Appliance heaven: Midea
A house would not be a home without appliances to help it run efficiently. Imagine a kitchen without its fridge, dishwasher, oven, or microwave. Luckily in Christchurch there is a global home appliance giant, making it easy to fill out the bones of your kitchen with the best of all manner of appliances […]
Deluxe bedding: Silk Sensation
Silk Sensation are proud to offer a range of premium silk and hemp duvet inners that are sure to provide you with a comfortable and restful night’s sleep. It uses the highest quality 100 percent natural long strand mulberry silk, which is renowned for its softness and durability. These products are hypoallergenic, making […]
Your happy face: Beauty Progress
Facials moisturise and rejuvenate skin, and lower stress levels; they are a blissful self-indulgence that boosts happiness. Beauty Progress provides specialised facials to heal, soothe and revitalise complexions, says owner Wendy Barker. Options include: Dermaplaning – an anti-ageing and hair removal combination treatment that removes excessive vellus hair while delivering radiant skin. Eye […]
Your own cocktail bar
Our city is home to many extravagant bars and lounges, which you can find information for right in the pages of our magazine, but for when you want to host, creating your own cocktail bar can be a whole lot of fun. Here are some ideas: 1. Come up with a theme such […]
Greek patio: Resene
Greek inspired decor and colours can create a relaxing outdoor space. Maximising outdoor living spaces, such as patios or decks, can provide homeowners with additional room for dining, entertaining, or relaxing. With limited real estate and floor space, making the most out of outdoor areas is crucial. One way to enhance the ambiance […]
Farewell Treasures: Dusty Old Things
Dusty Old Things is sadly closing down as owner, Glenis Parker, moves overseas. Browse the store that displays an amazing glimpse of the best of the past. While you’re there, make the most of the closing-down sale with a half-price discount on everything (excluding furniture), from now until the store’s final day on […]
A new year spruce up: Alena Designs
“Small tweaks to your interiors will freshen them for the year ahead.” Judy Pyne, interior designer. New cushions for your favourite sofa or chair, a new rug, a drapes revamp, or new accent wallpaper can add surprisingly drastic changes to an existing scheme and doesn’t need to be overly expensive. Judy sells a […]
All chook up
The ins and outs of keeping chickens for fresh eggs at home. Keeping chickens at home can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience for many people. Not only can they provide fresh eggs, but they can also be entertaining and even educational. However, there are a few things you should consider before embarking […]
Caring for the animals we love
You never know who or what is going to walk, crawl or slither through the doors of a veterinary hospital. Clumsy Luna the greyhound and her fragile front legs, a tortoise in need of a prosthetic leg, Jock the Saint Bernard and his problematic eyelashes, Edward the Burmese cat and his extravagant diet, […]
Looking after lawns: Readylawn
We love our lawns, but local conditions affect how they perform. We are on the dry east coast of the Land of the Long White Cloud, so for a part of the year natural rainfall might not be enough. A spot of know-how and smart care can keep lawns looking great, and minimise […]
