Changing times in a changing world

IVANHOE MAKERS MARKET - CREATED BY HAND

In order to broaden our horizons, we are in the process of changing the name and look of the 9" x 5" Quality Makers Market.

Over the next few months, we will have a new name, and a spiffy new logo on our banners and postcards.

So, what's in a name...

The name 9" x 5" Quality Makers Market was originally chosen to represent the history of Banyule, in particular the artists of the Heidelberg School. The Market is now approaching its 2nd birthday, and the wide variety of high quality work produced by our stallholders is not adequately reflected in the name.

We think that "Ivanhoe Makers Market" better reflects what we actually do. All stallholders create the beautiful works of art and craft available for purchase - pieces are not outsourced to China or Vietnam, they are all made here in Melbourne by our amazingly talented "North of the Yarra" artisans.



In the meantime, it's onwards and upwards - our next market is on Saturday June 20th, 10.00am - 4.00pm.

Ivanhoe Makers Market is held inside the Banyule Arts Space- perfect on a cold Winter's day. Don't forget to check out the original Art deco toilet doors - when you see them, you'll be amazed!!

Banyule Arts Space is located at 14 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe. It's 25 metres from Upper Heidelberg Road, and is 200 metres from Ivanhoe Railway Station.


The stunning work featured this month is by jeweller Di Bloomfield. Di makes handcrafted lampwork glass beads, which she then turns into one-off bracelets, necklaces, bookmarks, key rings and more.
I'm in love with the red and white spotty bracelet (sigh)

Di is a new stallholder at Ivanhoe Makers Market - Created by Hand, and we welcome her to the show, and look forward to seeing what new creations she has each month.

Like to become a stallholder? Visit www.banyule.vic.gov.au/arts for more information.

Market Day this week

It's the third Saturday of the month, which means the 9" X 5" Quality Makers Market is on again.

Saturday May 16

10.00am - 4.00pm Banyule Arts Space 14 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe

Welcome to all new stallholders, and thanks to our regulars for sticking with us through these tricky economic times!

For stallholder info, visit www.banyule.vic.gov.au/arts

Ivanhhoe Festa

Come and see us at the Ivanhoe Festa today. We've got a small information stall, with some goodies for sale, at the Ivanhoe Festa on Upper Heidelberg rd, from 10 till 4pm. Come and have a chat with some of the stallholders.

Market this Saturday!

The 9" X 5" Quality Maker's Market is on again Saturday April18th, from 10.00am - 4.00pm at Banyule Arts Space. We have over 20 stallholders, with absolutely beautiful handmade wares that you won't find anywhere else in Melbourne.

There is plenty of free parking, and Banyule Arts Space is 5 minutes from trains (Ivanhoe Station) and buses. We are situated at 14 Ivanhoe Parade, Ivanhoe - very handy to some of the best coffee and yummiest cakes in Melbourne.

Stuck for a Winter project? Why not purchase some hand-spun and dyed wool, from textile artist Teresa Bennet? Perfect for knitting nice warm mittens and scarves! If you're new to knitting (or just need a few tips), pop by Teresa's stall and have a chat. You'll definitely be inspired.

Available only at 9' X 5" Quality Makers Market.

Also this month, check out the amazing prints by competiton winners on www.redbubble.com. A great opportunity to pick up some affordable art, and meet the makers.

Interested in being a stallholder? Visit www.banyule.vic.gov.au/arts and download an application form.


9" x 5" Quality Makers Market - 3rd Saturday of the month

Stallholders

Some of our stallholders have their own websites and blogs, so I've added these to our front page.

We're also looking for more stallholders for our beautiful market, if you're interested or know someone who might be, download an application form from www.banyule.vic.gov.au/arts.

We're back!

Exciting news. We've changed our market day to the 3rd Saturday of the month. The first for 2009 is tomorrow, the 21st February, from 10am till 3pm.

Come along and have a look at us and enjoy coffee in Ivanhoe.

See you there!

Pictures from the market

It was a lovely market on Friday night, our first Twilight market. Hope you managed to find a Christmas present. If not, come on Sunday the 14th to our regular market and our last before Christmas for that original handmade gift.

Here are some more pictures from the market: