MAde HeRe
Mandy Nolan
I loved it so much I made my own people here. Made in Mullum, literally –three lovely humans, conceived, grown, and home-delivered in the Byron
We are makers.
– the markets! I have always been blown away by the creativity and the stunning out-of-the-box thinkers. In fact there was once a guy we called The Box King. Because he made things out of boxes!
We came here as dreamers! As schemers! We are all about the big idea! The awesome unique invention that means you no longer work for the man! The idea that will give you the freedom to set your own hours, to be your own boss! The idea that has our hands in the soil to grow organic vegetables in our rich chemical-free soil. The idea that has us sticking handdrawn labels on kombucha bottles. The idea that has us creating a tea tree plantation that later becomes the site of a sculpture show.
and seeing how creative this region was. Like sandals made from recycled tyres. Hub cab handbags with seatbelts for straps. Like signature hats. Like jewellery made from cutlery. Or driftwood mobiles. The Byron markets were the birthplace of innovation. Eventually that innovation found its way from kitchens to garages to the Arts & Industry Estate to shop fronts.
We have such an incredible diversity of locally-made products.
Some of my favourites are made by friends. Like Bella Rosa. In a street full of ice cream and gelato, it’s worth noting that this particular Byron-based locally made gem is named after the daughters of the owners. Also made here. The store dates back to 1999 and has been bringing sweet treats to the people for 25 years! I love that it’s not a franchise. You can only get it here!
Some of our local bakeries supply the best bread on the planet. As a glutenintolerant person who thought she had moved to the land of hard bread. That’s bread that can’t be cut with anything that’s not a buzz saw. But in Mullumbimby there’s a bakery that makes the best gluten-free bread I have ever eaten. It means I can have a sandwich. It gives me a reason to live!
things people want. We don’t waste.
We grow our own. Literally. Organic, locally-grown vegetables. Locallygrown bacon. We are sensualists. We even once created our own trademarked exercise routine… yogalattes! Did you know that was us? Well, a local yoga teacher who made her own original pilates blend!
I love buying locally-made products. I love knowing that I am supporting a local maker. I love knowing that what I am using was made here and it hasn’t involved the labour of the third world. I love that what I have bought around the world. I love knowing that buying locally not only supports my friends and community but it has a low carbon footprint.
I love supporting innovation. I love knowing that we can create ecofriendly makeup, and massage oils, and plum jams, and tasty beer. There is something very satisfying about a good Davidson’s plum jam.
Aboriginal people who lived here for thousands of years long before colonisation had the wisdom. They were the original made local culture. Everything you ever need is already here. Be respectful. Be sustainable. Be creative.
Made in Byron isn’t just a brand. It’s a way of living. It’s a value system which is centred around the environment. It’s about not being exploitative. And it’s
So let’s really make it, and make it here!
MADE IN MULLUM
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RUBY AND FRANK CERAMICS
On any day of the week Natalia, from Ruby and Frank Ceramics, can be found behind a pottery wheel, handbuilding at a table, packing kilns and orders, teaching, or at an exhibition.
Natalia is mostly known for her use of vibrant colours in her production pottery, as well as participating in exhibitions with her ceramic art works.
Natalia is currently showing works at The Bank Gallery in Mullumbimby and at the Byron Clay Workers Gallery in Clunes.
Shop now for unique and beautiful Christmas gifts!
The studio is open by appointment Call 0417 281 390
A community run ceramics gallery showcasing a collection of vessels & sculptural pieces - perfect & unique gift ideas!
Drill Hall complex, Jubilee Ave, Mullumbimby. FB/IG: Mullum_Clayworkers
Unique, hand made wares created in Lennox Head from sustainably sourced vintage and upcycled fabrics.
Etsy Shop: collinsstreet.etsy.com
Madeit Shop: madeit.com.au/ collections/collins-street
Visit Collective Autonomy in Lennox Head & B.Grounded in Alstonville NSW.
Bangalow market 24 November
@collinsstcreative
Timeless Australia Beauty Gushiv® helps men and women, with skin conditions, heal and nourish their skin naturally, with our bespoke range of Australian native organic skin care products. Inspired by Forever. gushiv.com.au
COLLINS STREET CREATIVE
Collins Street is passionate about seeking out unique preloved and vintage fabrics to create one-of-a-kind items. From a studio in Lennox Head, tablecloths are transformed into shirts, blankets into jackets and towels are repurposed into bags. With extensive experience in the fashion industry, the focus is sustainability, using up-cycled materials to minimise waste. Popular items are the towel mermaid bag, perfect for beach essentials and the tablecloth shirt dress, pictured.
Instagram:@collinsstcreative
Shop online: collinsstreet.etsy.com
madeit.com.aucollections/collins-street
Visit: Collective Autonomy, 4/64 Ballina St, Lennox Head B.Grounded, 76 Main St, Alstonville
GUSHIV ORGANICS
Discover Gushiv Organics, a boutique skincare brand from the Byron use small-batch processing to ensure quality and freshness, crafting bespoke skincare solutions for healthy skin longevity. Focusing on personalised consultations and skin assessments, they create formulations that are free from harsh chemicals, using advanced botanical extraction methods for glowing, healthy skin. Their range of soothing oils, herbal cleansers and rejuvenating creams embodies slow beauty, delivering sustainable, nature-inspired solutions for radiant until midnight 30 November. gushiv.com.au
TWIZZLES: TRANSFORM YOUR COCKTAIL GAME
Twizzles is a new range of cocktail garnishes designed to take your cocktail-drinking-and-making experience to the next level.
Crafted with care in the Northern Rivers from premium, locallysourced produce, each citrus wheel is slowly dehydrated to preserve and orange, Twizzles are perfect for any cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage.
Twizzles packaging is 100% recyclable and a stylish addition to any cocktail trolley or home bar.
Ideal for summer entertaining or as a chic Christmas gift. Purchase online today and enjoy free shipping on orders $40 or more. Wholesale enquiries also welcome.
Raw, authentic and therapeutic, these perfumes create a lingering sensory experience.
Discover Sillage at Thursday’s Child Store & Ritual Mullum, or explore their range online.
Instagram: @fromsillage www.fromsillage.com
