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10 affordable and stylish pots from Bunnings’ new designer range

Plant parents rejoice because Bunnings have launched a new range of pots, including two exclusive capsule collections from Melbourne-based designers Capra Designs and Lightly. These add to Bunnings’ recent collaboration with 13 Warlukurlangu artists, who created indigenous artworks that feature across a colourful collection of 16 pots. For the sustainably-minded, the range includes pots created […]

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Foodie Friday: Little custard pots with strawberry sauce

Today’s recipe was developed by Local Lovely for Barker’s New Zealand Dessert Sauces, who recently launched a new range of family favourites. Ingredients CUSTARD 2 cups (500ml) milk1 vanilla pod3 egg yolks1⁄4 cup (55g) caster sugar 1⁄4 cup (35g) plain flour 1 bottle of Barker’s Luscious Strawberry Sauce (or other brand strawberry sauce) PRALINE 1⁄4 […]

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Statement pots: How to create the perfect cluster

It doesn’t feel like that long ago that the plant pot scene was rather dire. Sometimes it felt like the only option was terracotta (which as a colour is back in vogue), but that has changed enormously over the last five years with the variety and quality of pots now at unprecedented levels. Much more […]

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Outdoor & Exteriors

Aussie backyards inspired by overseas holiday spots

While a permanent holiday is out of the reach of most Aussies, plenty of us are doing our best to recreate travel experiences in our backyards according to the latest research. The 2018 Adbri Masonry Great Australian Backyard survey has revealed that our most popular backyard designs are inspired by the popular holiday hotspots of […]

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Homewares

10 pots for your indoor plants, from budget to luxe

Ever since I moved into my new apartment, I have been a little plant-crazy. Of course, no indoor plant is complete without a stylish planter. Here are my top 10 picks (some of which feature in my own humble abode). Ivy Muse Boheme Pot Designed and made in Melbourne, these pots come in four subtle, […]

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Get 20% off Design Twins’ new Palm Springs pots

A departure from their signature monochrome wares, Design Twins release a gorgeous new peach and navy pot range this week titled ‘Palm Springs’ which is not only inspired by the American destination but Art Deco and terrazzo too. “Basically, we really wanted to create something a bit different. We’re known for our striking monochrome and metallics but we wanted […]

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Outdoor & Exteriors

Make a statement with designer plant hangers and pots by Lump

It’s no secret that house plants are hot right now so we’re always keen to see something a little different to display them in! Leading urban art design and sculpture studio, Lump Sculpture Studio, are bringing the goods with their three new designs for your greenery. Studio co-director Timothea Jewell said the new designs – […]

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Modern Muse — Lightweight, Australian-made designer pots

The creation of husband and wife team Clayton and Georgia Maclean, the Modern Muse range of pots caught our eye recently with their slick, upbeat, vibe and lovely cylindrical shape. Clayton, a construction landscaper and Georgia, a graphic designer, had a desire to work together so combined their talents to create the range from their […]

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Homewares Outdoor & Exteriors Styling

Mr Green Grass expands range of popular tweed pots

With indoor plants trending in a major way, it makes sense that there are more and more fabulous pots hitting the market. Celebrating colour and in keeping with the trend, Mr Green Grass has expanded its popular tweed pot range this month with the release of some gorgeous new hues and sizes. “The range began with four colours […]

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Design Twins’ new pots are perfect for indoor plant trend

While indoor plants used to be seen as a bit uncool, they’re now anything but and the trend for them seems to keep on growing. In response to this, some seriously great pots and planters are springing up on the Australian market, not least these lightweight beauties by Design Twins, launched this week. The good […]

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Video: How to update your living room for winter with Checks and Spots

Fellow blogger Clare Hillier from Checks and Spots has made a cool video about how to update your living room for winter. I love a bit of seasonal decorating, me! Any excuse! You can read more about how Clare teamed up with Freedom to create the warm, layered look below, and in the video, in her […]

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Travel

Kerrie Hess’s guide to the Paris hotspots

Yesterday, we were lucky enough to feature a tour of illustrator Kerrie Hess’s Paris apartment. Today, we share her guide to homewares shopping, eating, drinking and people-watching in the city of love. If you’re planning a trip, take note! Kerrie’s Paris: where to hang out Although I lived on the Right Bank, I am actually […]

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Interiors Addict

Cool Edie’s wallpaper with customisable coordinating decal spots

Confetti is the new wallpaper range from Sydney stylists Jane Frosh and Lucy Tweed of Cool Edie’s with Moore&Moore wallpaper. As well as being bang on trend with giant polkadots (let’s face it, spots have never really been out of fashion), they give you the option of buying removable matching wall decal spots to create […]

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Interiors Addict

Spots and ikat in Porter’s Paints’ latest wallpaper collection

I’m dotty about this new wallpaper from Porter’s Paints. It’s simple but I can’t resist a random polkadot. Their latest collection of has both classic Porter’s designs, updated with fresh new colours, and some elegant new designs. Each of the 14 wallpaper designs come in a unique selection of colourways.

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Interiors Addict

Today I’m loving: these big fabric photo spots for your wall!

You may have seen similar before, but these round wall decals are made of fabric rather than vinyl. I love a bit of non-committal, low-cost décor which makes a big, if temporary, impact. These can adhere to just about any flat surface (except wallpaper) so you can get very creative with them. I think they’d […]

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New Kmart homewares range one of its best yet!

Kmart is kicking the year off with a bang with its February home range. It features some of its best buys yet which is really saying something. Designed and developed by Kmart’s in-house design and buying team in Melbourne, the collection features a plethora of functional furnishings, on-trend textures and colourful home accent pieces including bedding, […]

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How to decorate your rental home in a damage-free way

Renting. Let’s face it – it’s got plenty of challenges, but there’s a certain sense of satisfaction in transforming a blank slate into something that feels cosy and ‘you’. And there are plenty of temporary ways you can style your rental property without running the risk of losing your bond and upsetting your landlord. A […]

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The best new interior finds for kids + designer chair giveaway!

From bed linen to furniture, there’s always something new to discover within the kids’ interior scene. And this month, not only are we bringing you the latest children’s interior finds but we’ve also got a fabulous giveaway. Il Tutto’s bouclé recliner is the perfect addition to any chic nursery space – scroll down to go […]