Nora Does is an online creative boutique specialising in designer toys and collectables, plus a lovely range of prints and work by independent artists. The products come from all over the globe, from Japan to the UK. Personally I haven’t seen anything sweeter than these red riding hood stacking cups for a long time. And if you purchase a little something from Nora Does, the packaging for your order is environmentally friendly, from the recycled cardboard to the biodegradable bubble wrap. Goodie! Also, if you are an arty type and would like to sell your work through Nora Does they are more than happy to hear from you through their submissions page on their website.

With the Australian dollar currently the laughing stock of the foreign currency world, there are those among us who might be tempted to cut back on the whole overseas, internet shopping lark. But there are still bargains to be found. These dinky little badge sets are only a little over seven bucks on Canadian site Thimble. They have loads of differently themed button packs to choose from (vintage fashion, holidays, lace doilies), so there’s a little somethin’ for everybody. Dare we say ‘stocking stuffer’?

Pretty things do indeed come in small packages. Just look at Kirstin Ash’s new treasures. The New Zealander’s new Flight of Romance Collection features lovely creatures of flight including butterflies, bees, hummigbirds and owls. You can find Kirsten’s creations at lots of fashiony boutiques or stay put and shop online.

I know we shouldn’t be talking about dresses when we’re already wearing socks, but this delightful new online dress shop was too good not to share.   Chief dress owner Judy Kou, who's based in NYC, says Sunday Brunch is all about being unabashedly feminine, individual, and creative. When you’re done shopping you can also drop by the art gallery which features both established and emerging female artists (like our very own Eveline Tarunadjaja.) Judy also believes in providing her customers with a personal service and is on hand to chat or email about dress particulars. You might have to save your pennies to purchase, but it’s always free to window shop.

If only I’d known about Who’s the Fairest earlier. It would have saved me hopping down on my hands and knees to manically search through my wardrobe for the perfect weekend-in-the-big-city purse.   

Yayness! frankie issue 30 is out today! We’re sending postcards from out of town with tales of creatives outside the city limits, rock ‘n’ roll in China, life in a remote Aboriginal township, photos, craft and love from the USA and an interview with the Frenchiest of actresses, Audrey Tautou. Then there’s stories from the best gigs ever (Led Zep in the ‘70s – swoon), My Little Pony art, a big thumbs up for sickies, a peek inside Sarah Blasko’s sweet pad and 30 awesome giveaways for our 30th issue. Pick one up today!