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The Baobab Collective: authentic and soulful African textiles

The Baobab Collective brings soulful African style to Australia with a curated collection of throws and blankets. Made in South Africa, the new range is sustainably sourced and ethically crafted.

“Having grown up in South Africa, we always had beautiful throws at home – we wanted to introduce Australians to these incredible textiles that are filled with stories and cultural importance,” said Greg van Zyl, founder of The Baobab Collective.

“Now based in Australia’s Southern Highlands – we know what it’s like to need cosy layers. The Baobab Collective introduces the best pieces for adding texture and warmth to a home, and are made by the oldest and most revered blanket manufacturer in South Africa.”

One of their range, the Basotho blankets, are a distinctive woollen blanket worn by the Sotho people of Africa, and are steeped in history. Originally gifted in the late 19th century to the then ruler King Moshoeshoe by an English man known only as “Mr Howell”, these blankets quickly gained popularity, replacing the traditional animal skin cloaks.

Throws start from $169.

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Living on opposite sides of the globe (one in Kenya’s Masai Mara game reserve and the other on an outback station in Western…
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Uniqwa Furniture is back and stronger than ever after floods

Having spent close to four years recovering from the 2011 Brisbane Floods, Uniqwa Furniture is back and stronger than ever!

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Offering unique designer furniture with a strong focus on raw and natural materials, it was the years held back from expressing his passion that made Uniqwa Furniture creator, Charl van Heerden, determined to keep the brand alive.

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With a strong but not predominant African flavour, Uniqwa Furniture is, as the name describes, uniqueness with a difference. All about simplicity and function, the pieces are organic, earthy and naturally modern. Born in South Africa, much of Charl’s inspiration originates from Africa, the stunning natural luxurious resorts and the tribal influences. “I am, and always have been, inspired by the culture that I grew up in. It is such a creative place where people use materials often overlooked to create the most amazing pieces of art. I have learned that there is the potential for beauty in everything around us, but it is the way we use it, the way we see it and the way we apply it that makes it beautiful.”

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Uniqwa Furniture will be exhibiting at Decor & Design in Melbourne next year, a feat they have been attempting since being sidelined by the floods in 2011. But for wholesalers who cannot wait until then, you can check out their products online!

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Neon Vintage cushions bring Africa to you

Bold and edgy homewares brand, Neon Vintage, has launched a new range inspired by African safaris and tribal textiles.

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The Love Zambezi Collection features a range of cushions that were created in collaboration with international artists: Ashley Goldberg (USA), Jennifer Sanchez (USA) and Sarah Bagshaw (UK).

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Zula Cushion – Yellow

Designed around the world, the digitally printed cushion covers are handmade in Brisbane by Neon Vintage’s Kirsten Millbank.

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Zambezi Cushion

Founded in 2012, Neon Vintage’s core philosophy is to produce distinctive high quality collections, inspired by vintage 80s textiles and vivid tribal cultures.

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Photography by Briony Masters.