A FRESH take on the traditional market is arriving in Mount Eliza this November, offering the chance to explore handmade goods, connect with the community, and discover unique creations at affordable prices.
Hosted by The Village Church in partnership with local creative collective Ninch Nabs, the one-day artisan market on Saturday 8 November will showcase a curated range of handmade products from local makers including ceramics, jewellery, candles, textiles, and art prints.
But this market is about more than just shopping. The focus is on the often-overlooked pieces: seconds, samples, discontinued lines and one-off designs – items that are still made with care but don’t always make it to store shelves.
The event celebrates these “perfectly imperfect” creations in a welcoming, community atmosphere.
“Handmade doesn’t have to mean expensive,” Georgia Symmons, co-founder of Ninch Nabs, said.
“So many makers have beautiful pieces sitting in their studios – still made with care, still full of value. Ninch Nabs gives those pieces a second life and brings people together around creativity and community.”
Visitors can browse the stalls while enjoying live music, freshly brewed coffee, and egg and bacon rolls in the tree-lined grounds of The Village Church.
Reverend Cameron McAdam said the market aligned with the church’s mission of community and generosity. “We’re proud to be partnering with Ninch Nabs. It’s generous, creative and community-focused; exactly the kind of event we love being part of.”
The event runs from 8am to 2pm on 8 November at The Village Church, 93 Canadian Bay Rd, Mount Eliza. Entry is free.
First published in the Mornington News – 14 October 2025
