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Dig deep with That Vintage – QLD Disaster Relief Appeal

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Toowoomba Flash Flooding 10 January 2011

By now many of you will have seen the devastating images of the floods that have hit Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Some of you may even be experiencing it. Australians are digging deep to support the people and communities affected by this devastation.

I was inspired to see jewellery designer, That Vintage putting her creative endeavours forward to support the cause. And you can help too.

That Vintage is having a 12 item Auction to raise funds for the Premier’s Disaster Relief Appeal on the That Vintage Facebook page.

The auction has already started and will end on Monday 24 January at 9am EDST.

The items are absolutely gorgeous, but more importantly support those affected by the floods.

Dig deep!

Read Sophie Hill’s blog That Vintage to find out more or ‘Like’ the That Vintage Facebook page.

Turtle xox

H-O-T Shopping… For free! The Clothing Exchange

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Ever wondered how you can pick up some cool clothes without spending a dime? Well, now you can at The Clothing Exchange. 
This National initiative runs in five states and is a great way to update your wardrobe, save money and help the environment. 
All you have to do is grab your ticket and take up to six quality garments to exchange with other fashion enthusiasts. 
Be sure to check out their website for lots of great tips and info.
The Melbourne event is running tomorrow night (Monday 25 October). Perfect timing to top up your spring wardrobe for the warmer weather.
Grab your tickets online now, or sign up at their website for updates on future events.
Turtle xox 
Image from The Clothing Exchange website
http://houseofturtle.com.au

H-O-T Offer: FREE Spring bag from nellie & me!

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 A quick message from nellie & me
“It may not be exactly picnic or beach weather yet, but that hasn’t stopped nellie & me dreaming about sitting in the sun and unwinding with a nice book and perhaps a cold drink or two.

We figured you must be feeling the same way, so nellie & me hit the workshop and came up with this cute casual bag – for when you don’t want to mix sand and grass in with everything else in your handbag!

And, because we love you guys so much, we are giving these away for FREE.  All you have to do is join the club at www.nellieandme.com.au and we’ll send one straight out to you.

Tell your friends, tell your mum, tell your sister… gee, you can even tell the cute guy at the cafe near work – if you think he’d like one. Just make sure you’re ready for when the sun starts to shine!”

Now who can argue with that! I’m in… thanks nellie & me. 
Turtle xox 
http://houseofturtle.com.au

H-O-T Offer for the New Finanicial Year: Free Nellie and Me Wallet

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Nellie and me, an up and coming, Australian accessories and footwear brand, are giving you the chance to not only be nice to your wallet this financial year… but get a free wallet!

Use the promotional code AJAY when you purchase through the online store
Turtle xox 
http://houseofturtle.com.au

Feel good fashion with Country Road and Red Cross

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Country Road have teamed up with the Red Cross to reward customers for putting their social and fashion conscience into action!

Fashion Trade is a great initiative which aims to raise money for the community and reduce landfill by encouraging people to recycle their pre-loved Country Road clothing and accessories.

To get involved, simply donate any good quality clothing or accessories and at least one pre-loved Country Road item to any participating Red Cross retail store… And, in return you’ll receive a $10 voucher to put towards your next purchase of $50 or more at Country Road. 
The donated items will then be sold on through Red Cross retail stores to raise funds to support its everyday work with vulnerable people.
So… reward yourself three times over – with a clean wardrobe, support for a good cause and an excuse to go shopping!


Turtle xox 
http://houseofturtle.com.au

Update: #positivetweetsweek Challenge

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 Positive Tweets Week Photo of the Day by @CherieCheroo
Well the #positivetweetsweek challenge is on, and it’s starting to take off. Even the most cynical of us are getting into it and having some fun. Today was probably the toughest day of all being a Monday and the first viewing of #masterchef during #ptw.
Questions have popped up along the way regarding the rules. Quite simply, there are none. If you slip up and post a negative tweet, you just join back in. It wouldn’t be positive if you couldn’t. ;) And, anyone can join in, so spread the word.
I started a ‘Positive Tweets’ list so people can track who’s coping and who isn’t. I’ve been stalking the hashtags, which is how I put the list together, so if you want to be on it, be sure to use the hashtags #positivetweetsweek or #ptw, or just DM or tweet me, @houseofturtle. We’ve got 75 members on the list since the challenge started on Saturday.
Here are a few of my favourite #ptw tweets so far:
Monday 17 May, 2010
CherieCheroo

@houseofturtle omg! I’m the #ptw photo of the day? That makes me hap-hap-happy which is even more positivity for #ptw ! :-D

I don’t know if I kicked Zumba’s ass or if it kicked mine. In honour of #positivetweetsweek, I’m going to go with the former! :)
#positivetweetsweek is making for a happier Squish..
Can I say that #positivetweetsweek is having an effect on me? Consciously making sure no negative thoughts are said out loud..
Today is going to be very, very challenging. But if it’s a complete massacre then at least the wine will taste better tonight. #ptw
Dressed head to toe in black & grey. Urgh. On the plus side, I am now camoflaged enough to go on secret squirrel spy-like missions! ;) #ptw
You were born a winner. You were the fastest sperm. Remember that. #ptw
It’s so cold this morning I’ve got shrinkage, but at least my nipples are bigger. #positivetweetsweek #ptw
Sunday 16 May, 2010
idmacman

@houseofturtle McVeigh just screwed up a kick in resulting in a goal to St Kilda. On the upside, I have my health. #ptw

Photo of the Day
Photo: #ptw for @houseofturtle – “when I get sad, I stop being sad, and be awesome instead. True story.” :) …
http://tumblr.com/x8k9yn9ew
Saturday 15 May, 2010
@houseofturtle What’s this with you wanting to make Twitter a positive tweets week? Are you crazy?!? Do you want to break Twitter? :P
@houseofturtle @SquishT77 @Miss_GK @CherieCheroo @bronska01 @emilyryanmusic Morning Brady bunch. We feeling positive? Beaut! Let’s begin.
One atom to another: “I’ve lost an electron!” “Are you sure?” “I’m positive!!” #positivetweetsweek
Click here for full details about the #positivetweetsweek challenge and how it began.
Turtle xox 
http://houseofturtle.com.au

Challenge yourself: #positivetweetsweek

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I’ve just set a challenge to my followers and friends on Twitter – a whole week of positive tweets!

Starting tomorrow, Saturday 15 May to the following Saturday we can only write positive tweets.

Sounds easy, but it’s not. So many of us (including me) use Twitter as an outlet for our frustrations, to bitch, whinge and whine. My proposal is that we all have a positive attitude for the week. This doesn’t mean we can’t vent still, it just means we put a positive spin on it. Some of the tweeps who have joined the challenge have already labeled it “Disney week” and the “Shamwow of sarcasm” (thanks @idmacman). Haha!

Are you in? If so, challenge yourself, join in and spread the word. Hashtag is: #positivetweetsweek [Alternative hashtag: #ptw 15 May]

 Good luck!!

Turtle xox

PS. Don’t stress if you don’t make it through the week. Shit happens. It’s the desire to try that counts, and the laughs we’ll have along the way.

Follow me on Twitter: @houseofturtle to see how we’re tracking.

Update 17 May: I have created a list on Twitter of those involved in our challenge. Follow the list to see who’s coping and who isn’t:
http://twitter.com/houseofturtle/positivetweeps

House of Turtle

http://houseofturtle.com.au