27/07/2026
My first Salamanca Market... what a day!
After weeks of making jewellery, figuring out my stall setup, trying to make enough stock and changing my display more times than I care to admit, market day finally arrived.
Cue the sleepless night before, the early start, and somehow talking more in one day than I had the entire week beforehand. By the end of the day my cheeks were sore from smiling, and when I got home I realised I'd been walking around with raccoon eyes for who knows how long (thank you 'natural' mascara). 😂
But more than anything, Saturday reminded me of a few things.
How incredibly blessed I am to have such an amazing family and to be surrounded by a village of beautiful people who have cheered me on, helped me prepare and celebrated every little win alongside me. You know who you are 😉🥰
And just how special the market community is.
A BIG thank you to 's Cottage for your kindness and generosity. Your help made my very first Salamanca market feel so much less overwhelming.
Working alone in the studio can sometimes be a little like sending things out into the world and hearing nothing back. You post on social media, make your work quietly, and hope it connects with someone.
Then you spend a day at the market, meeting people who truly get what you're trying to create. They notice the tiny details, share stories about places they recognise, and get genuinely excited about jewellery inspired by Tasmania's wild places.
And honestly... that's the best feeling in the world!!
To everyone who stopped by, chatted, tried pieces on or took a little piece of Tasmania home with them—thank you.
I came home exhausted, incredibly grateful, and full of hope. I can't wait to do it all again. 🌿
