If you're often ogling at the plates, platters and serving dishes used at your favourite eateries and dreaming of having them in your own kitchen, then you'd best get familiar with Made in Japan. The company not only provides bespoke ceramics and tableware to some of Australia's top restaurants, it also makes its collections available for the home. It's time to plate up like a pro. more
You probably don't look twice at the so-called junk that lies on the nature strip when it's time for the local kerbside pickup. Well, Kirralee Robinson does. She turns unwanted wood and furniture into hanging wall vases, knives, earrings, shelves and picture frames under her namesake business Kirralee & Co. Let's get you acquainted. more
Let's talk about something we don't often bring up – garden hoses. We've all got them. They're often found in colours like bottle green and orange, and are generally left reeled around an equally unappealing wall mount. Yep, this essential garden accessory has never been known for being stylish ... until now. Let us introduce you to the unbelievably cute range of chic garden hoses and mounts by Garden Glory so we can fall in love with them together. more
In a rapidly changing world of mass-produced homewares (we're looking at you, Kmart), there’s something deeply satisfying about buying things for your home that are handmade and produced ethically. If you have an appreciation for quality and artistic integrity, you have a kindred spirit in Inartisan. more
Somewhere along the way in the busy lives we all live, the connection was lost between people, their food and how they ate it. In a world where mass production rules the roost, it's easy to look for convenience over quality in so many ways. Here at The Weekend Edition, we're all for slowing down and enjoying the magic around us. So, when we came across handmade tableware maker Kinfolk & Co., we knew the company's ethos of slow design, mindful purchasing and less consumption was something we just had to harp on about. more
Hoo boy, we’ve really done a number on old Mother Nature with our highly unsustainable habits here on earth. We could depress you with a number of alarming statistics that you may or may not be aware of, or we could tell you something easy you could do to make a tangible difference – we choose the latter. Cutting down on single-use stuff is a breeze, and one of the biggest culprits is the holder of our daily java hit. Swap out your disposable cup for a Planet Cup and you’re already a hero. more
There's something about handmade ceramic pieces that makes you smile. Perhaps it's knowing that at one point, this beautifully raw piece was actually just a slab of mud. Though, when this slab gets into the right set of hands, magic can happen. Byron Bay's Lauren Campbell has one of those sets of hands, creating a distinctive collection of ceramic wares under her namesake business, Sit Still Lauren. more
Picture this – it's take-out night, you've just gone to the local bottle shop and treated yourself to a tasty bottle of top-notch, minimal intervention wine to enjoy at home. You go into the cupboard, pull out a small, cloudy wine glass, open the bottle and pour ... stop. Just, stop. Those less-than-appealing wine glasses that aunty Sharon got you for your 18th birthday are no place for a $40 bottle of the Barossa Valley's best. It's time to ditch those thin, poor-quality goblets and add some jazz to your glassware cupboard (sorry, Sharon, but they've got to go). Cue Gold Coast company, D-Still ... more
We're in the midst of what seems like a pretty warm winter for the Gold Coast. We are certainly not complaining – 24-degree days in August are just perfect. Though, if the unseasonable warmth is anything to go by, then we're in for a pretty hot summer, and you know what that means – plenty of time beach time. If, like us, you're an outdoor dweller, then you'll agree that this soon-to-be-launched portable shade device called Shader is going to be this summer's must-have. more
We all know that with coffee production and consumption, also comes wastage (duh), but the wastage begins a lot sooner than the fancy packaging and the end-user's non-recyclable paper cup. We're talking about the waste from discarded coffee husks – and there's a new start-up by the name of HuskeeCup that is aiming to reduce waste from coffee farms by creating reusable (and totally stylish) cups make from coffee husks. This is caffeine-fuelled innovation at its best. more
Purveyors of all things cool, Six Things Shop, has made the shift from its premises at the Old Burleigh Arcade to a fabulous new 50s-style house in Tweed Heads. Well-known as the place to go when shopping for 'the person who was everything', the new Six Things showcases an expanded collection of its eclectic wares, accessories and gifts with a tasty new addition – coffee. more
Just because we spend most of our time in bed sleeping doesn’t mean we have to cover it in drab and muted bedding. When we make the bed we want it to pop, we want sizzle and we want pizazz! Kip & Co has answered our prayers with its new collection 24 Karat – boasting a range of throws and blankets (and even beanbags) that will make you extra excited for bedtime. more
The difference between a house and a home is all of the things you choose to fill it, and with and art is one of the best ways of putting a personal spin on your living space. Multi-disciplinary artist Christina McLean has created a range of homewares that imbues artistic integrity with functionality with TRADE the MARK. more
If you're looking to ways to add a hint of nautical style to your home, then look no further than Oars Galore. Designed and crafted right here on the Gold Coast, these stylish timber oars and paddles are the perfect way to bring refined coastal vibes to any space. more
If you've got young kids, it's easy to have your household dotted in brightly coloured mis-matching wares with cartoon-themed fabrics. Newly launched Gold Coast brand HomeDay has taken a refreshing step away from traditional child-centric fabrics and designs with its rad little collection of 'mini pods' for kids. more
Byron Bay-based small-batch candle makers We Are Posie have blended a love of nostalgia and a passion for travel to create a niche collection that takes the humble candle, a long-standing household staple, back to basics. more
Combining the rawness and sustainability of reclaimed timber with modern Scandinavian style, Murwillumbah-based Burnpile embraces the imperfections in materials to create an impressive collection of functional and sleek furniture. more
According to recent figures, Australians spend eight times as many hours per week looking at screens than with their loved ones. Yard Family is a Gold Coast-based company dedicated to changing this alarming statistic with its gigantic round rugs and skipping ropes. more
If imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, Gold Coast-based Boho Bleu is paying the creators of the original BFK Butterfly Chairs the ultimate compliment with its impeccable range of replica chairs. more
Handmade homewares offer a level of fulfilment that mass-produced goods simply cannot replicate. gritCERAMICS celebrates the beauty in bespoke craftsmanship with its stunning range of porcelain plates and platters. more
