The phrase denotes a selected kind of occasion, characterised by the show and sale of handcrafted gadgets. Such occasions are usually scheduled to coincide with the autumn season and, on this occasion, happen on the nineteenth of October. These marketplaces present artisans and crafters a venue to showcase their abilities and provide their merchandise on to the general public. Examples embrace occasions that includes seasonal decorations, handmade clothes, jewellery, and varied artwork kinds appropriate for gifting or private use.
These occasions serve a number of functions. They supply financial alternatives for impartial creators, fostering small enterprise progress. In addition they provide customers entry to distinctive, typically domestically produced items not usually present in mass retail environments. Traditionally, such gatherings have been community-building actions, fostering social interplay and contributing to native economies.