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Best Craft Fairs in Australia 2025: Top Picks and Highlights
March 7, 2025
Australia is a hub for craft markets and fairs, offering a diverse range of handcrafted goods from local artisans. In fact, as of this post’s publication, there may be hundreds of minor and major craft fairs coming soon to a city or town near you. It goes to show that crafting is a big deal […]

Craft Industry Trends for the Start of 2025
February 11, 2025
Amid industrialisation and, later, digitisation of modern society, good old craft-making not only managed to survive but also thrive. While a minor contributor to Australia’s economy, the fact that it generates billions is more than enough proof that craft-making remains alive and kicking – as it should be for a country with a long history […]

Understanding Local Craft Fairs: A Guide
August 9, 2024
Australia has a long, rich history of crafts, dating back to way before European settlers set foot here. It’s one of many pre-colonial traditions that not only survived the lasting effects of the Industrial Revolution but also continued to thrive amid mass-produced goods in the market. For artisans, it’s more than just making a living […]

Finding Local Craft Fairs: Tips and Resources
August 9, 2024
Craft hobbyists and professionals alike can find everything they want at a local craft fair, from an assortment of crafts and crafting supplies to tips and insights from like-minded experts. While a relatively small industry, crafts maintain a sizeable interest and following due in no small part to the unique showcases such an event features. […]