There's nothing quite like the joy that comes with some retail therapy, especially when you’re supporting local artisans and mindful makers at Finders Keepers. This year, the massive design and art market will feature more than 250 stalls selling everything from slow fashion and jewellery to homewares and stationery.
The spring line-up will feature visual artists like Alejandro Lauren, Emma Morgan and Oh Jessica Jessica; ceramicists like Alessia E Art and Public Holiday; jewellery makers like Peppy Chappette, Mecino and Little Keeper; and clothing brands like Nala, Quirkie Su and Amble. To ensure you're fed and watered, vendors like Billy Van Creamy, Mrs Browne Bakes, Minimum Wines and Molly Rose Brewing will be serving up some tasty concoctions.
In addition to the stacked line-up of stallholders, there will also be DJs pumping tunes, a variety of creative workshops hosted by ClassBento throughout the weekend and crafty classes for kids with See Make Play.
Plus, there's an exciting new addition to the market this spring with The Change Room which focuses on "fair" fashion. You can bring along your worn-out clothes and see how they can be recycled with Upparel, and shop from heaps of ethical fashion brands who are driving positive change.
The market will take place at the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton, and entry is just $6 (free for kids under 13). The event kicks off on Friday, October 13, 4pm-9pm. Over the weekend, opening hours are 10am-5pm.
