At Quest, we have a special tradition –every year, we put the spotlight on incredible women small-business owners by selecting some of their amazing products to share at our International Women’s Day event. It's our way of celebrating their work with our network and making sure support for women in business lasts longer than just one day."
This year, our Little Box of Connection – an event gift-bag featuring products that encourage moments of connection and joy – were such a hit that we couldn’t help but share them with you, too. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful gift or an excuse to spoil yourself, here are three great products by small, women-owned local businesses you won’t be able to resist.
And as a special offer to you, if you use the code 'AscottWomen25' you’ll receive 10% off any purchase until September 2025.
Moments of beauty from artist Madeleine Stamer
Celebrating the beauty in everyday moments, Madeleine Stamer’s work is colourful, whimsical and joyous. Our Little Box of Connection included five beautiful postcards of Madeleine’s, to encourage recipients to share those little moments of joy with someone special.
“It was an honour to be involved in the 2025 IWD event for Quest,” says Madeleine. “My art is a playful mix of symbolic imagery with a touch of Australiana. As a creative, I love seeing other women celebrated and given an opportunity to learn about female creatives within their community. I hope people make a connection with my postcard designs and find them uplifting and useful.” Shop Madeleine’s work here.
The power of a shared cuppa from The Grampians Goods Co.
Amanda Cochran, the founder of The Grampians Goods Co., is a true force. A single mother who is raising three children in rural Australia and running a business in one of Victoria’s dominant bushfire regions, Amanda has also experienced the tragedy of losing a child to SIDS. Amanda knows better than most the importance of community and connection.
This year, we featured The Grampians Goods Co.’s Campfire Cocoa, crafted to be the ideal mix of indulgence and comfort. If you’re getting together for a cuppa with the people you lean on, this is the perfect accompaniment. Shop Campfire Cocoa here.
Making moments that matter everyday
This year our Little Box of Connection included two bespoke, handcrafted Kaz Morton mugs, because we believe that even the most everyday moments shared between friends should be cherished and honoured. The maker, Mornington Peninsula artist Karen Morton, agrees. “[My pieces] are definitely made to be used – everyday… I love the idea of my pieces creating memories,” she has said
