sydney finders keepers winter 2012

sydney finders keepers winter 2012

8 Aug 2012

Gosh it’s been such a while since I took these images at the Sydney Finders Keepers, way back in June. I’ve been going along to these markets for a few years now, but this was the first time I'd visited Finders Keepers in my capacity as roving Shopgirl correspondent for decor8. You can find my story here.




I just love the Carriageworks buildings where Sydney Finders Keepers are held because it’s the perfect backdrop for the stalls. I get to Carriageworks well before opening time and I’ve always managed to sweet talk my way past the security guards on the door.



The reason for my early arrival? So I can get some clear shots of the displays before the masses arrive. The markets are really popular and as it was a pretty cold and dreary June day, it was the perfect weather for shopping.



There were lots of pretty things for sale. Clothes from Alice Nightingale.



Illustrations from Gretel Girl.



I caught up with some of my market buddies, Alischa from Bespoke Press.



 And Kylie from Paperboat Press.



Each time I visit the markets there are always some new stallholders. Unfortunately these days I’m too busy taking photographs to shop but if I had my time again, I’d love to have had time to look closely at all the goodies at the Super Cool.



Now that I've seen the lightboxes at ply candy and two layers of cells, I quite fancy the thought of one of my own images as a lightbox.



I loved these ceramics from Hayden Youlley.



Here are the crazy ladies from t-mod.



Aren’t these lights from Fromage la Rue amazing? The Burning Bank is from Page 33 and the handmade leather goods are from Marcue.



I hope you enjoyed my visit to the Finders Keepers. See you all next week,

Jillian

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the finders keeper - sydney

the finders keeper - sydney

25 May 2011

On Saturday morning I drove over to Eveleigh to check out the Farmers Markets and the autumn Sydney Finders Keepers. It was a spectacular day and as I was there really early, I checked out the produce first and took some photos - photos to follow.

A few of my design friends were going to be at the markets so I wanted to get there early so I could say hello and take a few snaps before the hordes descended.

There is always a bit of a decorative theme going on and on this occasion, it was balloons.

There were plenty of old favourites there - Elkhorn designs.



Some beautiful new goodies from Paperboat Press. Kylie gave me some sweet little tags to use and once I return from my trip away I'll get baking and show you how sweet the little tags are.

The lovely Alischa from Bespoke Press and some of her new items. I bought some of the 'hello' cards from her online shop a few weeks ago.

I found some new favourite stall holders as well.



I loved these items from Hideyo Designs. Wouldn't those paper flowers be gorgeous at a wedding? Now this is when I started to lose track of the stallholders and I'm ashamed to say, I can't identify any of the remaining stalls for you. Some of the stalls were unattended when I was taking photos/ many of the stall holders didn't have their business cards on display and some stalls were just too busy for me to approach. If any of my readers can identify the stalls and help me out, I'd be grateful.

On my stroll around the Finders Keepers I found pretty artworks and leather bags and Kylie's new range of paperweights.

Crocheted garlands, from Crayon Chick

funky fashions,

gorgeously translucent ceramics and

jewellery and cards.

I hope you enjoyed my trip to the Finders Keepers and my finds.

From all reports, it was a great day,

Jillian

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The Finders Keepers

The Finders Keepers

8 Dec 2010

Saturday was a pretty dreary day in Sydney. I didn't mind though because I was safe and sound indoors at Carriageworks at the Finders Keepers. I wasn't the only one who thought it was a good way to spend a rainy day - the place was packed.

In keeping with the paper theme, paper crafts abounded from a colourful paper installation, origami paper cranes and bright paper pom poms hanging from the rafters.

I bumped into Alischa from Bespoke Press who I met at the Autumn Markets  a few months ago. There were lots of new stall holders at the Finders Keepers and I discovered some new paper favourites.



I fell in love with the beautifully crafted cheeseboards from Bickertonsmith. I didn't have enough arms or cash on me on Saturday but I have plans to buy one for my home.

As soon as I saw the goods in Mr and Mrs. White's shop, I was pretty sure I'd be buying something. I came home with one of their wooden crosses to give to a friend for Christmas. I do have a habit of keeping things though, so we shall see is she ever receives it!

I ran upstairs to get an overview of the building and the very large crowd in attendance.

How amazing is the light in Carriageworks and how gorgeous is this girl from Frankie magazine?

Pom pom making classes were being held on Saturday and here are some of the pom poms on display.

I stayed until the first band of the day, Fergus Brown, came on. I couldn't help myself and had to take a classic band shot to end my day at the Finders Keepers.

Many thanks to Sarah from the Finders Keepers for inviting me along on Saturday.

Bye for now,

Jillian

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Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers

12 May 2010

On Saturday I visited the Finders Keepers Market. The markets were held in the Carriageworks building at the old Eveleigh Railway yards. It was an absolutely gorgeous day and I was not alone.The Eveleigh Farmers Markets were being held in the adjacent building and open auditions for Hairspray were also underway.The place was heaving.



I've not been to Finders Keepers before and I was interested to see what was on display.

I really don't like crowds and wasn't feeling all that well so I picked out some local colour, the crowds and a few favourite stalls to photograph before leaving.

The first stall I visited belonged to Kylie of Paperboat Press. Kylie is a poet and a ceramicist and I already own a few pieces of Kylie's work. Kylie very kindly allowed me to photograph her stall and gave me a little care parcel to take home with me but more of that next week.

Next stop was Bespoke Press, to check out their letterpress goodies. I do love letterpress and one day would love to have some letterpress notecards made just for me. Alischa also very kindly allowed me to photograph her booth.

My last stop was knitknit. Unfortunately I don't have any contact details for the stall as the web address I have doesn't work, so apologies. The knitted tea cosy was so cute and I'd love one for my teapot at home. I was intrigued by the learn to knit sign. I learned to knit when I was about 5 so I thought every-one knew how to knit!

edit - here is the link to knit knit

I hope you enjoyed my little trip to Finders Keepers. I'll be back on Friday asking for some more travel tips from my blog readers, so until then,

Jillian

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Eveleigh Artisan Markets Part 2

Eveleigh Artisan Markets Part 2

9 Oct 2009

Well here is the full post I promised you. I read last Saturday's paper and saw a small ad for the Eveleigh Artisan Markets which are held on the first Sunday of the month. I haven't managed to get to the food market as I never seem to be free between 8.00 and 3.00 on a Saturday but I made time on this very rainy Sunday.




Eveleigh was the site of the old railway workshops and the marketplace is housed an old railway building. It's a great space and as soon as I walked in I could imagine it as a very funky wedding venue.

The markets haven't been running very long and it certainly hasn't reached it's potential as yet, but there was still a decent crowd when I was there. Apart from shoppers, there were lots of families with small children and plenty of dogs so I was happy.

I took photos of stallholders whose work appealled to me so this may not truly reflect other people's impressions of the markets.

Like Selkie and Poe.



The Near Future



Chi-Chi

Born Again Books

And Electric Firefly.

2016 update - Only Electric Firefly has an active website.

I hope you've enjoyed my little visit to the Artisan Markets. I'm sure I'll be back for the December Markets so I can pick up some goodies for Christmas.

Have a great weekend,

Jillian

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