Appreciation for well-made products of reminiscent of the good ol’ days is on the rise. There is an unmistakable charm that quality, handmade goods have that mass-produced products are unable to replicate. So what happens when classic Victorian elegance meets a bold, modern-day entrepreneur? We sat down with a virtual cup of tea and some imaginary scones to find out what makes The Saponifist unique …
The pop up market scene in Malaysia is really starting to shine. At least that’s how we feel when we find ourselves gawking at the latest handcrafted products at yet another market. This time, we paid a visit to A Little Bit of Pop Up /Market. Held at Awegallery in Taman Paramount late last year, it was a great place to pick up fashionable bits …
Turning plants into creative interior decorative items isn’t easy. You’ve got to know your air plants from your aquatic plants, and know how to choose moss and rocks that will enhance their appeal. Serious hobbyists are extremely creative and are able to transform a plain tank or bowl into magical landscapes that defy your imagination. One such person is Samson Chong, the man behind Aquatics …
Passionate people are the ones who change the world. They are always looking for creative solutions to everyday problems. So when we received the green light to partner with The Maker’s Market, we jumped at the opportunity to share Pocketbook’s mobile commerce capabilities with some of Malaysia’s most passionate and creative entrepreneurs. With early-bird access to the Pocketbook app, vendors at The Maker’s Market were …
“Necessity is the mother of invention” – English proverb Mothers are an industrious bunch. They will find ways and means to make the best of any situation. If you’re in a pickle, you can always count on mom to find you a solution. In this post, we feature 8 mommypreneurs who started their own business to address the problems they faced as mothers. “My baby …
Leading up to National Day, we featured five small businesses with a distinct Malaysian identity. Now, as we prepare to celebrate Malaysia Day, let’s take a look at some of the iconic small businesses that add flavour to our country’s personality; and the valuable lessons we can take away from them. The Nasi Lemak Makcik Usually located under a shady tree, the nasi lemak …
Vendeur Festival is a quarterly bazaar that has been set up to give local online entrepreneurs an affordable space to sell their merchandise. Its recent instalment that was held on 4th-5th July was themed “Mega Sale Lebaran”. Focusing on food, fashion and fun, it was a massive hit among shoppers who were preparing for Hari Raya. But if you’re still looking for that perfect outfit …
If there is one thing that sets small businesses apart from big corporations, it’s drive. The drive to innovate, create, and grow. It takes patience and continuous hard work to build your own business, whether you’re a 3rd generation kopitiam owner or a tech junkie running a startup out of your rented room. Here are 5 reasons why we think small businesses deserve more support …
This is part 2 of our posts on interesting bazaars in Malaysia. Read part 1 here. With so many creative businesses thriving in Malaysia, it wasn’t an easy task to shortlist the brands for this post. We ventured beyond the Klang Valley and came back filled with hope for the future of creative entrepreneurs in Malaysia. Tempatan Fest This touring bazaar focuses on independent fashion …
Malaysia is a shopping paradise with malls marking the landscape in every major city. But if you’re after goods with real character and soul, set your GPS app to these bazaars and be amazed by the wealth of quality locally-made goods. Here are some of the markets we’ve visited recently and the brands we think are worth spending your hard-earned ringgit on. Art for …
