There’s a song of change in the air in Geelong, Australia’s first and only UNESCO Creative City of Design and once known as the ‘wool centre of the world’. A new generation of designers is working to combat fast fashion’s culture of overproduction and disposability, proving that the future of our favourite threads doesn’t have…
Sharing a meal is a way to strengthen connections, forge new friendships, and perhaps even see the world through different eyes… No wonder everyone always ends up in the kitchen at parties! It’s the heart of the home, no matter your background. And in a world that feels so devastatingly off-kilter, perhaps the kitchen is…
If you love bold prints, joyful colours, and the kind of design that makes everyday life a little more artful, you’re probably already familiar with Marimekko. And if you haven’t yet fallen for London-based Swedish artist Petra Börner’s dynamic, nature-inspired artwork, trust us – you’re about to! This March, the Finnish lifestyle brand unveils the…
There’s something soothing about the rhythm and flow of knitting – the ASMR click of needles, soft pull of yarn, quiet satisfaction of a project taking shape, stitch by stitch… Right up until the moment your yarn decides to tangle itself beyond rescue, or the yarn ball heads off for an under-the-couch adventure (perhaps assisted…
Bloodstains and oil smears and socks (gross and sweaty)… What’s that on your sweater – last night’s spaghetti? Just a few of our least favourite things! Luckily, the folks at Aussie-made laundry and body soap experts Downunder Wash Co. know a thing or two about shifting stubborn stains, sustainably. Co-owners Marcus Steve and Tim Ye…
Want to change power companies, but even the thought of swapping drains your battery? The thing is, switching to a better provider can not only save you money (and help ease the cost of living) – it can also be an ‘easy’ win when it comes to living more sustainably, specifically if you’re choosing a…
Does the state of life, the universe, and everything make you want to turn into an ostrich? Forget FOMO and embrace your inner JOMO. The ‘joy of missing out’ means to derive pleasure from spending your free time doing whatever you want to do, often in a quiet and independent way, without worrying that something…
Have you ever watched the sun rise over a secluded beach, the sky unfurling in soft pinks and golds, while Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoos rasp out to greet the new day? If not, you’re missing one of the Central Coast’s quietest yet most spectacular rituals – a moment where nature takes centre stage. This natural abundance…
If we had a CD for every study done on the powerful effects of music on creativity, we’d have a pretty sweet collection for our Discman! And there’s a common harmony that flows through each report: listening to music – specifically upbeat music – can reduce feelings of anxiety, improve mood, and, in doing so,…
Cotton and linen and muslin, oh my! As many Australian sewists will attest, Spotlight is a veritable playground of fabrics and notions and all sorts of creative bits and bobs to help bring your projects to life. Laura our Sewing Manager popped along to Spotlight in North Lakes recently to take a peep at their…
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a person in possession of an event invitation (like, say, a date) must be in want of a suitably romantic outfit… Enter the Peppermint Valentine Ruffle Top! This floaty, flirty number will ruffle all the right feathers, and is designed to steal hearts, snag phone numbers and claim…
Call us sentimental, but we just love a day dedicated to making our friends feel all kinds of warm and fuzzies. Enter Palentine’s Day (or, like, Galentines, or Valentine’s – whatever floats your HMS Joy on the 14th of February!). On the hunt for cool ways to tell your bestie they’re the bee’s knees? That…