Here; my favourite thing "made by hand" flourishes with a delightful belt of plantations, growing bananas, mangoes, tomatoes and a range of crisp vegetables. Every Saturday morning the farmers link with the crafters in the area and hold a sweet little market right in the heart of the town.
On our first visit to the market we were captured by the music of the Soldiers of the 'Perth Australian Navy Band' who were in the area, helping local people who were affected by the floods that devastated the area late 2010.
Big Band music at it's best....
Fruit and Vegetables picked the day before....yum!
The biggest Free Range eggs I have ever seen......
Divine Mango "Munchiness".........and you can try before you buy too......
Handmade chocolates and sweets to die for......
Some different handmades like these cute little papercraft mini albums with photo's of the local attractions inside.....perfect for the handbag...
Some chunky glass rings....love the display in local sand....
Bright and colourful jewellery which suit the warm winter climate....up to 28 degrees everyday....!!!
and.....two delightful ladies Shirley and Maureen who call their stall 'Tarts in a Tent'....isn't that a giggle!
Beautiful sewing.....I took some home with me!
Babies are not forgotten as Ella from 'Ella's Nappy Cakes' makes gorgeous faux cakes out of baby products. The perfect Baby Shower Gift.....
soft and pretty.....
Finally; here is a lady by the name of Lorraine, who makes these beautiful butterflies as she travels with her husband in their caravan. What a delightful use of time...
A local market always seems like a good morning out.Lots of lovely ladies with their craft.
ReplyDeleteService bands are always great to listen too.
Judith our drive home was just gorgeous with lots of fields of colour. Wildflowers blooming beautifully with all the rain we've had here.
That looks like a really great market, I'd love to visit! The Tarts in a Tent was funny - love their slogan, hand made, well made, not made in China!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful market! The closest one to me is a few hours away. I just love the bunny nappy cake! Too cute!
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