My Winter Project My making philosophy is based on a "found - made- upcycled - rescued" approach. Winter is the time when I unbox my collected stash of pure woollen garments found in op-shops or donated to me by my crafty similar minded friends. Since it is too cold and wet
If you're just passing through, you might wish to know about some of the unique items in my stall. Check out my naturally printed eco-dyed eri silk scarves and shawls. I'm able to source this special silk directly from the village level producers in Nagaland in the north-east of India where I originally come
August is a quiet month for me as far as market attendance. If you've checked the monthly calendar you'll note that I will only be at the Boyanup Farmers Market on the fourth Sunday this month. I'm enjoying my break and making a list of all the tasks that I hope to accomplish including
It is now established. No more markets for the foreseeable future until this current crisis is over. So where does this leave me and my business? I’ve had the luxury of free time to mull this over. Suffice to say that I am in a place of quiet rest and creativity. The cash flow
There are some key words that are foundational in my business. Local is one of them. A major portion of products at handmadeandmarina depends on raw materials from local sources and outlets. As I have often reiterated in the past, no local resources, no handmadeandmarina! So it follows that my handmade soaps are olive oil
It’s hard to fathom that 2017 is nearly drawing to a close! I've had a good year balancing work, family, leisure and everything in between. Where to begin? There have been a few markets dropped and a few new ones added. I'm no longer at Gelorup Markets and the Stirling Street Art Centre Flea