September already.

Well  how did that happen. Six markets have flown by, each one better than the last. Here are some photos of the awesomeness that is Renegade Handmade.

I knew we had talent but I didn't realize how many fantastic creative folks there were in Townsville. We have around 30 vendors each month with around 5 rotating each month. There are several that aren't featured in these photos. Pop on down each month and discover something amazing.

April Market was amazing

Amazing. Awesome. Inspiring. What more can I say. It truly exceeded all my expectations. So many wonderful vendors joined us and sooo many fantastic shoppers joined us. We may seem like a small group in comparison to the other weekly markets, but let me tell you it was perfect.

I have to admit that I was so busy making sales and talking to happy shoppers, that I actually forgot to take photos until after lunchtime when we almost done.

Here is what people are saying:

"I thought it was brilliant and I am hanging out for next months' market."

"I had the best market I've had in 2 years."

"The market had such a great feel and atmosphere to it. It's like a dream come true for me, (since I'm such an arty myself). Perfect location! Beaut day, fantastic that you have brought this great idea and asset to Townsville for us all. Thank you so much."

 

"I was really amazed at the number of people who came through, who were interested in what I do, and also the number of sales. Totally successful markets and so beautifully organised that they seemed to just work effortlessly ( which usually means that there was a huge amount of work done beforehand). Well done and congratulations."

"I would have to say great start, I loved it! I will be going to the next one. Certainly value adds to the shopping experience for locals and anyone visiting. Great variety, locally crafted and unique. Congratulations to all involved."

"I did have an AWESOME day. So happy to be part of it all Loved it. I can't wait till the next one : )"

"Congratulations on a very successful market.  All your hard work, enthusiasm & vitality paid off...  you should be extremely proud of your effort.  Thank you for bringing a fantastic market with it's own unique identity to Townsville."

"Made some great purchases! Well done to all involved. I love locally designed clothes, particularly reworked vintage. Looking forward to the next market day! We need to support our local talent."

"I bought 3 items and was super excited by all the amazing creativity around me and I loved how everyone wanted to talk about their work. Can't wait for the next one."

For more information about the next market please make sure you are following us on www.facebook.com/morethanamarket
You can also email directly to renegadehandmade@hotmail.com or call 0477 900 222.

Karissa Chase

Karissa Chase is a Townsville girl that fled the city after graduating from high school. She moved to Brisbane to study ceramics and hasn't looked back, except for that brief stint at the funeral home.  After ten years in Brisbane she moved to America and eventually designed her Bold Birds line. Inspired by the dynamic cities of Boston and New York, her work has a striking contemporary feel. Karissa has now returned to Australia and has settled in Townsville to raise  her young family.

Her pieces are a individually created in her Vincent studio and are for everyday use as well as looking lovely in your home.

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Rhicreations

Amazingly delicious looking jewelry and accessories made right here in Townsville. 

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Make Amend

Make Amend is a fashion label that encourages young ladies to adorn their bodies with unique designs that embrace femininity, support independent designers, and help our environment.

From humble beginnings of Saturday afternoons sewing in her bedroom, Cassie has built a business out of Make Amend since graduating high school in 2011. She now works from her studio at Katelyn Aslett Artisan Couture in sunny Townsville, Australia.

Make Amend is stocked in store, online, and in Hiroshima Japan.
Cassie’s designs are vintage inspired with a modern edge. She creates quirky designs that are very cutesy, and all items are one-of-a-kind.