SPECIAL MARKET IN AUGUST

On August 24th we're having a "Best of British Summer" market in Glossop and it promises to be an excellent day.  As well as a host of stalls for you to browse and buy from there will be non-stop, all day entertainment from the lovely ladies of The Moot.  I spoke with our Market Superintendent this morning and she has assured me that plans are underway to make this a day to remember for the whole family.  We'll be telling you more about this event closer to the date and introducing you to the traders who will be standing this special market so check back regularly for up to the minute news.

NATURAL INSPECT REPELLENT

Whilst the sunshine is very welcome, the insects that this weather attracts aren't!  I've been scouring the web for a cheap and easy, natural insect repellent that can be made at home for very little cost .  This one looks extremely good and I have tried it out myself and it works well.  It is also, animal, baby and child friendly too.

Natural Insect Repellent Ingredients

Different insects are repelled by different chemicals, so you'll get a more effective repellent if you combine a few different insect-repelling natural oils. If you are making large amounts of insect repellent, a good rule of thumb is to mix the repellent so it's 5-10% essential oil, so mix 1 part essential oil with 10-20 parts carrier oil or alcohol. For a smaller batch use:

• 10-25 drops (total) of essential oils
• 2 tablespoons of a carrier oil or alcohol

The essential oils that work well against biting insects (mosquitoes, flies, ticks, fleas) are:

• cinnamon oil (mosquitoes)
• lemon eucalyptus or regular eucalyptus oil (mosquitoes, ticks, and lice)
• citronella oil (mosquitoes and biting flies)
• castor oil (mosquitoes)
• orange oil (fleas)
• rose geranium (ticks and lice)

Safe carrier oils and alcohols include:

• olive oil
• sunflower oil
• any other cooking oil
• witch hazel
• vodka

Natural Insect Repellent Recipe

Mix the essential oil with the carrier oil or alcohol. Rub or spray the natural insect repellent onto skin or clothing, using care to avoid the sensitive eye area. You'll need to re-apply the natural product after about an hour or after swimming or exercise. Unused natural insect repellent may be stored in a dark bottle, away from heat or sunlight. If you wish, you may combine the oil with aloe vera gel to change the consistency of the product.

YARN, BUTTONS, THREAD, NEEDLES AND PINS

If you knit, crochet, sew or embroider, this stall in Glossop Market Hall is like a little corner of heaven.  The selection they have is massive and is a crafters paradise.  They are open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am until 5pm so why not pay them a visit the next time you are looking for some new yarn, thread, buttons, knitting pins, crochet hooks and all of those other things which we crafty folk can't live without.  Spoil yourself this weekend and add to your stash!

NEW TRADERS COMING TO THE LOCAL PRODUCE MARKET

We are really looking forwards to welcoming Stephanie Chant of SC Sweet Trees.  In the photographs you can see a small selection of the mouthwatering goodies that Stephanie makes and if you are anything like us you won't be able to resist these sweet treats.  Stephanie will  be with us for the first time on Saturday 8th June and this is the first time she's stood on a market so we hope everyone will make her feel welcome.  If you want to see more of Stephanies creations you can find her on Facebook under SC Sweet Trees

Pam Alderton, former owner of Bookworm pre-loved books will also be making a first time appearance at the Local Produce Market with her new enterprise Buttons and Bows.  Pam has been sewing, embroidering and crocheting since she was a little girl and she now designs all of her own hand crafted goods including teddy bears and "Raggedy Ann" dolls.  If you want to have a closer look at some of the other things which Pam makes you can find her on Facebook under Buttons and Bows

A TOUCH OF NOSTALGIA

We couldn't resist sharing the wonderful photographs with you all.  Little B, one of the stalls in our market hall has these on display today.  Unfortunately they're not for sale but she does have lots of other lovely vintage goodies for sale so if you're in Glossop why not pop in for a quick boogie and see what else takes your fancy.

GLOSSOP MARKET COMPLEX OPENING TIMES

The Market Arcade is open 6 days a week from 9am until 5pm.
The Market Hall is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am until 5pm.
The Outdoor Market is open every Friday and Saturday from 9am until 4pm.

The Local Produce Market is held on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 9am until 4pm.

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OFF THE RAILS OPENS TOMORROW

Tomorrow sees the opening of a new stall in our Market Hall here in Glossop.  It's called Off the Rails and sells chain store curtains, pillow, duvets and other bed linen at "Crazy Prices".  It's great to see another small business set up in the Market Complex and this one is especially welcome as it is filling a gap in the market as there is nowhere else in Glossop that you can buy quality, low priced bed linen or curtains unless you want to spend silly money at places like Tesco!

Welcome on board Lesley, it's great to have you as one of traders at Glossop Market complex.  We hope you have a great opening day.

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