Getting ready for your next craft fair or makers market? Discover our top 10 market day tips for stallholders - from setting up your display to engaging customers and boosting sales. Practical, simple advice to help your handmade business shine.

On 28 June 2025, Support the Makers hosted the Lind & Lime Summer Market in Edinburgh, with 38 local makers, food traders, workshops, and cocktails. A day of sunshine, creativity, and community spirit!

Support The Makers shares 5 simple ways to champion small businesses - even when money’s tight. These thoughtful ideas help your favourite makers grow and show your values in action.

Support The Makers returned to Porty Pride in 2025 with a vibrant market full of handmade goods, local talent and community connection. Hosted at the iconic Portobello Town Hall, this colourful celebration brought together 38 brilliant makers, vintage fashion, creative workshops and plenty of pride.

A Community Celebration to Remember

Two days. Four venues. Over forty events. And one big beautiful vision that brought Portobello to life.

The very first Porty Festival took place in May, and we’re still feeling the buzz. Co-founded by Carmen from Support the Makers and Seb from Seb’s Urban Jungle, the weekend was a true collaboration—brought to life by a shared love for community, creativity and all things Porty.

With just a tiny budget but huge ambition, they rallied a town, gathered incredible local talent, and gave us a festival that felt like it had always belonged.