The Story Behind Martha's Marketplace

Hello, I'm Jenny.

Art for me has always been a form of therapy. While working full time in a challenging role as a drama teacher and charity development manager, I first tried upcycling furniture back in 2015 as a creative outlet to help me unwind. Before long I found myself hooked on both the soothing act of painting and the satisfaction of seeing the finished result.

Retirement came in 2020, as did Covid with its restrictions, and I began making fabric wreaths for family and friends. Before long it was a small business that flourished.

Resin art became my next passion following some training, and I found that I absolutely loved it. In January 2024, I began my handcrafted jewellery 'journey', designing and making unique pieces created with sterling silver and copper.

Bringing all of my skills together in an online business seemed like the next logical step, and so Martha's Marketplace was born.

This website is my personal gallery, a vibrant space where everything I love to create comes together. From unique upcycled furniture to handcrafted fabric wreaths, stunning resin art pieces, and soon, a captivating jewellery collection, it's a testament to the endless possibilities of creative expression.