The BrisStyle Indie Mother and Child Market is being held at St Augustine’s Church Hall and Grounds, Racecourse Rd, Hamilton {Brisbane, QLD} on Saturday 8th October, 2011 from 9am. You’ll find all sorts of handmade goodies from local designers, and will also be able to support National Breast Cancer Awareness while you shop!
The entire Racecourse Rd Precinct will come to life with pink balloons and a myriad of festivities to support the Mater Hospital’s “chicks in pink” charity. Join in the fun and stand together with the Racecourse Road Business Group, BrisStyle Indie Mother and Child Markets and chicks in pink supporters, to set a NEW WORLD RECORD for the LARGEST SET OF PINK BOOBS {as per their logo}. Now THAT sounds like fun! The registration for the record attempt happens at 11am. Come along wearing pink or white and be part of history in the making. For more info, visit BrisStyle.
Here at {KID} independent we love a day out at the markets, so we’re most excited about this debut handmade/indie market from the folks at Market Girl. Kicking off this year on 13th February 2011 at Joondalup Reception Centre in Perth, you can expect to find a variety of local businesses and designers showcasing their wares.
Market Girl Boutique Markets are run by talented duo, best buddies and busy mums Teneille and Emma. The aim of the market is to share Teneille and Emma’s love of cute, unique and handmade children’s ware and to provide an avenue for local businesses to showcase their products. The November market is the perfect time to start your Christmas shopping, so make sure you put your shopping boots on!
If you’re lucky enough to be in Perth on 7 November, 2010 be sure to drop in and visit some of these fabulous handmade retailers and designers. Market Girl Boutique Markets will be held every three months from November onwards with designers serving up a new batch of delicious goodies each time.
For more information and venue details please visit Market Girl.
The Fairy Floss Markets present a boutique handmade baby and children’s market held in venues across Victoria, including Berwick, Doncaster, Geelong, St Kilda and Williamstown. At each event, you can expect to find a beautiful selection of handmade products from local Victorian artists and designers.
Fairy Floss Markets is coordinated by Kirsty McEwan, a woman on a mission to support local and emerging talents and to provide them with a forum to showcase their crafty wares. Along with handmade gifts, art, toys, clothing and accessories, you’ll also find delicious cupcakes, and fabulous coffee!
Entry to the Fairy Floss Markets is $3 {children under 16 free} with 50% of proceeds donated to Very Special Kids; A Victorian based charity that provides counseling and support services to families caring for a child diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.
Please visit the Fairy Floss Markets website for venue details and future dates.
The poppyseed markets is a bi-monthly event with handmade markets held in Sydney, Gold Coast, Bulli, Canberra and Newcastle. The first market for 2011 makes it’s way to Sydney on 13 February, 2011. Click here for full venue details.
The Poppyseed Markets were launched in May 2010, and since then have gathered a following of talented and crafty designers eager to share their handmade delights. You can expect to find handmade fashion, homewares, accessories, toys and gifts for babies and kids, as well as teens and grown-ups. The focus is on providing Shabby, Vintage, Retro and Chic looks that are stylish, unique and affordable.
Visit the Poppyseed Markets website for a full list of market dates and locations. Stay tuned for new locations coming later in the year.
The first Handmade Craft Market of 2011 will be held on Sunday 20 February, 2011 at Erina High School Hall, 152 The Entrance Rd, Erina {on the central coast of NSW}. Markets are held quarterly, with full dates and venue information available through the Handmade Craft Market website.
The Handmade Craft Market is designed to help support and promote local talent and up and coming artists on the coast. Boutique handmade businesses from both the coast and surrounding areas are being sourced to provide a diverse range of beautiful stalls for visitors. You’ll find a range of handcrafted clothing for both women and kids, as well as handmade toys, accessories, decor and homegrown produce.
Entry to the market is by gold coin donation {free for kids} and admissions will be donated to United Way, Central Coast Community Chest; giving back to the community that supports the market.
Visit the Handmade Craft Market website for more information, including venue details and future dates.
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