The perks of a pet walk
From excessive tail-wagging to the ‘zoomies,’ dogs make it known how much they love a walk. Walking provides much-needed stimulation and benefits to their physical health, such as weight management, joint and digestive health, and improved fitness. It also offers important bonding time with owners, and an opportunity to socialise, especially at community […]
Where the artisans are: Encraftment Market
The aftermath of the Christchurch earthquakes wrought countless hardships to both homeowners and businesses. Community markets also suffered, with many artisans losing their regular stalls. Thanks to Bronwyn Finch and Paula Park stepping up, stallholders are able to set out their wares once again. Encraftment Market opened in 2011, and Bronwyn still heads […]
IoT on a Budget: Your Guide to a Smarter and Cosier Home
The ability to automate our homes through the Internet of Things (IoT) has made the idea of a smart home increasingly appealing. IoT setups improve and automate various aspects of our living spaces, from enhancing security to streamlining daily tasks. However, one deterrent to investing in IoT solutions is the cost. You have […]
The wool family
While most wool types have the thanked-for heat-retention, durability, moisture-wicking, and hypoallergenic qualities, each one complements a different aesthetic. To bundle up warm in ice-cold temperatures, we want to wear something fluffy that covers every inch of skin, such as a brushed mohair cardigan. Yet, on a brisk day when you just want […]
Winter woollies
Wool has never left the fashion landscape. Breathable, luxurious, odour-resistant, durable, soft, and often sourced sustainably, it wins a spot as a top textile. Fluffy mohair cardigans, merino undergarments, shearling accessories, or the timeless wool coat, knitwear becomes a staple and more reached-for in the cooler months.
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