Markets for Melanoma

Welcome to my latest Fundraising adventure! 

On the 13th of May 2016 I will be hosting a Markets for Melanoma night! Come along to North Ryde RSL and have a great night out with your mates! To keep up to date with whats going on head over to Under my Skin

Date: Friday 13th May 2016

Time: 7pm-Middnight 

Cost: $15

Where : North Ryde RSL

Entry price is $15. This will get you a raffle ticket into the lucky door prize, every stall will donate a prize from the value of $30 (extra tickets can be purchased on the night) It also covers the cost of food platters to be served throughout the night. Upon entry you will also get a goodie bag with loads of great deals with local businesses. Please pre puchase tickets. We have a limited number of people we can fit in the room and the night will sell out!

On the night we will have : 

OORR : OORR - the greenest cycling and athletic performance label on the planet. Providing solutions for corporations and events, including technical apparel and accessories, made with recycled and sustainable materials without compromising performance.

Ian Burrows Photography : Ian Burrows is a Sydney based cityscape and landscape photography specialising in panoramic fine art photography.

Nanny2U : Nanny2u is a Babysitting & Nanny Agency specialising in multiples... plus everything in-between. Our Nannies and babysitters are experienced, reference checked, have Working With Children Checks, First Aid and Childcare Qualifications.

We have helped many mums find care, from permanent placements (1 to 5 days) or casual ‘one off’ days / nights and emergency care.

The Seriously Happy Food Co. Real food, made by people you can trust.

Dee Designs : Personalised, beautiful and unique hand stamped jewellery for you and all the special people in your life!

Choose from different designs in 9ct Yellow/Rose Gold, Argentium Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Fill and Pewter!

North Shore Running And Outdoor Fitness :  North Shore Running and Outdoor Fitness provides group fitness, running coaching, kids fitness, personal training and a FREE run club for men, women and children around Sydney’s North Shore. We utilise evidence based training principles to ensure you benefit from high quality programs that safely and effectively achieve your goals. It is our vision to create and maintain a friendly, non-threatening atmosphere in which all fitness levels are comfortable and motivated to achieve individual goals within the community.

Arly Hedgehoge : Arly hedgehog produces cards, soft toys, homewares,clothing & art.
All of the products are made by hand & none are mass produced. Many products are ONE OF A KIND!

Stylie : Gift wrapping, gift tags, greeting cards, garlands, bunting and table decorations

Love Jammin Nails : Jamberry nail wraps come in over 300 different designs that you can customise, pair, and layer to create a look that's all your own- all from the comfort of your own home. Jamberry nail wraps are made with durable materials, so smudges and streaks are never and issue. They are heat activated and last 2 weeks on your finger nails and 4 weeks on your toes. Jamberry also offers a great range of incredible gel enamels and nail polishes that are Free from 5 nasty ingredients. Women love having nice nails and Jamberry is here to help with so many other products to offer from adults to children Jamberry Nails are fun !

Tupperware : Come and have a look at the new range of Tupperware! There will also be some bargains to take home on the night!

That We Do : Handmade, one-of-a-kind jewellery and homewares by three Sydney-siders. We are inspired to create original pieces that you won't see everyone else wearing, or in every house. Pieces that also care for the world around them. Each piece is handmade and unique, no two items are ever exactly the same!

Baby Bouquets : Babybouquets.com.au prides itself on delivering unique, eye-catching gifts for families of new babies.

Professionally designed and individually created with love, each gift is made with baby’s clothing and accessories, wrapped and presented as bouquets of flowers and other distinctive baby gifts.

Long lasting, beautiful and ultimately useful, each baby bouquet or baby gift can be unwrapped and worn or used by the baby in their first few months.

Send a baby gift like no other.

Two Shady Monkeys : At Two Shady Monkeys, we make beautiful lamp shades, lanterns and night lights . We have an extensive range to choose from, and we custom-design too. All of our products are made by hand which means that the end result is delightful one-off piece, that's been crafted with the utmost attention to detail from beautiful quality materials, carefully selected for each individual project.

Kids Sun Shirts : Kids Sun Shirts are 2 shirts in 1 - they can be worn wet, as a "rashie" when swimming or playing with water, or they can be worn as a sports shirt or tshirt when playing outdoors.

They carry a UPF 50+ sun protection rating, which blocks out 97.5% of Ultraviolet Rays. Many Lycra and elastane fabrics are not breathable and may not be chlorine resistant. Kids Sun Shirts are totally chlorine resistant and are available in a variety of colours, are made from a moisture management fabric that is breathable, fast drying and *antimicrobial. In addition this unique multi-filament fibre offers exceptional softness and stretch, easy body moisture absorption and reduction in body odour.

Kids can remain in our stylish shirts throughout the day, whether they are playing sport in the backyard or on the court/field, in the water or just lazing about (if any kid actually lazes about!) or casual wear with shorts or skirts.

Grandma's Candle Co.  Grandma's Candle Co sells 100% Natural Soy Candles made in vintage teacups & saucers with unique scents to bring a little joy to your home. 

Sohi  Born with the passion for designing well crafted, handmade pieces from Indian artisans, SOHI embodies classic, comfortable and chic wear in boutique style quality. Feel special this season in SOHI’s gorgeous collection of skirts, kurtis, harems, handbags, accessories and much more crafted in splendid fibers, prints and patterns for unmatched fashion experience.

Thank You to our Sponsors of the night!

Please contact us if you would like to be a sponsor

My Sun Protection www.mysunprotection.com.au boasts a collection of practical sun protection products to help you enjoy the benefits of outdoor activities and manage your time in the sun.

·Know exactly when to reapply your sunscreen with sundicators UV Stickers or Wristbands.

·If you enjoy bike riding Treadley Helmet Hats provide UPF50+ sun protection and enjoy a more comfortable ride.

·With the Solar Buddies refillable sunscreen applicator, applying your favourite sunscreen is now mess-free and hands-free.

My Sun Protection is brought to you by husband and wife team Lisa & Wade Heggie who have been affected by skin cancer or melanoma and take the responsibility of sun care very seriously.

Love the outdoors - Respect your skin - Stay sun safe!

Sparkling Start  Sparkling Start bridges the gap between home and school. We provide parents with the knowledge, skills and confidence to help their children excel in the early years of school and life.

Maestrokes Recruitment Solutions Maestrokes have dedicated their experience to the ongoing improvement of the Recruitment industry. From process and procedures, to training to the appropriate guidance on the right software for your business.

Fernwood Fitness Ryde Fernwood Ryde's #1 purpose is to provide women of all ages the best service, tools & support to achieve results without the BS! FREE chilminding & amazing facilities!

Salon Forty I'm the owner of Salon Forty. A Boutique home salon hair studio located in the heart of East Ryde. I cater for all hair needs male and female.

Juice Plus  > Immediate - reduces the immediate impact (vasoconstriction) of high fat meal by 40 - 50% down to 16%.

> In 7 days- increases key antioxidants - reduces serum lipid perpxides

> In 14 Days - Increases micronutrients - Reduces oxidative stress

> In 28 Days - Significant increase in blood plasma key antioxidant levels - Significant increase in blood plasma Vitamin C, Betacarotene, Lutein & Lycopene

> In 42 Days - Increased resistance to LDL cholestrol (bad) oxidation.

> In 80 Days - Increased folate levels- Increased selenium levels- Decreased blood pressure - Improved large artery compliance - Reduced cold / flu symptoms

Abbronza Spray Tan  Abbronza Spray Tan is a mobile service bringing sunless tanning to your home for an individual tan or we also offer tanning parties

The Twine Garden

And here's a little but about why I do these nights. I look forward to seeing you on the 13th of May!!

My passion for this is because in 2010 things were as good as it gets. Neil and I had a new born baby who was perfect in every way. We were living the life of new parents, we had no idea what we were doing but loving every minute of it.
I went for a normal check up at my GP and while there asked my GP to check a mole that I had. It had been there a while and had always had it checked but it had changed since the last time. It was darker and bigger. The GP took one look at it and told me it had to come out. Soon. I had my baby with me and didn't want to get it done there so made an appointment for the next week.
I went back the next week and had my mole cut out. It was on my back, near my right shoulder. My GP told me not to worry. It was probablly fine. She would call me as soon as she had the results.
I got a call a few days later. She wanted me to see a specialist. The results were inconclusive. The specialist would explain it to me in more detail.
A few days later I went to see the specialist. He explained that it could be Melanoma. But it might not be. They neeeded to take more away from where the mole was to be sure. To be honest I don't remember a lot of what he said. I do remember him saying the survival rate was very high these days, it wasn't a death sentence. I kept thinking of that ad that was on TV. The one where the mum had lost her battle. I didn't want that to be my story. I had a new baby. Didn't he know I had a new baby? This couldn't be happening to me. So I decided it wasn't happening to me. I couldn't freak out over what might be. There was a good chance it wasn't, that's what I decided to focus on.
A few weeks later I had day sugery. I decided not to tell my Family and Friends. I needed to know what I was dealing with before I told people. I needed to get my head around what was going on. Did I mention I had a new baby? That was my focus. I know now that not telling people was a mistake, yes I was being selfish. But I didn't want to worry people and I didn't want to hear everyone's story.
I went back to the specialist to find out what the news was. I was ok. I WAS OK. It wasn't Melanoma but it was a very bad mole, had i of left it my story would be very different. I need to have skin checks every 6 months as I am clearly high risk and if I ever notice a change in a mole i'm to go right back!
I now have a big scar on my back. Maybe 10cm. It's a big reminder for me. A reminder that my kids need sun care. That we all need suncare!