OUR mission statement

MADE ON THE LEFT was founded in 2008 by independent designers to support Western Australian creative talent. We hold bi-annual handmade craft markets to showcase local designers.

Being on the left hand side of Australia no longer

means you'll be at a disadvantage.

Our aim is to support all creative designers and events showcasing independent labels. MOTL is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organisation. You may wonder why we promote other markets besides MOTL; it’s because it’s not about us, its about you; the buyers and sellers of indie wares. Here at the blog, you’ll discover up to date information about our latest market, the low-down on some of Perth’s emerging talents, other opportunities for artists and designers and a little bit of fun stuff too. It’s all right here… welcome!

Friday, December 31

Just for Fun : Supporting local WA film-makers





Hello Lovelies!!!

The talented Perth film maker, Ella Wright, is in pre-production on her latest project, a short film called George Jones and the Giant Squid.
The Writers and Directors are the guys that brought us "This is Perth" which they made in their spare time, now its time to bring their satire to the big screen!

It's not long until filming is underway. You are invited to be part of the action!!! 100 extras are sorely needed to acheive an important scene in the film to be shot in our beloved Fremantle.

The main thing is to find out who of you/friends/family can make it. Can you??? If you can please email Ella (ella_wright@hotmail.com)for deets.

Your appearance will be kindly rewarded with beer and sausages, and the wam fuzzy feeling of knowing you chipped in.

See you there!

Tuesday, December 28

December Etsy Team Challenge - VOTE NOW!

:: Edit :: The vote was closed 14th Jan, and the winner was ShinyRabbit Jackalope at Sunset Brooch! Congratulations Cynthia!


Silhouettes, Skeleton Keys and Gold

As part of an Etsy team challenge for Made on the Left, competitors had to design, make and list an item that fit at least one of the above "trends", according to Etsy.

We'd love you to vote for your favourite by the 10th of Jan, so take a peep by clicking on the pics!(Just a friendly reminder not to vote if you competed)



1


2


3


4


5


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If you'd like to compete next time, and you're an etsy seller that makes their own items, join the MOTL etsy team and keep an eye on the discussion boards for the next announcement.



xx Lauren & The Team


Etsy Merch Challenge #3 (Jan)

Hi All,

Welcome to our first 2011 challenge!


We'll be having these little fun comps now and again for those in our Etsy Sellers Team. Come join us on the dark side, you'll need an etsy shop that sells west-aussie handmade.

The Prize



Set of three badges of the latest poster design, they'd set you back $5 normally, but if you win, all their pretty little faces are yours to keep! As another incentive, we will be featuring all entries in an Etsy treasury which will be featured on the blog, plus the winner will have their item featured solo on the blog... woo hoo! (If the winner has won previously, a different badge set will be offered)

The Task

As per Etsy's merchandising post for the month of January, we want you to create an item that falls under one or two (or all three!) of the following trends...

1. DIY kits and projects
2. cozy neutral colours (its winter in USA!)
3. diamonds

For example, you could create a x-stitch pattern, or make a beautiful cream scarf... maybe even whip up a t-shirt stencilled with a picture of a diamond... its up to your imagination!

We'll open them up to a vote here on the blog on the 11th of January, and close voting/announce the winner on the 21st.

What to do
1. be part of MOTL Etsy Team
2. make your item
3. photograph your item
4. list your item on Etsy
5. post the listing link here;
http://www.etsy.com/teams/5162/made-on-the-left/discuss/6727511/
6. vote, and cross your fingers!

Good Luck! If you have any questions please post them below.

xx Lauren & The Team

Monday, December 20

2011 William Street Festival

2011 William Street Festival

Date Sunday 20 March 2011
Time 10am – 4pm
Location William Street, Perth
Closing date Applications must be received by close of business Friday 14 January 2011

For any enquiries contact:
Jill Symons or Sarah-Jane Hansen Event Co-ordinators Town of Vincent
Phone: (08) 9273 6557
Email: jill.symons@vincent.wa.gov.au
sarah-jane.hansen@vincent.wa.gov.au

The sizes of the stalls are to be 3 x 3m or 3 x 6m with a roof. Marquee style stalls are available for a small fee. If you are providing your own marquee, it must comply with these sizes and Australian manufacturing standards. The marquee must be secured correctly and safely, keeping in mind that you will be on a street with no lawn areas available for pegs.

Thursday, December 9

Artists Wanted

Please forward this invitation to any female artists you know who may be interested in participating in this event! Whether they work in film, sculpture, painting, drawing, performance, photography, installation, etc.




The UWA Women's Department is seeking submissions from artists who identify as female to participate in an art exhibition as part of UWA Women's Week.

Female artists are invited to produce pieces of any media exploring women's themes (feminism, human rights, sexuality, maternity, body, gender, sex, etc). Artists are able to explore and interprest such themes however they wish and are able to keep all profits from any works sold.

Works will be displayed on Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday 9th of March 2011 at the University of Western Australia, between 11am - 2pm.

Works must be submitted by March 1.

For more information or to submit work, contact womens@guild.uwa.edu.au.

Etsy Merch Challenge #2 (DEC)

Hi All,

Welcome to our very belated and rushed second challenge! Apologies for that, interstate holidays are horrible for organisation!


We'll be having these little fun comps now and again for those in our Etsy Sellers Team. Come join us on the dark side, you'll need an etsy shop that sells west-aussie handmade.

The Prize



Set of three badges of the latest poster design, they'd set you back $5 normally, but if you win, all their pretty little faces are yours to keep! As another incentive, we will be featuring all entries in an Etsy treasury which will be featured on the blog, plus the winner will have their item featured solo on the blog... woo hoo! (If the winner has won previously, a different badge set will be offered)

The Task

As per Etsy's merchandising post for the month of December, we want you to create an item that falls under one or two (or three!) of the following trends...

1. silhouettes
2. skeleton keys
3. the colour gold

For example, you could stencil an elephant outline onto a cushion, or make a necklace out of skeleton keys and some great beads... maybe even a pair of gold hotpants! Its up to your imagination!

We'll open them up to a vote here on the blog on the 18th of December, and close voting/announce the winner on the 21st.

What to do
1. be part of MOTL Etsy Team
2. make your item
3. photograph your item
4. list your item on Etsy
5. post the listing link here;
http://www.etsy.com/teams/5162/made-on-the-left/discuss/6672851/
6. vote, and cross your fingers!

Good Luck! If you have any questions please post them below.

xx Lauren & The Team

Tuesday, December 7

November Etsy Team Challenge - VOTE NOW!

:: Edit :: The vote was closed 13th Dec, and the winner was Petrafanella's Arrow Wristwarmers by a mere 1 vote! Congratulations Peta!


'Honey Bees, Arrows and Vintage Cameras'

As part of an Etsy team challenge for Made on the Left competitors had to design, make and list an item that fit at least one of the above "trends" from Etsy's november merchandising post.


1
$8.00

2
$25.00

3
$37.00

4
$29.00

5
$10.00

6
$12.00


Make sure you click on the images to see them bigger and read all about them. Now all you have to do is vote for the winner by the 21st of December, and then we'll crown the winner.





which item rocks the hardest?
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pollcode.com free polls


Just a friendly reminder not to vote if you competed. :)

If you'd like to compete next time, and you're an etsy seller that makes their own items, join the MOTL etsy team and keep an eye on the discussion boards for the next announcement.



xx Lauren & The Team

Market Opportunity + More

What's YOUR story?
The Town of Vincent is hosting a community celebration for the William Street area on Sunday 20 March 2011 between 10am and 4pm and is seeking story tellers and artists to be involved...

This area is rich in culture, history and art, there are so many interesting stories about the
people, the places, past and present that need to be told. Included in the program of the festival will be an oral history element where members of each cultural community as well as those with a personal history of this area, young and not so young get to tell their story.

Stories can be orally delivered or through pictures,
vision, art, dance and performance. Are you a part of William Street or do you know someone is or was?? The Town is also seeking local artists to sell their work at the art car park market on the day or produce work as part of the festival.

If you have work to sell or an idea of how
you can be involved in the festival then please contact Jill Symons on9273 6557 or email jill.symons@vincent.wa. gov.au

Sunday, December 5

Made on the Left DESTASH YOUR SUPPLIES MARKET



We at Made on the Left feel that 2011 is going to be an awesome year full of new possibilities and crafting adventures. So we thought we’d launch the new year with a market dedicated to clearing out your craft room (art studio, lounge room or exploding spare room) of all those supplies you have bought over the years and never quite used. It’s also dedicated to all those people who have found their passion (or still searching) and need the equipment and supplies to continue their awesome work.

So come along and add to your passion, trade your equipment or sell off all those no longer needed supplies gathering dust. Wool, cotton, material, easels, brushes, glass, beads, canvases, wood, clay, polymers, pens, paper...the list goes on.
9.30am - 2pm
Upstairs at The Saint, Innaloo
No commercial suppliers please. Only individuals wanting to clear their craft room, art studio or their lounge room corner!
Buyers free entry.
Traders can let other know about what they have or want on the blog post (leave a comment on this post) or the Facebook event page (coming soon). If you don't have enough to fill a table then bring a basket of your goodies to sell or trade ($5 fee applies).
Selling spots are $15 per table or blanket.

Seller Information
Spots are 2m wide and 1.5 deep. Basically the width of a standard trestle table. A trestle can be provided. No table cloth will be provided. If you choose to use a blanket you must bring your own. If you choose to bring clothing racks (or the like) they must fit within your allocated space. You will be unable to fit both a trestle table and a clothing rack within your allocated area.
Spots will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Please apply for your spot before Dec 21 2010. All correspondence will be conducted via email (from Dara on the admin@madeontheleft.com email) and once you have been accepted payment is due within 5 working days via direct deposit, cheque or PayPal. No refunds will be issued for withdrawal after January 1 2011.

To apply email Dara at admin@madeontheleft.com the following details:
a. Name
b. Phone
c. Address
d. Supply types – just a quick description about what you will be bringing
e. Table or blanket - indicate whether you will need a table or be bringing a blanket
f. By applying and paying for you spot at the MOTL Supplies Swap Meet you acknowledge that you will meet and adhere to all the MOTL terms and conditions that follow:

All Made on the Left Terms & Conditions apply.
You consent to allow Made on the Left use of your images and information for publicity purposes.
You accept the responsibility to ensure that all products sold by you comply with appropriate Fair Trading legislation and will not be illegal or pornographic in nature.
You accept that no responsibility for your goods or valuables will be taken by the event organisers or the management of the premise.
This Market will be held at the The Saint George, 2 Morris Rd, Innaloo. For information see: http://tinyurl.com/pcj37u
As the event is held in licensed premises, every participant or visitor under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
No food or drink may be brought onto the premises. Water is available at no cost and additional drink or food may be purchased from the restaurant within the premises.
Setup of your stall may begin from 8.30am, but must be ready prior to the event opening at 9.30am. Your stall must be packed up after 2pm and vacated by 2.45pm.

Summer Holiday Workshops For Creative Teens - Central TAFE


Taking place 17th to 29th January 2011
Please look over Central Institute of Technology's new
Summer Holiday Workshops for 13 to 18 year olds in the Summer holiday
Art, Fashion, Jewellery and Print Department

Central Institute of Technology
12 Aberdeen St Northbridge
Phone 94271127

Community Artist Listing Opportunity - Kalannie

Community Artist Listing OpportunitySee below for a callout for an Artist in Residency. Contact Penny Flude for further details.






Hi there,
We are currently advertising for an artist in residence to come to Kalannie (3 hours North East of Perth in the Wheatbelt).

Length of Time: 3 to 5 days to run workshops with the local community & school.
Project outline - Create Mail Boxes/Initial ideas for Sculptures - using found/recycled materials from around the area.
Funding: Provided by Local Shire - $2500 to run project.
Accommodation – Staying with Local Family in separate accommodation – All meals provided.

If you are interested – please contact me on email or numbers below

OR

You know of someone who could be interested please forward this on.
This is a fantastic opportunity for artist to support local community arts project & visit an area they may never have had the opportunity to go to before.

If you have any ideas please get in touch.
Tel: (08) 9666 2194
Email: kalannie@crc.net.au
See our updated web at http://www.kalannie.crc.net.au/

Tuesday, November 16


Day of the Thread joined us on on Sunday at the MOTL market with their awesome and innovative t-shirts and designs. It's all about collaboration...something we love too!

So we know it's short notice but you can get down to their launch tomorrow - 7pm Wednesday Nov 17 - at BIRD in Northbridge (181 William St) for live art, music and food.


Monday, November 15

Artist Callout - Town of Vincent Festival 2011

Call for artists – Town of Vincent

The Town of Vincent will be hosting a community celebration festival in William Street on Sunday 20th March 2011 between 10am and 4pm. We are looking for performance, and visual artists to participate in the festival.

There is an Aboriginal and Asian theme as well an underlying artistic element. We need fresh, creative ideas.

If you have a project, performance or idea that would suit a festival environment then we want to hear from you.

Please contact the festival coordinator, Jill Symons on jill.symons@vincent.wa.gov.au or on 9273 6557 Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Applications open for Melville Sculpture Walk

City of Melville – inviting applications

The City of Melville is now inviting applications from Western Australian artists to exhibit as part of the eighth Sculpture Walk. This year's event will take place at the new Kadidjiny Park, located on the corner of Kitchener and Curtis Roads in Melville. The event will open on Friday 11 March 2011.

Applications will be accepted until 4.00pm, Friday 17 December 2010.

The application form and info pack can be downloaded from: http://www.melvillecity.com.au/community/art/sculpture-walk

Tread Lightly by Holly Pepper



tread lightly

[ holly pepper ]

thu nov 18 2010 - tue nov 23 2010
gallery times » 10am-4pm daily


opening » thursday november 18, 6-9pm


free range gallery
339 wellington st
freerange.org.au


Ever wondered what happens to the things you throw out in your rubbish?
An exhibition by emerging WA designer Holly Pepper is about creating new beginnings for the discarded by-products of our lavish western lifestyles. On her return from a year volunteering in Samoa, Holly was struck by the materialistic WA lifestyle and was determined to show people how useful the objects we discard can be.
Holly invites you to come and view the results at her maiden solo exhibition at the Free Range Gallery from November 18 to 23.
The exhibition will showcase a range of original and thought-provoking textile sculptural works. Most of the pieces have been inspired by the re-use of locally sourced industrial waste, to create bold tactile designs.
Holly would like to thank local not-for-profit REMIDA for its work recycling useable waste products, which has been of great value to her. She also spends countless hours scavenging among council roadside collections, op-shops, tip shops and friend’s chuck-out piles.
Media and public are welcome to attend the exhibition opening from 6pm on November 18.
Tread lightly community forum
Sunday November 21
An open forum discussion will be hosted within the gallery space to discuss sustainability and design. This is a good opportunity to talk more in depth with Holly and other local artists about sustainable art.

Wednesday, November 10

MOTL hearts frankie

From over at frankie HQ:


Written by holly mccauley
Wednesday, 10 November 2010 15:00

Perth lovers-of-handmade, rejoice! Designer run markets, Made On The Left are having their annual Christmas markets this weekend in Innaloo. Hop along for some homegrown goodness and get onto that Chrissy gift list!

perth-markets


(and congrats to Janice from MOA for her little stache badge feature!)

thanks frankie!

Thursday, November 4

Sunset Laneway Market - Applications Open

That famous Tum Tum Tree is in bloom and ready for us to gather under its boughs for another laneway event! This time, the Laneway Market has transformed into a bigger, better and more boutique market! ..........................................................................................................

WHAT?
Tum Tum Tree Lane presents...

The Sunset Market...

Gourmet Food, West Australian Designers,
Artisan Wares, Boutique Vintage,
Unique Children's Gifts, World Music DJs...

WHEN?
Friday 10th December 4pm-10pm
Tum Tum Tree lane (laneway and courtyard)
130 High St Fremantle

STALL COST?
$50 per stall. Please note this fee includes a 1.8m space on the day for each of you (one standard trestle table length)
high quality advertising, online advertising as well as online publication and printed media publications.
We are covering this event as best as we possibly can to advertise for all of you and ensure a high volume of shoppers attend the event. We want it to be as successful as possible and get your names out as much as we can!

APPLICATION?

What do you sell:

Is it handmade by you or someone you know:

What are your price ranges (lowest to highest):

Please attach 2 photos to support this:



*************************************

We are giving everyone an equal opportunity to have stall at this event but unfortunately can not ensure that you will be accepted due to limited spaces. These spaces will go fast so please let us know if you'd like to have a space by Monday the 15th of November! We are only selecting three-five of each category (three vintage stalls, three children's stall etc...) to ensure variety and diversity of stall holders at the event.

This is going to be a visually beautiful and family friendly event in which your senses will be treated to the best quality food, music and designer wares West Australia has to offer.

Book your place in the Sunset Market now!! :)



Cynthia - e) cynthiaaellis@hotmail.com

Sophie - e) fiye-fille@hotmail.com

Zoë - e) zoerbrand_2006@hotmail.com

Wednesday, November 3

Etsy Merch Challenge #1



Hi All,

Welcome to our challenge for the next two weeks! We'll be having these little fun comps now and again for those in our Etsy Sellers Team. Come join us on the dark side, you'll need an etsy shop that sells west-aussie handmade.

The Prize



Set of three badges of the latest poster design, they'd set you back $5 normally, but if you win, all their pretty little faces are yours to keep! As another incentive, we will be featuring all entries in an Etsy treasury which will be featured on the blog, plus the winner will have their item featured solo on the blog... woo hoo!

The Task

As per Etsy's merchandising post for the month of November, we want you to create an item that falls under one or two (or three!) of the following trends...

1. vintage cameras
2. honey bees
3. arrows

For example, you could sew a honey bee costume a-la Blind Lemon's No Rain, or perhaps you'd rather take a polaroid picture and frame it... you could even interpret "arrows" as an inspiration for a chevron striped top... or a cupid bow and arrow set of earrings. Its up to your imagination!

We'll open them up to a vote by Etsy team members on the 12th of November, and close voting/announce the winner on the 15th.

What to do
1. be part of MOTL Etsy Team
2. make your item
3. photograph your item
4. list your item on Etsy
5. post the listing link here;
http://www.etsy.com/teams/5162/made-on-the-left/discuss/6672851/
6. vote, and cross your fingers!

Good Luck! If you have any questions please post them below.

xx Lauren & The Team

Who do you want to be when you grow up?



Well we want to be like Finders Keepers. An awesome, super-organised, frankie-sponsored indie design market held over in the eastern states. They're got a great opportunity/comp for all you visual artists, we suggest you have a crack at it!


Currently under the working title ON THE WALL, the artworks will be displayed at CarriageWorks within the foyer for the duration of the Sydney markets and will celebrate Leeloo’s ongoing mission to support independent Australian artists. Artwork will be for sale during the exhibition and there may be the possibility of selling prints of the artworks also.


Have a read
over here.

Tuesday, November 2

Midland Arts & Craft Market

Hey All, a quick note about the arrival of the Midland Arts & Craft Market.

In their words...

"Through the City of Swan, we are very keen to support new and emerging artists and designers and expose your creative talent to the people of the eastern region of Perth. A region that is ripe and waiting for your input.
The Midland Arts & Craft Market is a Community Project with the Rotary Club of Midland; and Rotary will be the group you interact with most if you want to be part of this exciting new monthly event on our cultural calendar.
Held the third Saturday of every month, the market is in the beautiful grounds of the Juniper Gardens, adjacent to the Midland Gate Shopping Centre, apartments, new restaurants and cafes – also on the doorstep of our arts centre.
If you would like to be involved in our arts programs come to the Midland Junction Arts Centre, or make a time with me to talk/meet/explore. We will be working hard to profile the various artists featured in the markets, which will include media releases, possible exhibition opportunities, production of promo material, and other ideas not yet thought of… I’m sure you’ll have the best ideas.
hope you will consider an adventure in the Swan region, and let us support your creative practice! "


Contact details
Mallika Macleod
Coordinator Arts & Culture Community Planning and Development
City of Swan
PO Box 196 MIDLAND WA 6936
Midland Junction Arts Centre
76 Great Eastern Highway (Cnr Cale St)
Midland
T 08 9267 9342
M 0405 104 681
F 9267 9134
W www.swan.wa.gov.au/arts

2011 Art U Wear

Hi All,

Go check out this comp for emerging textile/wearable art/fashion peeps...

"Textile artists, designers and anyone with a love of creative textiles are invited to enter
a competition to create a wearable art costume"

read more by downloading the PDF HERE.

Good Luck! xx

*Blows Party Whistle*


Please note;

1. We do not condone smoking
2. We do condone cake
3. We definitly condone reaching 100 blog followers! Yay!


Thanks All for a wonderful 100 follows, we love each and every one of you and hope that this blog has been able to help you with your stalls, let you know about opportunities, and just really be a great resource. Remember, if you hear about something, or have something you want to share with the rest of us, let us know.

xx Lauren & The Team

p.s. we've got a few new team members in the works, so we might have a group photo soon if we're lucky to show everyone new off, like shiny toys... lets hope they don't get scratched and dented too quick!

Saturday, October 30

Perth is Great

Hey, we think you should watch this video. It will make you proud of Perth and all the creative things that go on here.


Popsicle from Bsrk Productions on Vimeo.

Market Opportunity - The Handmade Childrens Market


The HCM is a family friendly market specifically set up for mums with small businesses to sell their handmade products and services for children aged 0-10 years old.

The markets will be a personal experience for the whole family where children can participate in free kid's activities while mums, dads, aunties, uncles and grandparents shop and browse the local WA handmade goods.


Remaining 2010 dates:
Saturday 6th Nov 2010, 9-1pm, free entry, Melville Civic Centre Booragoon
Saturday 4th Dec 2010, 9-1pm, free entry, Melville Civic Centre Booragoon

visit handmadechildrensmarkets.com for more details.

Tuesday, October 19

Live, work or play in City of Melville? Add YOUR input!

Are you a young professional or creative (around 25 to 35 years of age) living, working or playing in the City of Melville?

Then we’d love you to join in a café conversation about how to support and grow cultural vitality in the City of Melville.

Whether you live, work or play in the City, we’re keen to talk to you!


The City of Melville is developing a Cultural Vitality Plan that looks at how best to use local cultural resources to promote social and economic development and consequently enhance quality of life. These cultural resources could include visual, performing and literary arts, heritage buildings, festivals and events, community values and traditions, recreational facilities, café strips, creative industries and much more.


We want to know how well the arts and cultural needs of young professionals and creatives are being catered for in the City of Melville. Your opinion is important and will help the City plan for a culturally vibrant future.


Join me for a café conversation about cultural vitality:

Date: Saturday, 30 October 2010
Time: 2pm to 3pm
Cafe: Coffea Fine Espresso, 31a Ardross Street, Applecross
Light refreshments provided.

Please register your attendance by Wednesday 27 October by contacting me at anne [!at] annegoodall.com.au or on 0407 441 822. If you’re interested in contributing your ideas and are unable to attend the café conversation, please contact me to arrange an alternative means for input.

It would be great if you could pass on this invitation to any other young professionals and creatives you know who live in the City of Melville.

For information about all the ways that City of Melville residents, workers and visitors can provide input to the development of the Cultural Vitality Plan, check out .

Interested in Selling Children's Items?



We had an email and thought some out there might be interested...
"Originally the markets were intended only for handmade products but during the planning stages I have seen the need for a market selling a bigger variety of products for children including products that are not handmade.
November 6 2010
Melville Civic Centre - Main Hall
Street Address: 10 Almondbury Rd, Booragoon WA
Entry off Davy St (behind Garden City) - See Directions
Follow 'THE VAULT' & 'Library' Road Signs
9:00am - 1:00pm
Free Entry
Other Dates for 2010
December 4"

Monday, October 11

Artist Call-out ARTillery 2010






Artist Call-out ARTillery 2010

The ARTillery Festival creates events which challenge local artists to explore the topic of human rights through their art. Visual artists are invited to take up the challenge and apply to be a part
Masterpeace. Each selected artist will be given an information pack on one of Amnesty International’s individuals at risk (someone imprisoned unjustly), and will create a work based on the information in whatever form the artists feels appropriate. The Masterpeace exhibition is one of 5 events happening in Perth during the festival, which will run from the 1st to the 10th of December.

Send expressions of interest, a brief bio and 3 - 5 examples of previous work to masterpeace@artilleryfestival.com

Applications close October 15th! See www.artilleryfestival.com for more information.



www.artilleryfestival.com