Christmas parties are upon us which signals the return of Secret Santa. Make yours a gift to remember with these fabulous homeware picks.
Project Ten Taverna zip medium tote: Not strictly a homewares piece but this one comes into the lifestyle category for sure. Use it to elevate your trip to the market. $29.95.
Robert Gordon Garden to Table candlestick: Packaged in a lovely gift box, this hand crafted range uses high fired stoneware with iron flecks for a truly artisanal feel. $29.95.
Sage & Clare Astrid tiny bowl: Available in a variety of gelato-hued colours, these little bowls are perfect for serving up salt flakes, holding olive pips or storing tiny trinkets. $24.
Typo Mystic Minded planter: Flower power made chic – add a trailing plant to really elevate the look. $24.95.
While it’s hard to think about any other weather event than the tragic floods that have hit the country of late, autumn has arrived and with it a new array of bed linen. From trans-seasonal coverlets to pretty autumnal florals, the season sees an emergence of a strong colour palette with navy, eucalyptus green and cinnamon appearing across brands.
L&M Home’s autumn line-up is a cosy affair with lots of plain bedding options in rich tones including classic navy and cinnamon. The brand’s plain Nordic linen range is woven in Portugal and crafted using fine, 100% cotton yarns making for an ultra-soft feel with a hint of crispness. We love the brand’s gorgeous Soho quilt in the new nougat tone – it looks particularly fresh when paired with navy sheets.
L&M Home’s Soho quilt in nougat, pictured with the brand’s Nordic bed linen in navy.
As is typical for the brand, the, Kip & Co. autumn drop is rather large with lots of gems to be found. We’re particularly fond of the ‘Blooms’ printed linen range that features an orange, white-washed green and pink floral print on an olive base with plain olive reverse. This design looks fabulous paired with the brand’s iconic velvet quilt cover in the new khaki colour way. From $209.
‘Bloom’ sheets and pillow cases paired with a khaki velvet quilt cover
Aura’s much-loved Maison Vintage coverlet has had an autumnal makeover and is now available in a gorgeous warm tone the the brand has called hazelnut. Perfect for the in-between seasons, the coverlet is made from French flax grown sustainably in the coastal regions of France and blended with sustainably sourced, super soft cotton. The brand’s Maison Vintage quilt cover in Syrah is a sophisticated choice too. From $259.
Linen House has embraced green in a major way this autumn from khaki to forest green and other shades too. The large-scale ‘Wren Forest’ quilt cover set and the ‘Heath Eucalyptus’ quilt cover set are particularly lovely. From $169.99.
This versatile quilt cover wouldn’t look out of place in a teenage boy’s room
Navy is big on the bedding front at Adairs also – perhaps the classic shade is the new charcoal? The pretty ‘Wild Garden’ pale green quilt cover set is one for the floral lovers. From $159.99.
Home Republic Stonewashed cotton navy quilt cover
‘Wild Garden’ pale green quilt cover set
Mix and match bedding tips from Kip & Co
It’s the time of year where we’re all adding extra layers to our beds for warmth but the more we add, the harder it can be to achieve a cohesive…
It’s no secret that we absolutely love what Aussie designers are doing in the world of bed linen! So much so that a few weeks ago we showcased our top 10 best places to buy Australian-made bed linen online. But today it’s all about the kids! So check out the amazing kids’ linen brands below, where you’ll find something to suit every little one, from classic bedding, to colourful, to just plain crazy!
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If you’re after a bit of 1970’s inspired colour and print in your child’s room then Sage & Clare is the place to hit up. Featuring clashing prints, gorgeous quilt covers, embroidery, pom poms and a host of fabulous mix and match cushions, the range allows you to create a layered and original kids’ bedroom look with a touch of the bohemian.
2014 saw the girls at Kip & Co branch into kids and cot linen and the line has been a huge success. The brand’s anything goes approach sees designs include fairies, monsters, checks and more and we love their motto: “We’re not trying to be the sophisticated kids bedding company, or even the cute or the pretty, we just want to make a spunky, fun kids bedding range.”
Sack Me! has three goals: to be fun, stylish and gender-neutral. Hitting the nail on the head for all three, their range is all about food, bringing about that friendly familiarity to kids and kids-at-heart.
Rachel Castle is the queen of fun yet stylish bed linen and we love the way that she mixes and matches her fabulous prints that are designed by hand in her Sydney studio. From spotty sheets to beautiful floral designs, as well as beautiful complementary cushions, Castle is all about whimsical colour pops making it perfect for kids’ rooms.
High-quality linen bedding in a range of beautiful full-bodied colours, Cultiver is the perfect alternative for parents tired of garish colours and clunky bed designs. With a selection of their range available in single sizes, their bedding is sophisticated and promises to last the test of time.
This beautiful, retro inspired bedding brand isn’t just for adults with single sizes available too. From leopard print to gingham floral patterns and more, the range is created in 100 per cent French flax linen and the brand also produces a lovely line-up of cushions to complete the look.
For a personal touch, you can’t go past the Little Willow Vintage range of personalised embroidered cushions. Each pure linen pillow is hand stitched and features a contrasting oatmeal linen backing and is filled with an eco insert made from recycled plastics. They make a lovely gift.
A stalwart of the Aussie bed linen scene, the Linen House kids’ bedding offering just keeps getting better. From on-trend prints and colours to matching novelty cushions, there’s plenty within the range to build up the layers in your child’s room. And in a welcome move for many parents (who are tired of the standard pink or blue!) the brand’s latest range is designed to be gender neutral.
Established in 1967, Sheridan bed linen has been adorning Aussie kids’ beds for a very long time and its quality has remained. From stars to stripes, quilting and sorbet-hued designs, the range is perfect for those that favour a more classic children’s room aesthetic.
From animal prints to plains and a smorgasbord of licensed designs (think Harry Potter, Hello Kitty, Star Wars and more), the Pottery Barn Kids bed linen range has something for everybody. The brand also does bed skirts and plush children’s comforters too.
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Previously known as Linen & Moore, L&M Home was founded in 2000 and its bedding range has a focus on natural materials rich in texture and character. More of a forever purchase, the linen becomes softer with time and use, as does the soft hand-loomed cotton. And while the range features plenty of trend-based colours, it’s the classic stripes and textured pieces that are perfect for that chic, timeless aesthetic.
We just love Rachel Castle’s fun but sophisticated linen range, mastering mix and match and making bright colour acceptably grown up. You’re probably familiar with her spotty sheets, velvet penny round cushions and limited edition screen printed tea towels, which get snapped up and framed as affordable art. Castle’s all about pops of colour and a bit of whimsy.
On the website you’ll also find beach towels, bags, sweatshirts, Rachel’s original artwork and prints and more. I have countless grey linen doona covers and my castle one is my fave. So much so I have now actually worn it out from years of washing and use!
It’s the linen Jen currently has on her bed (a mix of rosa and mint ticking stripes, if you’re interested, and yes, pink and green should always be seen!). LinenMe only manufacture bed linen from 100% European stonewashed linen which is strong and supple, getting better with each use and wash. They say investing in a top quality European linen product is an investment in longevity. Their range of colours (especially for the stripe lovers!) is huge and as well as sheets. covers and pillowcases, they also sell table linen, throws, cushions, robes and much more!
Launched in 2013, I Love Linen started as just bed linen and has expanded to include table linen, homewares, towels and more. When it comes to your bedroom textiles, you’ll find pure cotton and linen, organic bamboo, cushions, mattress toppers and more. Whether you’re after on-trend crumpled plain linen or crisp, white, hotel style sheets, it’s a great one-stop-shop! We love the mix of plains and patterns and layering extras like valances and pillowcases too – all great quality and at very reasonable prices.
The brand’s ‘3D Bundle Curator’ tool is a great feature of the site – you can build an entire bedroom look from the fitted sheet to the quilt cover and more. The tool gives you a visual which shows exactly how the selection will look on your bed.
Launched in Melbourne in 2012, Kip&Co was founded by sisters Kate Heppell and Hayley Pannekoecke and best buddy Alex McCabe. Their bold designs and trademark giant tassel throws have become cult bestsellers and they do a great limited edition collaboration too! Collection after collection, year after year, we love this brand more and more.
What started as a bright, colourful bedding brand, quickly expanded into a vibrant lifestyle brand, as the girls brought their fun and stylish aesthetic to products for every corner of the home, and every member of the family. Now with a global following, Kip&Co continues to be inspired by the girls’ simple passion for interiors that are full of joy, laughter and the colour of life.
Aura Home is now a very established brand, sold online as well as in the likes of Myer. Founded in 2000 by Tracie Ellis, and inspired by years of global meandering, they design everything in Melbourne, and while we seen many trends come and go, they believe it’s their forward-looking approach that sets them apart. They’ve evolved from muted, earthy tones to extravagant colour, and then to subtle pastels. We think they have just the right amount of pattern and texture these days!
They’ve expanded to sell things such as rugs, ceramics, towels and more, and now have a beautiful concept store in Malvern too. I’m a fan of their ticking stripes and tie-closure Maison quilt covers.
Another great small Aussie linen brand for high quality, classic, muted linen. They believe in products that last, great customer service and only use European flax linen. Founder Nicolle Sullivan believes using beautiful things in our everyday life can make us feel happier. Agreed! They also sell table linen, throws, cushions, robes and more. Shipping is free on every order and the brand offers free returns too.
Just another plain linen brand? Maybe! But In the Sac gets top marks for branding, packaging and colour choices! Great quality, great colours (and lovely stripes) and free shipping worldwide.
Of course, no Australian linen roundup is complete without Sheridan! People will tell you how the sheets they received as a wedding gift are still going strong, decades on! And I find their sheets just feel amazing too! Cotton, silk, linen, plain, patterned, modern, classic, colourful, from 250 to 1200 threadcount and everything in between, they have it all! Founded in 1967, Sheridan is a household name synonymous with quality (you’ll find them in Qantas first class, no less). In recent years they’ve done some great collaborations too. I find it’s a great place to buy bed covers (or coverlets) which can be tricky to find in Australia.
“We’re proud to design prints that unexpectedly and expertly clash with one another,” says Sage x Clare’s designer Phoebe Bell. From Moroccan stars to statement animal prints, hand drawn florals, handmade embroidery and 1970’s inspired colours and textures, this brand is one for the maximalists. Expert at the mix and match, we love how the brand’s sheet sets, quilt covers and cushions create a playful Bohemian vibe in the bedroom.
Not the first place you’d expect to find fabulous bed linen but we like to think of it as a hidden gem. From florals to checks, plain and abstract designs, the line-up is strong but the prices are reasonable. For example, the 100% linen duvet cover below is priced at $200 which is a steal in our books! With waffle blankets, down duvet covers, pillows and more available, it really is a one-stop bedding shop.
Featuring collaborations with contemporary Australian artists, the Greenhouse Interiors bedding range comes in limited edition, highly covetable, prints. The art embellished range is designed to be mixed and matched with all of the pieces available to purchase separately. The range’s 100 per cent cotton art emblazoned bed covers are always a sell-out.
Another clever purveyor of mix and match bed linen, Melbourne’s Sheet Society don’t believe in being forced to buy bed sheets in sets; all of its items are available for individual sale making the brand a great choice for a bespoke look. Specialising in bed sheets that are trend-driven in terms of colours, designs and fabrics, the brand’s core products are made from luxurious long-stable Eden Cotton and French flax Eve linen but there’s boucle, corduroy and waffle options too. Invisible zips, extra wide elastic, a deep pillow fold and a folded top edge are all standard features.
This VIC-based brand do luxury linen “without the la di da” and pride themselves on keeping it real! “We are not your typical linen brand and we don’t get all fancy pants on our customers, we just want to give them the best night’s sleep, night after night,” says founder Nikki Cap. They specialise in only 100% premium pure French linen. “Quite simply, it’s damn good!”
This gorgeous bedding brand has a distinct retro vibe. There’s leopard print, gingham, floral patterns and more, all created in 100 per cent French flax linen. The brand also produces gorgeous napery and cushions as well as a lovely line-up of matching apparel.
We’re always excited for a new Kip & Co. drop and this week saw the launch of the brand’s Spring/Summer ’21 collection titled Golden Hour. Inspired by countryside weekend escapes, nature is certainly at the forefront – there’s bold florals, statement stripes and tactile tartans in a palette of golden hues, fresh blues, berry shades and ivy greens. Woven linens, giant tassels and plush quilting feature too.
“The collection is inspired by sweet weekend escapes where time moves slowly, while a wild and abundant nature comes into focus,” says Kip and Co. co-founder Alex McCabe.
The range includes new cushion and rug designs
The brand’s commitment to nature can be seen in its new sustainability focus also, with all of the cotton bedding in this range made from certified organic cotton. This means harmful chemicals, irritants and pollutants have been removed from the brand’s supply chain and there is reduced water usage in the manufacturing process too. With these new practices, this season alone, Kip & Co. will save over 25 million litres of water!
This beautiful striped linen is available in a gorgeous blush shade too
“For the kids, we’re channelling those perfect days, where you can briefly unplug and reconnect with the simple pleasures of life,” says Alex. There are embroidered florals, jumping frogs, diving penguins and a starlit night design. The collection also sees the return of several kids’ favourites including velvet beanbags, petal cushions, duffle bags and floor rugs.
This season’s tabletop offering is rather gorgeous with two new brass napkin rings available in a tropical palm or fish design, perfect for summer entertaining. “We’re getting festive in the kitchen as we head into the season of entertaining. Our beautiful tableware and cutlery celebrate the joy of nourishing and flourishing our bodies and sharing that with those we love the most!” says Alex.
TablewareThe range includes two new brass napkin holder designs including this palm one
The kids’ apparel range is typically bold but this time includes swimwear too. “Our kids’ apparel is a collection packed with colour to match their energy! Dedicated to all those kids who are shooting stars, we have prints that will spark their imaginations and styles that are ready for their biggest adventures.”
The brand has added cute kids’ swimwear to its offering
Kip & Co.’s new autumn collection is big on texture
While there’s plenty for maximalists in the new Kip & Co. range ‘Magic Happens,’ the collection is brimming with options for those who favour a more subdued aesthetic. The brand’s…
Inspired by old world glamour and shot in Melbourne’s iconic Beverley Hills apartment building, Kip & Co.’s High Winter 2021 collection is designed to transport you to another era with its luxe, decadent fabrics, colours and textures.
The range features three key prints – a signature animal print ‘Madagascar Earth’ which was designed to evoke Hollywood glamour, a bold oversized black and white gingham and ‘Bush Flowers’ which is a delicate floral inspired by the Australian wilderness.
We love this oversized gingham design
“It’s something of a miracle that we’re able to share this range with you – the collection was designed in 2019 and was originally due to launch in 2020 but due to lockdowns faced by our beautiful suppliers, and then some wild decisions by the freight gods, it’s only just landed now,” says Kip and Co.’s co-founder Alex McCabe.
The ‘Madagascar Earth’ design is a warm zebra print
For the first time ever, the brand has introduced two Kantha quilts – a small, straight running stitch is a hallmark of the design that originates in Bengali embroidery. “These are a modern take on the traditional South Asian Kantha blanket. Our edition is hand-embroidered, quilted and filled to create the perfect trans-seasonal blanket keepsake,” says Alex.
The brand’s new Kanthi quilts are a timeless buy
Range aside, the collection images are an excuse to step inside the stunning and very ‘grammable home of interior stylist Heather Nette King. Located in South Yarra, Heather’s home is inside the Beverley Hills apartment building, which was designed and built in 1935 by the architect and developer Howard Lawson. The Spanish Mission meets Hollywood glamour vibe proved perfect for the latest Kip & Co collection.
The original stained glass window is something else!
There’s no denying that winter is with us with plummeting temperatures seen across Australia in the last couple of weeks. So, there couldn’t be a more perfect time to bring…
Kip & Co. Spring Summer 2020 range inspired by vacationing at home!
While Kip & Co.’s latest Spring/Summer collection ‘Vacay’ was designed last summer, its inspiration has since proved rather prescient. In an eery twist, it was centred around the idea of…
With temperatures starting to drop, we’re rather excited about the potential for bedroom restyling – out with summer’s light fabrics and colours and in with a much more autumnal vibe. With key colours including tobacco, navy, lilac and sage, this year’s autumn/winter looks are all about sumptuous texture.
L&M Home: Released recently, the brand’s new Massimo collection won’t win many awards for pushing the envelope but boy is it luxe. Comprised of soft cotton quilted in a linear design, this design would suit just about any interior style. Pair it with tobacco toned velvet cushions for a crisp autumn look.
Castle and Things: Rachel Castle’s latest collection features more of her iconic spots and stripes but this time with an autumn/winter colour update.
“We wanted our new autumn/winter range to squeal ‘snuggle’ factor, warmth with a twist and grown up but cosy. So, we’ve got little buttery spots and big cloudy stripes with the cosiest new butterscotch floral. This season tells our signature story – strictly edited modern classics with a cheeky little wink,” says Rachel Castle.
Photo: Lisa CohenThe gorgeous new butterscotch floral (Photo: Lisa Cohen)
The aqua stripe looks fabulous paired with the tobacco spot (photo: Lisa Cohen)
Aura Home: Available in navy and caramel, Aura’s new Maya chenille quilt cover draws inspiration from the old and the new. Made from 100 per cent pure cotton for, we love its textural, bohemian vibe.
Kip & Co: Titled ‘Magic Happens,’ the autumn Kip & Co. collection has plenty for the maximalists and for those who favour a more subdued aesthetic. And while there are myriad florals, texture abounds with cotton velvet, French linen, soft cotton, chunky blanket knits, and waffle fabrics rounding out the range.
Linen House: Constructed from fine cotton voile, and trimmed with frayed rustic edges, the new Elysian bedding from Linen House gets our tick of approval. We’re particularly fond of the on-trend orchid/lilac and eucalyptus colour ways.
The brand’s new Della design is much bolder – a hand-painted, gestural leaf design features in 1970’s inspired hues.
Elysian in orchid
The bold Della design has a retro feel
Elysian in eucalyptus
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While Kip & Co.’s latest Spring/Summer collection ‘Vacay’ was designed last summer, its inspiration has since proved rather prescient. In an eery twist, it was centred around the idea of holidaying at home. “Little did we know how literal that inspiration would become!” says co-founder Alex McCabe who is based on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula.
“When home is your whole world, we want it to be the most beautiful world possible. This range is a reminder that just because you can’t go away, doesn’t mean you can’t vacay,” says Alex of the fun new range that features lots of gorgeous green and lavender tones.
And just like every other outing from the brand, this one pairs a clash of prints including feminine florals, classic stripes, Australian seascapes and lots of brilliant blooms. Key colours include chestnut brown and vintage pastel hues of clear blue, agave green and the aforementioned lavender – all designed to bring calm and serenity to the home this summer.
“In a nutshell, it continues the mix and match story that is uniquely Kip & Co!” says Alex.
Brand stalwarts will be glad to see favourites such as the tassel throws and velvets have been reproduced in new shades. The velvet cushion line-up has been reimagined too – the cute new Monstera design is one for the plant addicts.
Those new Monstera cushions are super cute
Velvet laptop cases have been added to the line-up also; a savvy move by the brand as a stylish spot to store your computer can be surprisingly hard to find. “The laptop cases are a fun new addition, as is the monstera cushion and delicate daisy chain cut-out bed throw.”
Throwback time: This peach daisy chain cut-out throw is giving me all the 90’s feelsA rather fun laptop case
When it comes to clothing, the latest apparel is some of Kip & Co’s best yet; stripes interplay with florals and a gorgeous Christmas star print make for a highly covetable range.
“For the little ones, we’re dialling up the fun with embroidery, foil, and full on colour in our prints – from cult favourite dinos, to rainbow shards, and outer space adventures. This range is sure to keep the kids dreaming big this summer,” says Alex.
Mix and match bedding tips from Kip & Co
It’s the time of year where we’re all adding extra layers to our beds for warmth but the more we add, the harder it can be to achieve a cohesive…
It’s the time of year where we’re all adding extra layers to our beds for warmth but the more we add, the harder it can be to achieve a cohesive look. And if you love the less formal mix and match look for your bed and you’ve tried it, you’ll know it can be pretty hard to pull off. So we asked our friends at Kip & Co to share their tips, because they sure know how to make a riot of colours, patterns and textures look effortless and amazing!
Even better, once you’ve learned how to do it, you have a chance to win a $500 Kip & Co voucher (more on that at the end).
1. Pick a palette. When you mix and match bedding, things can get a little wild, so having a colour to marry everything together is a great anchor point.
2. Choose your own adventure. Mixing and matching is awesome because you can really make it yours and find your own style. That might mean starting with a little pop of a print in the pillowcases, before you go full print pirate!
3. Layer lover. This is the perfect time of year to get into mix and matching because you’ve got so many layers to work with to create the perfect snuggly space. Use the quilt cover as your starting point and add fitted and flat sheets, pillows, euros, cushions, a throw and a valance.
4. Texture time. Mix and matching isn’t just about throwing together prints and colours. Try to incorporate different textures every time you put a bed together and it’ll feel instantly more luxurious. Trial new textures with winter velvets or a chunky throw.
5. Play the long game. Think about the rest of your linen cupboard and pick pieces that will go with your linen “wardrobe”. The beauty of embracing mix and match is that there is no need for something to have just one “season”, everything you add to your collection should bring new life and love to your existing pieces.
It’s an unlikely hue to claim top-dog status but suddenly it seems like mustard is everywhere! A fabulous complement to black and white schemes it also looks rather excellent paired with tan leather and it makes indoor greenery look even lusher. From cushions to bed linen, upholstery and vases the colour is surprisingly versatile which makes us wonder why we haven’t pursued it before?!?
Linen House Nimes Chai linen quilt cover set: Who would have though that block mustard could look so good? With its vintage look and drape, this linen quilt set is pre-shrunk and pre-washed ensuring it’s super soft too. $199.95.
Urban Eden Chalice vase in hot mustard: Made from powder coated stainless steel this statement vase is a modern take on a classic footed urn. $73 (large).
Onyx & Smoke child/tween velvet lounger chair in mustard: Available in child and tween sizes (and in over 40 colours!), these custom made lightweight chairs can be moved between the play room to the reading corner with ease. The cover can be removed for washing too. From $240.
Kip & Co mustard salad servers: Lacquer finish stainless steel heads with hand crafted acrylic handles, these would punch atop a green salad. $79.
A rather divisive hue, purple is suddenly all the rage on the interior scene which is not surprising given Pantone named ‘Ultra Violet’ the colour of 2018. And while there are plenty of purple iterations doing the rounds (deep plum, royal purple, mauve and lavender to name a few), it’s lilac that we’re rather taken with.
Taubmans ‘Lavendula’ paint: Julia and Sasha used a gorgeous paint shade on the front door of their most recent renovation (pictured below). It’s a stunning pastel neon (an oxymoron I know!), it really pops agains the brass hardware.
Limoges Legle Parma teapot: Made in France since 1771, Limoges porcelain is in a league of its own – these teapots are not only handmade but they’re hand decorated with gold trim. $370.
The 12th collection from Melbourne bedding brand Kip & Co, ‘First Light’ launches today and as usual it’s bursting with colour – think sorbet tones and plenty of 70’s hues including a splash of the 2018 Pantone colour of the year. There are also bundles of fun prints with gemstones, kittens, unicorns and pretty florals that all make for an eclectic mix indeed!
“The collection was inspired by the pastel skies of dawn and the vibrancy of a new day with feminine florals and an array of beautiful colours,” says Kip & Co’s Hayley Pannekoecke. Cinnamon, tobacco, petrol blue, vanilla, strawberry and peach all feature in the range that is sure to please Kip & Co diehards.
The popular tassel throws are back in a variety of new shades
A couple of highlights for us include the oversized knitted ‘chunkie’ throws, the quilted heart print bedding and the frilled linen (ideal for a little girl’s room). And we were also excited to hear that the brand is reviving its cult favourite print, the Croc, which will be available again in bedding for adults, kids and babies.
The ever-popular Croc print
The range also features that popular 70’s textile – satin. And before making a snap judgement, it is one of the more beautiful executions of the fabric that we’ve seen in a long time and it’s gotten Hayley excited too.
Floral quilted satin – who would have thought?
“My favourite pieces would have to be the beautiful new satin quilted bedding range which includes four gorgeous colours with detailed embroidery. They are super soft and feminine and they will add a really vibrant and almost Mediterranean feel to your bedroom.”
I’m loving this oversized knitted ‘chunkie’ throw
There are also waffle bath mats, travel accessories, tableware, towels and some fabulous floor cushions. “I am also in love with our new GIANT floor beanbag – it’s the bomb!” says Hayley.
The child and baby ranges are also a lot of fun, and as per usual feature plenty of playful prints – kittens, gem stones, magical unicorns, cheeky dinosaurs and retro ball games are some of the standouts.
This kitten print is especially fun
In addition to the regular line-up of baby bedding, blankets, bags, beanbags, play mats and bamboo swaddles, there are some fabulous sweat tops and track pants for the little ones also.
“We shot the new collection in the most amazing Moroccan bohemian style home. The home was completely white and filled with the most glorious light. The natural light of the home in the tropics was amazing and suited our collection perfectly,” says Hayley.
Gem stones abound!
To celebrate the ‘First Light’ collection launch, Kip & Co is giving away a $500 voucher to one lucky Interiors Addict reader. For your chance of winning, complete the form below by 5pm AEST on 12 March 2018. Open to Australian residents only.
Following on from the huge success of 2016’s May Gibbs X Kip & Co collection, the range’s best sellers are back for one final recut this month and we are rather excited! And with the first drop selling out in under a week, you’d best be keyboard-ready when this nostalgic line launches today.
“We were so thrilled at the response to our May Gibbs collection, which was huge! The range was so well received a year ago and we continually get people asking about it so we decided to do another release. We had a good feeling that the Kip girl would love it. We had mentioned it to a bunch of girlfriends and all of them were excited about it. There’s obviously immense childhood nostalgia associated with May’s illustrations and stories and people want to share that now with their children,” says Kip & Co’s Hayley Pannekoecke.
Initially created to celebrate the centenary of Australia’s beloved Gumnut Babies and Snugglepot & Cuddlepie, fans who missed out last time will be able to get their hands on kids’ and baby bedding, blankets, swaddles, cushions and play mats one final time. “The biggest sellouts last time were all the styles in the Wattle Babies print. It’s fresh and whimsical and we hope we have made enough this time so that nobody misses out. It sold out in under a week last time and this will be a second and final recut,” says Hayley.
The popular Wattle Babies print
Other top sellers included the quilted bedspreads, and they will also make a comeback. “The beautiful quilted bedspreads are a keepsake and were the second biggest seller last time. There is so much to explore in the big montages of May’s works,” says Hayley who notes the pea cushions (especially the Koala print) flew off the shelves too.
Pea cushion
Aside from the homewares offering, the limited-edition reprise also includes a couple of gorgeous new pieces including kids’ sweaters and track pants. “It’s a brand new offering for us at Kip & Co and we think it’s something that the Kip gal will be super excited about. They are so cute! We have created a new design called Blossom Babies for the sweater collection which is super feminine and a favourite of mine,” says Hayley of the blue and pink sweater that is at the top of my want-list too.
They were the diabolically delicious drawings that inspired a generation, and now, the 1986 book Animalia, is being brought back to life in a colourful collection of kids and baby bedding and accessories.
You could win a signed copy of Animalia and a unicorns and umbrellas pea cushion (pictured top left)
Joining forces with Australian label Kip & Co, Animalia was a childhood favourite for the girls behind the brand. “We were all read Animalia as little tikes and loved getting lost in the magical drawings night after night,” says co-founder Kate Heppell. “It’s a tradition we’ve passed on to our kids and now it is one of their absolute favourites.”
Written and illustrated by Melbourne’s Graeme Base, Animalia is more than just an alphabet book, it’s a fantastical alliterative journey through the animal kingdom. Striking a chord the world over, it reached number five on the New York Times bestseller list and featured in a 40-foot billboard on Sunset Boulevard. “Animalia is a book for everyone,” explains Graeme. “It was never intended for any particular age and I think that’s why it still has such a strong connection with so many.”
Over 30 years later and Graeme‘s zany zig-zagging zesty tale is still well and truly alive, but this time in bedding and homewares! The collection includes kids and baby bedding, cushions. sleepwear, play mats, swaddles and wicked santa sacks. And don’t worry, the prints are just as wild as the book! Think enormous elephants expertly eating easter eggs, great green gorillas growing grapes in a gorgeous glass greenhouse and lazy lions lounging in the local library. Let your imagination run free!
For your chance of winning one of three sets of a signed copy of Animalia and a unicorn cushion, please complete the form below by 5pm AEST next Tuesday 21 November.
A child of the 1980’s, I just about choked on my turmeric latte when I heard about the new Kip&Co collaboration with May Gibbs. As iconically Australian as Vegemite, May Gibbs’ characters are etched in my memory making this collection a wonderful, nostalgic treat that was created to mark the 100-year birthday of Snugglepot and Cuddle Pie. Kip & Co have called it their “hand on heart, proudest collaboration yet” and I can see why – the stylish collection could so easily have ventured into cheesy territory but it’s anything but.
That round cushion!
“Our May Gibbs x Kip & Co collaboration has been bubbling away since the beginning of the year when we were approached with the opportunity to license some of May Gibbs’ images in celebration of the 100-year anniversary of the gum nut babies. May Gibbs was really big in the 1980s when Kate, Hayley and I were kids, so there was an enormous amount of nostalgia about the whole thing. We were swapping memories of Banksia Man and Rugged Blossom,” says Kip & Co’s Alex van der Sluys.
The collection includes kids and baby bedding, blankets, swaddles, cushions, playmats, sleepwear and Santa sacks. “There are limited numbers of each item as we wanted this to be something very special that you could pass down to your kids’ kids. I think the Santa sack is my favourite – it’s really beautiful and something you’d keep for decades,” says Alex.
“I read once that these were Australia’s first non-indigenous fairy tales which is a super nice idea. Like all good fairy tales, they are passed down from one generation to the next and have just become part of Australia’s DNA!” says Alex.
May Gibbs is something of a hero for the Kip & Co ladies too. “She is a seriously inspiring and impressive lady boss. Against all odds, May found a way to tell a story of conservation and environmentalism, defied expectations and became an unconventional, savvy businesswomen, and created our first, local non-indigenous fairy tales. We think she is one of the great untold female artists who shaped the Australian artistic and children’s literature landscape,” says Alex.
Santa sack
Wonderfully, before her passing, May bequeathed the copyright for her designs to two charities – the Northcott Disability Services and the Cerebal Palsy Alliance. “She ensured those in need will continue to benefit from her entrepreneurialism long after her passing. Hats off to May, right!?” says Alex.
Lovers of maximalism will be pretty excited about the new spring/summer 2016 collection from Kip & Co. Titled ‘Subtropics,’ it’s a typically bohemian affair with a range of new patterns that are as colourful as they are diverse – needless to say, if you like your homewares subdued, this is not the brand for you!
“We are forever inspired by our daily journey, art, fashion, our kids, and our travels,” says Kip & Co’s Hayley Pannekoecke of the eclectic inspiration behind the brand’s new designs.
With plenty of linen, soft cotton and velvet, the range covers every corner of the home from rugs to blankets, cushions, towels, tableware, bags (cosmetic and weekenders) and has a great baby and kids offering too. The range of bamboo baby swaddles are particularly cute and would make a great baby shower gift.
Gorgeous tassel details
“I’m in love with our new bejewelled brass and resin cutlery set which will be the talk of the table this summer and turn any table into absolute prettiness! I adore our new duffle bags made of durable and hardwearing canvas. I am currently travelling Europe with one and it is the best, super cool looking and it holds all my carry-on luggage.”
New resin and brass cutlery
You can also wear Kip & Co’s fun prints as they’ve branched out into a body line with casual, slouchy lounge-style sleepwear and bath robes for adults and kids.
“We have some really exciting new additions to the range, including resin and brass cutlery, cosmetic and toiletry purses and cases as well as super cool new designs in the Kip body collection that are beautifully soft. We’ve also got some new cool designs including a drop crutch pant and boyfriend tank,” says Hayley.
Brimming with bold prints, a gorgeous colour palette and signature quirk, it would seem it’s business as usual for Kip & Co with their Autumn Winter 2016 collection.
“The Stardust collection has something a bit fantastical and magical about it. It’s also got a very feminine soft colour palette that works with the season’s stone fruit, soft rose, burnt brandy, grape and silver,” says Hayley Pannekoecke, of Kip & Co.
Along with a great range of sleepwear, the brand has added travel bags to its line-up for the first time. “They are the ultimate weekender bag and they feature leather trims, brass hardware and Kip & Co detailing. They’re the perfect accessory for the memory-making wanderer,” says Hayley of the bags that come either entirely in leather or in printed or plain waxed canvas with leather trim.
Travel bag
“Every season, we take inspiration from the things going on in our world. From the little moments to the big adventures, trinkets we pick up at markets, and things our kids doodle,” says Hayley. And with so many children around them, it makes sense that the range features plenty for the little ones too – this season, fans will be able to purchase bassinet sheets for the first time. “They are a great alternative to the safe, sweet, traditional baby stuff.”
Bassinet sheets – a first for the brand
We’re particularly fond of the multi-purpose quilted floor mats which are available in a number of new prints.
“There really isn’t anything else like the floor mats around – they’re perfect for home and great to pop in your bag if you’re heading over to a mate’s place to show off your rug rat. They’re practical and stylish which is a pretty good combo!” says Hayley.
Diehard fans of the brand will be excited to see there is plenty of the brand’s signature velvet in the new collection too.
“Velvet pillows have basically changed my life! There is nothing like sleeping on velvet. There’s something about the depth of colour and texture of velvet that you just can’t compete with and as we move into winter, it’s the ultimate friend to keep you snug at night.”
Anyone who’s ever been in the market for baby and children’s products, will have come across Tinitrader at some point. It’s a fabulous online destination for children’s interiors and in exciting news for Sydneysiders, the site is hosting a bricks and mortar event from this Friday to Sunday (February 19-21).
“Mums love to shop on our website and browse through our extensive product range. The concept for our pop-up shop is to bring to life what is already available online,” says Kerri Turner, Tinitrader CEO.
Promising a treasure trove of interiors inspiration for the little ones’ rooms, the pop-up shop will showcase the work of key stylists and brands – a great opportunity for parents to glean some creative ideas for their nests.
With over 30,000 products on sale, visitors can expect to see the latest from Bugaboo, Lilly & Lolly, Toucan and Wooden Collective as well as the brand new collection from childrens’ bedding brand Kip & Co.
“People can see, touch and even buy the products on display, all in the enjoyable Tinitrader experience. It’s the perfect atmosphere for parents to embrace their inner decorators,” says Kerri who adds that there will be sampling and refreshments on offer too.
Pre-register your attendance here to go into the draw to win a children’s bedroom package.
Tinitrader Sydney pop-up
Friday 19 February – Sunday 21 February
55 Mentore Avenue, Rosebery
Friday 10am-5pm | Saturday 10am-5pm |Sunday 10am-4pm
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