From humble beginnings, Coffs Harbour’s favourite handmade market is turning 15 this year.
The very first “Coffs Creative Mums’ Market” was held at Tabatinga Coffs Harbour, in
May 2011. With just 27 stallholders, the day was a resounding success. And due to overwhelming demand, the decision was made to make it a regular event.
Shortly after, the market was renamed, and in June 2011, the “Made with Love Markets” was born.
For the past 15 years, the market has brought the Mid North Coast community original,
unique and handmade items. It has provided an outlet for hundreds of local craftspeople to sell their wares.
Alison Paul is the organiser and co-founder of the market and says the popularity of the market has only grown over the past 15 years.
“The support from the community has been astounding. Back when we started the
market, I really didn’t expect it to continue for so long. But customers keep coming back and showing their support for the local handmade community,” she said.
The market is held four times a year at the Coffs Harbour showground. The next market
is the famous Mother’s Day market, on Sunday, April 26th, with other dates this year –
23rd August and the Christmas market is on 29th November.
“We usually have around 120 stallholders at each market. The quality and creativity in
our stallholders is just amazing, well worth checking out if you haven’t already,” she said.
For more information, go to www.madewithlovemarkets.com
