3 Windows

Summer Change.

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3 Windows has had a little bit of a smarten up this summer.

And we have been OPEN here & there, when possible.

So do pop by .......

The Avalanches - 'Since I Left You'

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Music in the studio today ..... a give yourself a minnie and watch the funny clip ....

Things to remember.

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link

Love conquers fear.

Smile.

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Some days it is harder than others.

Glass House Dreaming.

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How totally wonderful is the clever little glass house x

www.theselby.com

I want one !

Metamorphosis + Reminiscing.

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Things are a'changing in the land of 3 Windows ........ you might have noticed things disappearing......things looking a little sparse ........ and to have to make an appointment to enter - how novel ! Having been in business here in Oatlands for 10 years we have aimed to be a colourful & creative hub for the village ..........

there has been quite a few faces that we have put forward.....

The 3 years with Venus the magnificent espresso machine ......

An ever changing array of wares......

3 windows full of glass creations ....

It's time for a change ...... keep an eye on the windows .....

& never be shy phone/txt -0404421344 and the door shall be opened just for you X

Horse Whispering Oatlands Style.

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This past weekend Oatlands hosted the second horse clinic for the year in our Southern Midlands area......

by the much revered Carlos Tabernaberri ......

Such a fantastic venue & back drop.

Here's hoping we see many more events & occasions happen here to take advantage of our amazing and often undervalued & under utilised village.

Bloomin' Spring.

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Hawthorn Collage - me.

We are truly in the full swing of Spring here ...... warm days ... people about ... & things really seem to hit full steam ahead mode.

Next Sunday November 20th we have the Town Garage Sale ........ the village becomes one huge treasure hunt .... just look out for the balloons & there are maps located at HQ on High Street should you need more help getting about .... meet some locals and find yourself a bargain.

3 Windows will be open as well as having a jumble sale out the front ....

Just down the hill during the last weekend in November Hobart will be feeling the passion & power of flamenco .... kicking off on Friday night at The Grand Poobah a performance and then throughout the weekend many workshops in dance, percussion, guitar and more ... we are so very fortunate to be having the Flamenco Australia team here from Sydney on our little island on the bottom of the earth.

Get your Festival on !

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Our little village is in full celebration mode this

Sunday 16th October

from 10am to 4pm

markets, animals, food, dancing, music, fun, prizes, history + more...

Get those dress ups out and on

{from colonial to retro}

+ you could be a winner !

{Prizes on the day for Best Costume etc}

+ YES 3 Windows will be open

& is having a

HUGE SALE!

See you on Sunday x

life balance.

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juggling much and working on some idea of business + toddler balancing...

Get real world !

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Some days the world and all its humans make me so sad & even more angry .....

It really is much easier to be nice than to be unkind...what is wrong with everybody ?!

Oatlands Blogged.

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Oatlands has made a mention on a couple of snappy Tasmanian based blogs......

Little Glowing Lights is a pleasure to peruse....

+ linked to the

a blog so beautiful ....

Callington Mill Flour Buttermilk Doughnuts.

a new blog to keep an eye on + make you even more delighted that you are here in Tasmania...

R.I.P. Margaret Olley.

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"On Monday, Olley put the final touches on more than two dozen works, which were due to be sent for photography for the upcoming catalogue .

Early on Monday evening, (Phillip)Bacon(Gallery) said goodbye and went to Sydney airport to return home to Brisbane. The following morning, Olley was found at seven o'clock, having died peacefully in her sleep.
"She relaxed and went to bed with her paint brushes practically in her hand," Bacon said.
Olley was remembered yesterday as an artist, a friend and a mentor, but most significantly as a patron of the arts.
Known mostly for her colourful still lifes and intimate interiors, Olley was born on June 24, 1923." The Australian

What a most lovey way to go....

Interior - 1970

Portrait in the Mirror - 1948

art investment....

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Rebecca Beardmore - ReflectionsII

Maz Dixon - Pompeii is for Lovers.

Cynthia Beusch - Birds Like Thoughts.

Should there be a little spare to play with I would be easily tempted by a little art ......

Whoosh ......

2011-06-26T19:29:00.000+10:00

Life is a bit of a blur ........

apologies for my lack of blogging ........

the gallery will be open by appointment for the rest of winter(last day open Thursday 30/6/11)

+ the buzzer will be out while I'm working in the studio .... yes time to get some glass happening ....

treasures on sale .....

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beautiful things going

for a steal

the end of financial year sale is on now....

more preciouses have been discounted ...

you must pop in ...

Everybody loves a Sale !

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More beautiful things at ridiculous prices ......

the range of leather bags & satchels has been added to the

20% OFF END OF SEASON SALE !

So please forward & share the news.....

I am happy to do mail order as well on sale items.

Sale Time !

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Starting this week there will be many discounts on many items at 3 Windows ....

We have 20% off

- Italian Knitwear

- Various Scarves + Wraps

- Bling -

with more reductions on other items to come !

Open Thursday to Sunday 11am to 4pm.

Other times by appointment.

4 years ago ...

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we were exploring Spain ......

I still think of this trip daily......

images by me.

P...P...P...Prizes!

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There are two 3 Windows prize packs to be won !

There are several ways to enter -

1)follow our blog via google { at left + below},

2)subscribe via email{signup at top lefthand side}

3)or head to our Facebook page & the 100th Liker will instantly WIN!

[only one clause ...I can only post within Australia]

Pickup of your prize is most welcome.

Holiday Fun......

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Have a wonderful break to all of you that are having one .... and to all the rest of us .... well we better get in the mood with a little Easter Dress ups...

Lately.

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A little visual update.....

Vintage Hats Galore......

Amazing masses of mushrooms this Autumn.

He doesn't stay caged for long.

Want something a little different ?

Who wants chocolate when you can have pure handfelted wool.

important message

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link

I am often guilty of this .... sorry the shop isn't open 7 days & there isn't a gallery full of art glass & things aren't neat as a pin but I also need to make a life !

Life in Pictures.

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Lovely autumn breezes.

Looking for some shopfront inspiration.

Thinking about some outdoor art for Oatlands.

More reasons to love Tasmania.

Some days can be a little blurry.

And dancing whenever possible.

all pics linked...

Oatlands Fashionista !

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Parisian Kid Mohair Blend Bolero(red & black left)

The Moda Imagine Italian designed & made knit wear is proving as popular as ever & each year there are more designs to choose from in beautiful yarns using fine wool, alpaca & kid mohair. As usual they are disappearing off the rack ..... so get into the gallery A.S.A.P. as we are the first in Australia to have the stock.

Freeform Draped Jumper(Terracotta, Grey Marle & Oat here still)

Longline Shrug (purple, black, smoke & taupe to tempt).

Tunics - so easy to wear with jeans or tights.

Beautifully designed cosy cardigan can be worn open also(smoke, purple marle, red & oat).

& the lush Ric Owens designed multi ribbed cardigan (black & grey still available).

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Callington Mill is a truly beautiful machine ....... here's a quick vid explaining how it works .... one of the many reasons for a visit to Oatlands.....

beautiful monster baby

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This creature has taken over my life ..... apologies for being open a little less than usual ..... a screaming baby & a shop are not really a great combination.......

Aiming to get back to the opening hours of :-
Thursday to Sunday 11am - 4pm from today.

One gallery to another.

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Oh to be mega wealthy ..... I too would offer the world such a decadent experience !!!

But instead I offer 3 Windows .....

MONA-museum of old and new art- now open in Hobart.

fabulous pics thanks to Sean Fennessey

here & now.....

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Mumibuto Pure Wool Felted Hearts.

Garden Art.

Jewels.

New colourful leather hand bags styles.

Collectibles.

An eclectic array.

Vintage Tablewares.

Locally created giftwares.

Things are buzzing along here in the gallery .... as always there's new treasures arriving each week (just arrived Mumibuto felted hearts, McKinnon fused glass pendants, Blue Rocks Soaps fresh from Flinder's Island & more bling for fingers, wrists & necks) ..... if you haven't been in lately the above pics are only just a taste.

I am trying to get back into a bit of a routine with opening hours now that the crazy period is over.

Open from around 11am to 4pm.

Currently testing the waters with closing Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

Easy on the Eye.

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Oatlands is looking just glorious this summer......

& is proving a very popular day trip destination....

I will post some more pics soon ......to tempt you even more.......

Oh and here's to a most wonderful 2011 for all the universe.

Happy Holidays .....

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Hope all your silly season preparations are happening with ease........
3 Windows will be open each day through to Xmas Eve & most days after Boxing Day(apart from the 1st) from around 11am to 4pm......
Happy Days to all !!!!

Life here.....

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Creations to be completed.....

Strolls down High Street.....

{meet my neighbour at Elm Cottage}

Callington Mill & Oatlands making the news....

Growing baby.........

To the Fair ....

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Stop by and browse the creations without the crowds on your way to or from the

Tasmanian Craft Fair.

10th Annual Oatlands Spring Festival.

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The 10th Annual Oatlands Spring Festival

went down a treat yesterday. OK the weather wasn't perfect but it didn't sleet & it was a little warmer than the day before & word is out that it is one of the finest regional village festivals in Tasmania.

Thousands of people enjoyed all that was on offer.

The gallery was humming with people all day .

Yes of course some of us dressed for the occassion .

Oatlands takes the biscuit !

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The opening of the mill is really causing a stir ..............of flour, sugar and butter etc........ thanks to FLATPACKBACKERS we have our very own Oatlands inspired treats !

BIG NEWS !

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Image tah to www.heritagehighway.com.au

The Historic Callington Flour Mill in its new refurbished and functioning state is opening to the public on Monday 4th October.............

The mill hasn't been in working order since the 1920's and it will be the only functioning stone grinding wind powered flour mill in the southern hemisphere.

Image plus 3 following tah to - www.callingtonmill.org

Guided tours will be happening several times a day, so you can get an indepth & inside view of the runnings and history...........

So make a day of it & come and aquaint yourself with the lively little village of Oatlands.

OPEN AGAIN .....

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Yes .... 3 Windows Gallery is open a few days a week now that spring is here.

There is gorgeous new stock arriving .........

Just in ......very snazzy Fine Italian Jersey dresses, tanks & cardigans.

Piles of scarves & wraps in silk, lambswool, cashmere, linen, flocked velvet etc. etc. etc.

And more gems & jewels for your Springtime wardrobe.

I am open most weeks Thursday to Sunday

from around 11am to 3 pm.

Sofa Love...

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I'm on the lookout for a new sofa.... and so desire something designer, unique & lush .... but don't think the budget will stretch that far ......... so I have been doing a bit of online fantasising !

MMMmmmm ....lovely leather Chesterfield.

Groovy alien pod look !

Simple Retro Design.

Colourful & versatile.

Sleek & futuristic.

Classic & comfortable.

Lush lips !

All the above images thanks to www.materialicious.com

If only there was an Ikea in Tasmania ...... one of these would definately do the trick & yes orange is the desired choice.

Baby Busy ....

2010-09-03T13:55:00.000+10:00

Well it's been a month since my last post ...... & what a month, I thought customers were demanding !

Motherhood is certainly an extra full time vocation especially with a newborn......

I am really hoping that things start to get a bit more achieveable in the weeks to come, with Mikey reaching 6 weeks old today......

I am really starting to miss my time in the shop & am so looking forward to opening up again sometime this month.......

HASTA LUEGO xxx

The Arrival ......

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May we introduce you to the newest member of the 3 Windows family !

This is Michael, he arrived on Friday the 23rd of July at 12.50pm.

We are all doing well, getting to know each other & enjoying our introduction to "bringing up baby".

Yes the gallery is still only open by open appointment ...... don't hesitate to call should you need to get in........ we are planning to re-opening early September.

Still Waiting !

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Sorry to have been neglecting you blog world ...... but being very pregnant I'm finding rather exhausting !!!!!!

Posting on the blog is on my list of things to do for each day......

But I just don't seem to get around to it .....

Yes ... we are overdue now by a few days ..... so hoping for some news any moment now !

Images ..... gracias weheartit.com

Can't Get In !

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Yes thats my rather large belly and yes I am just about to give birth anyday now so the gallery is currently closed and open by appointment only, till the end of winter.

Phone - 03 6254 1510 Mobile - 0404 421344

Email - artglasstash@yahoo.com.au

Thats not to say I won't be here every now & then posting updates, bit & pieces.

Sailing into a new era .

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Yes the sails have been fitted onto Callington Mill just this week and will be grinding flour by the end of this month !

So exciting to be witnessing the beginning of a new era for our beautiful Georgian village.

Oh to be Rich ........

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Saffire is the newly opened resort on the East Coast of Tasmania.

To call it lush is an understatement .... marble bathrooms, amazing views, exquisite architecture, furniture & fittings.

And also a top class restaurant & spa to indulge in.

Oh and our very own Oatlands Companion Bakery supplies them with their beautiful handcrafted breads.

Prices for a suite start from $1200 a night .....

That does include breakfast.....

Blog Bites......

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Been a little busy these last couple of weeks(sorry to have neglected you.... my blog fans) but every now and then I get a few moments to explore the blog world ....... here's a few interesting finds..........

The sproutedkitchen is a visually impressive foodie blog ...... spruiking the merits of whole foods ...... I love a blog with recipes.

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I also love a blog with shop interiors ...... www.weebirdy.com does just that .... inspiration from London as well as design with birds from all over the world.

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http://blog.piajanebijkerk.com/ is the blog of a stylist I much admire...... earthy & achievable. She has a most enviable life living between Sydney, Paris and a houseboat on the canals of Amsterdam.

She is also the creator of the "Made by Hand" books....

Amsterdam: Made by Hand

Paris: Made by Hand: 50 Shops Where Decorators and Stylists Source the Chic & Unique

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More for the blog shortly ..... I promise not to desert you all for such a long period this time....

Keep cosy ....

Autumn at 3 Windows

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Things are winding down for the cooler season but the gallery is still full of irresistible trinkets & wares.

The Smitten Tasmanian Made Merino Wear Department has grown, more colours & designs on the fab new rack.

The gorgeous Glazed & Confused Ceramic Ladies who are created in Hobart are a new edition to the 3 Windows family, here we have Bette, Delora, Eve & Laverne.

We have a lovely range of Tasmanian made badges, brooches, hairclips & earrings, just whats needed to to brighten up your winter wardrobe.

See you in the gallery ..... High Street, Oatlands.

Callington Mill a Go Go ....

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Yes it's all go here in Oatlands with work on the flour mill at full tilt....

The millwright & all his workmanshipped components arrived form England at the end of April and the work has been progressing steadily since.

The Grinding Stones.

We are very lucky to have such a skilled & experienced craftsman to be working with our community.

Callington Mill is due to be open around the middle of July this winter, Tasmanian farmers are currently trialing the growth of tradtional & heirloom grains such as spelt to be ground here in Oatlands and should you wish to taste the final product of fantastic woodfired REAL sourdough breads even before the mill is completed..... Campanion Bakery is now open in Oatlands.

Definately worth a drive to Oatlands to get your teeth into this amazing bread.. oh and of course a bit of retail therapy at 3 Windows Gallery whilst you're in town !

GET IN QUICK !

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Lots of new stock has been arriving at the gallery ...............

The Anna Chandler Design homewares are now available with more on the way......many patterns & colours to brighten up your life !

Very reasonably priced & completely gorgeous mugs & tea towels ..... perfect for Mother's Day !

& how could you walk past these beautiful door mats ?

Fitted Ribbed Knit Cardi & the Cristallo Linen Scarf both designed & made in Italy.

& the ever popular Italian knitwear is going like hotcakes with the arrival of the cooler weather.... new this week chunky alpaca/wool blend cable knit cardigans & tonal knit wool scarves ..........

& more scarves in wool, silk and linen in the most amazing colours patterns and weaves ..... they only arrived yesterday ..... I must get some images up here as they need to be seen to be believed !

See you in the gallery ...... High Street Oatlands or call me if you can't make it & don't want to miss out !

Ph : 03 6254 1510........

GET SMITTEN

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Smitten Merino Wear ....... fine pure wool clothing designed & made in Hobart...... it comes in a range of classic, simple & totally wearable designs - wrap dresses, cardigans, scoop neck tops & tunics etc etc etc.

The fabric is light & very insulating, great for layering..... they actualy started out a making adventure wear ....... & have just nabbed a contract to supply those at the Antarctic Outpost...... so just right for our Tassie winter .....though not at all heavy, they are also easy wash & made to last.

We have been selling Smitten at 3 Windows Gallery for a few months now & it is proving very popular ..... there is a huge colour range from earthy tones to lush berries & brights to modern stripes & moody greys, navy & purples.

Simple, easy to wear pieces.

Great for layering.

Just a sample of the colour range.

Sorry not the best images ..... couldn't find anybody to model for me !

I have new stock arriving often ...... long sleeved wrap dresses have just arrived in Espresso, Ruby & Ink.... More sleeveless wrap dresses due in soon along with wrap tops & long sleeved tops.

Dress the walls......

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rabbit - amberalexander

happy camper - lindsayart

donkey tail - carmenmelton

chocolate cupcakes - The House of Tate

girl & octopus - willowing

ETSY is a great spot to find original art & prints at great prices. and also feel good about supporting real creative types making a go of their talents.

Desire ....

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I think I've been working too hard ,stuck in the shop & studio & keep dreaming about all the things I haven't got !!! Not good ...... so I thought I'd get it out of my system with a bit of an airing on the blog & some images to drool over.........

The Allanah Hill Autumn/Winter 2010 Range is now showcased on her most gorgeous website ( & to think she hails from Penguin, Tasmania) I'd love to have one of everything from the collection .......

A night of assiette dining at Piccalilly in Battery Point, Hobart would be divine.....

Oh and a revamped studio would be sure to get the work ethic back on track.......

image tah to Lonny Magazine

New Glass to 3 Windows.

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The fused glass jewellery of Gay McKinnon who resides & works in Hobart are now available in the gallery. Her earthy , simple & very wearable pieces come in the form of pendants and earrings.

Gay is also an illustrator ........ you can check out all of her work at her blog linked on the left hand of this page.

New Homewares coming to 3 Windows

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Anna Chandler Design Homewares will be arriving in the gallery early March. Anna Chandler is an Australian artist & designer who grew up in Tasmania, though now settles in Perth, W.A.

Her Bright & colourful pieces are inspired by cultures from all ends of our globe.

We will have a the fantasticly colourful doormats, tea towels to brighten any kitchen, gorgeous mugs, plates & some gift cards too.

Venetian Damask Door Mat.

Green Oriental Bird Mug

Gift Card Design.

Not the best images I know .... I will post some more as they arrive.

Happy New Year

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Today is the start of the Chinese year of the tiger........ which occurs every 12 years & is said to be a year of far reaching change for all, drama & intensity, a time to be honourable, courageous, hopeful & self reliant.

We should all be wearing fab & feline clothing such as the above Alexander McQueen ( may he & his Mama R.I.P) tank .

Just in from Italy...........

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New Season knitwear is in nice and early at the gallery, there is a range of cardigans, vests, shrugs & wraps in many colours. Mostly from Italy but there's also the most lush cashmere wraps form Inner Mongolia in charcoal, deep purple, scarlet , lavender & fantastic colourful & textured scarves/wraps in wool and silk from india too....... Oh I could go on.......... if anything in the pictures takes your fancy, log onto the website to contact me and we'll be sure to be able to arrange something .

Wool Alpaca blend rib fitted cardigan with linen striped scarf.

Wool blend poncho in purple.

Alpaca Wool blend cable knit cardigan.

Kid Mohair blend ruffle wrap.

Alpaca Wool blend rib cardigan in beige.

Some new characters at the gallery......

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Mumibuto pure wool felted avian creatures have been gracing us with their presence in the gallery for the last couple months, they are made by a very lovely lady called Elaine from Hobart & have been proving rather popular....well who wouldn't want to take one of these characterful critters home.

These are just a few that have set up roost at 3 Windows........

I'm back for 2010

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I've been such a naughty blogger........neglecting my blog life for SO long, it's a busy time of year for us here.....but now I'm back......to compensate I am going to let you in on some of 3 Windows favourite blogs of the minute....it's so easy to get lost in blog world........not only is it escapism...bit it's great for inspiration !!!!
Enjoy.........click on the highlighted blog name to visit !

To start with we have SHELTER........this is from an interior designer in Boston, U.S of A...... it's full of lots of great images.....it's colourful & so joyous to look at........

I've gone a bit green with my few samples below.....

Grow old with style...

Lots of fab interiors shots.....

& gorgeous fashion pics too.......

Colours - Aussie Culture in Pictures is a new favourite by the arty Lost at E Minor crew......filled with contrubutions by many in many categories.....you can even add to it yourselves...

And last of all Paris Breakfasts - I paint Paris Dreams ........

By a New Yorker artist that regularly visits Paris and is obsessed with shop window displays, gourmet pastries & dogs.......so we have a few things in common !

Oh just 1 more.......how could I forget

Fine Little Day

this 1 has been a favourite for a long time now...this is by a Swedish designer/maker & she takes the most gorgeous pictures.....I love her quirky, Nordic style.....

Pretty Shiny Things

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I might need a make up artist to help with this 1 - Flikr

Oh to bathe in glitter...

The more shiny things the better - flikr

A pair of these for me please - Gina Court Shoes

And what girl can say she didn't love these - The Wizard of Oz

This is definately a problem I have - thrusquirreleyes.blogspot.com

Yes, I have a terrible obsession for all things that glitter & sparkle......I'm sure this is how my career as a glass artist has eventuated. I remember as a small child collecting pieces of shattered windscreen, much to mother's dismay & dress ups, well if it wasn't shiny it wasn't for me .....

to wish to want......

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I want to go here...

& here.......live here........drink this............. in my conservatory like this...

images tah to weheartit.

Yes there really is a lake at Oatlands !

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And there's even water in it at present, about a 1/4 full and looking beautiful

Lake Dulverton is attracting all sorts of interest, from masses of bird life to people fishing and canoing the rock alcoves & canals.

Should you be passing along the Midlands Highway of Tasmania ......detour into the lakeside village of Oatlands.

Beltane

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Beltane, time....to commune with the fairies........sew the seeds of your wishes to blossom over the coming season.........such a shame we are so consumed by American commercialism, to be bombarded with Halloween propaganda this time of year when it is not all relevant to us here in the Southern Hemisphere.......celebrate life, growth & the sunshine to come.

HAPPY BELTANE XXX

9th Annual Oatlands Spring Festival

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Monica from Oatlands Antiques & Stella & I in the door of 3 Windows.

Mayor Bisdee looking very proud leading the parade.

The Morris Dancers.

The fabulous Puck & his fancy dressers .

Another successful Spring Festival is over for 2009. Much fun was had by all even in the chilly breeze, luckily this year there was no rain, sleet or gale force winds.

Tah for the great pics Ceri XX

Get Your Vintage On ..........

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Oatlands Spring Festival

18th October 2009

Walking Through the Ages

an annual not to be missed Street Festival in the historic village of Oatlands, Tasmania.....

Next Sunday Oatlands blossoms to life with markets, historical re-enactments & displays, food, music, animals, daring activities, parades, puppets & much much more......

And the best thing about it all is the chance to give all those vintage rags a bit of an airing.......many on the day of the festival don costumes from all the eras.......many colonial & victorian inspired creations to the more modern get ups from the 20's to the 70's ....

So if perhaps you are looking for something a little different to do with next Sunday ......come along to Oatlands.....an hours drive north of Hobart.....all the excitement & festivities begin from 10am.......

& let the images above inspire you to dedicate a day to the museum end of your wardrobe & come & have fun.....

retro mania

2009-09-23T19:58:00.006+10:00

an array of collectibles....
some of the vintage fabric remnants

exotic treasures.....

creatures......

With the Spring time revamp happening at the gallery, a whole new array of retro collectibles are emerging from the winter gloom.........

The above is just a taste..........also lots of race day hats........vintage shoes & other collectible paraphenalia....

Fashion Allover

2009-08-18T09:15:00.010+10:00

Fashion Feet???

Feather Trimmed Manolo Blahniks

Alberta Ferretti

Dolce & Gabbana

Dries Van Noten

Lanvin

Michael Angel

Dior

Well even though some of us live a very long way from the fashion capitals of the world, thanks to the WWW we can still get a dose.

In my own glass work I am very influenced and inspired by haute couture - the lines, the moods, the patterns and textures.

And oh how I'd love to see a bit more of the above strolling down High Street Oatlands !!

All of the above images are from various 2009 Collections.

2009-08-05T21:24:00.004+10:00

photos tah to FLICKR There seems to be quite a few of these little fellows about lately.........they are such joyous, inquisitive little creatures.......and always bring a smile to my face.......

Vraiment Vintage

2009-07-26T10:13:00.006+10:00

1930's French Corset

19th Century Lace & Velvet Jacket

As of course you already know, here in the gallery @ 3 Windows in Oatlands we have a mezzanine overflowing with vintage clothing, accessories & collectibles. Most of our collection is a little more modern than these exquisite pieces above that I found on ebay coming from a castle in France.

OH how I would love some bits like these to add to the collection, but they are rather hard to come by in Australia, especially. The oldest piece we have available at the moment is an ealy 1900's black long ruffled , oiled cotton, under skirt.

Daily Dose

2009-07-20T19:32:00.005+10:00

Beware the Nth Carolina student found creating the barrel monster was arrested ??!!!

Found on the London Tube

Bunny in Berlin by ROA

Beautiful Hair by Vinchen

I love my daily dose of "ephemeral art" from Wooster Collective . Graffiti from all over the world.

Blingin' Winter

2009-07-14T20:36:00.006+10:00

Yes, a little bling to brighten up your winter.......

In gold & silver and varying sparkling colours......

Earrings, rings & chokers now in the gallery........

More New Stuff.....

2009-07-07T21:18:00.002+10:00

Some more new editions to 3 Windows Gallery.

The beautiful leather bags at the top are of fab quality and colours( sorry the picture just doesn't do them justice) the designs are practical and groovy to boot, from roomy to compact & the colours are gorgeous......juicy orange, lush purple, warm red & earthy lime.

The cute creatures above are made by Clair of Baby Boudoir, she is from the north coast of Tasmania, she also makes heirloom patchwork blankets......all made from recycled vintage fabrics....and also make your own lettered bunting.....all available from us here in Oatlands....

See you there !!!!!

Todays Dreaming

2009-07-02T15:53:00.002+10:00

a retro moment.....

2009-06-30T15:34:00.006+10:00

A little peek into some retro treasures available now in the gallery......

This is just a little taste..........I must get some clothing images up here soon, there's lots of winter coats, skirts & knits at the moment.....makes winter fun having something cute & groovy to wear......

A Couple of Newbies........

2009-06-23T19:37:00.004+10:00

Newly completed glass pieces just added to the 3 Windows Gallery.....

"Petal" at the top

"Tree" to follow.......

both are kilnformed 10mm glass and with hand drawn , cut & sandblasted designs.

FREE online image editor

2009-06-20T09:51:00.005+10:00

You must check out this free image editor site ...it's quite amazing what is acheivable.......though I'm sure with a bit of experience & patience......it's called Aviary.com ..............here's some examples from their gallery.........click on top image for link to the site....& have fun !!!!!

Exhibition wanna see

2009-06-18T16:51:00.005+10:00

Gloria Swanson by E Steichen

Katherine Hepburn by Cecil Beaton

Hillary Swank by Norman Jean Roy

Oh how I'd love to escape for a little trip to Canberra.....to see the Vanity Fair Portraits Exhibition...........

BTW you can link to the

National Portrait Gallery

from here...

Fashionable Oatlands

2009-06-17T19:07:00.002+10:00

Vogue Brazil

No this isn't a shoot done in Oatlands , but it could be...........

2009-06-15T14:30:00.001+10:00

It might be cold outside , but we can still try to look pretty and have fun....

photo by m fayre

BBBBbbbbbrrrrrrrr..........

2009-06-14T15:34:00.001+10:00

So wintery today..........it's frightened all the customers away....

You think they'd be in buying some of these.....

We have an amazing array of scarves , wraps and shrugs........from locally made to beautiful designs from Italy................

2009-04-27T21:39:00.000+10:00

Well the end of the season is here ....... the days are shorter and dark early..........cool days and there's even snow about at the moment( the pic above isn't today , it is from last winter)..........and with the warmth and long days go the multitude of visitors to the shop..................Oh we still get a few through & I do like the winter time............ time to get creative ,time spent with the kiln and drawing utensils & books......... though fear not we do stay open through the winter...........and the Midlands of Tasmania is a lovely spot on a chilly day for brisk walks , beautiful scenery and of course some retail therapy to warm your cockles.......

3 Windows Blog Begins

2009-04-22T14:52:00.000+10:00

Well can you beleive it , we are going techno -modern here @ 3 Windows and have started this blogging thing happening.

And if perhaps you have no idea about us , we are a tricky little gallery on the midlands of Tasmania in a quaint village called Oatlands.

Inside this intriguing , big windowed , red shop you will find art glass created by me , textiles paintings & garden art also made locally. There is are other treasures from all over Australia & the world to tempt , from lush soaps and bath products , yummy treats to colourful bags and lashings of jewellery. And then there's retro clothing & collectibles which has taken up the whole mezzanine level.

As to this blog I plan to keep you up to date with what's new , what's going and well just bits & bobs that I feel like posting ............