Fancy Nails: Do something nice for yourself! These bad boys cost me $25, and now every time I look at my hands I feel just a little bit fancy. Invest...
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Ground Yourself: Some people call it 'earthing', 'grounding' or 'reconnecting', but labels aside, walking barefoot on the earth is deliciously good for us! Certain points in the balls of our feet...
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Every single one of us feels scared. But you don't have to let fear hold you back anymore. Here I talk about how fear held me prisoner, how I'm overcoming...
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Don't Take Life Too Seriously: Take the trip, buy the shoes, eat the cake! Mwah! Tess x
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A Good Book & A Ginger Tea: This one's short & sweet my lovelies, because I'm tired, kid free, and really enjoying this book. There's always stuff to do, but...
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Foster Hope: Losing hope is one of the saddest head spaces to be in, but it doesn't take much to get the excitement of what could be flowing through your...
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Rock Your Own Style: Do you have items in your wardrobe that your family or friends hate? I do, and these jeans are them. My dad thinks they've been ripped...
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End The Day With A Cuddle: You can say it, we all understand! As mums we love them, but we don't always like them. It can feel like a thankless...
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Cuddle A Cat: Animals have a way of 'being' without overcomplicating things. When your head feels full & life's a little heavy, chill out with a furred or feathered friend...
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Indoor Plants: A happy happy Saturday morning to you all... made even happier by the addition of my indoor plants (it's proven that greenery lifts your mood)! I'm the opposite...
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Calming Tea: Take the time to have a lavender tea from T2 Tea and I promise you'll sleep like a Queen. The last few years have taught me that you can't 'fix'...
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Journal: Keep a diary & fill it with all the things you feel (but think you're not supposed to!). Don't censor yourself, just be real, honest & accepting of where...
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Big Bold Earrings: There never seems to be enough hours in the day to celebrate you! But what if it only took a few minutes? My little tip for today:...
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I toyed between writing this in my journal, or just sitting down and writing direct to you. I don’t even think I’d formed the answer to that question in my…
I have always been a firm believer that things happen for a reason, and that there are always lessons to learn. A more recent mantra of mine has been that ‘everything…
Hello hello, it’s been a while. I have re-surfaced from behind the dark clouds of the last few months, and I’m ready to embrace the glorious fucking sun like the…
First published July 18th, 2010, on my earlier blog ‘Little Harry’s House’ To all those who judged me, please read on. Seven days ago I began controlled crying, and today…
Christel wrote this blog for the Monkey & Mum Community, in the hope that her story would help raise awareness for all us mums. Mel from Meloo Studios did the...
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Winter is coming, but that doesn't mean you need to dress drearily! Neutral colours and denim with an interesting cut or button feature make for timeless pieces that can be...
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After baby number 2 I had stumbled into "that" space, you know the one, where you have kind of lost sight of who you are and where you are headed...
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There’s a quote about parenthood along the lines of “the years are short, but the days are long”. Sometimes I get to 9am and feel like it must be nearly...
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Kirsty Mootz is the owner of Sydney based company Parva Skincare, which makes organic skincare using natural and edible ingredients. Today she shares her easy and inexpensive pampering tips with the Monkey...
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I loathe school work for my six year old. I think childhood is for playing and exploring our creativity, but alas the state curriculum says otherwise. Lucky for us, my son's year...
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Personal Stylist Anna Mac oozes sophisticated style! She's a personal stylist, a stylist for Witchery (I know, jealous much?!), and mother to two beautiful boys. I'm beyond thrilled to see this...
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TASSEL LOVE & Colour Pops for a sunny Autumn Day ☀ Mix up your monochrome by adding in some fun accessories like this handmade Monkey & Mum tassel Tiki Necklace - a...
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I was so excited to pick up my necklace from the post office the other day - and I'm finally getting a chance to wear it today. Totally chose my outfit based on it. I LOVE it so much. Thank you.
Did I mention I love my Monkey & Mum Tiki Necklace? It's so much fun, and a fabulous compliment to a simple outfit like this one. Tess x
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I whole heartedly believe in lowering the superficial walls we create for ourselves, walls that ultimately become a prison of loneliness and suffering. I believe that standing tall and saying "I...
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Hello, my name is Lauren and I run a school readiness program called Scribble to School. My program focuses on building Early Literacy skills for children aged 3-6 years old....
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I ordered a necklace off you AGES ago now and I tried to email at the time to say thanks as it looked even better in real life... I remember being astounded at the craftsmanship when I opened the package. Your attention to detail is truly amazing! Thanks for making such beautiful things that not only look great for mums, but are so safe for babies too. I don't know how you manage it as mum-life is so busy, but you've got a great, unique idea and I wish you every success in keeping your small business running.
Brisbane Stylist Cass Symons from Try Some Colour looking sleek in her Monkey & Mum Coco Necklace. Available now from the online shop.
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I can't stress the importance of good friends, especially when you're a mother! Brutally honest friends who tell you the hard truths (I'm talking about you Haydee!) are precious gems....
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There's only one thing more fabulous than one necklace, and that's two (or three, or four), and there are many ways to pull this off. When adding to a statement...
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Move over Monkey & Mum, Shape Labs is moving in! My little home office is about to get even cosier - I'll introduce you to the newbies soon. Tess x
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Asleep? Or ugh-sleep. In the last few days my usually champion sleeper has decided that sleeping's for chumps and he's not one. He is steadfast and unwavering in his belief. Until...
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Sarah Merrett is a personal stylist, and the woman behind the Mumma Ain't Mumsy blog. Check out how Sarah has styled the Monkey & Mum Claudia Necklace* (I'm loving the ankle boots and tasseled bag...
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My 37 year old husband maintains he simply can't iron. What baffles me is that this excuse seems legitimate to him! It's really not f*!king rocket science - you plug in the iron, lay out the piece of clothing, and smooth over the crinkled parts. I'm considering telling him that I simply can't wifey, it's too hard!
The Charlie Necklace is a show stopper, and easily lends herself to smart casual outfits with a neutral colour base. This outfit is a must for modern mums - be them...
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Our model Alicia White wore Seed Heritage top to toe in the latest photo shoot for the Monkey & Mum Modern Dove Collection. The button up high waisted stretch denim skirt...
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Who says mums can't dress pretty and practical?! ABOVE (from top left): Cotton Rib 1/2 Sleeve Tee by David Lawrence ($50), Elle Necklace by Monkey & Mum ($125), Abiko Clutch by Matt & Nat ($85 US), Fuchsia Floral...
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Yesterday I was the Martha Stewart of housework. A fatter Martha Stewart minus the jail time. I made pasta from scratch and slow cooked a bolognese sauce. I vacuumed and...
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Nailing the latest season trends without compromising on comfort. ABOVE (from top left): Voilà Lipstick by Ilia Beauty ($26), Castaway Shirt Dress by Saint Bowery ($149.95), Chloe Necklace by Monkey & Mum ($90), Aniyah Sunglasses by Oroton ($235), Chambray Dot Women's Palmera...
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The first Monkey & Mum designer collection launched December last year, and as expected it brought a lot of hard work and a few revelations too. Rather than beat around...
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Attend any Mumma & Bubba session at New Farm Cinemas (every Wednesday 10am for only $9!) up until March 9th & you'll automatically be in with a chance to win this one-of-a-kind...
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I've joined with Sarah from Bubba Dudge to create some super cute bunny ear teething rings as part of the upcoming Modern Dove Collection. They're made from organic cotton and...
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Kirsty from Parva Skincare shows us how to rock a custom Monkey & Mum nursing necklace. Damn, this girl just oozes bohemian style!
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Sneak peak at the fabrics* in the upcoming ‘Modern Dove Collection’, which has already seen the creation of two new necklace designs! Very excited, stay tuned… Tess x*organic cotton fabrics…
I love clean lines and interesting cuts - throw in some pops of colour and you have yourself an easy, fun, and stylish outfit. Check out this outfit featuring the...
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I've just arrived in Disneyland, Anaheim...I had a lady come up to me and ask to touch my necklace & asked me where it's from!!
Brighten up your day with this classic outfit teamed with the Monkey & Mum Claudia necklace. ABOVE (from top left): Fair Trade Roll Over Bracelet by Sashka Co ($13), ReganB Top...
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It came and it's perfect and I love it!
My polkadot elephant has watched Monkey & Mum grow from her spot high on my studio wall. Today she watches as I perform the painful task of packing it all...
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Yes I do! I had the absolute pleasure of creating this piece for a customer's upcoming brother's wedding. The best part? She's 30 weeks pregnant, so this piece will get...
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I really try to be tidy... ok no I don't. Apologies to my hubby who now has to share a home office with me (& my mess).
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Dress Evie up with this gorgeous cruelty free wardrobe. From top left (click on links to shop): Aniyah Sunglasses by Oroton (sale $117.50), White Cross Front Bandeau by Witchery ($99.95), Evie Necklace by Monkey...
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I'm leaving the fear of judgement in 2015, and stepping into 2016 with passion and purpose. Ready to live loud & proud, & love me just as I am. I...
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Oh I love her so much! Tiff Manuell I'm seriously addicted to your work #bestchristmaspresentever
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Served a customer at work today wearing a monkey & mum necklace. Safe to say we had a good ol chat. She told me she has quite a collection, I was totally jealous haha.
Have you visited MillieJONES in Jindalee? I am delighted to say that the new Monkey & Mum collection is now on their shelves, complete with order book! You can now order…
Robyn was the first customer to purchase from the new Summer Icecream Collection at Sunday's pre-launch event at Nest Nappies. Her daughter Rosie gave necklace 'Evie' two thumbs up.Robyn is an...
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The Summer Icecream Collection has launched with mixed reactions. Whilst I am hearing glowing reports on my designs, the prices have come as a shock to some. Whilst some mums…
Monkey & Mum doesn't only need to be for adults! My 6 year old wanted a necklace to wear to a party and she didn't have one that matched but I realised one of mine did and it was perfect!!
I may have appeared quiet the last month, but I assure you I have been incredibly busy! The kind of busy where your day life blends into your dream world,…
It's time to get real. The glamorous and surreal veil of my awards weekend has been stripped back... and the reality underneath is a little harrowing. But I will get to...
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It's with a silly big smile on my face, that I announce I'm a finalist in the Ausmumpreneur National People's Choice Awards. What started as a hobby, born from my...
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When I signed the lease on the new studio, the gritty reality of an affordable artist den began to sink in. There were no stairs to the loft, the communal kettle required...
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After working out of my children’s playroom for years, I’ve opened a Monkey & Mum studio in Brisbane’s bustling inner city’s West End suburb, which features a workspace, shop, and...
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Supporting handmade, Eco-friendly, & small businesses. Breastfeeding dress by Floressa Nursing Wear $119.95 ** Large nappy bag by Pumpkin Pie Creations $85 ** Fair Trade teething necklace by Monkey &...
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Our friend LOVED this necklace. Perfect for the breastfeeding mum. Beautifully packaged with love and care.
"Thanks for the gorgeous necklace. As you can see, little man loves it." - Bryony
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