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Art Designers Homewares Styling

Art & nature combine to create gorgeous range of living decor

Our obsession with beautifully presented indoor greenery continues and we’re loving the latest interpretation of the trend, the Art-House Series. A collaboration between Melbourne mothers Sarah Triolo of Glasshouse Terrariums and artist Rachel Bainbridge, this new range offers low-maintenance living decor that fuses nature with art – terrariums, kokedama moss balls and air plants combine with contemporary resin art for a gorgeous result.

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“Our Art-House Series currently consists of both a monochrome collection and a pastels collection with various resin art hanging platforms, a modern take on the vertical garden using resin artwork to hold air plants, placemats as bases for kokedamas and hand painted resin terrarium bases. We have created pieces that are fresh and original and full of heart. We would be proud to have these in our homes and we hope our customers feel the same,” says Sarah Triolo.

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Sarah Triolo & Rachel Bainbridge

And if, like us, your thumb isn’t exactly green, this range is ideal. The abstract painterly qualities of the air plant wall hangings aside, we love that the plants survive literally on air! In addition, not only do these plants, terrariums and indoor plants generally require minimal maintenance (perfect for our time-poor lives), they also take up a small amount of space for something that can have such great visual impact. We love the abstract painterly qualities of the air plant wall hangings, made from waterproof resin. “Resin art is water resistant which is an important quality when being used with plants and the sleek glass-like finish is the perfect complement to a terrarium range,” says Sarah.

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“We feel proud that each piece is completely handmade by ourselves, and that every piece we offer is unique.  We both feel very strongly about creating something that is of high quality and sustainable so that customers are buying a product that is made to last,” says Sarah.

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Rachel, a qualified primary school teacher with a degree in visual arts and Sarah, a qualified veterinarian, both came to their individual business ideas while in the throes of new motherhood. Launching Glasshouse Terrariums just a year ago, Sarah’s business has been a success –  you can see her wares in person at Melbourne’s upcoming Finders Keepers Market in July of this year. Since leaving teaching behind, Rachel has developed a career as a practicing artist, held several exhibitions over the last couple of years and released a range of handcrafted homewares too.

Shop the range at Glasshouse Terrariums and Rachel Bainbridge Art.

 

 

 

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Art Expert Tips Furniture Homewares

7 amateur-friendly DIY projects for your home

DIY projects can be scary (I’ve experienced enough glue-gun fiascos to know that!) but they can also be great fun, cost-efficient and even something to be proud of. Here’s 7 of our best DIY projects, and don’t worry, they’re amateur-friendly!

Buying a bed head for under $50 isn’t going to happen, so why not make one instead? Super easy (I promise) and renter-friendly, all you need is a piece of ply board, sandpaper, paint and paint brush, matte finishing spray, 3M hooks and a pencil. Follow our step-by-step instructions.

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If keeping plants alive is one of your life’s biggest challenges, a terrarium is the perfect answer. Not only are they easy to maintain, they are super easy to make. Follow these nine simple steps and get some greenery into your space.

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While Pinterest and Instagram have their place, nothing quite beats a physical, in the flesh, inspiration/mood board. But let’s be honest, no amount of magazine cut-outs and fabric swatches can hide an ugly cork board! So create your own, with just six supplies and our step-by-step guide.

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When interior and event stylist Steve Cordony undertakes a DIY project you know it’s going to be good, and his upcycled sideboard does not disappoint! With a full list of products, preparation advice and instructions, he gives you all the know-how to tackle an upcycling project with confidence.

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There’s no denying weavings are very on-trend, however, they look seriously complicated to make! But… with just a few simple techniques under your belt, creating a beautiful wall hanging is achievable. Just follow these step-by-step instructions.

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Teepees have rapidly become a staple for every kid’s room, so make sure your child doesn’t miss out! All you need is a $30 investment and in five steps, you’ll be done!

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Original art can often be expensive, so why don’t you give it crack? Sure, you most likely won’t be the next Van Gogh, but by following these achievable steps, you can create a beautiful geometric design. All non-artsy types welcome!

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We hope you liked this list. Let us know what you’d add.

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Homewares

Olivia’s Fab Four Insta-Finds 01.07.15

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Olivia’s Fab Four is a weekly post that features my favourite finds on Instagram for the past week. To be in the running, all you have to do is hashtag your product photos #oliviasfabfour and tag them with my handle: @oliviashead.

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Here are this week’s beautiful products (clockwise from top left)

1. Zamboanga Basket, $49, from Granite Lane. @granitelane

2. Hanging Planter, $24.99, from Typo. @typoshop

3. Bromelia Mini, $19.95, from Cup O Flora. @cupoflora

4. Fairy Solarjar, $80, from Happy Place Terrariums. @happyplaceterrariums 

I’ll be back with more next week! Olivia x

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Art Homewares

Olivia’s Fab Four Insta-Finds 10.06.15

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Olivia’s Fab Four is a weekly post that features my favourite finds on Instagram for the past week. To be in the running, all you have to do is hashtag your product photos #oliviasfabfour and tag them with my handle: @oliviashead.

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Here are this week’s gorgeous products (clockwise from top left)

1. Resin Art, $380, from Hello Sunday Designs. @hellosundaydesigns

2. Geometric Glass Teardrop Terrarium, $83.29, from Lonesome Hobo Glass. @lonesomehoboglass

3. Eat Resin Words, $45, from Mooza Designs. @moozadesigns

4. Winter Coconut & Soy Candle, $22.95, from Nourish and Nest. @nourishandnest

I’ll be back with more next week! Olivia x

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Expert Tips

How to: make a terrarium for your home or workspace

Adding a little bit of nature to your home or workspace can truly do wonders. Not only are plants and flowers beautiful, they can add some much-needed life to a dull, drab and dark interior. But, if like me you don’t have the best track record when it comes to keeping plants alive don’t lose hope! A terrarium is the perfect answer. Not only are they easy to maintain, they are super easy to make. Follow these nine simple steps and get some greenery into your space.

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Materials:

  • 1 plant
  • 1 glass globe
  • 1 bag potting soil (approx. 6cm thick for each terrarium)
  • 1 bag pebbles/gravel (approx. 3.5cm thick)
  • 1 bag activated charcoal (thin layer)
  • 1 pair of gloves
  • 1 small shovel
  • 1 spray bottle

How to make a terrarium:

Step 1: Once you have decided on a container it is important to clean it, making sure there are no stickers, grime or dirt that could affect the life of your plant.

Step 2: Fill the bottom of your container with 1 to 1.5 inches of small rocks. This will collect the water drainage. Pebbles or gravel can be used as they both allow drainage of water. Choose stones that are small to allow the most effective drainage.

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Step 3: Add some activated charcoal, not much is needed just enough to cover the rocks. This will keep your terrarium alive and healthy.

Step 4: Add potting mix as the next layer. Make sure enough is added to allow the roots of the plant to grow. It should be about 2.5 inches deep.

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Step 5: Lightly pat it down to remove air pockets and make a level surface. Be aware of what plant you intend to use, as some require special types of potting mix.

Step 6: Using a small shovel or your hands, dig a small hole in the terrarium to insert the plant. Make sure the hole is big enough to fit the roots of the plant.

Step 7: Gently place the plant in the hole. Fill in any gaps with extra potting mix and gently pat down to secure the plant.

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Step 8: Add any extra decorations or accessories to make your terrarium look how you want. Make sure everything is firmly placed or planted to allow growth. Moss, pebbles or sand are great to make it look like a real garden.

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Step 9: Lightly spray your terrarium to add moisture.

All materials are available at Bunnings. For more information.

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Homewares

Herb planters made from scrap boat sails in New York

One moment I think I’ve seen every type of planter or terrarium there is out there, and then the next, I’m finding something so cool, that it would be remiss not to write about!

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Introducing the Nomad portable herb planter by The Garden Apartment; a collaboration between Australian Stella Lee Prowse and Swiss Miriam Josi. Both product designers, they met during their time at Parsons The New York School For Design and not too long after, The Garden Apartment was born!

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Made from folded fabric, the design is perfect for urban environments with limited space for plants. Able to hang from a rope or sit on the coffee table, it can be kept close to the window for more sunlight or just plant one side and hang it on the wall to create a vertical garden.

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Made from scrap boat sails and boat covers, the materials are locally sourced from the post production waste of sailmakers in the Bronx, New York. Some of the materials are sailcloth from the 80s that isn’t up to par with today’s sailing industry.

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The form is made out of a fabric rectangle, folded into a double-sided pot and stamped with an eyelet. There is a gap between the two layers allowing the soil to breathe and drain. The design is reduced to its essential structural elements creating an efficient manufacturing process that all takes place in New York.

Nomad costs US$32 and ships to Australia for US$10. For more information.

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Interiors Addict

How to: make your own terrarium

Have you been looking for a way to add some greenery to your space? Check out this eye-catching terrarium I made in half an hour the other day!

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The terrarium trend is not slowing down any time soon and they are a great way to add some greenery to your interior. If don’t have a green thumb but love the idea of having hassle-free plants in your home, then terrariums were designed for you (and me, as I found out)! Seriously, anyone can make one. By the end of this post you’re going to wonder why you ever considered buying one already made!

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