK lovers!!)

MICRO CIRCLES BUTTON PACK : RM4.00 | US1.50.

RAINBOW MULTI PACK : RM7.00 | US3.00 (With more than 40 Nylon rainbow coloured hearts & stars buttons )

RETRO PRINTS BUTTON PACK : RM9.00 | US4.00 (Delicious retro prints : Selection is randomly picked from a big stash of colourful, matching and unique designs. 6 buttons in every pack. Polka Dots, Stripes, Plaid, Floral, Sweet sayings and Colourful Lot)

Eye Candy of Buttons!

Some prints are limited edition.

Best for pouches, bagmaking and even accessories.



SEQUINED FLOWERS SET x 3 colours in a set: RM6.00 | US 2.00 (6 sequined flowers in Blue, pink and peach with double sided foam tape rounds for scrapbooking)

Adhesive rounds are attached to the back. Very secure and perfect for 3D scrapbooking ideas. Just remove the backing sheet and stick to ribbon or paper with ease.

SUMMER COLOURS BUTTON PACK : RM5.50 | US 2.50 (5 large buttons in 5 different summery colours)
(SOLD OUT) TEA PARTY BUTTON MIX : RM5.00 | US2.80 (A sweet mix of pastel buttons)

WHALE OF A TIME BUTTON MIX : RM4.00 | US1.50 (A delightful button mix of whales and stars. Best for booties, baby clothes, clips and etc)

POSTAGE IS FREE WITHIN MALAYSIA & SINGAPORE. FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE LET ME KNOW OF YOUR ADDRESS AND I'LL GIVE YOU THE BEST POSTAGE COSTINGS. Please Email all your orders to duodesigns_2004@yahoo.com.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

Latest News : Fabrics will be restocked end of June. Interested, drop me an email or you can prebook some fabrics before they're all gone. THANKS!!!!

STUDIOSHOPPE'S FIRST GIVEAWAY DRAW RESULTS IN!!!!

The winner of my studioshoppe's first giveaway goes to....


Incidentally, it's her birthday coming up soon. What a lovely surprise!!!! Congrats!!!!

Here are the lovely things I've stuffed inside this handcrochet bag.

There are buttons, felt, scrapbooking embellishments, tape, pouches and a book too!

Stuffed to the brim!!!

Thanks for taking part in the draw. Next one coming up very soon. So keep them comments rolling!

My Favourite Books : 5 Taiwanese Crafting Books

I have 5 taiwanese crafting book titles in my studioshoppe now! Have a sneak peek of these craft inspiring books. Eventhough you don't read taiwanese, the step-by-step instructions are well photographed or illustrated in every project featured. These books are so easy to follow and I believe much more affordable compared to the Japanese crafting books. Enjoy!!!

BOOK 1 : BIG BAG麻布大包包拎著走 [ISBN：9789866648274]
PRICE : US15.00 / RM40.00 (2 LEFT) HURRY!

When I ordered this book I was thinking about some of my friends who does lovely cross-stitch pieces. It's a book about cross-stitching and bag making put together in a beautiful combination.

Some nice redwork patterns. Canvas, thread count fabrics and natural cottons transformed into gorgeous big bags!
This is my favourite bag in the book. Lovely isn't it?

Another cross-stitch masterpiece. Imagine vintage designs on a picnic carry-all.

This book features some modern applique designs too.

Simple lunch bags and multi-purpose totes.

I love the buttons on these bags. Must do the one on the left!

Very clear instructions and measurements. Charts are big and easy to refer.

Even beadworks are well illustrated here.

Patterns & templates are computer generated.



BOOK 2 : CREATIVE PLEATWORKS & PATCHWORK BOOK 摺布，就是玩花樣兒！ [ISBN：9789866648434]
PRICE : US17.00 / RM54.00 SOLD OUT! (Inquiries Welcomed for 2nd order)

This is my favourite book of all the lot. This book is on special demand (I have many requests for this book). Lot's of creative ideas using pleats, patchwork and quilting technics. Put away them yo-yos and try this!

Great ideas for all your fabric stash and leftovers! Not your grandma's patchwork bags.

Intricate details, but surprisingly easy to do with the step-by-step pictorials.

So sweet!
It's like combining origami with patchwork.

More ideas to start your own bagmaking frenzy.

Bags with zipper pockets and lovely cotton quilts.

This book features an amazing 39 projects! A very good buy!!

This is my favourite bag. Love how the cat tails turn out so lifelike.

Small projects to start. Lovely pictures and the layout is pleasant.

I love how the designs are modern but yet classic.

Bags and matching accessories.

You never knew how much you can do with a square of fabric until you read this!

One of the reasons why I love this book is the step-by-step pictures here guiding you to create the pieces.

See, I'm showing you more than I should!

Close-up on how the designer is guiding you to put it all together.

Clear and accurate computer generated templates.

Concise and easy to understand.


BOOK 3 : ZAKKA DIY STYLE BOOK 幸福手饰DIY/文经社 [ISBN：9789867637338]
PRICE : US10.00 / RM31.00 (2 LEFT) HURRY!

This book features a list of zakka projects with beadworks, sewing and crafting.

Basic beadwork skills are taught in the beginning of the book.

Fabric covered buttons and knick-knacks!

Felt and fabric projects for fun.

Retro necklaces with all the fabric scrap you have stowed away for such a project in mind.

I'm so going to try this with my nieces. Aren't they lovely?

Inspiring pictures and well illustrated instructions on every page.

Romantic petals for embellishments. Overall, this book is a relaxing crafting book that will help you use up some of your leftover beads, fabric jellyrolls & buttons you've been stashing away.


BOOK 4 : FABRIC BOOK COVERS 纯手感 布书衣/雅书堂 [ISBN：9789867085856]
PRICE : US17.00 / RM54.00 (SOLD OUT)

It's a book lovers - crafting book. Dress up your favourite novels, journals and crafting books with these home made book jackets.

They are so yummy together! Look at all those covers! Every style for every kind of book!!

A little bit of patchwork...

Retro styled journals...

Colourful covers in bold prints...

Instructions and charts are well illustrated.

Easy to follow embroidery patterns.

BOOK 5 : HAWAIIAN PRINTS CRAFTS 夏威夷风印花布小物/雅书堂 [ISBN：9789866648267]
PRICE : US15.00 / RM40.00 (SOLD OUT!)

This book features fun prints and patterns that are fun & easy to make.

Make your own envirosax carry alls. You'll see many possibilities with this pattern.

Cute zipper pouches.

Lovely home accessories and deco to make.

Coasters and matching coordinates.

More cute and simple zipper pouches.

Well illustrated and computer generated templates.

Templates for easy drafting.

HAPPY BROWSING! Let me know if you'd like to see more books!!!

FOR BOOKS delivered to Malaysia & Singapore RM1.70 for registered mail.
FOR BOOKS delivered to Anywhere else US3 for posting & registered mail.

Button Packs | Like Candy In A Store!!

Finally packed and ready to go. These are my favourites. I know I've confessed many times that I simply adore buttons and I can't get enough of them. So if you also love buttons - here's my first batch of button packs. Happy shopping!!!

Magnetic snap buttons : 2 cm | US0.80 per set = RM2.50 per set

Magnetic snap buttons : 1.5 cm | US0.60 per set = RM2.10 per set

(SOLD OUT!) Purple Butterfly buttons : 4cm (width) | US0.90 per set of 3 = RM2.90 per set of 3

Hearts button pack : US1 per set of 6 = RM3.50 per set of 6


A Litter of Kittens : US1 per set of 6 kittens + 2 hearts = RM3.50 per set of 6 kittens + 2 hearts.


(SOLD OUT!) Will be restocked end of June! Micro Buttons : US1.20 a pack = RM4 a pack (contains approximately 40 buttons or more)


Spring Flower Buttons : US2 for 20 buttons = RM7 for 20 buttons (All pastel colour mix)


Mini Spring Flower Buttons : US1.80 for 20 buttons = RM6 for 20 buttons (All pastel colour mix)

To order : Just e-mail me at duodesigns_2004@yahoo.com
To pay : Maybank Kawanku or Paypal
Shipping & Postage : Free for Crafters residing in Malaysia & Singapore. Shipping for the US and other countries will be via Post Malaysia and with registered mail. I will quote you the most effective & cost effective posting cost!

More to come next week!!! And Thanks for the support!!!

Polka Dots and Matching Stripes | SOLD OUT!

Hi! My fabrics have been sold out! Thanks for the support!! I'll be stocking up soon.

That's right. I thought the first thing I should sell on my blog would be this range of gorgeous 100% cotton (43"width) polka dots and stripey stripes fabrics for spring.

They're going for US5.50 | RM18 per meter. (Minimum 0.5 meters)


Just drop me an email stating colour and amount. From the top : Baby Pink Polka, Baby Pink Stripes, Baby Blue Polka, Baby Blue Stripes, Yellow and Pink Polka, Yellow and Pink Stripes.

Groovy Pink & Green Stripes, Groovy Pink & Green Polka, Striking Pink & Green Polka, Bright Orange and Pink Stripes, Bright Orange and Pink Polka!!

Red Piggy, Retro Yellow, Retro Reds.

To order : Just e-mail me at duodesigns_2004@yahoo.com
To pay : Maybank Kawanku or Paypal
Shipping & Postage : Free for Crafters residing in Malaysia & Singapore. Shipping for the US and other countries will be via Post Malaysia and with registered mail. I will quote you the most effective & cost effective posting cost!

And to make this day extra special - Do join my list of shoppers on the right (Join my follower's list), leave me a comment and you might win a box of goodies from my studio shoppe. You know I'll be generous right! LOL! I'm leaving this sign-up till May 22nd 2009!! A draw will be made by Nigel and announced here.
So check back for some specials and perhaps some good news too.

OPENING SOON!

It's my little studio shoppe of crafting supplies, sewing notions and some of my own creative creations. Check back later for my special launching giveway!

See Ya!