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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
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
Friday, December 31
Just for Fun : Supporting local WA film-makers
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)
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4 | 5 | 6 |
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)
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
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
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)
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.
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$8.00
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$25.00
| 3
$37.00
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4
$29.00
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$10.00
| 6
$12.00
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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.
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
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
Summer Holiday Workshops For Creative Teens - Central TAFE
Community Artist Listing Opportunity - Kalannie
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!
Monday, November 15
Artist Callout - Town of Vincent Festival 2011
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
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
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gallery times » 10am-4pm daily
Sunday November 21
Wednesday, November 10
MOTL hearts frankie
From over at frankie HQ: Written by holly mccauley | |
Wednesday, 10 November 2010 15:00 | |
(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:
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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
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
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
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!
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:
Cafe: Coffea Fine Espresso, 31a Ardross Street, Applecross
Light refreshments provided.