A proud heritage: Bowron Sheepskins
In 1881, Bowron Brothers Tannery was established on Ferry Road in Christchurch. They engaged in fellmongering and pickling sheepskins and lambskins for export to the UK, as well as tanning cattle hide leathers for the local trade. Destroyed in a fire approximately 20 years later, the Bowron Brothers Tannery moved to Woolston and […]
A classy Christmas: French Blue
Nothing says chic gifting quite like the elegant collection of beautiful and unique items available from French Blue. Each individual piece, carefully selected by owner Catherine Matthews, has a ‘Je ne sais quoi’ quality. Vintage grain sack and linen cushions, exquisite European jewellery, bags, scarves, rugs, and linen, add a distinctive touch to […]
A sizzling summer bbq: Cliffys Flame Grill & Spa
When it comes to barbecues, there are a select few that are strides above the rest. O ne barbecue brand creates culinary marvels that can skillfully smoke meat to perfection, transform dough into mouthwatering pizzas, and sizzle burgers to juicy, flame-kissed deliciousness, and that’s Weber. Celebrating its 1st birthday with a new identity, […]
Fill the shelves: Piccadilly Books
Stop by Piccadilly Books, a store that is celebrating 30 years of supplying booklovers of all ages with literary treasures. Elon Musk Walter Isaacson Our price $64.99 By the author of “Steve Jobs” and other best-selling biographies, this is a close-knit narrative of a contentious yet groundbreaking maverick, the CEO of SpaceX and […]
Pool party paradise
Do you have the luxury of a pool, and friends you’d love to treat? Together they’re a brilliant combination for a pool party. Before you start planning, take some time to envision your dream pool party. What does it look like? Which foods would you like to serve? Is there a theme? Here’s […]
Lounging around in style
Pool-side, beach-side, resort-side, lounging chairs are a must-have accessory. Sun loungers, as they are often referred to, are designed to be comfortable, so you can relax and unwind while catching a dose of Vitamin D. Features usually include adjustable backrests, padded cushions, and ergonomic shapes. Many offer several reclining positions, making them […]
An heirloom to treasure: Nile Rugs
Telling the tribal tales of exotic lands, Persian rugs are a treasure to have underfoot. Hand-knotted in a slow, careful technique, these authentic rugs are crafted with literally no modern technology involved. Iranian women weave into the rugs emotions, stories and history, often embellishing them with names, animals, or birds. Unlike uniform, machine-woven […]
Have you any wool? House of felt
The answer is a colourful ‘yes’. Championing 30 years of passion and expertise into a creative educational outlet is artist, and lover of all things wool, Loretta Sloan. This eight-time finalist at The World of Wearable Art Show invites curious felt enthusiasts of all ages, to a stimulating pop-up felt fibre workshop wonderland, […]
A living memory: One Gifted Tree
For an everlasting gift, a living memory, or stunning statement, a specialty tree makes all the difference. They give a bang of bright colour on the deck of a small apartment, make an impact in a big pot, or as a central feature to a new build. One Gifted Tree is a […]
