24th March, 2020.

To our wonderful handmade community,

Sadly I have had to make the decision to cancel / postpone the Mother’s Day market, which was to be held Sunday 3rd May.

In the 9 years I’ve been running this market, I have never had to postpone or cancel a market and I know I am not the only one who is deeply saddened by this decision.

However, after consulting with our Facebook followers and current stallholders, I am SUPER excited to announce I will now be holding a VIRTUAL Mother’s Day market.

We are all affected by the Covid-19 crisis in varying degrees and I am sure many of you feel like me; powerless and sad but most of all feeling the need to HELP…. but how?

Well… this is how… I am going to work my little butt off over the next few weeks to bring a market unlike any other we’ve had… to your loungeroom! You will have easy access to all our stallholders who will bring you their amazing goodies, have specials, discounts and prizes… and you can shop from the comfort of your house. (I suggest wearing your pjs and a glass of wine, just to make the experience extra special 😀 )

The items you purchase will be delivered to your house, or direct to any other address you wish (so you can get presents sent straight to your Mum!)

To allow time for our stallholders to pack and send or deliver your goodies AND also allow extra time for Australia Post to deliver there is another big announcement…

The market won’t just be for one day, it will be for ONE WEEK!

Starting 9am Sunday 26th April and finishing 9pm Sunday 3rd May.

I am determined to support our local handmade market businesses. And I ask you to do your part to help. Even just buying one item from one stallholder will make a difference! But another way you can help is by sharing this news far and wide, because really, anyone, anywhere can shop and buy something special handmade! I would LOVE to make this the BIGGEST MARKET EVER!!!

I am very excited that I can still hold a market, albeit it in a slightly different format. So I personally invite you along to our Mother’s Day Virtual Market to show your love and support for our wonderful handmade community. And bring a little positive into our lives.

Stay tuned! More announcements and exciting news to follow!

x Alison

I am absolutely thrilled to announce our charity for the June market is ARCH. Just read about the amazing work they do:

(and check out their cute animals currently up for adoption)

ARCH was established in September 2013 and is a not-for-profit organisation that has an ongoing charitable purpose of working towards the rescue and re-homing of unwanted animals in the mid-north coast region of New South Wales. 

o Who are we:
ARCH is made up of members who actively manage the administrative side of the organisation. It also has foster carers who temporarily provide homes for animals that ARCH is responsible for whilst waiting for a permanent home. 

o How does it work:
ARCH is in close contact with country pounds and other rescue agencies and with their help we take in animals that mostly have been scheduled for euthanasia. We arrange for the animal registration and ownership transfer to ARCH and we place it with a suitable foster carer until a permanent home can be found.

o Where are we:
ARCH does not have kennels; all of our animals are placed with loving foster families. ARCH attends local markets and has fundraising events where we raise awareness of the need for the rescue agencies and responsible animal ownership.

http://www.animalrescue.org.au/

Once again we have some amazing Lucky Door prizes for the Winter market!

Thank you to all the wonderful stallholders who have kindly donated the prizes. Don’t forget to fill out the entry form when you arrive on the Sunday!

Prize #1 – From James Minson Hand Made Glass

Prize #2 – From Amber Moods

Prize #3- From Amber Moods

1 x Mala Meditation Necklace $39

1 x Matching Bracelet               $20-

1 x Gemstone Bracelet             $15- 

Total of              $74-

Prize #4 – From Retro Ivy

Retro/upcycled inspired unique handbag designed and made by Christina.

Prize #5 from Build My Cake

Kit Geometric Multicutters starter pack of 3 Cutters plus your choice of fondant. RRP $30

the PME  Multicutters are new to Australia , just released in then UK these new 3  size packs are brilliant for creating complex  Geometric designs each there are  6 different  shapes to choose from , Hexagon, right Angle, Square, Triangle, Diamond and Puzzle each pack contains three sizes  small cuts 20 at once , medium cuts  18 shapes at once  and large cuts 18 shapes at once 

to get you started we are  adding a 500gram pack of vizyon fondant  select your colour.

Let your imagination run wild with this one you can use the cuts for some amazing mine craft cakes.

Perfect for bigger kids with  big imaginations

https://www.buildmycake.com.au/webstore/cake-decorating-kits/kit-geometric-multicutters-starter-pack

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Prize #6 – From Shenae Lane & Prudence – handcrafted body treats

Prize pack containing bath soak and whipped body butter.

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Prize #7 – From Loco Heart Designs

Jewellery set – lovely handmade resin necklace and earrings.

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Prize #7 – From WildHeart Candle Co

Gorgeous melt burner plus 2 packets of French Pear soy melts and a 6 pack of soy tea lights.

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Once again we have some amazing Lucky Door prizes for the Winter market!

Thank you to all the wonderful stallholders who have kindly donated the prizes. Don’t forget to fill out the entry form when you arrive on the Sunday!

Prize #1 – From B&L Creations

Prize #2 – From Amber Moods

Prize #3 – From Evie Smith Artisan Jewels

2 x pairs of gorgeous handmade earrings made and designed by Evie Smith. RRP$50

Prize #4 – From Jeanne Jewellery

Mother and child earrings. Large fresh water pearls with sterling silver wire and earwires. 

Prize #5 – From Mad Chomp Books

Zig Zag Zali is a rhyming Children’s Picture book about Lucy and her big dog named Zali, and how much fun they have together.

Written, illustrated and published by May W Pax.

Prize #6 – From Mumma D Designs 

$30 gift voucher from Mumma D Designs.

Mumma D Designs is a mother/daughter combo and together they make handmade cards, baby & toddler headbands, hairclips, hair ties featuring ladybugs, butterflys, birds, boutique bows and other embellishments along with characters such as lalaloopsy, tinkerbell,  peppa pig and little ponys.

We also make quilts, play rugs and have embellished singlets, ruffle bums, outfits for photo shoots and tutus.

Prize #7 from Build My Cake

Once again we have some amazing Lucky Door prizes for the Autumn market!

Thank you to all the wonderful stallholders who have kindly donated the prizes. Don’t forget to fill out the entry form when you arrive on the Sunday!

Prize #1 – From B&L Creations

Prize #2 – From Leonella Pasta

$40 voucher to spend on locally made Fresh Pasta,Gnocchi and Italian sweets of your choice.

Prize #3 – From The Scenic Route

6 pack of my illustrated greeting cards RRP$30

Prize #4 – From J&B Creations

Set of wooden coasters (6) valued at $30. They would be described as random sized pine slices attached to a backing board. 9cm x 9cm approx.

Prize #5 – From Sea of Succulants

Prize #6 – From Evie Smith Artisan Jewels

The latest new design from Evie Smith Artisan Jewels is available at March Made with Love Markets. These beautiful natural tones are so versatile for winter and complement the textures of the cooler seasons!

Prize #7 from My Island Road 

Once again we have some amazing Lucky Door prizes for the November Christmas market!

Thank you to all the wonderful stallholders who have kindly donated the prizes. Don’t forget to fill out the entry form when you arrive on the Sunday!

Prize #1 – From SK Happy Soap

Basket of goodies RRP $90

Prize #2 – From Lindy Longhurst

The prize is for two archival A4 prints.

“The Winged Unicorn” and “Balance”

Prize #3 – From Janice Fairy Gardens

Beautiful fairy garden.

Prize #4 – From Shenae Lane and Prudence

Soaps bits and pieces valued at $35

Prize #5 – From Glenreagh Beekeeping and Honey

Prize #6 – From Bob the Spoon Bender

Genuine Antique spoon bracelet .. the pattern is called “Norfolk” from 1905 these spoons were made by an American company Rogers and Bros and display the beautiful beading in the pattern which was extremely fashionable around the turn of last century.

 

Prize #7 from Annie Zorzo Accessories

Once again we have some amazing Lucky Door prizes for this weekend’s market.

Thank you to all the wonderful stallholders who have kindly donated the prizes. Don’t forget to fill out the entry form when you arrive Sunday!

Prize #1 – From Brooke George

Stunning Brooke George black and turquoise earrings.

Prize #2 – From Paper Mache Mermaid

Gorgeous print housed in a 40cm basic white frame.

Prize #3 – From Ruby’s Quilts & More

This handy tote is for all the Kombi lovers and everyone that loves sun, summer, surf and fun. I’ve made these totes from a mid weight designer cotton canvas fabric and they measure 30cm tall x 30cm wide with the base 10cm deep (12″x12″x4″). They are the perfect “in-between” size tote and will hold a myriad of items like your iPad or tablet, wallet, make up and small shopping items. Would also make a great library bag! An external pocket is featured on the outside of the bag and would comfortably hold your phone.

Prize #4 – From Wyalong Blue

Bowen Therapy treatment – an hour’s pampering session worth $60…

Prize #5 – From Bird and Earth

NEST (womens Trio skin care pack) – value $47

Prize #6 – From Shibora

Tangerine & Guava Body Scrub.

Once again we have some amazing Lucky Door prizes for the winter market, Sunday 4th June. 

Thank you to all the wonderful stallholders who have kindly donated the prizes. Don’t forget to fill out the entry form when you arrive Sunday!

Prize #1 – From Saige Scents

Room & Linen Spray, Car Fragrance Locket, 2 x Cold Processed Soaps fragranced in Bombshell and White Musk, a Guest Soap scented with Cherry Blossom and 2 Soy Shot Melts. Valued at $56.

Prize #2 – From Mumma D Designs

Matching bubblegum bling necklace, bracelet and woven ribbon bun wrap featuring yellow and pink handmade ribbon flowers. Suitable for ages 3+ for all occasions.  Valued at $38.

Prize #3 – From La Pasterelia

Gift Voucher can be used to purchase or contribute to any products we offer. Special Occasion Cakes, Printable images, Party Pack or Hampers.

Prize #4 – From Evie Smith

Put some colour and excitement into winter with this unique polymer clay necklace inspired by Mexican legend, Freda Karlo. Each bead is hand rolled, cured and the necklace is constructed. Every Evie Smith piece is totally unique and a special piece of original art!

Prize #5 – From Little Crowns

Gorgeous headbank rack

Prize #6 – From Shibora

Gorgeous handmade gift pack.

Prize #7 – From Sashinka

Handmade wooden coat/hat rack

Prize #8 – From Noel the Pen Man

Deer Antler Bolt Action Bullet Pen & Case 

Prize #9 – from Lazy Girl Green

Gift pack full of assorted handmade eco-friendly goodies!

Prize #10 – From Mala & Coco

‘Walk on the wild side’ – with mala and coco Zebra necklace & wooden bead bambino bracelet. Valued at $30.00
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