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Australian Kangaroo Leather with Mookaite Jasper Souvenir Earrings

Beyond the Craft Table… 

Hi! I’m Amanda O’Keefe, and I’m proud to say I Make Things in Moreton Bay, Qld.

My hobby business started with a messy table and a big imagination. 

Today, my table is still messy. It’s also where skill, creativity, and quality come together! 

In a world of “fast, fake and factory-made goods, I’m sticking to the basics:

  • No shortcuts: Only quality materials and perfected techniques.

  • Truly local: Every piece is handmade, and materials are sourced right here in our beautiful Moreton Bay.

  • Authentically different: When you buy handmade, you’re buying a unique moment of a maker’s everyday life.

Amanda O'Keefe

Whether you live just down the road or just passing through our beautiful Moreton Bay region, if you’re looking to buy that perfect gift or a special souvenir, you can trust that every piece you see here was skilfully crafted with pride and quality as top priorities. 

My goal for this business is to do more than “sell things.” I want to: 

  • Share the stories, tips and tricks behind the scenes.

  • Connect with other makers and creators across the City of Moreton Bay.

  • Inspire others to pick up a tool, a brush, or a needle and discover the satisfaction of making something with their own two hands. 

 

Thank you for being part of my story, and I hope we I cross paths regularly. Until next time – xx Amanda

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