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Maker Christmas Trade (NorthEast)


Before you look through the list of potential trade mates, if you are not already familiar with the trading process please read full details here: http://lucyfarfort.blogspot.com/2011/09/maker-christmas-trade-for-north-east.html

Although there are no real rules for the trade as it is not moderated and is entirely up to those involved, it is recommended that trading and exchange of items be complete by 30th Nov, so that everyone has received their goods by then.

***List of Participating Traders (from 30th Oct - 30th Nov)***

1) Business name: Make Do and Mend Arts (Katia and Sally)
Type of handmade product(s) created: Jewellery from reclaimed objects reassembled to create new, unique and beautiful works.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.etsy.com/shop/makedoandmendarts
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things.
Contact details for potential trade mates: makedoandmendarts@hotmail.co.uk
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2)
Business name: Boho Raspberry (Nancy Farrell)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
T
extiles products such as bags, wallets, mobile phone holders and accessories for women, designed and created from original patterns. Each product is made with colourful high quality fabric and are all one off designs.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.wix.com/nancy_farrell_5/boho or 'Boho Raspberry' on Facebook
Any exclusions to trade?: Yes. Would like to exclude some of my bags from the trade
Trading preferences (if any): Would like to trade products for clothing or jewellery.
Contact details for potential trade mates: nancy_farrell_5@hotmail.co.uk
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3)
Business name: The Spotted Sparrow (Julia Syndor)
Type of handmade product(s) created: Eco-friendly stationery from original designs, made with FSC-certified paper and vegetable-based ink
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: www.spottedsparrow.com
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things.
Contact details for potential trade mates: julia@spottedsparrow.com
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4) Business name: Surf and Silver Sea Glass Jewellery (Emma Harbottle)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Sea glass jewellery created with sterling silver and sea frosted glass hand picked from the beach.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Surf-Silver-Sea-Glass-Jewellery/318617935287 (will need to contact maker for prices).
Any exclusions to trade?: Yes. Would only like to trade with pendants.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things of similar value.
Contact details for potential trade mates: emylou@live.co.uk
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5) Business name: Glocparty (Jenny Rohde)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Accessories for men and women using upcycled materials such as vintage fabric and buttons. Product range includes bags, purses and knitted items. There is generally a woodland animal theme at the moment
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.etsy.com/people/glocparty
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things.
Contact details for potential trade mates: rohdejenny@gmail.com
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6) Business name: Brittany Coxon
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Paper goods such as greetings cards, sketchbooks/notebooks, gift tags etc. The items a made using recycled papers and feature artist's own original illustrations, photographs and designs. Also takes commissions for collages for children's rooms and nurseries.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Britt7094
NOTE:
prints are currently not on Etsy but are sold for £18 - £28 (framed) depending on size. To see prints visit: http://www.flickr.com/photos/britt7094/
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things especially jewellery, art & clothing.
Contact details for potential trade mates: britt7094@gmail.com
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7) Business name: Candela (Ruth Herling)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Handmade scented vegetable wax candles in glass containers. Candles have assorted unblended flower fragrances.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: Maker currently does not have a site, so please contact seller for images. Cost of each candle is £6.00
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things.
Contact details for potential trade mates: missherling@gmail.com
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8)  Business name: Threadspider (Christine White)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Contemporary textile art and accessories using constructed fabrics and embellished with embroidery, beads and buttons. Created from original designs.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: www.threadspider.etsy.com and www.threadspider.folksy.com
Any exclusions to trade?: Yes. Would like to exclude large framed pieces from trade.
Trading preferences (if any): Would like to trade for jewellery, glass, art and accessories
Contact details for potential trade mates: info@threadspidertextiles.co.uk
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9) Business name: RuleBritannia (Britannia Douglas)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
One off jewellery pieces. Product range includes fused glass jewellery, re-worked vintage jewellery and felt Jewellery.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.facebook.com/pages/RuleBrittania/130217427013873 (will need to contact maker for prices).
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range
Trading preferences (if any): Would like to trade for handbags, candles, bath products, scarves & hats.
Contact details for potential trade mates: brittania.douglas@hotmail.co.uk
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10) Business name: HeirloomSox (Claire Ong)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Christmas stockings made with new and recycled fabrics, using applique and other decorative techniques.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.etsy.com/shop/HeirloomSox
Any exclusions to trade?: None.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things, especially prints, jewellery & art.
Contact details for potential trade mates: claireandjason@blueyonder.co.uk
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11) Business name: Emma Hedley Jewellery
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Personalised Sterling silver lyric bangles pendants and rings. Each piece has a personalised message hand stamped onto the silver.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: www.emmahedley.com
Any exclusions to trade?: None. Happy to consider trading with all product range on website.
Trading preferences (if any): Open to trading for all sorts of things.
Contact details for potential trade mates: emma_hedley@hotmail.co.uk
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12) Business name: Sitting On The Wall (Leeanne Lowe)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Originally designed purses, pillows, kids t-shirts, Christmas decorations, mini books and tote bags.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions: http://www.etsy.com/people/sittingonthewall
Any exclusions to trade?: Yes. I would only like to trade paper goods, Christmas gifts and tote bags.
Trading preferences (if any): I would like to trade for clothing, art and gifts.
Contact details for potential trade mates: leeannelowe@btopenworld.com
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13) Business name: Lucy's Happy Place (Lucy Farfort)
Type of handmade product(s) created:
Art prints, greetings cards, coasters, notebooks and calendars featuring artist's own original illustrations and designs. Plus occasional ltd edition textile pieces.
Link to product images, prices and descriptions:  http://www.folksy.com/shops/lucyfarfort & http://www.etsy.com/shop/LucysHappyPlace
Any exclusions to trade?: Yes. Would like to exclude calendars, notebooks & textile products.
Trading preferences (if any): Would like to trade for jewellery/accessories, candles, bags, purses, bath products, ceramics & stationery.
Contact details for potential trade mates: lucyfarfort@yahoo.com
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