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Table linen: The latest looks & our favourite new finds

It’s no coincidence that the tablescape trend coincided with people spending more time at home. A fabulous way to transcend the every day, there’s something so lovely and nostalgic about properly dressing a dining table. And from wavy details to multicoloured check designs there’s nothing stuffy about the latest round of table linen.

Little Tienda: Based on the Gold Coast, fashion and homewares brand Little Tienda has just launched two new tablecloth designs – there’s a pink and melon green iteration as well as a zesty check. “I love to entertain and setting the table is a big part of creating a special night for guests. Lovingly hand-blocked by our team in India, each tablecloth is a work of art in vibrant and refreshing hues,” says Little Tienda founder Emily Dezentje. From $90.

La Tienda
La Tienda

In the Roundhouse: We are massive fans of this brand’s ever-expanding dinner plate line-up but its napery is next level too. And while the brand makes simple two-toned, multi-coloured linen napkin sets it’s the scalloped edged placemats and napkins that are really something special – they are available in a variety of hues. From $70.

In The Roundhouse

Kip & Co x Jessica Nguyen: This collaboration is a match made in heaven. Created with Insta-famous cook Jessica Nguyen, the latest table linen from Kip & Co features two designs; a very fun chilli/tomato/vongole design as well as a bold check print. This collab has us longing for la dolce vita. From $29.

Kip & Co
Kip & Co

Aura Home: If plain table linen is more your thing you can’t go past the Aura Home collection of 100 per cent linen table cloths and napkins. There’s standard black and white options as well as seasonal hues including tobacco, clay, khaki and limestone. From $59.95.

Aura Home
Aura Home

Bonnie & Neil: Screen printed by hand, on gorgeous high-grade linen, the Bonnie & Neil table linen collection is so beautiful that it’s hard to pick a favourite design. From gingham to stripes and retro-inspired blooms, the brand’s colour palette is always on point. From $125.

L&M Home: From plain linen to stripes and hand block printed cotton designs, L&M home has a gorgeous line-up of pieces to dress your table. Most of it can be mixed and matched for a truly bespoke feel. From $75.

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L and M home

Mosey Me: Colourful Melbourne textile brand Mosey Me has a range of fabulous retro-feel table cloths and napkins featuring a series of fabulous prints. We especially love the ‘Garden’ and ‘Clay’ designs, both of which are printed on linen and handmade in India. From $75.

Mosey Me
Mosey Me’s ‘Garden’ design
Mosey Me
Mosey Me’s ‘Clay’ design
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Make a beautiful Easter table with Dandi

Is it just me or does looking at these photos get you seriously hungry?!

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Inspired by the changing seasons and good local produce, Dandi have created the perfect homewares and napery for your Easter table. Starting with the 100% organic cotton succulent design tablecloth and napkins available in Feather Grey or Citronelle Green, the naturally inspired hues of this chic print can be paired with Dandi’s sustainable bamboo platters and plates for serving up delicious festive fair. Add some interest with seasonal leaves or florals in ceramic pots for a striking centrepiece, or layer some delicate feathers with your napkins for a natural addition to your decor.

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To bring in elements of Easter symbolism, Dandi decorated with chocolate eggs and tactile nests for a delicious and eye-catching arrangement. The key to their Easter table is keeping things simple; they recommend using repetition and natural earthy tones, which will let the food be the hero of your celebration.

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Create your special moment this Easter with Dandi’s stylish Succulent and Bamboo collections. Shop online.

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Update your living/dining for Spring without breaking the bank

Sponsored by Freedom

We spoke to Freedom homewares buyer Korryn Bentley about the latest Spring trends and how to incorporate them into your home without breaking the bank.

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“There’s a really strong move toward all things pastel this Spring, we can’t get enough! But we’re also seeing some chalky hues in citrus tones with terracotta as a hero colour. This can be a really sophisticated colour palette when combined with metallic coppers which are really hot this season,” Korryn says.

In terms of bringing these trends into your home, Korryn suggests a simple, easy and fun way is with a collection of vessels or vases. “These new pieces can look great mixed back with some vintage pieces, don’t be afraid to mix and match. There’s no hard and fast rule, but try and keep it tonal. Most interior upholstery, fabric or leather are fairly neutral in colour, so a cluster of vessels in a palette of chalky hues can easily work in with this look.”

Vases

If you were going to invest in one large key piece from Freedom, Korryn recommends, without a doubt, the Manhattan sofa in Loft Ecru. “I love the oversized proportions, the sleek contemporary legs, not to mention the level of comfort is out of this world. I could easily spend my summer sprawled on that with a cocktail and good book. Bring it on!”

One tricky issue for many readers is making your open plan living and dining spaces work together. Korryn still suggests creating obvious living and dining zones to prevent the space becoming confusing. “The best way of doing this is with floor rugs, this really helps bring structure to your room and visually ties the whole space together. You can play with a pop of colour that’s repeated in the rug, it creates real harmony in an open plan, while defining the space.”

Bright Rugs

When it comes to making a statement when entertaining at home this Spring, Korryn loves a brightly dressed table with fresh flowers and colourful napery. “My dinnerware is all white, so I get to play with lots of interesting textures and patterns in napery and tend to incorporate jute string somehow, I love jute string!

“Spring is one of my favourite times of the year. I love fresh bed linen that’s been drying in the sun, throwing the windows open at home and pulling back my blockout curtains. Spring is all about sheer curtains on the windows and fresh flowers in every nook of the home for me, and that gentle scent of jasmine blowing through.”

Korryn’s top four updates from Freedom’s Spring range for under $50

  • Serena Vessel 23.5cm: The dusty hue with the graphic stripe, I just love this look.
  • Bukhara Cushion: Again the way those dusty, earthy tones play together with the stitching, it’s a tactile, textural gem.
  • Arrow Basket 46cm: Why should storage be dull? The Arrow basket is practical and pretty!
  • Zedd Cactus Orange 32cm: Somebody pass me a Margarita, these cactus pieces bring a fun Mexican feel to a space, sans the prickles.
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Interiors Addict

Utopia Goods’ popup shops: your Christmas gifts sorted!

If you’re still looking to buy unique and gorgeous Christmas presents for your loved ones, I highly recommend the pop-ups by one of my new favourite brands, Utopia Goods.

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To celebrate their first birthday, they’re selling their hand-printed textiles and accessories – much of which is inspired by Antipodean flora and fauna – at  popup shops in Sydney and Melbourne until 28 December.

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Madras Link’s colourful summer 2013 collection

Madras Link’s Summer 2013 Home Inspiration collection combines the latest international trends, infused with their signature style of bringing unique and affordable products to the Australian market.

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Our Summer13 collection embraced Brazilian themes, intense colour and tribal psychedelia which reflects the continued desire for vibrant colour in the home,” said Joan Pereira, product director.