Author Archives: Amanda
A Very Merry Handmade Christmas
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is less than 3 weeks away! Luckily you can get your Christmas shopping done without going to the mall – there are so many wonderful events this December. This is the perfect time to …
GoMA Christmas Design Market
Things are certainly heating up we draw closer to Christmas! On Saturday the 26th of November GoMA, Brisbane turns 5 years old. To celebrate this incredible milestone there is a whole host of talks, events and exhibitions to sink your …
Christmas in November
I can’t believe that it’s November already – time has really flown by this year. Soon it will be Christmas! November’s a great time to get yourself some early Christmas gifts – and there is no better gift than a …
Early Spring Exhibition in September
After what seemed like quite a long Winter, Spring has finally sprung and there are lots of wonderful creative events and exhibitions that you can attend this September. Australian artist, Rodney Glick is showcasing a selection of sculptures at the …
Exhibitions and Cupcakes
In the months of August and September there are so many art exhibitions and events to go and enjoy. From the Gold Coast to Brisbane, there is sure to be something to suit every style and taste. Once again 19 …
Art, Craft and Celebrations
Being and artist, designer or crafter can sometimes be a little lonely. It’s easy to lock yourself away in your room and get on with what you’re passionate about and it’s all too easy not surface for days! Late July …
Finding Surrealism in July
The weather is certainly getting cooler and with the recent cold snap in Brisbane it’s great to see that there are so many indoor events in the month of July! The schools are soon closing for the Winter break and …
Books and Skateboards
In addition to the wonderful markets and events that are happening around the Gold Coast and Brisbane areas this month, there are a couple of other events that I didn’t put in my previous blog post for May/June. Those who …
A Fully Loaded Month
The end of May/beginning of June is alive with markets and events that are sure to interest those in handmade – there are events every weekend! It’s great to see the handmade scene thriving even in the cooler seasons. On …
Handmade Love in May
There are so many great opportunities to become involved in the creative community in May, whether it’s as an artists/designer or as a supporter of these designers. The Autumn/Winter months in Queensland are set to be pretty exciting! There are …














