Markets

Enjoy the natural environment of Strathnairn Arts Precinct as you stroll the site and discover the local artisans and sustainable practioners.

BOPDOTZ

A collection of thoughtfully crafted ceramic wares—including mugs, jugs, vases, and bowls—paired with a select range of sterling silver jewellery. Each piece is made with sustainability at its core.

Designed with care for both aesthetic quality and environmental impact.





CANBERRA ENVIRONMENT CENTRE

Information on sustainable choices and change - Canberra specific environmental resources will be available for free distribution.

The Canberra Environment Centre is a not-for-profit, non-government, environmental education centre empowering people to create a more sustainable future for the Canberra community, by supporting lifelong behavioural change.

CELIA CRAMER CERAMICS

Offering handmade vases and plant pots for sale to the festival vistors. Each pot is handmade here in Canberra and is hand decorated with images of our local birdlife. 

A paper message is included in each pot which gives a bit of information about the bird depicted and about how each pot was made.


CRAFTING MY STORY

At Crafting My Story, you'll find a beautiful selection of sustainable, handcrafted items made by local women from culturally diverse backgrounds. Each piece is thoughtfully created with care for both people and the planet. 

Our collection includes: Eco-friendly earrings and jewellery – designed with recycled and natural materials for everyday elegance. Hand-poured soy candles – infused with calming scents to bring warmth to your space. Natural soaps – made with skin-loving ingredients and free from harsh chemicals. 

Other handmade gifts – crafted with heart and perfect for conscious gift-giving. Every item carries a story of creativity, sustainability, and community empowerment.

CURIOUS KIDS CANBERRA

Find a bug – this is where Children get a checklist and borrow a  magnifying glass and we go on a hunt.

Create a bookmark and story time – colour and/or decorate your bookmark with nature based themes after enjoying a nature inspired book about the environment 

Colouring in – There are Rocky and Insect specific sheets with facts that children can learn about Blue Tongued Lizards and Stick insects, while they colour…. All while insects and lizards are on the table in front of them to watch and interact with!



CUTIE CRANES


Offering handmade origami arts includes jewellery, greeting cards, 3D frames and other crafts creations









ERYKA GARBUTT DESIGNS

Brooches made from plastic bottles, recycled paper eggshells Necklaces from recycled cutlery, paper, nylon mesh, crochet wire or crochet cotton. 

Earrings from various materials as listed above. Bracelets from nylon mesh. Greeting cards from recycled and hand dyed lace. Hand pained bottles.

GALINA AMELINA

A wide variety of items such as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, gemstone trees, charms and more.








GINNINDERRA CATCHMENT GROUP

Information about local landcare groups and activities, FrogWatch andWaterwatch.

GCG’s mission is to ‘connect, support and lead local communities to maintain and improve the health of the Ginninderra Catchment and surrounding environments’.




GINNINDERRY CONSERVATION TRUST

The Ginninderry Conservation Corridor is an integral part of sustainable living at Ginninderry.

The community and visitors respect and are inspired by the intrinsic value of the area’s biodiversity, ecological integrity, scenic landscape, cultural heritage and tranquil natural settings.

The Corridor showcases leadership in science-based biodiversity restoration, innovative community management, sustainable recreation and active learning opportunities and partnerships.

GOOD OMEN GOODEZE


Good Omen Goodeze (affectionately known as GOG) is a grassroots charity that started about 5 years ago to engage Canberrans of all walks of life to craft beautiful comfort items for patients, families and staff in the ACT health services. 

GOG’s vision is ‘providing warmth and comfort for those in need, one stitch at a time’ and our key focus is crafting items for people in ICU, aged care and end of life settings, while also reaching out into other areas of the community including children’s vaccinations, local charities, walk-in centres and the ACT Ambulance Service.

IRINA BASTRAKOVA

Creating art and craft items in different styles using a variety of media, materials and techniques. Our specialty is making high quality handmade items from new and recycled materials. 

We offer the following items: small paintings, cushion covers, tea towels, knitted bowls, cards and many more.






KIRAN DESIGN STUDIO

Kirandeep is a multi-disciplinary artist with extensive international experience in several parts of the world, currently based in Canberra. 

She creates wearable art in silk that is free-flowing, colourful and light. The colours and designs she uses are inspired by the Australian flora and fauna and her travels around the world.  The silk painting is all freehand. The silk hand dyed in her studio as she explores silk art and design by combining various dyeing techniques she has learnt from various artisans during her travels. 

Kiran uses ecologically friendly techniques to minimise the wastage of water and dyes. Some of the silk designs incorporate needlework and freehand machine embroidery to make the thread a part of the design.

LITTLE TREE STUDIO


Where art meets function. If you're chasing something truly distinctive, handmade and original you've come to the right place. Embracing the concept of wabi-sabi (the beauty of imperfection) we create organic, free-form ceramics, where every item is 100% handmade and 100% unique.

Handcrafted tableware and decorative ceramics make the perfect gifts and can become truly treasured family heirlooms for many years.








MJ'S HANDCRAFTED ABORIGINAL ARTEFACTS AND DESIGNS

Aboriginal Artefacts, jewellery, clothing, homewares all with our own unique designs.














REPAIR CAFE AT GINNINDERRY

We will be providing information about the operation of the repair cafe and potentially providing examples of some repairs.






RIVERBANK ENTERPRISES

First Nations Painting artifacts Clothing.

Riverbank Enterprises provides engaging experiences drawing on a rich blend of Aboriginal culture, music and the arts.Founder, Dale Robert Huddleston, is a renowned singer, songwriter, artist and entrepreneur. Riverbank Enterprises brings together his diverse talents and showcases the innovative offerings he creates for corporate clients, the public and the music industry.

SAM CHARD CERAMICS

Sam Chard is a small batch potter working in Canberra, ACT & Noosa, QLD, Australia.

Sam will be selling handmade ceramic jewellery and homewares, made from Australian porcelain and other local clays.





TURTLE AND ROSE CREATIONS

Woodwork: cutting boards, serving boards, bowls, coasters, coffee grinders, keychains, hand carvings Textiles: eco-printed wall hangings on silk, silk scarves (created with natural plant-based dyes) Leatherwork: wallets, notebook covers, key covers, foraging pouches. Upcycled vintage pieces: refurbished and repurposed vintage small homewares.

UPCYLCED BY TRISH

I upcycle old denim jeans into new products, including bags, aprons, hats, purses and other knickers knacks. This is my way of preventing fabric waste being relegated to landfill and to breathe new life into this great fabric.





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