Where on earth does the time go? All week I've been meaning to post about the fabulous Cut+Paste Festival I visited last Sunday, and next thing I know, the week's as good as gone, and I haven't even downloaded the photos off my camera yet. Oh well, nevermind, I do eventually get to these things (even if it's last thing Sunday evening).
So yes, Cut+Paste was a one-off weekend-long festival held at the Red Rattler venue in Marrickville, and it aimed to showcase sustainable handmade goods created by local artists and designer-makers; organic fair-trade foods + treats; and a range of workshops about crafting in the context of environmental and economic concerns. All good stuff.
^ The event flyer, and some delightful stencilling on the interior walls of the space
^ Inside the converted warehouse space that is the Red Rattler venue
While I wasn't able to attend any time other than the Sunday afternoon, this did still give me the chance to sample the goodies at the crafty market (and the organic chocolate cake, yum), and I was so chuffed to see some new friendly faces behind the stalls and some new products on offer. Some of these included:
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Helen Edwards
http://helenedwards.blogspot.com/
I was an instant fan of Helen's gorgeous fruit-box collages and cardboard cards!
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Cigdem Aydemir
I've no blog or website details for Cigdem, but if you're interested in her amazing fabric brooches and bowls I do know she can be contacted at cigdosovic@hotmail.com.
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Chi Chi
jbr50132@bigpond.net.au
A lovely lady I've shared time at many a market with, Chi Chi has recently added some new 'feathery' fabric hair acessories to her range.
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A Life So Peachy
http://alifesopeachy.blogspot.com
Jess is a fellow Brown Owl gal and she's both crafty and eco-savvy. Jump over to her blog and leave your 'eco tip' comment (before Sept 23) for a chance to win her giveaway prize of an upcycled hessian coffee sack bag.
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Pearl & Elspeth
www.pearlandelspeth.com
As the sign says, Annie Werner lovingly handcrafts sustainable, ethical and unique clothing and home/accessory pieces. I loved the skirts, and loved the kiddie's bibs, but I just had to buy one of the wrist-held zippered purses made from upcycled vintage tea-towels (it was the perfect colour for a friend of mine...).
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Wife
www.wifeimitatesart.etsy.com
Nicole Barakat, the crafty lady behind Wife, was a key mover and shaker in getting together and organising the Cut+Paste Festival. Her colourful market stall table stocked loads of things from textile assemblages and wearables to book-page wallets. And I must admit, I've truly appreciated the stitched storybook 'travel wallet' that I bought from the Wife stall at a previous Finders Keepers market - it's gorgeous and it's been super practical on my travels.
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Some others that I didn't get photos of, but who are just as worthy of mention because they're doing wonderful things:
Maaike Pullar furniture resurrection (funky upholstery 'by whim or commission')
Dear Plastic (eco bags, collage necklaces, handmade paper postcards)
Gosh, how I do love a good craft market populated with such friendly people!
Fab post Michelle! So sorry I missed it. I'm rather partial to organic chocky cake myself. Thanks for all the links.
Posted by: Alisa | September 21, 2009 at 03:12 PM
thanks for linking me!! Chi Chi foun me through your blog and tipped me off on a very good find!!
Posted by: Maaike | September 21, 2009 at 06:17 PM
PS, I HAVE to have a copy of your laundromatic zine. Do i have to buy it through etsy or can I find you in Sydney and exchange money the old fashioned way?
Posted by: Maaike | September 21, 2009 at 06:23 PM