Some of Maribyrnong’s leading artists, designers and craftmakers have joined forces.
Stocking only locally crafted products from a pop-up shop in Yarraville Village, Far Fetched Designs is providing local makers with a retail outlet that’s open until the end of August.
The brainchild of Kingsville’s Belinda Miller and Maribyrnong’s Rachael DiMauro, who make children’s clothing for their Mr Moo and Orcwood ranges, the outlet runs as a collective, with each maker paying a portion of the short-term lease.
“We’ve each been selling our children’s range through craft markets for a few years now and are continuously impressed by the amazing talent out there,” Ms DiMauro said.
“We really wanted to bring together a selected range of beautiful things to people who don’t visit craft markets on the weekends.”
The shop, on Anderson Street, is brimming with giftware, jewellery, home furnishings, artwork, children’s clothing and furniture.
Ms Miller has been overwhelmed by the response since the shop opened earlier this month.
“All of the makers are small businesses trying to get their products out there,” she said.
“We have products ranging in price from $2 right through to $800 and a diverse array of items with one-off pieces you won’t find anywhere else.”
Far Fetched Designs at 85 Anderson Street, Yarraville, is open Wednesdays to Sundays until August 31.
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/farfetcheddesigns
