magpie

2011-07-17T10:32:00.000+01:00

It's not just for girls!

2011-07-14T12:35:00.000+01:00

Easyosy

Oddities Clothing

Twiggd

PegEggLeg

Granny Green's Big Day Out

2011-07-13T10:19:00.001+01:00

Granny Greens will be setting up a wee crafting corner on Sunday, drop in and learn some new skills, make something and have a natter, I hear they may even share their sweets!

They will be teaching the basics of different crafts, including knitting, crochet and cross-stitch and will also be surrounded by examples of the fabulous things they make. Bring along your own project, something you're stuck with, or come completely unprepared and take home a little kit to get you started.

Granny Greens is a fabulous group who meet weekly at Fredericks Coffee House, Edinburgh to craft, plus they hold monthly workshops, book groups, film groups, tastings and talks!

Magpie Spring Fair

2011-07-12T16:16:00.000+01:00

Whoops! It seems we forgot to update after the last fair. Here are a few pictures from 8th May and of the spectacular surroundings of The Hub, some of the stalls and the fabulous Magpie cupcakes! All taken by Anneleen Lindsay.

Magpie wants YOU!

2011-06-15T10:18:00.000+01:00

We're looking for some more stall holders for July's Summer extravaganza!

Makers of hand crafted textiles, homewares and vintage sellers.....We want you!!

We're pretty full up with jewellery and illustration but if you've got something special we might make an exception :)

If you're interested all the details are over there ----->

Get in touch!

Silverhub Studios

2011-05-18T12:13:00.000+01:00

My friend (and, I might add amazing jeweller) Lisa Arnott has just opened Silverhub Studios, a new resource for aspiring and established jewellery designers in Edinburgh. Based on Leith Walk there are 10 permanent benches and 6 open access benches available to rent plus a whole host of equipment available to use including pegs, saws, files, pliers, doming punches and blocks, hammers, tumbler, barrel polisher, ultrasound cleaner, rolling mill, pillar drill, pendant drill, enamelling kiln and more.....PLUS books and magazines for reference. I love the ethos of the open plan skill sharing and this would be such an amazing place to work in....

It's such a beautiful, central, amazing space and I'm so proud of Lisa for realising her dream - so jewellers - go forth and occupy!

Say hello to.....

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Steph Marsden of Magpie Design Industries and Craft House Concept!

Steph works mainly in wood to create stunning furniture and design-led accessories. Her 'Magpie' range uses salvaged and scrap materials, recycled plastics, locally sourced Scottish hardwoods and FSC certified products.

In 2010 Steph set up Craft House Concept, where she sources and sells fabulous hand crafted homewares.

Steph will be joining us on 8th May (this Sunday) with select products from Magpie Design Industries and Craft House Concept. She will also be passing on some of her crafty knowledge and running a drop in marquetry workshop from her stall. You can make your very own 'barcode' coaster for just £5.00. Just drop by Steph's stall on Sunday to take part!

Are you an early bird?

2011-05-04T09:59:00.000+01:00

The Magpie ladies have lined up a few treats for all of you early birds...

We have some fabulous goody bags with some little treats from our stall holders for the first people through the door.

PLUS....the bit we're most excited about....we will be joined by The Horndog Brass Band (a favourite of Sir Sean Connery don't you know) who will provide a rather fabulous funky introduction to Magpie! Unfortunately they're busy dogs, so if you snooze you lose as they can only be with us for a while.

For all you night owls and slow coaches don't fear as there's still plenty to do later in the day. We'll save you some cake in the 'pop-up' cafe, there will still be some fabulous tunes playing whilst you shop and there will be lots of hand made and vintage treats for you to snap up!

Say hello to.....

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Hole in my Pocket

is the creative brainchild of Mr Allistair J Burt

Mr. Burt is an architect/ artist based in Glasgow who has worked under the banner of Hole in my Pocket on a range of different projects over the past few years, from short films for Channel 4, to building a Victorian Storytelling Machine for the new Museum in Shetland, to trying to solve the MP’s Expenses fiasco through creative means to forming their own religion at The Arches last year.

Our favourites are his intricately hand painted Russian dolls - currently we love the sailors, but (not so) secretly want them all - Adam & Eve, a brass band, dragons.... But there will also be cards, prints and art books for your pleasure!

2011-04-30T10:57:00.000+01:00

May's Magpie Market has a little something for everyone. Lots of things for the discerning child in your life....

A Magpie favourite Carmenland, will be joining her fellow Craft Reactor members with her monsters, books & t-shirts.

Pretty dresses from Out of the Blue kidswear

Little Bad Idea makes fun jackets for the under 5's. Each one is themed, this is the Shark (my favourite!) and they have movable patches and shark teeth hood! There's also t-shirts, bags and more!

Wedding Fever

2011-04-29T10:56:00.000+01:00

So, THE wedding of the year is happening today, get into the spirit with cupcakes, tea for two and not forgetting The Crown Jewels! Of course, all of the following will be able to be found at Magpie Market next Sunday!

Cupcake brooch by Suzy Loves. Vintage tea set by Love Me Again. Reworked vintage jewellery by Lindsey McDowall

Say hello to.....

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Nameless Wonders!

Nameless Wonders is the brainchild of Karen MacDonald, a Glasgow based artist. She creates fantastic limited edition, hand sewn creatures, from pigeons and highland coos to slightly more bizarre monsters!

Visit her website for more information.

Visit Magpie Market at The Hub on May 8th to marvel at and take home one of these fabulous creations!

May 8th

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Vendors have now been selected for May's Magpie Market and we'll be introducing them to you over the coming weeks. In the mean time we're working on some other little treats and things to make this Magpie the best yet! Feel free to share the poster above with your networks, print it out, share it and spread the word!

2011-03-04T12:34:00.000Z

I've just added the Magpie Application form to the blog in the form of it's own page over there ----->

I think it makes the whole application process a lot easier and more transparent. Be sure to read the terms and conditions, which are also over there --->

Not long left until the closing date for Mays market, so get applying!

Magpie Market 2011

2011-02-12T13:12:00.000Z

Whoop! Well, we're very pleased to announce our new venue for 2011 - The Hub! We're very excited, we'll be there every couple of months, with our first dates being...

Sunday 8th May
Sunday 17th July

We'd love you to set up shop with us for the day and with more space to fill we're after more stall holders, so, if you're an artist, designer, crafter or vintage seller (or anything else we might not have thought of that you think might work) and would like a stall, please get in touch - email us magpiemarket(at)gmail.com to request an application pack! Please email even if you've exhibited with us before as we're trying to refine our seller database and don't want to miss anybody out!

Hello!

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We're still alive! And we are working away on future events. Sign up to the mailing list ------> to hear about upcoming opportunities and events!

Magpie Market December....pt 1

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This Sunday.....

Joanne MacFayden

Love Me Again

Rosita Handmade

Susie Maroon

A Wooden Tree

2010-12-09T12:15:00.000Z

Magpie Market is still very much planning to go ahead this Sunday despite the cold, snow & awful travelling conditions of late. We're really hoping that the weather continues to 'warm' up and that we'll be able to welcome all of our stall holders from across Edinburgh.

A little bit of vintage....

2010-11-12T12:22:00.000Z

Vertiline in Love will bring a mixture of vintage pieces and a selection of fabulous vintage style, reworked accessories from a variety of designers.

Love Me Again has everything from vintage nightwear, babycham glasses and knitting patterns to old school satchels, teasets and vintage dressing table sets...and everything in-between. You're sure to find some treasures!

Excuses, excuses!

2010-11-12T12:02:00.000Z

Well, apologies for the lack of sneak peeks and meet the maker posts....I got struck down with the Dreaded Cold (which is thankfully almost away in time for the weekend) which left me barely able to move let alone think up questions to email to our exhibitors!

SO. Instead you will just get a barrage of sneak peek images over the next couple of days! Starting NOW!

Alexandra Fiddes, part of the Such & Such collective makes stunning silver jewellery...I am coveting her twig ring .....hint hint Santa Claus!

Little Sister Lucy creates sumptuous, hand-dyed, hand made lingerie and sleepwear from gorgeous silks and Liberty print fabrics.

Caroline Clougley, another memeber of Such & Such makes beautifully dark & sinister jewellery....

Charlotte Hannett, the third member of Such & Such with yet more fabulous jewellery.

Opportunity!

2010-11-12T11:13:00.000Z

We have a little opportunity for a cheerful, friendly, approachable somebody that doesn't mind the wind and possible rain...We're looking for a flyerer or two for this Sunday and also Sunday 12th December for the next Magpie. It's a paid opportunity, and we will also provide tea!

We'll need you from 11.30 - 4.30 or thereabouts.

Get in touch magpiemarket(at)gmail(dot)com.

Meet the Makers

2010-11-09T09:32:00.000Z

Louise Smurthwaite

A favourite of mine, cute repeat prints, innovative use of building blocks & knitted facial hair. I'm not sure you could want much more?

I heart dot dot dot

The lovely Iona makes a variety of things from cross-stitched cards with oh-so-sweet sayings, to headscarves, knitted treats & zines! Lots to look at & lots to buy!

Meet the Maker

2010-11-06T12:21:00.001Z

Whooops! Long time no blog, bad me!

Next week will be the start of a little series 'Meet the Makers' where you can find out a bit more about some of the designers, makers and sellers appearing at the upcoming Magpie Markets.

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Penny Forbes, Rosita Handmade & Lost in the Forest with some textiley goodness. There will also be fabulous handmade clothing from 'if my name was....' whose pictures I can't seem to find - but trust me....beautiful dresses, headbands and more!

2010-10-04T09:16:00.000+01:00

Returning to Magpie Market are Nekocherry, Plastic Bat and Mina Braun, so if you were kicking yourself for missing that amazing thing fear not as you've been given a second chance!

October sneak peek pt. 1

2010-10-01T20:39:00.001+01:00

There's been an overwhelming response to our call for vendors for the A/W season of Magpie. We're just really sorry that we can't accommodate everybody's fabulous things – we're trying to squeeze as much as we can into our mini-markets!

First up....October 10^th just over a week away...

Here's a little sneek peak at the vendors...

Suzy Loves, Wildcat Designs, Cissyface Vintage....plus loads more...!

As always, it's free entry with free goody bags for the early birds!

Magpie Market winter season

2010-09-29T21:10:00.000+01:00

The nights are drawing in and there's a definite chill in the air....we're busy preparing for the next few months Magpie Market. Expect some fabulous handmade & indie sellers.

Please distribute the flyer on your blog, twitter, facebook and wherever else you feel like putting it :)

Vendors for October will be previewed in the next few days...

Upcoming workshops at The Spider and The Fly

2010-09-17T09:05:00.000+01:00

Upcoming Workshops at The Spider and The Fly. We provide all materials, expert tuition &; some lovely refreshments!

Cardi-hole Surgery & Jean-etic engineering

Is your favourite cardigan tired and worn out? Give it a new lease of life with some cardi-hole surgery...

Not so much Make do and Mend but Mend and Make Fabulous!

Week 1: Fix & darn holes, make some fancy patches and generally transform your cardi back into one piece!

Week 2: Make that cardi beautiful again! Choose some fabulous buttons, embroider on some patterns and make your other cardigans jealous!

Week 3: Jean-etic Engineering: Patch up and fix your holey jeans in a rather beautiful way.

You will be provided with expert tuition from Ellen Munro and learn the skills you need to patch, darn, embroider, sew amongst other techniques.

You will also be provided with tea & biscuits!

£15 per session or £40 for all 3. Booking essential as places are very limited! Please email
thespiderandtheflyedinburgh@gmail.com or visit The Spider and The Fly at 65 Bread Street. EH3 9AH

Meet and Make Badge-Making Workshop

Join Nikki McWilliams for a drop-in badge making session: bring along your own art, photos or doodles, or use my collection of collage materials to create your own badge collection. 6.30pm - 9.00pm 5th Octiober.

Free to attend. Small cost per badge.

DIY Drop-in - On the last Tuesday of every month join us for tea and cake, crafting and chatting. Bring along your own project, or buy one of ours! Bring friends, make friends, craft and chat. Share your crafting dilemmas and see if you can find a solution! From 2pm - 6pm.

Free! No Need to book!

Magpie Market....update!

2010-09-16T20:04:00.000+01:00

There will be a review post of Septembers Magpie in the next few days, but just now I thought I'd give you a little update on the rest of the year....

Due to overwhelming demand applications for October are now closed. Applications for all future markets will close on 19th September, which gives you a few days to get an application in if you've been hanging on....

We're currently trying to see if we can squeeze more people in for the markets leading up to Christmas as there really has been such a high quality of applicants we really don't want to have to make some tough decisions!

We hope to notify everybody of the decision by 20th September!

Thanks for your patience! x

Conversation Pieces & Tea Cakes

2010-09-16T09:01:00.000+01:00

(image from Nikki McWilliams)

Nikki McWilliams exhibition opening was on Tuesday evening. Lots of lovely people turned up, wine was drunk, amazing house/tunnocks themed biscuits were eaten (I have no pictures of these....) and drawings were purchased. There is now only two out of the four amazing original drawings left for sale, so I'd advise getting down to the Spider and The Fly early if you think you might like to buy one!

In celebration of the exhibition, all things Scottish and Conversation Pieces blog birthday The Spider and The Fly is taking part in a give-away over at the Conversation Pieces blog. You can win one of Nikkis Tunnocks cushions! All you need to do is say why you need it in your life in the comments over here

Illustrators.....

2010-09-11T08:17:00.000+01:00

We will have a giant stall full of fabulous prints and works by some great Edinburgh based illustrators. I'm enjoying calling the stall Neko Cherry & friends....

Neko Cherry

Mina Braun

Olly Paterson

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Not long to go now....Sunday at 12pm....come and see....

Glittery Sah

Jolly Good Studio

Carmenland

Sneak peek....pt 3

2010-09-09T08:35:00.000+01:00

Such and Such are.....

Alexandra Fiddes

Caroline Cloughley

Charlotte Hannett

Caroline, Alex and Charlie are all makers of contemporary jewellery. Their work (lucky for us!) compliments each others due to the theme of nature running throughout. Caroline uses real butterfly wings and unnerving "little people" to create jewellery with a rich internal narrative that stems from her fear of the much adored insects. Alex's bud-like structures are hand forged oxidised and raised then mixed with dyed felt and thread, forming organic pieces which seem to have been grown in an underwater garden! Charlie's jewellery is inspired by her home town of Islay. In her evocative pieces you will find pearly moons, silver waves and boxing hares.

Sneak peek....pt 2

2010-09-07T20:18:00.000+01:00

Rosita Handmade

PegEggLeg (Penny Forbes)

Sneak peek....pt 1

2010-09-07T09:28:00.000+01:00

We have some fabulous vendors lined up for this Sundays Magpie Market.....

Plastic Bat - kitsch jewellery & accessories

The Jazz Emporium - an curated collection of vintage, retro and re-worked clothing & accessories.

Foiled

2010-09-03T18:03:00.001+01:00

In homage to the humble Teacake, Nikki McWilliams presents a collection of drawings and sculpture in tribute to the humble tea-time treat, a family business and scottish culture.

Opening night 7th September 6.30 - 8.30pm....you coming?

Magpie vendor lists will be revealed shortly....there's only just over a week to go! If you want to help spread the word we could do with some help flyering both before the event and on the day. We pay in tea, coffee and cake. Drop us a line if you want to help out, or pop into The Spider and The Fly!

Apologies and Opportunities....

2010-08-23T22:31:00.000+01:00

So, you may have noticed there's been a slight delay in notifying applicants about the next Magpie Market? Time issues, difficult decisions and now computer issues have all played a part. We have now whittled it down to a fine selection of vendors....who will all be notified when I can access the correct files. I really hope it's just a glitch and that it will all be fine tomorrow (fingers crossed). The wait will be worth it I promise!

Anyway...on to the opportunities...

We're going to give away some early bird goody bags to the first 50 shoppers through the door.

We would love you to contribute a little something - a badge, tutorial, zine. Something fun, something that shows people who you are and what you do....something a little more exciting than your business card! You can contribute any amount of things from 1-50.

If you'd like to contribute email magpiemarket@gmail.com for more information! All submissions should be received by 8th September.

We will also be running a bunting (and other things that hang) making workshop on Tuesday 7th September from 6.30....Come down to The Spider and The Fly and help us create some fabulous bunting (and other things). We'll provide the tea and biscuits just drop by!

Magpie Market returns....

2010-08-06T21:18:00.001+01:00

Magpie Market is returning to The LOT in the heart of the Grassmarket, Edinburgh for a series of monthly markets. These will be held on the second Sunday of September, October, November and December. We're looking for the very best, freshest, newest, most interesting designers, makers, vintage sellers and artists to come together and set up shop at the Magpie monthly markets.

Magpie Market will run alongside Sunday Brunch at The LOT, which will see fabulous live music and brunch served in the café.

What does it cost?

Single space - £20.00

Shared space - £30.00

How do I apply?

Please email (magpiemarket(at)gmail(dot)com) with......

Your Name:

Business Name:

Contact number & email:

A little bit of information about your business:

Dates which you're applying for:

September 12th, October 10th, November 14th, December 12^th?

Plus 3 good quality pictures, or a link to somewhere we can see your work online.

The application process

Fill out the application and return it to us (magpiemarket@gmail.com) with 3 high quality images of your work. These images are what we will use to choose stall holders and may be used in our promotion, so please ensure they are fabulous!
The closing date for applications for September is 15th August – if you wish to be considered please return it to us by this date.

All applications will be reviewed and a final list of vendors will be selected. We want to create a fabulous shopping experience, so will be carefully choosing stallholders in order to provide a great range of handmade products for shoppers. All applicants will be notified of our decision by 22nd August. Sorry, but due to the venue license we're unable to accept food.

The Spider and The Fly is open!

2010-07-29T20:59:00.000+01:00

Well, I probably should have updated by now to say that The Spider and The Fly is now open!! Hooray!

65 Bread Street. Edinburgh. EH3 5LP

Come down and see (and buy!) some fabulous hand made jewellery, gifts, clothing and accessories from some amazing designers. You can also see the excellent Cut-Click mail art exhibition, which lots of you contributed to (thanks!)

Sneak peek....

2010-07-17T08:27:00.000+01:00

Another quick sneak peak of some of the designers who have kindly agreed to let us sell their wares...

It's pretty hard to believe that we open in 7 days!! Hopefully you will make it down to see these lovely things in person. You'll find it hard not to buy something to take home with you!

Our workshop programme will be announced and bookable very soon on the website http://thespiderandthefly.co.uk so keep a crafty eye out!

hip hip....

2010-07-11T19:15:00.002+01:00

keep an eye on the blog, but also on our new website www.thespiderandthefly.co.uk for updates and information about upcoming workshops, designers, exhibitions and everything else!

Come into my parlour said the spider to the fly....

2010-07-01T07:45:00.000+01:00

Well, what a busy couple of weeks! Time seems to have flown by so quickly....whoooosh.

I was going to tell you all about Blood Tea and Red String, The ECA degree show, the Etsy Party.....and I will! But first, look look look!

We got keys to the shop. The Spider and The Fly is a real life thing, albeit an empty, dusty shell at the moment! There's lots to do over the next few weeks (I almost typed months then....oh, to have months) but we will be open at the end of July. Mainly because I have promised people that the Cut-Click exhibition will be shown from 24th July - 7th August.....a nice deadline to work towards (don't forget to submit a piece to the exhibition).

In other news I have been working hard on a dedicated website to The Spider and The Fly website, plotting and planning a fabulous workshop and events programme and getting everything in place to make The Spider and the Fly a pretty amazing place!

Heart Handmade

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Lyndie Dourthe

Batteries Not Included

Cheeky Magpie

Give me your heart.....

2010-06-11T09:30:00.000+01:00

knitty.com

Following my earlier post about Blood Tea and Red String Magpie have been asked to contribute to the theming of the event by creating some anatomical hearts to hang from a tree.....I won't go into more detail for fear of revealing some important plot elements....

They can be knitted, stitched, felted or whatever you feel like....

There's now only a week to go until the screening! Eeep! So knit and stitch as fast as you can!!

If you think you can help out please let us know. magpiemarket(at)gmail(dot)com. We can even point you in the direction of some patterns.....

And the winner is.....

2010-06-10T12:30:00.000+01:00

We just loved Gabrielles entries and couldn't decide between these two. Before a fight broke out over cups of tea and scones we decided that both could be used for different applications! So we now have two little mascots, I was thinking of naming them, but maybe Spider and Fly works perfectly anyway? and an amazing logo which I think encapsulates our ethos of sharing ideas and skills with it's speech bubble shape.

They will be appearing soon on our new website!

Check out Gabrielles website http://g-r-a.co.uk to see more of her beautiful work. And obviously come down to the shop when we pop-up to see more!

Logo Designs Part 2...

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Alice Dansey-Wright

Rob Hainsworth

Helen Macdonald

www.jollygoodstudio.co.uk

Logo Designs Part 1...

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Mar Rubio

www.marrubiocoderch.blogspot.com

Dave Fargnoli

Nekocherry

http://www.nekocherry.com

http://nekocherry.blogspot.com

Corinne Mojee

Cat McLaughlin

http://www.wildcat-designs.co.uk/

Jenny Robins

www.jennyrobins.co.uk

Francesca Eastwell

www.mooshpie.co.uk
www.pigeongirl.co.uk

Martin Eldon

Blood Tea and Red String

2010-06-05T12:17:00.000+01:00

Thirteen years in the making, Blood Tea And Red String by filmmaker and artist Christiane Cegavske is essentially a tale of loving that which we cannot have.

A handmade stop-motion fairytale for adults, this dialogue free tale tells of the struggle between the aristocratic white mice and the rustic Creatures Who Dwell Under The Oak over the doll of their hearts desire. A heart rending musical score composed and performed by Mark Growden accompanies this disturbing and wondrous adventure. Presented by curator Bren O’Callaghan.

Ok so this looks AMAZING! Bren contacted me to tell me about this and I jumped straight over to here to book tickets....which even more amazingly are free!

To make it even more magical the gallery space will be themed and offering doll makeovers and free cupcakes and blood tea courtesy of Lizzie's Tea Party

It's turning into a mini-Magpie trip out and we'd love you to come along too! Bren also suggested it would be rather fabulous if you brought some kind of knitting or stitching to do whilst watching. Sounds perfect!

Come and tell us if you're coming on the facebook event page

There's more....

Bren is looking for artists, set designers, graphic designers to contribute to the event check here for details

Cut-Click mail art exhibition

2010-06-03T18:28:00.001+01:00

We're very pleased to announce that we will be hosting the CutClick Mail art exhibition this summer at The Spider and The Fly!

The exhibition consists of mail-themed work including postcards, painted jiffy bags, fold out zines and illustrated envelopes. It's previously been shown at the East Coast School Of Art & Design in N.E Lincolnshire and The Dundee Jamboree. If you want to contribute a piece of mail themed art to the exhibition and help grow Cut Clicks collection which will tour to future venues email magpiemarket(at)gmail(dot)com for details of how to submit.

back to school....

2010-05-31T09:22:00.000+01:00

We're currently organising a programme of workshops and we have lots of exciting things in the pipeline. Obviously, we want you to come to our workshops, learn things, meet people and generally have a good time. So, we want to know what skills you want to learn....or what skills you could teach!

Either leave a comment here or email us magpiemarket@gmail.com to let us know

Competition Time: Design us a logo!

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image from here

There's a lot going on here at Magpie towers, organising The Spider and The Fly our 6 week craft extravaganza, building websites, organising craft parties.....Phew! We're pretty wiped out!

The Spider and the Fly is all about collaboration. So, we want you to design a logo for The Spider and the Fly.

What we want: Something eye catching, fun, that shows what Magpie and The Spider and the Fly is all about (that's handmade, well designed, high quality, quirky...). We have no specific ideas in mind, no colours or sizes to stick to....so go crazy! All it needs to say is 'The Spider and the Fly'

What you get: We'll use your design on our fliers, posters, website, blog and various other places and tell the world that you designed it. As well as that we'll give you space in The Spider and the Fly and not charge you a penny of commission for the 6 week duration!

Entries close: 8th June - so you have 2 weeks....get drawing, cutting and sticking!

Please send entries and any questions to magpiemarket@gmail.com with the subject - Logo Design

Magpie presents....The Spider and the Fly

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Magpie Wants....

Your Work

Are you a Crafty Norman? Creative Betty? Fancy the chances to showcase and sell your work this summer?

Magpie will be creating a fabulous, pop-up gallery space, The Spider and the Fly, filled with your original art work and prints and a quirky boutique stuffed to the brim with handmade treasures from the best indie designers around (that's you!).

We're open to just about anything – clothing, accessories, jewellery, home wares, toys – with a focus on handmade or vintage, well designed, unique and original products, so if you think you fit the bill get in touch for more information!

magpiemarket@gmail.com

Your Skills

The Spider and the Fly is not just about selling your work. We want to provide the chance for you to share, swap and learn new skills and ideas. We will be running a series of workshops and events throughout the summer. If you're interested in hosting a workshop or demonstration (or have a specific request for a skill you'd like to learn) then get in touch with details.

magpiemarket@gmail.com

Upcoming Events

2010-05-07T09:21:00.000+01:00

Whilst Magpie is planning and plotting veryexcitingthingsforthenearfuture, here are a couple of excellent events that you should check out!

The fabulous ladies at Made in the Shade are bringing their off beat shopping event The Springtime Jamboree Eastside! They will be bringing 30 designers to Edinburgh, along with Flora the Tombola, a vintage style photobooth, Piney Gir and more! Next weekend - Saturday 15th May!

3 very talented ladies from Dundee have organised The Big Top Jamboree which is set to be ace! Illustration, design, art, zines, workshops, stalls.....it'll be great!

Magpie will be present at both (hiding behind a lost in the forest persona) so keep an eye out and say hello!!

Magpie Meets

2010-04-22T08:54:00.000+01:00

For quite some time a group of Edinburgh Etsy sellers and lovely creative types have been meeting up in various watering holes around the city, crafting, chatting, sneaking in the occasional (cough cough) beer and generally having a lovely time! We went under the catchy title of 'Edinburgh Etsy Meets' but felt that it was time for a wee change...we're not all Etsy sellers for a start, Kazam! Magpie Meets was born....

So, Magpie Meets....is a group of people who love to make things, who love handmade, who get together regularly to craft, chat, sneak in the occasional (cough cough) beer and generally have a lovely time!

Want to join us? Hooooray! We'd love to see you....we meet weekly at The Auld Hoose, St Leonards Street, Edinburgh on a Monday at 6pm.

We occasionally meet elsewhere on other days (just to mix things up a bit, like) and will keep you updated of such things via the blog, facebook, twitter, google group and wherever else we happen to have signed up for!

* unfortunately there will be no cat pianos present :(

Magpie is evolving.....

2010-04-07T10:09:00.000+01:00

Magpie is growing and evolving and welcomes Cat and Claira officially into the nest....although if we're honest they have been here all along anyway! Hello ladies!

We're hoping to bring you lots of new events very soon! I won't yet go into details, but there will definitely be cake, fabulous handmade stuff and possibly some alcohol thrown in for good measure.....keep an eye on the blog and facebook page for upcoming details!

Blitz! - CANCELLED

2010-02-18T08:14:00.001Z

Magpie is gearing up for a night of vintage glamour, swing dancing and big band tunes at Blitz! next Thursday 25th February at The Electric Circus.

If you think you might like to join us and set up shop for a few hours then give us a shout magpiemarket@gmail.com and we shall send you out some ~~info.~~

EDIT: February's Blitz has unfortunately being cancelled - but, don't fret! Keep March 25th free in your diaries - give us a shout if you fancy a stall, or start saving your pennies to buy some fabulous things :)

A Hard Days Night

2010-02-15T14:11:00.000Z

The next Dolly Mixtures will be on 18th March at The Electric Circus with The Blackbirds! Give us a shout magpiemarket@gmail.com if you fancy a little selling spot!

For more details see the facebook event page!

MITS workshop madness!

2010-01-20T21:07:00.000Z

Have you heard about all the fantastic crafty goings on over at the Made in the Shade Maisonette?? Hop on over to the their blog to hear all about how you can get involved in some fabulous workshops!

http://wearemadeintheshade.blogspot.com

Meet the makers...

2010-01-11T14:32:00.000Z

Suzy Loves - cute, kitsch jewellery & accessories made from laser cut acrylic, sweet prints & vintage finds!

Reworkd Workshop - beautiful,quirky jewellery with a fabulous sense of humour made by Amanda from antique type writer keys & vintage finds.

Both will be at Dolly Mixtures this Thursday!

Dolly Mixtures....

2010-01-10T20:47:00.001Z

Starts this Thursday!

Sellers confirmed for this week are Glitterysahs Prettyness, Reworkd Workshop, Edinburgh Vintage, Vertiline in Love, Global Guru, Suzy Loves, Alibali, and yummy cakes from Demeter Baking, plus a few more suprises and a clothes swishing area!

The stalls will be running from 5-8pm followed by a Madonna tribute act, party tunes & more tea pot cocktails! Go to the Electric Circus website for more details!

Dolly Mixtures

2009-12-17T23:53:00.001Z

We have some exciting possible prospects and collaborations on the horizon for the new year, if you're interested in finding out more, please let us know - email us! magpiemarket@gmail.com

Visit the Facebook Group

2009-12-06T11:04:00.000Z

What are you still doing at home? Get yourself down to Magpie right now!! Click the map for directions :)

Tomorrow tomorrow I love ya tomorrow....

2009-12-05T11:51:00.000Z

We open at 12pm sharp, so get down early for first pick of the fabulous things on offer! Vintage and handmade delights, unique products, a fabulous festive soundtrack, a little bit of winter warmth and not a sour faced shop assistant in sight! - what more could you want? Coffee and cake? Crafting? Christmas trees? We have it all!

vintage style...

2009-12-04T16:23:00.000Z

Jewellery made from old cutlery, a collection of vintage buttons & trinkets, layers of lace, photographs and history

From top: Milomade, lost in the forest, Bread & Circuses

the great outdoors

2009-12-04T09:47:00.000Z

From top: Isobel & Cleo, Vertiline in Love (louloudo) and Wooden Tree

crafty....

2009-12-03T07:54:00.000Z

Grab yourself something warm, and maybe something chocolatey from the Bistro, sit down and join in with some crafting in our little crafting den!

Cat from Wildcat Designs will be showing you how to make fabulous Christmas decorations in drop-in workshops. Learn it, pass it on, show your friends and go crazy....making decorations obviously we do not want to see the men in white coats carting anybody off, OK?

rosy red...

2009-12-02T10:39:00.000Z

Well, the blog seemed a little cold and monochrome, so I thought I'd add a little winter warmth & colour to this mornings picks!

From top: Leah Halliday, Magic Alice, Little Silver Leaf, Lemonart

baby it's cold outside...

2009-12-01T11:03:00.000Z

From top: Milomade, Rosy Naylor, Materialised

Happy St. Andrews Day

2009-11-30T09:48:00.000Z

Blue & white things....maybe a bit of a tenuous link to St. Andrews day...?

From top: Lindsay Grime (who will be the next exhibitor in the Tiny Gallery at the Made in the Shade Maisonette!) Global Guru, Julia Smith Ceramics

Stick 'em up!

2009-11-26T22:57:00.000Z

So, you're probably wondering where all the paper promo stuff for Magpie is....'who knows' would be the answer to that! Flyers & posters ordered, but nowhere to be seen, I'm beginning to worry a little as there is little over a week to go....flyers really are no good if they are floating around the ether rather than in somebodies hand!

So, anyway....here is the poster. If you want the full sized file, just email me and I'll send it to you to print out and plaster around the place! Or, just grab this one and stick it on your blog, facebook, peoples backs or wherever you see fit! Hopefully the real ones will turn up soon...

10.....

2009-11-26T11:54:00.000Z

Top to bottom: Asking for Trouble, GlitterySah, Piece of Cake - all will be at Magpie next Sunday!

covet

2009-11-25T12:26:00.000Z

Head over to The Coveted Mags blog to read a lovely feature on Charlotte Hess who will be appearing at Magpie

Help!

2009-11-24T08:51:00.000Z

With just less than two weeks to go until Magpie descends, it's a little like a scene from the Birds around here - but with less scary birds and more craft...maybe nothing like The Birds at all then - but hey, it's a good picture!

So anyway, there is a point to this post - we're after volunteers to help us out with the set-up and running of Magpie on 6th December. You could be helping us decorate the venue, showing people to their stalls, going on coffee runs, handing out fliers, directing people to the event, supervising Frank the Christmas Tree, helping out in our crafting area and various other things...

What we're after: a fun, friendly and cheerful soul who doesn't mind getting stuck in.

What we can offer: experience, references, a tea, coffee & lunch allowance (depending on length of time helping), a fun (but possibly hectic) day!

We've not set a time limit for volunteers, but we'd love one or two really fabulous people to be with us all day, but if you can only offer an hour or two that's fine aswell! Email us (magpiemarket@googlemail.com) with a little bit of information about yourself and what you might be able to help out with!

Rain rain go away....

2009-11-21T23:21:00.000Z

Lizzy Stewart

So, the weather in the UK is pretty horrible right now, Edinburgh included. Luckily the Magpie team have been holed up inside with warm cups of tea, blankets and a fire unfortunately that's been in conjunction with horrible viruses (you win some, you lose some)

If you do have to venture out, make sure you wrap up in something fabulous, like one of the Dandelion Projects knitted collars, and pin your own little happy cloud, from Wooden Tree somewhere about your person.
All of which will be appearing at Magpie Market in December, so if you want to stay inside for the next two weeks that's fine by us!

Meet the makers...

2009-11-19T15:28:00.000Z

Top L-R Isobel & Cleo, Angharad Mclaren

Bottom L-R Lindsay Grime, Sunlight on closed lids

We are excited and very delighted to announce such an amazing array of talented designers for our first Magpie Market! With everything from cards to ceramics, plush squids to knitted jewellery I think we will have a little something for everyone!

We'll have a closer look at the designers between now and December, but for now, why not lose a couple of hours browsing through the websites below? Be sure to write a wish list and make sure you come along on 6th December!

Sunlight on Closed Lids & Piece of Cake Crochet

The Dandelion Project

Hatform & Global Guru

Materialised

Leah Halliday

SusieMaroon & Wooden Tree

Bread & Circuses

Lizzy Stewart & Lindsay Grime

Vertiline in Love

home sweet home

2009-11-18T20:46:00.000Z

The LOT will be our home on December 6th and we are very much looking forward to moving in!

Housed in a converted church in the heart of the Grassmarket in Edinburgh is the LOT. We are commandeering the whole building, which includes the airy space upstairs (with fabulous ceiling!), balcony and cosy bistro!

So, how do I get there? I hear you ask....

map courtesy of google maps

The LOT is situated at the west end of the Grassmarket, in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. it is around a ten minute walk from the city centre and Waverley Station (exit via Waverley Bridge).

The Grassmarket and surrounding area is well known for it's unique boutique shops, and we are so pleased to be a part of that for the day!

Get Involved

2009-11-17T11:49:00.000Z

Christmas bunting by Kate P Sews

So, you want to get involved with Magpie, but you're too far away/too busy/enter other reason here? (delete as appropriate) Well, do we have the solution for you!?

Why, yes we do!

As part of Magpies festivities, we shall have a little Christmas tree (called Frank) and we want your decorations to adorn the little fellow and your gifts to sit under his branches! These will be sold off throughout the day, with all proceeds going to the Woodland Trust. Think of it as a wee promotional opportunity (attach a business card or label to your decorations and make your wrapping out of flyers and adverts for your business) and a chance to do a good deed for trees everywhere!

Interested? email or leave a comment for details!

Keep an eye out for more opportunities coming soon!

Monday 16th November

2009-11-16T08:00:00.000Z

feather print by littlepaperbird

Well, what a hectic week here at Magpie headquarters! I shant go into the ins and outs of what has happened this week, as I'm sure it's not very interesting to read!

We've had a fantastic response to Magpie, with some excellent applications, lovely messages and lots of support from everyone! Special thanks to our twitter followers or spreading the word!
I was very surprised when I started getting emails from people who had read about us in the Evening News on Saturday night! There have been a few people who contacted me yesterday to say that they wouldn't be able to get their applications in until today, so in the interest of fairness I have extended the deadline until today! However, I won't be sending out any new applications. So, if you requested an application pack and thought you'd missed out please send in your applications quickly!

A full vendor list will be announced on Wednesday!

Funky, Funky...

2009-11-13T19:46:00.000Z

The first Christmas present I remember getting was a New Kids on the Block mix tape from my mum. Why buy one album when you can squeeze their entire back catalogue onto a double tape, and for free if you 'borrow' it from the library? I don't remember how old I was, although it was definitely before my 25th birthday. Anyway, it included all of their Christmas hits. I played it to death. It was special. It was handmade. However...It should not be repeated.

To ensure that we are not invaded by crazy NKOTB fans and have our ears bleed Magpie wants you to suggest some fabulous festive tunes for our winter playlist to accompany us on December 6th.

Leave your suggestions in the comments.....

Friday 13th....

2009-11-13T07:56:00.000Z

secrets never to be told - Deborah Champion

Happy Friday 13th! Hopefully that means nothing more than there being only 2 days left to get your applications in! Have lucky days everybody and if you see Mr. Magpie...don't forget to say hello!

feathering our nest

2009-11-07T13:12:00.001Z

Vendor Applications - Now Open

2009-11-06T08:02:00.000Z

Magpie will be a collection of some of the finest contemporary craft and design talent that is on offer right now....a veritable Magpies nest of treats and treasures. Housed in a converted church in the centre of the Grassmarkets, Edinburgh, will be a one day festive market. We are currently looking for stall holders, so if you think you fit the bill and are free on 6th December please get in touch by emailing me (emily.chandler(@)gmail.com) and requesting an application pack.

We are looking for: jewellery designers, illustrators, textiles, vintage, trinkets, fancy edibles, clothing.....anything that really catches Magpies eye!

Magpie is.....

2009-11-05T15:03:00.000Z

Magpie is.... a new petite boutique shopping event coming soon to Edinburgh.

Magpie is.... in love with vintage style, contemporary design, indie craft, quirky illustrations and general fabulousness.

Magpie is.... looking for you. Contact us (emily.chandler@gmail.com) to find out about selling opportunities at Magpie Market in December.

Terms & Conditions

2009-11-05T14:00:00.000Z

Please read the terms & conditions before applying. An application to Magpie means that you have read and agreed to the T&C's.

The application process

Register your interest with us by emailing emily.chandler@gmail.com. You will be sent an application pack out soon after (if you don’t receive anything within 7 days please get in touch!)
Fill in the application and return it to us with 3 high quality images of your work. These may be used to advertise the event, so please ensure they are 300dpi and preferably on a white background.
The closing date for applications will be specified on the form – if you wish to be considered please return it to us by this date.
All applications will be reviewed and a final list of vendors will be selected. Unfortunately due to the amount of applications received and space restrictions not all applications will be successful. All applicants will be notified of our decision.
If you are successful you will receive a confirmation email, it will have details of how, where and when to pay the stall fees. Bookings are not secured until full payment is received.
If you aren’t successful this time around, don’t be disheartened, it doesn’t mean we don’t like you and your products! We will keep you informed of future events and happenings in Magpies nest.

Terms & Conditions

Date & Time
Magpies Winter Market will take place on 6^th December 2009 and will be open to the public between 12pm and 6pm. Vendors will be allowed access to the building between 11am and 6.45pm

Insurance
Magpie can take no responsibility for loss or damage to your products or belongings on the day.
It is your responsibility as stall holder to have Public Liability Insurance – if you need insurance we can recommend a good deal – just give us a shout!

Payment
Payment is required by the date specified in the confirmation email. Bookings are not secured until full payment is received. Bookings are not transferable.

Cancellation
A full refund of the stall fee is available if you cancel within 7 days of payment.
A refund minus 20% is available if you cancel after this time.
No refund will be available if you fail to notify us of cancellation and don’t show up at the event.
If you need to cancel please let us know as soon as possible!

Contact Us
Any questions, queries or problems please contact Emily – emily.chandler@gmail.com