Earring Extravaganza Workshop by Glitterari - Saturday 22nd April 10am to 12pm
Glitterarti presents an extravagant acrylic earring making workshop at SFH Designs Boutique (includes bubbles & nibbles).
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Rio Carnival - Saturday 11th March 2023
Please join us for our Rio Carnival Fundraiser 2023 - New Farm style!
Get your Tickets HERE!
Our event starts at 3pm where you will receive a complimentary glass of Sparkling Wine on arrival with light nibbles served. We are fundraising for Carers Foundation - with a fabulous Raffle. So your support is greatly appreciated.
SFH Designs Boutique will be open to entertain you with a range of colourful fashions, gorgeous accessories and enjoy some great specials in store.
3pm Complimentary drink and nibbles plus fabulous shopping! Get your raffle tickets.
4pm to 4.30pm - JOIN IN on our Sambaliscious Samba Dance Lesson out the front of SFH Designs Boutique or watch.
5pm Raffle drawn! Lucky Door Prizes!
Prepare to be ENTERTAINED!
Join Mishel Finlayson, Australia's very first Rio Carnival Muse, as she takes you through the absolute basics of this beautiful dance style and introduces you to a whole new world of culture, music and vibrancy, which is the essence of Brazil!
Brazilian Samba is a fabulous way to meet new friends, learn about a new culture and get in touch with your inner dancing Queen!
No partner, experience or coordination necessary - just come and have fun with us!
What to wear? Your own fabulous Rio Carnival outfit (feathers, sequins and glitter) and shoes to dance in!
**Last year we had a SELL OUT crowd who all had an absolute ball dancing up a storm, plus we were voted as a Top 10 Fashion Event for 2022 for the Women in Fashion Awards. All attendees must have a ticket booked prior to entry so BOOK your tickets ASAP.
Early Bird Tickets are $30 plus GST & Eventbrite Fees (Purchase by 28/02/23)
Tickets are $35 each plus GST & Eventbrite Fees.
**We will be selling Raffle tickets fundraising for Carers Foundation - Unsung Hero's
Thank you for supporting your local small businesses. Don't forget to bring your friends.
This is an outdoor event. In the event of rain, the event will continue as we have some coverage however bring a brolly for extra coverage if needed!
Event Location: in front of SFH Designs Boutique - Cnr of Moray & Merthyr Rd (opposite the roundabout), New Farm.
Free Street Parking is available around SFH Designs Boutique.
(We love hosting fun and fabulous events however responsible behaviour where alcohol is being served is expected).
Goddess Crown Headpiece Workshop - 18th March 2023
For Booking Link Click HERE
Learn how to make handmade flowers with sweet stamen centres, leaves and buds. Arrange your handmade creations with other fabric blooms to make a one-of-kind headpiece mounted on a comfortable band, all designed by you! Let us know your colour coordination so Flora can prepare the kits! Kit contains materials to make approximately 7 flowers and buds ranging in size with a selection of leaves, stem wire and satin covered headband. Reds
Pinks/Reds
Greens/Blues
**Please email Sarah on sfhutson@bigpond.net.au to advise of your colour choice.
ALL Materials are supplied however BYO Dressmaker's Scissors if you have them.
Be inspired by Millinery techniques of the past to make your own beautiful headpiece. A 3 hour workshop, where class participants choose from a range of supplies of flowers and embellishments to make their own stunning Flower Headpiece.
Please note this is a 'Follow the Leader' style Class, with participants taking instructions from Flora Fascinata to follow her lead with creating your headpiece.
Light Nibbles and Sparkling Wine served complimentary. BYO water bottle.
Early Bird Price: $95 plus Fees. These Beautiful pieces sell up to $300!
Maximum Class no.: 10 - so book NOW! This class is recommended for participants 18 years and older.
LOCATION: Outside the front of SFH Designs Boutique, on the corner of Moray & Merthyr Rd, New Farm.
YOUR HOSTS: Sarah - SFH Designs Boutique & Mel - Flora Fascinata Millinery
SFH is now a published Author! Beyond My Wildest Dreams - Humble Leaders Book Launch Sept 2021
Hello! My name is Sarah Hutson and I am the Creative Owner & Designer of SFH Designs; and I am super excited to present to you our Humble Leaders Book. You can read all about my story in Chapter 11 - Beyond My Wildest Dreams; as well the journeys of 11 other amazing women. I hope you enjoy our book; collectively it is filled with stories of courage, strength and perseverance. Something for everyone!
Many thanks for your support,
Sarah xx
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About the Book
Across twelve chapters, you have the opportunity to hear authentically from twelve strong and successful woman giving you an insight into their lives, and what has happened to them to bring about the change they wanted or needed and how you too can bring about the positive outcomes you want to seek in your life.
Across twelve chapters, you have the opportunity to hear authentically from twelve strong and successful woman giving you an insight into their lives, and what has happened to them to bring about the change they wanted or needed and how you too can bring about the positive outcomes you want to seek in your life.
Delivering a powerful mix of diverse life stories and business journeys, Humble Leaders is both, a gripping cover to cover deep dive into the inspiring lives of twelve ordinary women doing extraordinary things, and also it is an easy to read ‘pick-a-chapter-at-random’ book that is sure to engage, inform and empower. It’s a perfect gift to yourself and your friends.
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“All great leaders are truly humble people. This is an important book.”
First Female Lord Mayor of Brisbane (1985 to 1991)
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“This book reflects a truly electric mix of female leaders that show tenacity and spirit. It is very special when a creative person also has a realistic understanding of the business of business, but is humble in the process. A must read for anyone in the fashion industry.” Dianne Cant, Fashion Columnist, Event Stylist, Presenter, Stylist and Influencer
“This book shares a powerful message; that to keep on going no matter what, can take us to our dream destination.” Karen Jacobsen, The Voice of Siri, Australia, The GPS Girl
ATTEND OUR BOOK LAUNCH
Humble Leaders Book Launch – 16 September 2021 Dymocks Bookstore / Queen Street Mall Rotunda
In conjunction with Dymocks Brisbane, we are delighted to be featuring our published authors in the Queen Street Mall Rotunda with conversations on the couch and a book signing opportunity. Our vivacious MC - Rachael Tiernan, Allstars will keep the conversations flowing - and you never know what she might throw in a little dance move or a song or two. This event will take place in the Rotunda opposite Dymocks Books, 47 Queen Street, near Myer Centre entrance. This is a free event – please follow this link for more details or to book in: https://events.humanitix.com/wna-brisbane-160921-queen-street-mall
Humble Leaders Book Launch – 16 September 2021 Brisbane Business Hub
Let's celebrate the launch of the WNA Compilation book - Humble Leaders. The book launch will be conversational and facilitated by valued WNA member Tracey Mathers, Mentor and Develop the Star Within. Through the chapters of Humble Leaders you are introduced to twelve amazing women from diverse backgrounds both culturally, career/industry wise, geographically and with very different life stories. Follow this link to book your tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/wna-brisbane-160921
MORE TESTIMONIALS
A fabulous celebration of women’s strength, and courage to follow their dreams. Truly inspiring!
Micelle Potts / Creative Owner / Pinkpineapple
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What a great read! It is both insightful and inspiring. These women are truly amazing, and I love reading about them and their stories.
Sher Lo / Owner & Designer / Anannasa
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When you enter the world of SFH Designs you immediately feel the commitment to staying on brand: shopping locally, community connections and supporting the artisan world of textiles and apparel. This book and all of its contributors are a reminder of what must remain in focus.
Melinda Wallace / Flora Fascinata Millinery
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Authentic and inspiring. These diverse stories empower other women to confidently create their own path to success.
Sally Steele - Mentor, Speaker, Author “Dare More, Care Less ®
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An inspiring collection of stories… shared by “ordinary” women… achieving “extraordinary” outcomes. These women are the definition of “Humble Leaders”.
Elizabeth Kingston / Timeless Styling / Curator & Design Consultant
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“When I walked into Sarah’s boutique for the first time I was overwhelmed by the colour, designs & vibrancy. There was so much energy… such an extraordinary, unique collection of wearable art. I had such fun purchasing various pieces with Sarah’s expert guidance. And now I can’t wait to read her story of how SFH Designs all began’.
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Full of generous and exhilarating messages to navigate the complexities of life and to discover a new profound way to live.
Karen Uhlmann / Sustainable Styling
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These are no luck stories – it takes resilience, dedication, determination and absolute passion to create what these ladies have. A highly recommended read.
Mishel Finlayson / Founder and Director of Sambaliscious
Personal Testimonial for Sarah
As a fellow business leader and creative, it has been my absolute pleasure to witness Sarah's business boom over the past few years. This is no luck story - Sarah's resilience, dedication, determination and absolute passion for fashion and creating an inclusive, supportive and inspiring community around her is purely due to her incredibly genuine personality, her business acumen and creative flair. Well done Sarah and I can't wait to see what you create next!
Mishel Finlayson / Founder and Director of Sambaliscious
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What an inspiring book! Such humble leaders deserve to tell their own incredible stories – I loved it!
Rachael Tiernan / Owner / Superstars
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SFH in the CITY 2
It’s SFH in the CITY II 💃🏻Wonderful to be back at the divine @brisbanequarter (300 George St). Welcome to pop in and check out our DIY Embellishment Bar!!
PROMO: Buy 2 Embellishments- Get 1 FREE!!
🌺Our Pop Up Shop is here till Saturday 14th November.
Open Tues to Fri 12pm to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 4pm.
Our New Farm Boutique will remain open during this time. 🌺