Supporting Local Artisans This Market Season: Why Your Purchase Matters
As the warm spring air rolls in and market season begins, it's the perfect time to embrace the spirit of supporting local artisans and their handmade goods. Whether you’re attending an outdoor artisan market or shopping online, the upcoming market season offers a unique opportunity to shop small, support creative entrepreneurs, and invest in high-quality, one-of-a-kind pieces for your home.
At Nicnakknits, we are passionate about supporting the handmade movement, and we encourage you to do the same! In this post, we’ll explore why shopping local and supporting artisans is so important, especially during the busy market season, and how your purchases can make a lasting impact.
1. A Direct Impact on Small Businesses
When you purchase from a local artisan, you’re not just buying a product—you’re investing in a person’s passion and livelihood. Many artisans pour hours of care and love into their craft, and every sale helps sustain their business and enables them to continue creating. Your purchase directly supports these entrepreneurs and allows them to thrive, create new products, and keep their craft alive.
For example, at Nicnakknits, every hand-knit blanket is made with love and attention to detail. Supporting our business means you’re helping us bring warmth and comfort to your home while continuing to support our family in a big way.
2. Discover Unique, One-of-a-Kind Treasures
One of the most exciting parts of market season is discovering unique, handmade items that you won’t find anywhere else. From beautifully crafted jewellery to stunning home decor, the artisans you meet at markets are often creating truly one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect their personal style and passion.
When you shop handmade, you’re also supporting the diversity of creativity in your community. By shopping small, you’re adding a personal touch to your home and surrounding yourself with items that carry meaning and value.
3. Create Connections and Build Community
Attending markets and interacting with artisans is also about building connections and supporting the community. When you engage with makers, ask about their process, and share your support, you’re helping to create a sense of belonging and camaraderie. Many artisans have been in business for years, and their craft is not just about selling—it’s about fostering relationships and creating long-lasting bonds with their customers.
As a local artisan business, we value the connections we’ve made with our customers and the larger artisan community. Each conversation, each positive review, and each purchase helps build a thriving, supportive network of creators and buyers that elevate each other.
How to Support Artisans This Market Season
As market season begins, here are some simple ways you can support your local artisans:
Shop Small: Attend local markets and shop directly from artisans. Whether it’s a hand-knit blanket from Nicnakknits, handmade jewelry, natural skincare, or designer clothing- every purchase helps sustain a small business.
Spread the Word: If you love a product, share it! Tag the artisan on social media and leave glowing reviews. Word-of-mouth is one of the best ways to help artisans grow their businesses.
Engage with Makers: Even if you’re not buying, take the time to stop by their booth, ask questions, and show interest. It’s a great way to show support and help artisans connect with their community.
Gift Handmade: Spring is the season for gifting! Birthdays, Mother’s Day, or simply a thoughtful gesture—handmade gifts are a unique and meaningful way to show you care.
The upcoming market season is a wonderful opportunity to discover the incredible talent of local artisans, support small businesses, and make a positive impact on your community. By shopping small, you’re not only bringing unique, high-quality products into your home, but you’re also contributing to a more creative world.
We’re excited for the season ahead and the chance to share our hand-knitted blankets with you. Whether you’re attending markets in person or shopping online, we encourage you to support artisans this spring and invest in the beauty of handmade craftsmanship.
Where to Find Us
Wondering about our upcoming market appearances this season? You can always check out our Upcoming Events on our website or our social media platforms; both are updated with where we are headed next! We can’t wait to see you and share our latest collections, seasonal goodies and fan favourites . Let’s make this market season one to remember!
