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!

Wednesday, October 28

Summer Night Markets applications open


Applications are now open for OnWilliam's annual Summer Night Markets in the Perth Cultural Centre!

This open air night market will be held on Friday 11th of December from 4 to 10pm. These pre-Christmas markets have become a must in the calendars of both local designers and city shoppers.

The Cultural Centre will be jam packed with 60+ stall holders, live music on the Wetland stage, fun activities, delicious food at 'Truck Stop', and outdoor bars at PICA and Bar Pop in the Urban Orchard.

Stall prices range from $150 - $300. Applications are due Sunday 1st November. Apply via the application form.

Thursday, October 22

Angove Street Festival


The Angove St Festival is back again! With an eclectic mix of entertainment, music, food, culture and family fun, this one-day event attracts over 50,000 people each year. Angove Street Festival celebrates all that is North Perth – the award-winning cafes, restaurants, retailers and cultural diversity that create the unique community surrounding Angove Street. 

There will be a selection of Made on the Left stallholders and the Golden Days Vintage Markets will be back to ensure an interesting range of goods will be available to buy. 

An amazing festival is planned with a trapeze act, baby animal farm, Rosemount Music Stage, sustainable gardening advice, a school fete will be run by the North Perth Primary School with book sales, cake stalls and lucky dips for the kids, not to mention a range of food from all corners of the world.

Date: Sunday, 25 October 2015 
When: 10am – 5pm 
Where: Angove Street, North Perth 
Website: www.angovestreetfestival.com.au 

Tuesday, October 13

Made on the Left Christmas markets poster!


We are pleased to present the poster design for our Christmas markets! It is by the talented Laurie Melia and shows a pink haired girl surrounded by Christmas lights and a succulent wreath. Laurie describes it as, “fun, quirky and colourful” which fits the vibe of the market. Thank you Laurie, we love it!  

The Perth City Christmas Markets are presented with the City of Perth on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd November in Forrest Place from 10 - 5:30 each day. There will be over 50 stallholders each day and we hope to see you there!

Fringe World market vendors - applications open!


Fringe World Festival is the largest annual performance platform in Western Australia. The 2016 Festival will run from 22 January to 21 February during the city’s buzzing summer festival period.  Nestled in the colourful village style gardens of the hugely popular Fringe World Festival sites in Northbridge, stalls selling DIY experiences and local artisan wares, with an emphasis on the innovative, fun and unique are being sought. 

Successful applicants will be required to: 
  • Commit to at least one block of seven consecutive days of trading during the Festival period (22 January to 21 February); 
  • Commit to having the stall manned during the operational hours of the festival site each day (maximum operational hours on any one day would be 12pm – 2am): and 
  • Pay an upfront site hire fee of $500 + GST per week per stall by 10 December 2015 


The following will be provided:
  • 1 x 3m x 3m marquee;
  • 1 x trestle table;
  • 2 x chairs;
  • 1 x overhead light;
  • Power;
  • Onsite Secure Container Storage; and
  • Site Manager Support.
To register your interest in becoming a market vendor for Fringe World 2016, complete this form and return to venues@fringeworld.com.au by 5pm Monday, 2 November 2015. For more information, visit the website.


Monday, October 12

Christmas in Claremont - stallholders wanted


As part of the annual Christmas in Claremont event, the Town of Claremont is holding a festive themed market, inspired by the German Christmas Markets. Think fresh food, fine craft and everything Christmas themed!

Enjoy a summer night of carols in the park with a huge sideshow of entertainment, kids activities, food and market stalls!

Date: Sunday 13th December 2015, from 4pm.
Location: Claremont Park, corner of Stirling Highway and Bay View Terrace

To apply, fill in the online application formApplications must be submitted by 5pm on Wednesday 4th November. Visit here for more details. 

Tuesday, October 6

Etsy: Made Local applications open


Following the success of last year’s ‘Something Different’ in Leederville, the ETSY WA Street Team is excited to announce ETSY: MADE LOCAL in a location with a difference.

WHAT IS THE EVENT?
ETSY: MADE LOCAL is a “nationwide, Etsy-supported Christmas market on November 28… [which] celebrates the crafter, collectors and artisans in local communities across the country. From coast to cost, these community building events will be run by local Etsy Teams and participating sellers.” – Etsy Australia.

ETSY: MADE LOCAL (Something Different in Northbridge)
28 November 2015
10am – 4pm
State Theatre Centre of WA Courtyard. 

This event is presented by ETSY Australia and run by volunteers of the ETSY WA Street Team. The event will feature around fifty individual artists and makers, all selling their own products.

To apply to be a stallholder head here: http://goo.gl/forms/5kkdhiKvT2

An ETSY jury will select stallholders based on application merit. Categories of sellers may include: Fine art, home décor, stationery, jewellery, ceramics, furniture, clothing, vintage, children's or infant's products, beauty, fashion and accessories, packaged food products, plants & garden ware. All products will be designed, created and produced in Western Australia.

THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:
♦ Attendees! Please share the event, tell your friends, make sure you come along and support handmade in Western Australia
♦ Sellers... purveyors of beautiful and unusual, high quality goods that are hand made in Australia
♦ Others that want to be involved… People who wish to promote or cover the event, people who wish to volunteer in the lead up to the event, musicians who might wish to provide some musical entertainment… People who have talents that can assist in ways that we haven’t even considered yet!
Please, get in touch!

Kate Stevens – WA Etsy Team Captain (mobile 0404 722 046)
Davina Farinola – WA Etsy Team Leader (mobile 0408 936 031)
ESTY WA Street Team

email: streetteamwa@gmail.com
website: www.wastreetteam.weebly.com
facebook: www.facebook.com/wastreetteam

meet | join | chat with the team:
https://www.etsy.com/au/teams/11638/western-australia-street-team

shop | browse | follow the work of the team:
www.etsy.com/pages/wastreetteam
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