Simply reMarkable
If your desk is anything like many of the team at Metropol, there are bits of paper and sticky notes everywhere. Tech guru Ian Knott discovers that the reMarkable 2 paper tablet lives up to its name. Nothing is quite like the tactile feel of pen and paper when it comes to taking […]
Tools for learning: The Canterbury Playcentre Shop
It is an irrefutable fact that children learn through experience and emulating what they see and hear around them. The copying of adult activities, such as cooking, gardening or constructing things, is fundamental to children’s development and skill building, as well as their overall health and happiness. The Canterbury Playcentre Shop has a […]
The little robot that could
Celebrating sales of 20 million robot vacuums globally, ECOVACS are the leaders in their field. With a healthy amount of cynicism, Metropol tech guru Ian Knott put their flagship model, the Deebot T9+ to the test. When the Deebot’s heavy box arrived at my desk, I said to the team at Metropol, “Five […]
Tempting and stylish: French Blue
Our passports are burning holes in our pockets and a cure for the stay-at-home blues must be found. A little imagination is your ticket for a tour du monde, starting at French Blue. The trip begins with table linen, vintage French cushions and bags. Next stop, Amsterdam for silk and cotton scarves; head […]
No ordinary Christmas
You can have yourself a very merry little Christmas this year and say goodbye to the predictable, thanks to The Vintro Room’s eclectic mix of art, antiques, and collectables. With prices ranging from as little as $5 to more than $2000, The Vintro Room specialises in unique and hard-to-find pieces. “We keep our […]
Unique gifts for special people: Mickey Raes
Christmas celebrates the birth of a special baby, and if you have one in your family, then you’ll be looking for an extra special gift. We’re not talking gold, frankincense, or myrrh, but rather gorgeous, fabulous, and magical, which describe the exciting range of baby clothing, toys and other goodies at Mickey Raes […]
Go big, and stay home
Owning a big TV requires a commitment of space, but being able to project onto a wall or portable screen makes more sense for those movie nights or sporting events. Ian Knott checks out one option for some big screen heaven. Even outdoor movie nights are becoming increasingly popular, with friends and family […]
Let’s celebrate Christmas: Barrington Gifts
We may be living in uncertain times, but of one thing we can be certain, Christmas, no matter if it’s in a bubble of two, a huddle of four or a muddle of many, will always be celebrated. Barrington Gifts has gifts for everyone in your whanau, special friends, and even for work […]
Sit back, relax and read: Piccadilly Books
It is nearly the season for lazy weekends spent outside, reading a good book and soaking up some sunshine. If you are after some new reading inspiration, check out Piccadilly Books online selection or pop into the store and have a browse. Southern Wanderer Peter Garden Our price $60.00 An account of […]
How great thou art: Windsor Gallery
Art aficionados have much to look forward to when Windsor Gallery launches its Open Weekend on November 6 and 7, from 10am to 4pm. Renowned for exhibiting the cream of artists, both national and international, the gallery has a strong focus on contemporary works that transform vast wall spaces into something magnificent. The […]
