Our Artisans
Here is some information about some of our Ferntree Gully Village Artisan Market stall holders.
Please scroll down to read about them, what they specialise in and where they are situation in the market area.
You can also order items as well from the Artisans, by visiting them at their stall or by contacting them by phone or email.
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Artists Websites have links as well.
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Debbi Douglas
Kaleidoscope Kraftz
0403 423 181
Stall 22
Debbi is a Skilled Craftsperson, Qualified Graphic Designer, Teacher and Web Designer.
Debbi creates works of art from found objects like driftwood, sea eagle feathers, shells, seaglass & beads. All of Debbi's creations are one offs because of the mediums she finds and uses.
Debbi also specialises in Dichroic Glass Jewellery, Hand building Clay Dragons, Raku firings, Mandala Painting, Tie Dying just about anything.
Phillip Wright has been making suncatchers, boxes and 3D items with stained glass and copper foil (Tiffany style) for 20 years. I have participated in a number of craft markets over the years as well as teaching at local community centres. I am currently teaching Leadlighting & Copper foil classes at Mountain District Learning Centre & Vermont South Community House.
The last three years Phillip has been accepted as an artist in the Dandenong Ranges Open Studios and have designed and built original 3D wall sculptures that have been displayed at the Open Studios Exhibition, Burrinja.
Sue's work has a definate Indigenous look about her work. It's lovely and I'm sure there are lots of stories that go with each piece of artwork too.
I make handmade greeting cards and stationary. I'm just in the early stages of business so don't have a website yet but you can see my work on my Facebook page Purple Marshmellows Handmade Invites and Stationary.
Mumma Bear’s Handmade is a new beginning for Clytie after giving up teaching only recently begun selling my items at markets.
Mumma Bear’s Handmade has a selection of handmade textile and paper art and craft goods. I have made items that appeal to both the young and old. Many of the items have been inspired by my nearly 15 years as a Steiner class teacher.
Vanessa likes to work in bark and wood, finding pieces that are interesting and making something out of them.
Vanessa starts with bark, making wall hangings, photo frames, trays and other items that look great as a centre piece on a table. No two pieces are ever the same. She also likes putting Australian animals on them.
Steve, Warren & Mick are great entertainers! Playing and singing the hits from the 60s, 70s 80s and requests. they engage the crowd, you and old with lots of fun. Kids are als encouraged to participate playing instruments as well. You will find yourself singin along and dancing around the market. There is also plenty of room for dancing in front of the band.
I have learned crochet, knitting and all sorts of needlework as a child from my mother, who also gave me the love of flowers. My designs are still mostly inspired by nature and tradition and have practical uses as well as aesthetic value, such as home decoration items, fashion accessories and baby attire. I hardly ever make two of the same item, so my work is original and unique.
I recently opened a small shop in Ferntree Gully Village called Blossoms & Treasures which offers an interesting range of handmade (by local arts and craftspeople) and vintage items, gifts, as well as flowers and plants for the home and patio.
I started doing feathers maybe 8 month ago when I had some put in my hair.People started to ask where they could have some put in they hair. In one week I had about 30 people asking . It is when I started to look into it.My customers started to ask if I could do matching earrings so now I am doing feather earring as well. They are very popular. I am starting to make clip in feathers hair jewellery. I am on the process to make feathers wands with semi precious stone. Each of my feathers earrings have a semi precious stone as well.I am so looking to join your craft market.
I am a passionate hand embroiderer and textile artist who loves fabrics, threads, yarn and beads. My stash is ever growing and my days are filled with stitching and ‘hooking’. I live, love and breath ‘handmade’ and enjoy sharing my passion with others.
All my creations are made with the finest materials and I spend lots of time sourcing the perfect embellishments to suit each ‘One of a Kind creation. I often hand dye fabric, thread and laces to suit the piece that I am working on.
Deveida May designs currently come in the form of linen tea towels and gift cards. Inspired by life in the beautifulDandenong Ranges, you can be sure your Deveida May design is totally unique.
Shirley Harper
Pet Portraits - working artist
jimshirley@netspace.net.au
9800 0858
Stall 11 - working artist
Over 30 years ago I began painting family pets in oils from photographs and enjoyed some considerable success in this field winning several awards at local art and craft shows. In recent years I have used several other mediums and still paint family pets in acrylics.
Most recently I have gained greatest satisfaction from painting with acrylics and watercolour depicting forest scenes often including Australian animals and wildlife. Several of these paintings have been sold through Sherbrooke Art Society as a member.
Although I have been mainly self taught, I have been able to use my experience and skills over the past ten years while teaching at regular art classes at U3A Knox.
Joe here from demigod antique prints.
I have a selection of genuine old antique engravings and lithographs as well as vintage prints and advertising.
No photocopies or modern reproductions. I have exhibited in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and countless regional towns over the last 20 years including displays for the national trust at Ripponlea and Labassa as well as the Ballarat heritage weekend.
I source original images locally and then double Matt and back them myself in only acid free products so then ready for framing.
Glitz Craft offers an exciting range of crafty, creative and fun handmade greeting cards as well as unique and affordable gifts. Glitz is run by Sarah and Karina who have been making craft for family and friends for over ten years and believe in the ethical, socially responsible motto of "live local, make local, love local".
Using a number of different and unique techniques Glitz cards look fantastic for any occassion and by using 100% sustainable paper sources, they are better for the planet as well! Glitz Craft believes in sustainable, affordable local craft and 10% of all stall profits are donated back to local community charities.
The practice of Palmistry (or Cheiromancy), used and developed for centuries, is the study of the hands, to determine, amongst numerous aspects, our personal traits, abilities and potentials in life.
Stephen is a practical and insightful reader, with a background of 30 years involved with the study and practice of Palmistry.
A reading will shed light on current matters, influences, possible directions, and personal life cycles.
~ Clarity and Understanding are keys to Pathways ~
(*Readings at Market cost $ 20 for a 15 minute consultation)
My passion is vintage, has and always will be. I love learning the history of a piece, coveting and enjoying for just a little bit, then sharing with another who feels the same love for old wares. My collection is vast, beautiful and varied. I travel Victoria for my pieces and am always on the lookout for something different and special. Some of my pieces I have photographed tonight, but not in the best light. I have several Depression era glass ware pieces, including pink and green, retro kitchen ware, industrial era lidded jars, vintage silver plate, rust kissed shabby tins, pretty vintage English teacup sets, the list goes on. My collection is definitely not trash and treasure, but beautiful, unique and to be treasured.
I've been creating these gifts for friends and family for many years and am now at the stage where I've become confident enough in my products to start selling to the public, I would dearly love to hear from you about possibility of obtaining a stall for the upcoming and future markets.All candles are chemical free soy using Australian wax and essential oils poured into a variety do vintage 50's ++ glass! crystal and all hair clips are also hand made by me some having buttons that date back to 1940's from a great Aunt that spared me her rare collection recently. I take pride in what I do and hope this reflects your dreams for the artisan Market success.
I make button art canvases, whereby I paint a picture/character/letter on canvas and bond resin/glass/wood over the paint (old/recycled and new buttons). I have many of these to sell and have even more ideas coming. As well as the button art I also handmake cabochon glass jewellrey (earrings, bracelets, rings) I make everything at home in Rowville.
Christy hand draws beautiful original creations onto T-shirts, bags, jeans, paper and almost anything. She also does your name in decorative lettering.
Bring your own item to be drawn on or purchase one from Christy at the market.
Debbie is a local artist who hand makes beautiful Happiness jars, Wishing jars full of colour and Surprises, Notebooks & Pencil pots as well as cards.
Debbie is a working artist, so come along to see her creating and purchase some of her beautiful, inspiring work.
Custom Handmade Accessories for Dogs Who Love People and People Who Love Dogs. I offer well made, (by me), fun and attractive accessories for dogs such as jackets, collars, beds and unique, dog related accessories for people, with a special emphasis on children. At present I have various bags, placemats for dog bowls, cushions and pyjamas---all of which can be mixed, matched and coordinated with dog accessories.
I also create custom designs, "hard to fit" dog clothes, and accessories for special occasions, so order can be taken.
I also do pet portraits on commission either in oil or pastel, and offer for sale, note cards with my paintings and illustrations. I am starting on Christmas items, and have several gift tags available, with much more Christmas things on the way.
We have such wonderful bonds with our dogs and Just Me & My Dog aims to provide fun and unique items promoting and celebrating this.
Blurb to come
Phu Tsamchoe
Crafts from Tibet
Stall 15 - working artist
Phu is from Tibet and has been living in Australia for 10 years.
She still creates beautiful felt necklaces and many other pieces of art and crafts in the Tibetian style.
Most of the money she makes she sends to her family back in Tibet, to help support them.
I have been creating my own jewellery designs under the name 'Kiana Jem Designs' for the past 10 years and some customers may remember me when I had Market Stalls at Boronia, UFTG & Lilydale Farmers Mkts. My main love is creating beautiful charm bracelets but I also make lovely necklaces and earrings at very affordable prices. I don't leave the young ones out because I create Decorated Boxes, Hair Accessories and lovely larger style Suncatchers for children. I also love making scarves and in particular the new "Fun" Scarves which are very popular. Look foward to meeting you all.
Karly’s original training in drama is evident in her work as a visual artist and jewellery maker, as she infuses a dash of drama into each piece. Her creative method combines her interest in mixing materials, re-using and simple re-forming and the desire to create in a sustainable manner. Currently she has been working mostly with fabric, polymer, wire and resin in her jewellery making. The last couple of years Karly has been a teacher and coordinator of the creative arts major at a private tertiary institution and despite loving to teach has recently taken the leap to a more full time creative work in an attempt to facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Mozza
The One Man Jukebox
0438 910 555
Busking all day 15 March
By local Ferntree Gully resident Monique Patté
“My colourful collection focusses on accessories including beanies, berets, belts, scarves, brooches, clips and headbands. I also make blankets to order. My inspiration is colour and I love working with chunky yarns with interesting textures. I’m currently a member of the Ferntree Gully Library Crochet for Charity group, which meets monthly to share knowledge and crochet for charity.”
Mozza is a local landmark in the area. He is often found entertaining people in the Ferntree Gully Shopping Village and Paddys Tavern. It is with great pleasure that we also have him appearing at the Artisan Market busking from time to time. Come and sing along as well. You will have a ball.
"Hi, I'm Mel Koyama, a local artist.
I make beautiful handmade jewellery using natural gemstones and wire
I also make decorative pieces with stones, dragons, unicorns, fairies etc and many other handmade treasures.
My other joy is medieval calligraphy, which I teach.
Special orders a pleasure.Small jewellery repairs undertaken.
Mum and I started making our own soy candles about 8 years ago, because I was spending a fortune buying them all the time.
I enjoyed making them so much, I started selling them at craft markets. They are original and different candles that I haven't seen around before and making them from renewable resources is great as well.
Mum would come and help me at the markets and she makes craft things from things she has grown in the garden. I then started adding to our stall with salt lamps, lanterns and incense.
My name is Danielle Blasetti. Denim has been a love of mine for many years, as it is a very strong and durable material, and always fashionable. I use second hand Jeans to create bags, denim bangles, dog bandanas, bottle holder and many other designs. Perfect present for someone who has a pair of jeans that is not worn anymore, and turn them into a bag. Each bag is unique, as no two pair of jeans are the same. All bags are lined and have an internal pocket. The bangles are all different, made to suit different wrist sizes. Any idea you might have for yourself, please let me know.
Handmade Artisan Earrings made with love and care. I have been making cards for about 5 years as a way to vent my creative streak, and I started making earrings about a year ago. I make unique items, and am happy to make to order.
Margie joined Alba's Ladies Art Group at Mountain District Learning Centre a few years ago. Since then Margie has found her passion for drawing with pastels.
Margie will be producing pastel drawings at her stall, demonstrations and some of her work will also be for sale.
Carolina does beautiful face painting on Boys and Girls and of course Adults.
Her work is beautiful, you wont want to wash it off.
Carolina won 1st prize in the MBAC Face Painting Competition, so we are very lucky to have her at our Artisan Market.
You can also checkout her work on her website.
Bronte
Vintage
Stall 22
Bronte has lots of vintage stuff for sale. Come and have a look around, you are bound to find some treasures to take away with you.
Jock Laing
Illustrator - working artist
9762 9824
Stall working artist
Im Jock the illustrator from Boronia. I arrived here from Scotland 46 years agao and love it! I started drawing about 15 years agao and havent stopped. I also run a workshop at The Hut Gallery. Come and checkout my work.
My name is Joan Buras I have been a stall holder for over 15 years, I specialize in reasonably priced gift items, that are speciality wrapped . I create numerous presents which range from mother and father's day gifts to Christmas presents. All my gift items are chosen and arranged by myself before I complete the process with wrapping and decoration. I mainly use embroidered towels and flannels or fabric banded ones, potpurri sachets, soaps and toiletries.
Flo and Anthony make their own soap from natural ingredients. After having trouble with their skin when using supermarket brands of soap, which contained too many harsh chemicals and perfumes that irritated lots of peoples skin. They started making their own soap, and other bath products such as salt mixes and bath frizzles. Flo will offer soap for sale at the market. She will also show you how to make them at the stall, and you can make them on the spot or take home DIY-Kits to do it at your own time.
Lisa has had a great love for art and craft ever since she was little, always making something every chance she can get. Whether it be drawing, sewing or just making something crafty.
Ive never sold any of my work before I generaly give them away as gifts but with all the positive feed back and comments about how good they think my work is i thought it was worth a go. Id like to get into the art industry and make a career out of it someday. Hopefully doing this stall will get my name and work out there and hopefully from it in the future the art world will hold a place for me.
Interchange
Photography
Mel Smith - 0400 039 393
Stall again soon
Interchange people who have been working hard all year on their photography will be showing and selling their work at the Artisan Market.
Come along and support them on Saturday.
We have a textile studio called Cloth&Stuff Studio in the foothills of the Dandenongs and create silk Indigo Shibori scarves and other textile items.
Ted Horton lives in Beaconsfield, Victoria. Tutored at school in England by a direct descendant of Sir William Russell Flint.
Encouraged to paint and draw from a very early age. Emigrated to Australia in 1976, was inspired to sketch and paint rural scenes at in-laws farm at Melville Forest. Ted has been painting for over 30 years, including painting sets for amateur theatre, teaching watercolours for beginners and selling his paintings extensively at art shows and galleries.
Ted’s large murals feature extensively in Coleraine and Penshurst and his ‘public works of art’ now exceed 30 in total. Ted has more murals on order as well.
Danielle is a busy Mum of three from Boronia. I primarily make handmade cards but I also love to create lots of other things, usually inspired by my childrens latest interests.
I also make hairclips, bubble wands, shadow puppet theaters, sticker books and other handmade gifts. They are all very affordable and unique. Great for that little something extra you want to add to a present.
Alan has lived in the area for over 50 years. Alan has worked for many local landmarks, Westy Wrights in Ferntree Gully, where he learnt to weld and do blacksmithing and then at the Cool Stores in Boronia for 25 years.
Alan now runs a Blacksmithy Shed in his backyard where he creates a few things out of steel. Alan is a local character, come & check out his work..
My product is cheer bows for girls hair and tinier bows for little girls pony or piggy tails on a hair tie, I am also going to be making bows with a magnet on them to stick on a fridge or on a girls desk to brighten up aroom. This is a very wanted product amongst the cheer world as the girls put them all over their bags. There will also be Christmas bows for sale to get into the spirit of Christmas. Come and have a look at them I know you wont be disappointed with what you see, they make a great gift for any little girl.
Simon is an extremely talented illustrator and creative person. Over the years he has been involved in stage design, zens, exhibitions of his work and producing his beautiful Handmade Crackle, Folk art and Decoupage items for high end retailers.
Simon has now returned to the roots of his Creative Spirit by joining the Artisan Market to sell his beautiful handmade items including Rose Decoupage boxes, and other items. Simon also takes orders for Wedding Albums, Dedication Books and Decoupage Furniture.
I'm a mum who after having 2 boys, had the pleasant surprise of a girl! I started stitching her headbands and hair clips one she had enough hair to put up and my creations just expanded from there.
I began getting orders from the photos of her on my Facebook page and it evolved from there.
I love to see my designs on girls (and adults) of all ages and I'm more than happy to create to order.
My designs have been sent all over Australia and also to England.
I love what I do and take pride in my work.
The Ferntree Potters
Steve Burton
President: The Treefern Potters
0401 709 477
Stalls again in the future
The Treefern Potters are primarily based around the Dandenong Ranges, and more specifically Ferntree Gully.
The group formed in 2005, from an eclectic group of passionate potters and sculptors, from the amateur, and the part-time, to full time ceramic artists, we evolved in the beginning from the Ferntree Gully Community Arts Centre and that is still our spiritual home.
The 20+ Treefern Potters work’ ranges from tiny native animals; large tribal sculptures; delicate porcelain vessels; chunky stoneware urns; simple sushi plates; elaborate teapots, and a mixture of pottery and sculpture as varied as the members themselves.
The Hut Group of Artist will be producing works of art on the spot at the Artisan Market and also selling their work. Come and checkout live, working Artists and purchase from them directly.
The Hut is one of the oldest but most active Art Societies in Melbourne. Our regular Exhibitions showcase the work of our local artists and both well known and emerging talent from around the Dandenongs and its foothills. We run both friendly untutored groups and also provide skilled tuition, classes usually conducted on a weekly basis at various times during the day, evening and on some weekends. We also offer monthly one day workshops in various specialized skills such as printmaking and mosaic. Poetry and Music continues to be a popular regular activity.
Gemma & David
Busking Band
Stall again in the future
Fyona Mitaxa
Manadalas - Working Artist
fyonam@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/pages/Tranquil-Heart-Designs/155665857939451
Stall
Fyona is a Mandala Artist amongst other beautiful pieces of work.
Prints retail for $25 - $40 depending on size Mandalas are 29.5 in diameter. She also offers Angel Guide Readings & Hand Drawn images; Images for FB Profiles, business visual merchanising, business cards. Come and checkout her work for sale and watch her creating at the Market.
My business is BAMM Stamped Designs, I'm on Facebook and I have an Etsy store. https://www.facebook.com/BammStampedDesigns.
I started my own small business last December making hand stamped personalised jewellery.
Gemma & David are also very well known in the area. Gemma & David also perform at Paddy's Tavern as well as, weddings, funerals, everything. They play mixes from the 70s, 80s, 90s music and requests of course.
Come and welcome them to the Ferntree Gully Village Artisan market this saturday 18 January.
Plenty of Dancing space available!
Hi my name is Deborah Charles I live in knoxfield I have been painting for over ten years and I've just finished three terms of pottery which I've loved every moment, so this year I've decided to go back to school and do the diploma of ceramics at Homesglen TAFE part time, this will take me four years to complete.
Suzy’s work consists of completely handcrafted jewellery from start to finish, I cut and shape the timber through to finishing the product with resin. The items that don’t involve timber are made using moulds and hand decorating. All of my pieces are one offs, however, I’m more than happy to discuss designs and colors that you may prefer.
The wood Suzy uses is actually tree branch slices or recycled timber.
All critters felting. Needle felted critters by Jessica Cook, animals and bears made with love and care.
Private and group classes available for beginners and advanced.
Hi, my name is Gail and I make beautiful unique cards for all occasions. I can colour match to suit your theme and personalise with your very own message, or choose something with you if you can't think of something.
I provide 1:1 consultation and 'listen' to what it is you wish.
My cards are to keep and I spend a lot of time giving attention to detail.
I love what I do and I'm constantly expanding my range.
I'm currently designing and making shadow boxes.
My mission is to provide top quality cards and gifts, that are a pleasure to give and a delight to receive.
I also run cardmaking classes which can be booked on www.facebook.com/yorkrosecards under 'events'