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Gwyneth Hulse native timber goodies
We are loving the fabulous New Zealand made goodies by Miss Hulse from KeriKeri!   Native timbers Totora, Rimu and swamp Kauri are the base for her lovely geometric shaped tea light holders, bangles, succulent plant holders and key rings.  All of the wares are lovingly hand cut, sanded, painted with beautiful colours and then the most heavenly earthy smelling wax is applied.  All Gwyneth's designs make for contemporary pieces with a natural touch which will keep you loving them for many years to come. We particularity love the succulent plant holder in store - it looks... Read more...
We love LoveHate jewellery!
Oh LoveHate, how do I love thee, let me count the ways... We've just had a delivery of beautiful bright products from LoveHate, an Australian company that makes gorgeous trinkets for your neck, ears and feet.  We love their faceted bead necklaces, made from spun copper and powder coated in vibrant colours - one for every season!   Clockwise from top left: Summer Brights, Acier Grey, Vermillion and Bleu Marine Navy.  Check them out HERE! We love their ceramic necklaces and cute wee earrings: Clockwise from top left: Blue Diamond... Read more...
Wellington Lux Festival - lights lights pretty lights!
It is time for spots around Wellington city to be lit up with pretty sparkly lights again!  From the 22-31st of August a dusk till 11pm walk around Wellington will become a little bit like a treasure hunt.   The Lux festival starts around Eva street or the water front and make your way around spotting lighting exhibits by local artists and collaborators.   My favorites last year were the pretty birds in Eva Street, the glowing ice cubes in the park and the glowing balls on the trees by the... Read more...
New necklaces - they're charming!
Claire's been a busy bee in her studio lately, making all sorts of fabulous creations. She's like Willy Wonka, only minus the chocolate (and crazy eyes).  One of my favourite things to come out of the studio lately is these gorgeous sterling silver charm necklaces. At the risk of sounding like a late-night infomercial, we are drowning in beautiful charms. But unlike the Ab Blaster 3000, these necklaces are only one easy payment of $59, and will leave you looking fresh and cute (with spine intact). Each charm comes on a... Read more...
Tailor Skincare - it's dermatalogically sweet as!
We love to keep our skin supple, moisturised and oh so soft, especially during the winter months which can really mess your skin up. We're so stoked to introduce Tailor Skincare, the brain child of Sara Quilter. Quilter, New Zealand born and bred, discovered a love for skin care while studying natural health and organic agriculture in California and began developing natural skincare formulas. Her first, the Tailor Masque, was first produced in her father's shed! Just two years later, Tailor Skincare is now a successful business with a great range of... Read more...
MFP Gift Guide: 30th birthday
Hey guys and gals! Stuck on what to buy your loved one/BFF/colleague for her 30th? No fear, MFP is here, with a bunch of sweet trinkets perfect for any 30th birthday.      1. Status Anxiety Evelyn Wallet, $115. 2. Porcelain Bird Ornament, Hettie/Yellow, $40. 3. King King Wildflowers Sleep Mask, $25. 4. Status Anxiety Cruel To Be Kind Bag, $335. 5. Hug A Porcupine Origami Rabbit Brooch, $35. 6. Status Anxiety Phoebe Purse, Tan, $60. 7. Bronze Twig Bangle, $49. 8. Fucking Brilliant Journal, $20. 9. Cloud Nine Metallic Feather Print, A3, $45. 10. Silver Moon Cocktail Ring, $55.  Read more...
MFP Gift Guide: 21st birthday
Stuck with gift ideas? Check out MFP's new blog feature, the MFP Gift Guide! First up, 21st birthday!      1. Sterling Silver Arrow Ring, $49. 2. Status Anxiety Some Secret Place Bag, $350. 3. Charm & Gumption Anything Could Happen Print, $40. 4. Status Anxiety Maud Wallet, $75. 5 Banter Banner F*ck Ribbon, $15. 6. Hug A Porcupine Origami Panda Brooch, $35. 7. Banter Banner Sweet Dreams Banner, $29. 8. Mi Goals Get Shit Done Journal, $9.50. 9. Lucy McIntosh Nail Polish, $22. 10. Fringe Studios Cube Candle, Peony Rose & Vanilla, $32.   Happy gift giving!    Read more...
Gettin' crafty on a rainy day.
It's winter, it's cold, so it's time to craft! Thankfully, Madame Fancy Pants is full of things to keep you busy on a rainy day.  I've turned to Sublime Stitching for their beautiful, easy and fail-safe embroidery patterns. We stock their iron-on transfer designs, metallic flosses and needles. Check out their needle pack here. The pack comes with a handy magnet to keep them safe. Transfer pack Embroidery needles   Or, use their embroidery pattern craft pad, which includes over 75 fresh, fun embroidery patterns. (Craft pad available in store only. Or... Read more...
Come meet the family!
We have a whole lot of lovely new forest friends in store - Papa deer, mama deer, baby deer and more. Pop on in and say hello or check'em out online and give some darling critters a new home today! xoxclaire   Read more...
The best cards you ever did see!
Love super talented gals and guys? So do we - that's why we're super happy to have cards from Red Cap and Carolyn Suzuki in stock! Red Cap's card range, Illustrated by different artists from around the globe, is quirky, cute and sure to compliment your gifts. Even better, both Red Cap and Carolyn Suzuki cards are printed using soy inks on recycled card.  Got a birthday to celebrate? Celebrate with gold foil goodness! Check out the Gold Raven card, for the bird lover, or the Gold Leaf card for the... Read more...
Got the winter blues? Read this and treat yo'self!
Need some help getting some ZzZz's at the moment? Me too! I think it's the cold, and the fact that I just can't stop watching Breaking Bad - yes, I know, I'm a bit late to the party!  So if you need to relax and unwind at the end of the week, no fear - Madame Fancy Pants is here, and we've just got some delicious-smelling goodies and beautiful trinkets in store to cure your winter blues.  I've never been a good sleeper (just ask my mum about my younger... Read more...
New pretty sterling silver rings!
Pretty up your hands with a gorgeous sterling silver ring or 2!  MFP just got a whole heap of lovely new sterling rings, from floral wreaths to marcasite bands, geometric hearts to chevron double bands and more! yay! xoxmfp Read more...