I completed a stock count earlier this week to work out what I needed to make
the most of for Finders Keepers next month and to my surprise, I have
been chipping away in great amounts and not realising it! The wooden
range is completely full - I really do not need to make anything more to
take with me, this is yet another one of those high-five moments.
Reflecting on the last two market events of 2012, it is without a doubt
that the item being snapped up the most at the market stall is the That
Vintage Imprinted Clay earrings.
These come in a huge rainbow of colours and now, seven different
prints! I have just finished working out three new prints to add to the
range, which are pictured above: Art Deco, Lace and Valentine Kiss.
How do these prints come about, I hear you say?
I roll out the clay, mix up the chosen colour - in this case above, this is Sage Green, a mix of a mossy green with a smidgen of white. I then use the wooden pieces that have been laser cut with the That Vintage designs and press the print into the small balls of clay. This works well as the clay rarely sticks to the wood; when the wood starts to get a build up of clay residue, I simply wipe the wood clean with a damp cloth.
I don't use any rubber stamps or anything like that - these imprints are all part of the That Vintage range, in which ties together the wooden range with the clay range.
You can find some of the earrings for sale in the Etsy store.
I thought I would share with you the faces of who will be at the That Vintage stall at Finders Keepers, Melbourne!
Of course I'll be there, probably a little frazzled which is a given when flying interstate to do a big market event, but I'll shake those sillies away and embrace the event, enjoying every single moment!
The sweet Katie will be rockin' it by my side - this is Katie's first time working at the Finders Keepers event. This year I decided to seek the helping hands of someone new, someone who is creative also and someone who is willing to sacrifice their Friday and Saturday to hang out with me, my jewellery and the masses of crowds! I was lucky that Katie was super keen with the proposal and I am very excited to have her on board.
If you are coming along to the event, please don't be shy! Say hello and tell me if you read the blog or if you are accumulating a collection of That Vintage pieces! I love to meet those who support That Vintage, who adore it and appreciate all the time and energy that goes into my little brand.
I am so over the moon to announce that That Vintage will be at the upcoming Finders Keepers event in Melbourne next month!
Way back when I began this little handmade adventure, Finders Keepers was on my list of goals - I managed to tick this goal off with my first acceptance into the Sydney December 2011 event... and being completely honest with you, the moment I received the congratulations email, I cried and cried and cried!
There is nothing more amazing than having success that you have worked hard for and having a goal accomplished. I am very grateful that Finders Keepers is having That Vintage back for a third time now!
The Finders Keepers events are very well run; they are a highly professional team with that added zest for the handmade love within life. The stallholders are all of amazing quality, there is always a vast array of different products, plus the added awesomeness of scrumptious food, beverages and entertainment.
The market is in its 5th year and to ensure its growth and development, there will be a gold coin entry this time around - I think it is absolutely worth it!
Finders Keepers is definitely more than just a market. It is an experience - one that should be devoured completely, whilst savouring every single last drop!
If you are planning a trip to any of the Finders Keepers markets this year, come armed with a tote bag, plenty of cash and your plastic cards too, bring a friend and make sure you have oodles of time to spare - to get the most out of an event like this as a visitor, you need time - time in which you allow yourself to converse with the maker, let your eyes be captivated and absorb absolutely every single ounce of talent in the venue.
See you there!
Event information here.
Oh yes... the wait is nearly over people!
This week is Finders Keepers week!
If you haven't been to a Finders Keepers market event, ever, then you are missing out. This even in Melbourne is going to be their biggest to date - with over 120 stalls to make you starry eyed and giddy with handmade goodness - be sure to come cashed up and armed with a tote bag!
Here are the facts:
WHAT: Finders Keepers market
WHERE: Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton
WHEN: Friday 20th April 6pm-10pm & Saturday 21st April 10am-5pm
COST: FREE!
See you there!
The unisex range from That Vintage is ready to roll and has been available in the Etsy store as a trial run over the past couple weeks - so far so good! These have been fun to make, changing up the combinations, seeing which shapes work best with others and being that mid length pendant makes it a versatile piece for both guys and girls.
The That Geo range will be available at:
Boutique Market Hobart: Sunday 25th of March, 9am-1pm at the Old Woolstore, 1 Macquarie Street.
Niche: All Wrapped Up Launceston: Friday 30th of March 4pm-8pm, Saturday 31st of March 10am-4pm at the Tramsheds, Inveresk.
Finders Keepers Melbourne: Friday 20th of April 6pm-10pm, Saturday 21st of April 10am-5pm at the Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson Street in Carlton.
So happy to announce that That Vintage will be heading over to Melbourne for the Finders Keepers event, 20th & 21st of April!
This is super exciting because flicking back to last year when That Vintage made its debut at the Sydney event, it was a dream come true! Now, for a second time around, it is even more special...
I cannot wait to hang out with all the creative cats and meet some new lovers and the faithful loyal ones!
