Creative Finds Blog — Markets

A couple of weeks ago the creative wonderland that is The Finders Keepers Market was held in Sydney. Such an inspiring group of talented entrepreneurs gather for 3 x whole days showcasing their passion pieces, meeting their customers and educating a supportive community through talks, workshops and just general chit chat. I had a whirlwind visit this time, but all the same, came away with some beautiful purchases - with a pink and orange bias #obvs - and found a new supplier for the Creative Finds online store too. Win! On twice a year in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, if...

*** LATE AMMENDMENT.....Creative Finds WILL NOT BE AT Bondi Markets THIS WEEKEND 3/3/19 ***** My debut at Bondi Market was postponed last weekend, thanks to the far reaching effects of Cyclone Oma. Beaches were closed across NSW, and with beach wear to sell, I decided to wait for a sunnier day to peddle my wares! So this Sunday - March 3rd - Creative Finds will head beach-side with our kaftans, kimonos, leather slides and a few new bits and pieces too! I popped in for a reconnaissance a couple of weeks back and saw some lovely hand-crafted items, so I...

Last Thursday I zipped over the bridge to the annual Retail Trade event that is Life Instyle. I have a pretty specific set of criteria when sourcing new products - hand-crafted, light weight so as easy to post, unbreakable, non-perishable, small for postage and storage and it has to be something I would happily give to a dear friend as a gift. This set of criteria is fortunate as it means I can whip around these events quickly, and on that particular day I had a tight timeframe. With some more hours up my sleeve I'd have loved to listen...

In the next couple of months, there are oodles of markets, showcasing handcrafted products, coming up. Early in the year, it can be quiet on the market trail, but rest assured, artisan markets are well and truly underway. Big cities and smaller towns all play host to creative makers, and a market is the best place to purchase unique pieces, each with their own story. Pop these upcoming market dates in your calendar, and maybe I'll see you there: APRIL: The Makers & Shakers Market - April 7 (Syd), April 21 (Adel), April 29 (Melb) The Olive Tree Market -...