The Handmade Market is the place to go for Handmade Gifts in Australia. With such a diverse range of products being made across our thriving community of over 600 Australian makers , you are bound to find something for everyone.
As you stroll through our Christmas market each year, you’ll encounter a curated selection of makers, each with their unique story to tell. Discover the joy of supporting Australian made Designers and Producers and relish the opportunity to engage with the artists firsthand, gaining insights into the inspiration and craftsmanship behind their creations.
Below are some of the talented designers and producers that will be joining us for our Christmas market this year on December 13, 14 & 15 2024.
Handmade Gifts for Babies and Kids
Tusk Books features picture books by award winning author Nicole Godwin. Her captivating books shine a light on environmental, animal rights and social justice issues that engage young readers and help to create a generation of thoughtful, committed and compassionate individuals. Explore her range books such as “Swoop” “Jelly-Boy” and “Listen”.
Chick Pea started creating a range of accessories with a child focus in 2002. Their specially designed plastic covering allows their items to be wiped clean or machine washed for easy care in today’s busy lifestyle. They love that their brand is considered to be iconically Australian and that their products are sent overseas as gifts.
Little Cotton Ears brings unique handcrafted toys that are designed to give comfort to little ones. Whether they need a cuddle buddy at night or an organic teething ring, they can put them at ease. All products are made of natural and safe materials such as cotton yarn, organic beech wood ring and safety eyes. Little Cotton Ears also offer gift sets for special occasions.
Handmade Gifts for the Foodie
KokoArtisan has created a new world of chocolate. Each product from KokoArtisan is handmade in small batches and locally made in Canberra. Made with premium chocolate couverture imported from Europe, their creations are an invitation to travel around the world and discover the finest flavours.
Darling Juniper make drink infusions for adults. Their make your own bottles are the perfect gift. Made using signature blends of fruits, botanicals, flowers and spices, you simply add a base spirit, wine or cider to create a truly delicious adult drink.
Truffles of Tasmania create truffle products that can be enjoyed by all, simply by adding to basic foods to elevate and add dimension. Their range has been created to compliment the Tasmanian winter truffle season. Truffles of Tasmania give customers a lasting truffle experience year round in the comfort of their own home cooking.
Handmade Gifts with a little luxury
Sitting Pretty Designs offers a unique range of women’s leather accessories, homewares and wellness products. They are about sourcing exquisite leather hides and fabric, creating their own designs, and seeing them come together to create truly unique pieces.
L’ASCARI have been creating and making roll-on and solid fragrances since 2010. Their fragrances are unisex and proudly made in Australia to nourish your skin, last all day and make you smell amazing using organic and plant derived ingredients.
Each design in the Ant Haus Designs range has been made by hand from start to finish by jewellery designer, Melaney McCleary in her Sydney studio. Melaney creates small range, eco-friendly bespoke designs, focusing on fine craftsmanship and thoughtful creativity.
All Australian Made Gifts for the Home
Isekai Studio is a design studio based in Sydney ran by Daniel Phan. Focused on turning digital into physical and making fun and functional art, Danial combines his skills and love of engineering and design to create a range of unique and bold 3D printed functional wares.
A Fiery Heart is the expressive endeavour of glass artist Gisela Spallek. Featuring a range of sculptures, homewares and jewellery, Gisela focuses on high-quality, well-crafted glass products that dance with the light. Each piece is meticulously handmade and kiln-fired in her studio based in Sydney, Australia.
Robyn’s Baskets is a small Melbourne business started by fibre artist Robyn. Wreaths, woven wall hangings, botanical frames and large fibre circle pieces form the basis of the range. The work is seasonal and varies according to the availability of fibres such as native plants, seedpods and eucalypt.
For more fabulous Australian Handmade products from makers that regularly attend our markets, be sure to browse our online directory . To see all the makers coming to the Christmas December market, check out our market lineup.