trivet – The Interiors Addict

Sly’s Art Deco, laser cut bamboo trivets are certainly unique!

Featuring their signature geometric look, Sly’s first foray into tableware is unlike anything I’ve seen before. Inspired by the Art Deco era, their set of four small trivets (or coasters) and one large trivet, are precision cut from natural bamboo, a highly intricate process.

“They are laser cut which can be a timely process considering how intricate these designs are,” explains Sly founder Lauren Finks. “I also spent many month sampling, as I wanted to see how the lines translated into the bamboo and how they would hold cups and plates. I didn’t want to make them too gappy as I still wanted them to be functional.”

Choosing bamboo for its natural, lightweight and durable qualities (it’s used as scaffolding in Hong Kong!), Lauren then conditions the final products with raw linseed oil, to give the trivets a bit of waterproofing and a nice golden colour.

All produced in Australia, prices start at $50 for the set of four trivets. Pre-order now for late October delivery. Shop online.

Photography by Annette O’brien

Marble at the new Allegra Stone homewares range

Meet Allegra Stone, the new minimalist marble homewares range with a dash of luxurious allure.

Handcrafted from Italian Carrara Marble, this young label was created by Leonie Psillis and Anita Zappia from a desire to create one-of-a-kind marble pieces that were accessible to all.

“We love how our marble pieces allow us to romanticise the simplest things we use in our homes,” said Leonie. “Inspired by the female form; the curves, power and strength yet delicateness and sexiness of a woman is ultimately what sets off our vibe.”

These keepsakes from Allegra Stone will act as the hero piece of every room and tabletop they grace — the collection features vessels, vases, trinket boxes, trivets and trays, from $50 to $990.