Supporting Australian Made at Handmade Canberra EPIC Markets

There is nothing better than hearing the chatter of people as they move through the EPIC markets pavilions, the exclamations of delight from customers as they fall in love with a handmade product and, of course, the tantalising aromas of different cuisines emerging from our Gourmet Food Hall – all the things that make our market such a great experience to be a part of!

Every market has fresh new stallholders and our returning stallholders always have new designs on offer, making a visit to the Handmade EPIC markets the place to be to keep up with fresh and emerging design trends. It’s not your ordinary market… think high quality, stylish and on trend wares. We pride ourselves on bringing the most talented Australian makers to Canberra to connect them with customers passionate about supporting Australian made. While entry to the market is free, we do encourage a gold coin donation to our Charity Door Greeters, Rise Above.

Below are just a few of the very talented makers we are welcoming to our midst for our September Spring Handmade Market on the 21-22 September 2024. View the full market lineup of stallholders attending the market to start getting your shopping list ready.

Lisa B Jewellery Range — **Lisa B’s** range of jewellery is unique, versatile and affordable. Her most popular piece would be the circle message pendant with quotes compiled by Lisa and her daughter which resonate with a love of the ocean/nature and a reminder to live in the moment. Closely followed by semi-precious necklaces ranging from finer beads, appealing to the younger market and larger beads a hit with the older ladies. All necklaces are adjustable making gift giving easy.

Anna Sutherland Green Pillow — **Anna Sutherland** is a textile designer and screen printer passionate about creating vibrant and unique designs, screen printing intricate patterned lengths of fabric and tea-towels with a retro influence. Each product is designed, screen printed, cut and sewn by hand in Anna’s studio, creating a beautiful and colourful collection of limited edition lifestyle products for you and your home to adore and use for years to come.

Green Candle Co Small Candle Jar — **Green Candle Co** has a simple mission: to create home fragrance and body products with captivating scents, appealing minimalist designs and the best quality ingredients. Everything you would expect from a luxury brand but make it accessible. Each scent is inspired by nature and evoking memories, with unique but comforting blends designed to elevate your mood and space.

Meander Designs Eucalyptus Tea Towel — **Meander Designs** is a collection of homewares featuring Natalie Ryan’s watercolour depictions of Australia’s unique flora and fauna. Her background in textile design influences the sense of flow that permeates through her painted artwork. Each design is digitally printed onto fabric, allowing for the exact reproduction of the subtle brushstrokes of Natalie’s watercolour paintings.

Little Bread Winner Handmade Bread Saws and Boards — **Little Bread Winner** doesn’t just make bread saws, they make family heirlooms. All bread saws are lovingly handmade in the Redland Shire, Brisbane. Every piece is unique and they have taken the time to craft these items to make your bread time the best it can be. Their bread saws will last generations, and their goal is to make family heirlooms cool again.

Kayla Reay Design Magpie Art Print — Art for the bird lover, by a bird lover! **Kayla Reay Design** works traditionally with polychromos pencils to create artworks that foster stories and a sense of connection through the birds we hold a specific love for. All of Kayla’s products are designed, printed and packaged in Australia, either in studio or with the help of other small local businesses.

Dessert Quartets Plant Based Tarts — Tess from **Dessert Quartets** is a talented local pastry chef providing delicious plant based pastries, cakes and other sweet treats. She specialises in patisserie and believes vegans deserve the best with no compromise on flavour or quality.

Morella Grove Olive Oil — **Morella Grove** grow their olives chemical-free using the best and most sustainable environmental practices. To compliment their Award winning Extra Virgin Olive Oil, they offer drizzles, dressings and a range of balsamic. All of their products are made from fresh and quality products that they are proud to offer.

**Tapasman** create restaurant quality tapas and paella using locally sourced ingredients. Cooked fresh on-site by the chef in a fast and efficient manner, Tapasman caters to all dietary needs.

The Handmade Canberra EPIC markets offer a unique experience for locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re looking for fresh produce, local arts and crafts, or just some fun family entertainment, the market has something for everyone.

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