Exquisite & Enduring
Paramount to Rachel Ferguson, proprietor of clothing, gift and living store Dalethorpe House, is the desire to enrich the lives of her clientele with merchandise that is focused on quality, integrity and craftmanship. Visitors to Darfield will find Dalethorpe House on level one of the former General Store building, built in 1914. Its distinctive white […]
Beloved boutique’s new location
Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye to the much-loved local boutique shop, The Gift Box of Lincoln. Helen is retiring after nearly 15 years in Lincoln. “We would like to say thank you to all our loyal customers for their support during this time,” she says. But you can follow them to Halswell […]
Supporting local: The Flock
From her boutique store The Flock in The Tannery, Melody Leveridge is helping change the way we shop for the better. Melody sources natural, organic and environmentally sourced materials, while supporting New Zealand industry and craft-makers – and shoppers are discovering they can find beautiful, unique products, and contribute towards creating a better […]
Preserving precious art: City Art Depot
For 30 years, City Art Depot picture framing workshop and gallery has been working alongside art lovers to preserve and beautifully display works of art. Starting out as a small picture framing business in 1989, founder David Trerise had a goal to apply museum standards in his workshop. Moving away from out-dated […]
Find the perfect present: Barrington Gifts
With the festive season only two months away, Christmas shoppers are sure to find the perfect present amongst the treasure trove at Barrington Gifts. Offering a unique mix of locally and globally sourced homeware, gifts, art, jewellery and accessories, new stock has just been added to the extensive selection. From scented soy candles […]
Geometric Glow
Circles, squares, hexagons, triangles, pentagons, diamonds – even shapes without a name; when it comes to geometric design, the options are endless. A fun and funky way to add visual interest to your abode, geometric lighting is all about striking patterns and dramatic shapes. But it’s not all just squares and hexagons – […]
Cue the Curves
While furniture with hard and sleek Scandi-style lines will continue to grace our abodes for some time to come, it appears interior designers are seeking more soft and sculpted curves. Curb your curve curiosity and make a shapely statement in any room with this retro-inspired look. Lending a new and softer dimension to […]
Bloomin’ beautiful at Broadfield
Now in its ninth year, the Ellesmere Spring Fling has become one of the most popular events in which to celebrate this long-awaited season of colour, sweet scents and new life. A mere 10-minute drive from Hornby, Broadfield Garden comprises around 3.5 hectares of natives and New Zealand cultivars of camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas, […]
Very Velvet
In 2019 we’re crushing on the lush fabric of velvet: this versatile fabric induces sumptuousness, warmth and elegance, and lends itself well to both minimalist and maximalist interiors. So how do we incorporate this beloved fabric into our home? A simplistic style sofa in a rich colour is that luxury lounging staple you’ve […]
Carefully curated collection
The clothing, gifts and homewares at Dalethorpe House are contemporary yet enduring, with a focus on integrity and craftsmanship. “We wish to enrich the lives of our customers, choosing quality over quantity,” says new owner Rachel Ferguson, who took over Darfield Gift Gallery last month. Located in rural Canterbury, the store is situated […]