Marble Falls Handmade Market taking place on Dec. 13
The Marble Falls Handmade Market features over 30 local artisans, showcasing the unique creativity of the Highland Lakes. Stock image
Marble Falls Handmade Market, a growing seasonal event that highlights local creativity while supporting area seniors, will take place on Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. indoors at the Marble Falls Senior Center, 618 Ave L.
Organizers say the Christmas market will be the largest yet, bringing together over 30 artisans including bakers, jewelry designers, woodworkers, and others who design or create every item they sell.
“The Market is a way to support local artisans and connect them with the community,” organizer Ashley Ward told DailyTrib. “The market facilitates broader engagement between artisans and the community and provides a space for artisans to showcase their work and connect with customers, collectors and friends.”
Ward’s family launched the event to celebrate the Hill Country’s rich creative culture. The pop-up events are held a few times a year. The best way to stay up to date is to sign up for the market’s newsletter at this link.
“Basically, we started with a circle of friends who love to create and want to share our work with others,” Ward said.
She added that the market reflects a shared appreciation amongst her family for craftsmanship in an age of mass-produced goods.
“We love buying, using, or viewing handcrafted items from other makers. We are often in awe of the story and people behind the beautiful and often unique creations. We love the meaning of a handcrafted item when we have an over abundance of mass-produced products to choose from,” Ward said.
The event also doubles as a community fundraiser. Vendor fees are donated to the Marble Falls Senior Activity Center, which provides activities for seniors and conducts outreach to nursing homes.
“Our vendor fees are donated to the Marble Falls Senior Activity Center to support their mission of enriching the lives of seniors,” Ward said. “At Christmas, (the activity center) collects and donates items to be gifted to seniors for Christmas.”
With rising attendance and increasing vendor participation, the Handmade Market continues to spotlight what Ward describes as the area’s artistic spirit.
“The market shines a light on the amazing creative culture of the Hill Country region and the people who make our area so special,” she said.