friday focus - little luv

With a cute name, and even cuter products, Little Luv is a new South Australian business specialising in handmade and vintage goodies for children.

Launched by my very talented friend and fellow mum, Little Luv had an unusual start - owner Mardi Zeunert literally found a sewing machine in hard rubbish and began to sew reusable shopping bags. She soon progressed to sewing mobiles, and Little Luv was born!

Little Luv currently stocks "birdy" and "save the whaleys" mobiles, nonite owls, nanna teddies, domino to go brooches, and vintage children's books.

I caught up with Mardi this week to discuss her business for the first feature in my new weekly post "Friday Focus".

Why did you start this business?
I launched this business because I felt there was a gap in the market, and wanted to start something from home that I could do as a hobby and unleash my creative side. I love markets and shopping and thought it was a great opportunity to fulfil that dream.

Where do you find inspiraton?
I find inspiration from magazines, online, markets, and retail shops. I am a magazine junkie and shopaholic - scary! Nature also inspires me.

Where do you work from?
I work from home in our spare bedroom.

How do you manage juggling mum duty with running your business?
It's not that easy, but I manage to find the time. You just have to be organised with your day - and hope that no tantrums erupt! I also work part-time for the 2010 Adelaide Festival in their PR team, so I am finding my time is stretched, but when you are doing something you love you make the time, even if it is at 9 at night! I also have a very supportive husband which is a godsend!

What is your favourite item from your range?
My personal favourite item is the first product I made, the birdy mobiles. All kids love birds and they really enhance a room. All my items are handmade and one-of-a-kind which is special.

Where can we purchase Little Luv products?

You can view my products online at my website. For orders and enquiries, please contact me on:
Ph: 0438 886 522
Email: pezed@adam .com.au

Little Luv will be at the Goodwood Christmas Market this Saturday, 28 November, from 9am - 3pm. The Little Luv stall will be located on the Goodwood Primary School Oval.

I will also be at the next Norwood Baby and Child Market on Sunday, 13 December, from 9am-3pm at Norwood Primary School.

Little Luv

http://www.littleluv.com.au/