With Christmas just around the corner, Mandurah locals are urged to think outside the box when seeking out presents for their loved ones.
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In the spirit of supporting local, a collective of Peel Region based artists, makers and creators have banded together to host a unique shopping experience.
Tiny Shops on Wheels will be a market place where people in the region will be able to buy something that is truly unique and is locally handmade.
The work is diverse and has a definite local flavour inspired by our beautiful Peel region. It’s a fun and funky way to shop.
- Karen Morgan
The event will boast free Christmas inspired children’s activities, music, coffee, workshops and a range of other activities.
Organisers of the event claim supporting local business rather than large conglomerates would be good new for Mandurah, as “the profits stay here and are spent here”.
“We invite you to celebrate the Christmas retail experience with us,” organiser Karen Morgan said.
“The concept of putting individual shops on wheels is to uniquely showcase each artist’s work in a contemporary eye-catching way.
“We roll in and activate the space in pop ups, conferences and at community events.”
Tiny Shop on Wheels has been aimed at encouraging people to shop local, but also about building a sustainable business model for artists.
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“As makers we have all been very busy over the winter months creating both favourite and new product to bring to our audience, “ Ms Morgan said.
“As a collective there is something for everyone – our artisans showcase ‘unique locally handmade’ works in textiles, prints, paintings, jewellery, essential oils, photography, mandalas, ceramics, clothing, potted plants and a myriad of really interesting discoveries available from each Tiny Shop.
“The work is diverse and has a definite local flavour inspired by our beautiful Peel region. It’s a fun and funky way to shop, just like going to an event.
“We find that our wheels put a sparkle in people’s eye, you will be amazed by what has been fabricated into a shop.
“Gift yourself some time to discover Tiny Shops on Wheels leading up to Christmas. You will find us near the colourful tree outside Make Place.”
Founded three years ago by local textile artist Denise Fisher the team has continued to grow and develop and appreciate the support from, the community, City of Mandurah, local mayor Rhys Williams and Make Place.
Event details:
- You can catch the Tiny Shop on Wheels team at Make Place in Tuckey Street Mandurah from 4-8pm on November 30, from 9.30am to 4pm on December 1 or from 9.30am to 4pm on December 8.
- By visiting the pop up you can also enter into their competition with a choice of winning $250 worth of art supplies donated by Jacksons or $200 to spend with your favourite Tiny Shops on Wheels artists.
- To register for workshops and keep up with the latest you can follow Tiny Shops on Wheels on Facebook.
