NEXT YEARS EVENT DATES // ONLINE STORE

Well we are just about to wrap up another year of Designers Marketplace trading! May there be many more to come. Not forgetting the final market of the year which is this coming Sunday (29th) at Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt which is free entry and starts at 11am until 4pm. We will be sharing the mulled wine and have Christmas jingles to shop to...don't worry, not too many.

Designers Marketplace is going from strength to strength and there are some new and very exciting developments planned for next year.

ONLINE STORE...
From the beginning March (hopefully!) 1010 the Designers Marketplace will be launching its online store and portfolio gallery, where you will be able to find and buy from all of your favourite DM traders plus many new names from far and wide!! We will be continuing our work in the promotion of contemporary and innovative works from both emerging and established artists and designers in all of our usual categories:

FASHION . ACCESSORIES . ART . PRINTS . ILLUSTRATION . PHOTOGRAPHY . JEWELLERY . GRAPHICS . CERAMICS . TEXTILES . FURNITURE . INTERIOR PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES .

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING REPRESENTED AND SELLING THROUGH THE ONLINE STORE PLEASE KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR FURTHER DETAILS WHICH WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN JANUARY.


EVENT DATES FOR NEXT YEAR...
Next years dates are still in the process of being booked. So far we have three confirmed dates and venues, but as soon as we know where our other pit stops will be, we will let you all know. At the moment you can book for July and Dec 2010 dates only.

MARCH & APRIL 2010 - For the months of March and April Designers Marketplace will be changing its format slightly and entering into the world of 'pop-up shop'. We will be moving into (big) empty property space within Middlesbrough town centre, and our work on the promotion and support of regional creative businesses and the retailing of products will continue. Not only will the space be used for retail, but a series of weekly creative events are set to take place inside empty property making it an active, stimulating and exciting hub throughout the whole duration of our stay.

As a market vendor you will still be able to 'rent' your space for various periods of time in a mixed number of ways. The finishing touches are still being made to the proposal and the following details will be getting released early January:

• How to make your space reservation
• Location of empty unit
• What creative events and exciting happenings will be taking place inside the empty unit
• How you can get involved with the project on a number of different levels, learn new skills and also help promote your own creative business through the project.

MAY/JUNE TIME - TBC
SATURDAY 31ST JULY 2010 - Middlesbrough Town Hall, Crypt. 11am - 4pm. Free entry.
SEPT/OCT TIME 2010 - TBC
SUNDAY 5TH DECEMBER 2010 - Middlesbrough Town Hall, Main Hall. 11am - 4pm. Free entry.

Only bookings for July and December dates can currently be made.

Gearing up for our BIGGEST event yet!

Okay! SO! The next market is taking place in less than two weeks time on Sunday 29th November at Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt. Opening at 11am - 4pm with free entry. But you already knew that right!??

On sale are contemporary and innovative works from both emerging and established artists and designers in all of our usual categories:

FASHION . ACCESSORIES . ART . PRINTS . ILLUSTRATION . PHOTOGRAPHY . JEWELLERY . GRAPHICS . CERAMICS . TEXTILES . FURNITURE . INTERIOR PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES .

The next event is our biggest yet with 47 stalls, 10 more than we've ever had before. And this months market will be playing host to some BIG names and a handful of international design award winners who are popping their Designers Marketplace cherries for the first time!...

V I C K Y T R A I N O R

Has been working within the greetings and lifestyle art industries for over 12 years, supplying and designing for stores such as John Lewis, Liberty, Marks & Spencer, Heals and lifestyle stores. Vicky's independent wedding stationary business is just about to featured in Wedding Magazine as one of the top ten wedding stationers in the UK.

"I am extremely excited about exhibiting at The Designers Market Place in November with a commitment to supporting and attending the events through to 2010 and beyond. I am aiming to use this forum to showcase new designs and products related to the gift and interior market before they are launched on the web site & my (developing) online ‘paper store’".

H O L L Y F L A N A G A N

Graduated this year from Cleveland College of Art and Design, with a background in printed and embroidered textiles. Since graduating Holly has won international awards such as Textprint 09, providing her the opportunity to exhibit and sell designs at the international fashion trade show Indigo in Paris. Holly now works on a freelance basis for the brands Victorias Secrets and Hugo Boss, as well as producing one off pieces for Samantha Shaw in London and fashion designer Avshalom Gur.
Holly's personal brand is a collection of bespoke statement jewellery pieces, one off hand printed scarves and exclusive prints and embroideries. Holly can personalise commisioned pieces creating the perfect colour, fabric and style whether it is an elegant piece for your wedding, or a bold party statement.

"I believe that the highly renowned Designers Marketplace is a great platform to build contacts, buyers and expand, develop and promote my brand".

C L A I R E A B A K E R

Claire A Baker is a local textile designer and maker who works from her studio in Stockton-on-Tees. She exhibits regularly both nationally and internationally. Claire, a member of Designed and Made in Newcastle, recently showcased her most recent product at 'Design Event' at the Baltic in October; a beautiful bag made from vintage French fabrics which incorporates a plethora of accessories including jewellery pieces.
Some of Claire’s work has been selected by the World Crafts Council for the European Prize for Applied Arts and will be included in an exhibition in Mons, Belgium at the end of November 2009. Claire is currently setting up her own label, ‘Line Dry’ which is a nostalgic collection of textile accessories for fashion and the home. At the next Designers Marketplace Claire will be market testing a number of her new products and would welcome comments and opinions of her work.

"I particularly enjoy the Designers Marketplace as it is a hive of activity and an all round social experience, the atmosphere is wonderful and it is an excellent event for meeting other designers together with regular and new clients. It is a world away from the traditional craft fair and shows high quality work from the designers of our region".

R A C H A E L T A Y L O R

Originally from the Wirral, Merseyside, Rachael graduated from the University of Leeds in 2005, with a BA (Hons) in Textile & Fashion Design. Awarded 1st prize in the Janome creative competition 2006, for a layered paper skirt design, Rachael specializes in surface pattern design, developing a signature style of layering & textures. Having designed for one of the UK's leading greetings card brands for two years, Rachael has now started to focus on her own label with clients in the UK & USA. From design studios to private buyers in the art, ceramics, interior, fashion, greetings & marketing industries. Rachael has also recently had her work published in the current design book 'Patterns' by Drusilla Cole. Four pieces of her work have also been selected for the forthcoming 'Print & Pattern' book which will be out in 2010.

"Attending the Designers Marketplace provides me with direct customer feedback which is great for the development of the label. The day is always very enjoyable as you get to meet and interact with some interesting people".

Networking Opportunities

Designers Marketplace not only presents you with wares to buy directly from some of the regions most talented artists and designers, it also becomes the regions largest networking event for the day.

Here's a chance whether you're a stall holder or not, to promote your business and work via the medium of our networking board. An area to leave your business cards, pr material, job offers, job seeker requests and any other information you hope to swap with others within the creative industries.

The event attracts anywhere between 250-900 visitors throughout the day so you stand quite a good chance of making some valuable connections!

Next event: Sunday 29th November. Free entry. 11am - 4pm

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

CHRISTMAS DESIGNERS MARKETPLACE

Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt

Sunday 29th November 11am - 4pm, free entry

47 Stalls selling some of the regions best creative talent.

We have the mulled wine and Christmas music at the ready!

A great time to come and buy all those extra special Christmas gifts!

Expect to see products on sale by Design Mob, Sisters Wardrobe, Rachael Taylor Designs, Punky Pins, Love Little, Folly Works, Dolls and Molls, Jailhouse Frock and many many more!

Designers Marketplace Hit Leeds!

Designers Marketplace had its first time visit to Leeds at the beginning of this month on the 3rd October. Along with it we saw some fabulous new brands and work on display with names like Anna Hunt, Ella Kirk, Punky Pins, Rachael Taylor and many more. I would just like to thank all that made it along to the market and we hope to see you at the next event on Sunday 29th November at Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt......we have the mulled wine and Christmas music at the ready!

A miniature Designers Marketplace sale...Weds 23rd Sept 6-9pm

The Studios at Forbes Building is opening itself for the first time to new occupants who work within the creative industries. Here is an opportunity to move into a studio workspace environment alongside other creative people whether your forte be fashion, art, sculpture, graphics or music, the list goes on. As an introduction to the this fabulous victorian building an open evening has been organised for the evening of:

♦ ♦ ♦ WEDNESDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER. 6-9pm ♦ ♦ ♦

♦ ♦ DESIGNERS MARKETPLACE WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE FOR THE EVENING HOSTING STALLS FROM A SMALL NUMBER OF OUR REGULAR ARTSIST AND DESIGNERS ♦ ♦

Representing some of its most loyal artsist and designers by selling high end quality designer maker products and artwork.

IF YOU ARE A CURRENT STALL HOLDER AT THE DESIGNERS MARKETPLACE AND ARE INTERESTED IN RESERVING A STALL SPACE FREE OF CHARGE FOR THE EVENING please email: reservations@designersmarketplace.org.uk.

Please remember its first come first served as stall spaces are limited


There will also be exhibitions by:

♦ Textile artist Vicki Graham - 'A walk in the park'
♦ Photography by Steven Philip Brown
♦ A screening of 'Migration(Tonal); Excerpt by local video artist Richard A Lehman
♦ Rachel Powell representing and recruiting for Fashion Network North East

Refreshments on all evening ♦ Members of the Middlesbrough Council, the owner of Forbes building and creative consultant for the Forbes project will be at hand to answer any further questions on the development of the building and queries on renting studio space.

Location: Forbes Building, 309-321 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough

Designers Marketplace Pop-Up Shop

Since November last year the Designers Marketplace has moved on and developed faster than we could have imagined. With a following of over 80 super talented artists and designers some travelling as far from London, Edinburgh, Derbyshire and Cumbria just to attend. Plans are now underway to expand the opportunities provided to the loyal followers of the market.

Designers Marketplace is planning a move into retail under the new scheme and concept of 'pop-up shop'. In addition to the markets which currently run on a quarterly basis, the more permanent space will be within Middlesbrough town centre and sell works by artists and designers from around the region. Products on sale will be exclusive to non-commercial designer maker products and artwork.
The shop will also be used as a gallery space with rotational exhibitions on a regular basis, again representing local artsists, illustrators and photographers. Developments will be underway before the end of the year.

If you are interested in selling work through the new static format of the market, please email: Helen Stevens at info@designersmarketplace.org.uk

This months news...

This coming month there seems to be quite a few developments worth mentioning to those who are becoming loyal die-hard followers of the market. Firstly lets not forget to mention where and when the next Designers Marketplace is taking place...

Saturday 3rd October . The Loft, Leeds
Opening: 10.30am to trade and press, 11am - 4.30pm to the public. £2 entry.

October's market is set to introduce yet another set of exciting designers from far and wide, as well as bringing along some of our loyal artists and designers. Over 30 stalls, expect to see works by...

PUNKY PINS // KITSCHEN SINK // RACHAEL TAYLOR DESIGNS //
KNIT & DESTROY // BOREAL // ART FANS // SARAH WESTWOOD //

KITTY & DUDE // FINEST IMAGERY.

Reservations are now being taken.

For more information go to: www.designersmarketplace.org.uk

or email: reservations@designersmarketplace.org.uk.

Future dates for this year: Sunday 27th November at Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt.

A bite of what to expect...

Just incase you haven't made it down to one of the markets yet and are wondering what its all about, here are some shots from last months market which was held in Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt. Remember our next stop is The Loft in Leeds just behind the Corn Exchange, on Saturday 3rd October opening at 11am. Showcasing a fresh bunch of talent along with some of our old die hard almost 'resident' stall holders!

Thankyou...

to all those who made it down to the Middlesbrough market yesterday. A fun day was had by all it seems...lots of sales, positive feedback and 600 happy customers.

The Loft in Leeds is our next port of call on Saturday 3rd October 11am-4.30pm £2 entry...get yourselves along to see a fresh bunch of talent and fabulous products to indulge in.

Remember bookings for all events have been getting taken since the beginning of the year so if you are interested in having a stall go to www.designersmarketplace.org.uk to make your reservation.

Line up for Saturday 27th June...don't forget to make it down!

Good afternoon blog followers!

Just a wee small reminder about the market this Saturday being held at Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt. Opening at 11am until 4.30pm, with free entry!

The first 100 guests will receive a free copy of the latest issue of NUDE Magazine so get yourselves down early.

This month you will be seeing the best line up of talent yet, 40 different artists and designers coming from as far afield as Glasgow, London and Derbyshire, giving you the chance to buy high end design products minus the gallery and boutique mark ups.

Print designer ELLA DORAN, couture collections from CCAD FASHION ENTERPRISE, SUZANNE PORTER and SISTERS WARDROBE, screen printed textile accessories all the way from Glasgow by SHOWPONY, graphic illustration from local designer ASHLEY FAUGUEL, hand printed ceramics fashion accessories by local collective DESIGN MOB, mens wallets by BOREAL, art prints by IAIN CLARK, contemporary canvas artwork by AUDREY NEWHOUSE and many more....

Fashion Fil will be spinning his uber cool record collection throughout the day, the bar will also be open for non-alcoholic refreshments and there will be some tasty cakes to be tried.

If you are wanting to attend as trade from 10.30am please RSVP to info@designersmarketplace.org.uk by Thursday 25th to receive your free goody bag .

Hope to see you all there!

Bookings now being taken for June, October & November events

Just a big thank you to everyone who made it down to the Newcastle event, come wind and rain!

The market is now taking reservations for the following events until the end of the year, if you are interested in reserving a stall please email reservations@designersmarketplace.org.uk or go to www.designersmarketplace.org.uk for further information.

Saturday 27th June - Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt

Saturday 3rd October - The Loft, Leeds

Sunday 29th November - Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt

June's line up is looking exceptionally tasty with designers like:
Ella Doran

Knit & Destroy

Design Mob

Roc & Doll

Dolls & Molls

Kitty & Dude

Boreal and many more........

NUDE Magazine will once again be in attendance promoting their uber cool publication and selling editions off for as little as £1! So get down early for your copy.

Hope to see you all there! Remember to also join the facebook group and invite yourselves: http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=52653224552

Hope that you're not forgetting...

...Designers Marketplace is hitting Newcastle with a bang this coming Saturday, even the local rags are getting excited for the up coming event and covering it a pleanty. Amongst the 34 varied artists and designers selling their wonderful products you will also find:

• NUDE Magazine selling off copies of their publication for as little as £1 so get down early!
• 3rd year Textiles & Surface Design students from Cleveland College of Art & Design selling off portfolio artwork
• Fashion from first time exhibitor ROC & DOLL and also Sisters Wardrobe
• Limited edition art and mens apparel from Boreal
• Richie Cougar with his new range of 'eco and salvged' art.

Be sure not to miss! Northumbria Students Union, doors open at 11am until 4.30pm and its free entry.

Event coverage in national glossies!

Over the next couple of weeks you will start to Designers Marketplace stamping its mark in these national treasures so keep your eyes peeled and the word spreading.

NUDE MAGAZINE at forthcoming event!

Very happy AND excited to announce that Nude Magazine has taken a stand at the next Designers Marketplace on Saturday 28th March in Newcastle - Northumbria Students Union.

If you are not already aware of their maverick/leftfield/indie/TASTY? publication then its about time you checked them out www.nudemagazine.co.uk

Their presence may offer networking opportunities to artists, designers, musicians and shoppers alike!

March date booked!

The next Designers Marketplace will be taking place on:

Saturday 28th March at Venue @ Northumbria Students Union, Newcastle.
Doors open at 10.30am to trade and press and 11am until 4.30pm to the public.

Free entry as always...remember children under 14 have to be accompanied by an adult and there are no card payment facilities for bought purchases.

2009 Dates and venues!

Hi All!
I have been receiving lots of emails asking when and where the next markets will be. I'm currently in the process of getting dates booked up until the end of summer, and should have these confirmed within in the next week or so. If you are on the mailing list you will informed as soon as the bookings have been confirmed...if not then just keep clocking in to the blog.
See you all very soon!

A GIANT THANK YOU!!

...to everyone who turned up for the event last Saturday, we had an amazing amount of visitors to the market, that being just under 900. Much fun had by all! Be sure not to miss the second date on Thursday 11th December, opening at 4.30pm until 9.00pm for a LATE EVENING CHRISTMAS SPECIAL. A great time to buy Christmas treats and eat lots of mince pies!

Please also join the online groups:
www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=52653224552
www.myspace.com/designersmarketplace

Here’s a sneak preview of what to expect: