Pedddle is excited to spotlight a growing trend for 2025, which will reach all businesses, small or otherwise. It affects the nature of consumerism, and purchasing decisions, from materials to products to buyers. ‘Sustainability’ has been a buzz word for years now, but conscious consumerism is only set to grow over the coming years – and next year, it’s big news.
With the global economy taking a downturn in recent years, and environmental policy taking centre stage, consumers are becoming more aware of what, how and when they spend their money. As a result, and not least due to current geopolitics, ethical buying is a huge force – and something we should all be focusing on in all areas, whether that is as a business owner or a consumer.
Bianca, the organiser behind eco-conscious Mindful Market, suggest this is because “we are at a stage where we are living through, and feeling, the negative impacts consumerism is having on our planet in real time. Climate Change is something that is now unavoidable, and within the digital world we live in people are becoming more and more educated on what out planet’s future holds, and who is responsible for it. This is why people are looking to boycott certain brands and shopping platforms and going out their way to support small business, as they want to use the power in their pocket to make a positive change”.
When it comes to artisan markets, Pedddle’s field of expertise, sustainability has permeated every element, from how stallholders create, package and even market their products, to upcycling everything from products to market stall props. This movement encourages artists to breathe new life into old or leftover fabrics and materials, creating unique, handmade goods with a minimal carbon footprint.
At many artisan markets, visitors can expect to see an array of sustainable crafts, from jewellery made from sea glass and other beach-foraged elements, to ethically produced clothing, to homewares created from other discarded household materials or upcycled materials, each showcasing the ingenuity of modern artisans in reducing waste and championing eco-conscious living.
Such products can be beautiful and bold and carry all the value of sustainable ethics, we hear from Sanjay at Made by Kacey, on his ecoplanters. “In the realm of home decor, we’re not just printing planters; we’re cultivating a sustainable future, one layer at a time. Our additive manufacturing process is like nature itself – building beauty with precision, creating only what’s needed, when it’s needed, in the style you like. We’re not just making products; we’re crafting ecosystems that resonate with your personal style. It’s more than made-to-order; it’s made-for-you, made-for-Earth.”
By supporting local artisans at markets found on the exclusive market directory, Pedddle, shoppers have the chance to contribute to this green revolution, purchasing one-of-a-kind items that reflect both creativity and responsibility. The Pedddle platform is proud to connect consumers with independent makers and local markets committed to reducing environmental impact whilst offering high-quality, handmade goods. With sustainability set to shape the crafting and consumer worlds for years to come, Pedddle continues to be at the forefront of this important movement, offering crafters and buyers alike a platform to engage in and connect with ethical, sustainable practices.
