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Every cushion you need from one online store

During the first Melbourne lockdown, the two founders of Hommey were moving house, when they noticed that there was nowhere to easily choose from a large range of quality, affordable pillows online. They decided to fill the gap by creating their cushion brand.

“Our goal is to position ourselves as the one-stop cushion shop,” says Hommey’s Justin Kestelman, “all without the premium price tag.”

Hommey offers dozens of colours, shapes and fabric options, ranging from bright yellow boucle to natural linen.

“What makes us even more unique is our quality of inner cushion,” he adds, explaining that the process of creating it took three months and nearly 30 prototypes! The end result is a unique blend of down and hollow fibres that promises to hold its shape. “Nobody wants a pancake cushion!”

Knowing some people are nervous to buy online, they offer 30-day returns if you’re not happy with your choice. And if you’re one of many people who struggle to put cushion combos together, you can even opt for one of their packs, like the one below.

“Since launching in December 2020, we’ve had amazing traction here in Australia and have just launched into New Zealand,” Justin says. “We are exploring the UK and USA as we speak.

“In short, we’re making cushions cool, desirable, relatable and slightly aspirational.”

See for yourself and shop online.

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Furniture Homewares Outdoor & Exteriors

Homewares that bring the magic of travelling home + 20% off!

While trekking through the Sahara Desert on her gap year nine years ago, Harriet McMicking had an idea. One day, she told herself, she would start a homewares business that would bring the magic of travelling home. So seven years later she did just that.

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“I thought about this dream day in and day out to the point I realised I had to take the punt,” explains Harriet. “It has taken me a long time to get the business up and running, but it’s the most rewarding thing I have achieved in my life.”

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Forming TIPI interiors, the travel-inspired homewares range aims to encourage people to create an environment that reflects their travels, personal style and life story. “The furnishings I am developing are all inspired by travel. Just like those moments on the road that stay with you forever, the TIPI pieces will remind you of places you have once visited, places that you aspire to discover and the captivating beauty of artisanal work.”

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With her debut collection including director chairs, deck chairs, stoneware, cushion covers, rugs and table linen (tablecloths, napkins and tea towels), all the pieces were inspired by the beauty of India. “We currently have two production teams in India. The table linen is blockprinted by hand in Sanganer and the furniture and rugs are all hand-made in Jodhpur. I love India but my aim is to expand the collection to cover other regions of the globe.”

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Made for those who want to know the stories behind the stylish, artisan-crafted pieces, TIPI’s wares are designed and developed with a strong focus on heritage and craftsmanship. Through close connections with the artisan producers, TIPI is creating timeless boutique pieces for everyday living.

READER DISCOUNT

See something you love? We have a special 20% off discount for our readers using the promo code TIPIWELCOME. Valid on ALL products until Sunday 29 November.

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Art Homewares

Artist Tracey Keller’s cushion covers for animal lovers

With a hugely unique aesthetic, Tracey Keller has been creating quirky kaleidoscope-style animal paintings to critical acclaim.

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Popular with celebrities and even yours truly (my family has one of Tracey’s originals!), her work is showcased in many of Australia’s leading galleries and has exhibited around the world.

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And now, animals lovers can get their hands on one of Tracey’s artworks at a super affordable price (think $35), thanks to her new range of cushion covers, which are bright, happy and include the signature Tracey twist.

Silky smooth, with a beautiful animal print on one side and a plain off-white colour on the other, they feature black piping and a hidden zipper. With 10 designs on offer, everything from cats and dogs to elephants and pandas, the 45x45cm covers are perfect for updating old drab cushions.

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Homewares

Bright, gold and pastel cushions to brighten your room

Evoking that summing feeling, the latest screen-printed cushion range from Cushionopoly features gorgeous bright, gold and pastel coloured cushions that will lift the home and add some much-needed happy vibes.

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Designed by founder Zoë Howard, the collection, One Happy Day, is made using eco-friendly water-based inks printed onto 100% natural linen fabric.

Zoë has created a range that is all about looking and feeling good. “When I design I always think would I like this in my home and where would I put it? With this range I want to put every single cushion in my house! This season I was looking for a colour palette that felt good in the home. There is something about this range that makes me smile so I guess that is where the name One Happy Day came from.”

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All uniquely designed, handmade and screen-printed in Melbourne, they are subject to slight variation, making them each truly unique.

From $64 for each cushion cover. Shop online here.