Retail Therapy

The shopping hubs of Sturt St and Bridge Mall cater for almost anything you could need, but delve a little further and you’ll find some hidden gems. Ballarat’s shopkeepers bring colour to our streets in the form of beautifully curated spaces. Pay them a visit and find out why residents of our city love to #buylocalballarat.

The Crafty Squirrel Map2E6

The shop & studio of textile artist & designer Morgan Wills, The Crafty Squirrel stocks pieces from the designer’s label + vintage treasures, craft kits, gorgeous haberdashery & gifts collected from around the world. Thu & Fri 10 – 5, Sat 10 – 4.

Cnr Errard & Urquhart Sts 5331 4548 thecraftysquirrel.com.au

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A burst of colour that is the whimsy and quirkiness of Playing in the Attic, a curious extraordinarium of all wondrous things, sourced locally and globally, to encourage creativity. At the entrance of the iconic Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Open Wed – Sat 10am – 4pm.

119A Sturt St 0428 580 309 playingintheattic

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• CUSTOM FURNITURE DESIGNED & CRAFTED • ART DECO, MID-CENTURY & ANTIQUE FURNITURE RESTORATION • RESTORED PIECES ALSO AVAILABLE

Sweet Fern

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A treasure trove of luxurious fragrances, exclusive perfumes, Sarah Murphy, Leif Body and the complete Aesop collection in the heart of Ballarat. A unique & contemporary perfumery which celebrates the artisanal, the unique & whimsical. Open Wed – Sat.

114 Armstrong St Sth 5332 9297 sweetfern.com.au

Rocket and Belle

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Rocket and Belle travel far and wide to find antiques, decorative vintage, farm and industrial pieces. Interesting new stock arrives weekly and best of all, prices are low. Open Friday – Saturday 11am – 4pm.

The Shed on Mair 37 Mair St 0402 032 088 rocketandbelle.com.au

Alison Cole Embroidery Map2E1

Specialising in Goldwork and Stumpwork embroidery and carrying a large range of specialty threads, beads, fabrics, kits, accessories and books – we have your needs catered for! Open Monday – Thursday or by appointment.

32 Silverwattle Dr, Invermay 5333 1476 alisoncoleembroidery.com.au

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VINTAGE PRE-LOVED FORMAL • RETRO CHIC

A treasure trove of quality pre-loved vintage from by-gone fashionable eras.

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We sell beautiful books!

The Known World Bookshop has earned a reputation over 20 years as one of country Victoria’s most fascinating second-hand bookshops. Visit our beautiful new bookshop in the Main Road Vintage Precinct.

The Known World Bookshop 28 Main Rd, Bakery Hill ~ Ballarat Open daily 11am ~ 4pm. Michelle: 0438 412 670

Nicola Cerini

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Nicola Cerini creates nature-inspired products for the body and the home. Our collections emphasize beauty, practicality, high-quality, low impact and durable materials. Bags, Floor Rugs, Fabrics & more. Open Wed – Sat.

36A Main Rd 0402 355 977 nicolacerini.com

Nicola Cerini creates nature-inspired products for the body and the home. Our collections emphasize beauty, practicality, high-quality, low impact and durable materials. Bags, Floor Rugs, Fabrics & more. Open Wed - Sun.