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travel.// Kirsty http://www.blogger.com/profile/05884990966930970213noreply@blogger.comBlogger132125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-60448949457118545732015-12-24T09:00:00.000+11:002015-12-24T15:23:20.374+11:00SAN TAYLOR // SWIMWEAR<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you're oscillating between the beach & home like many of us this summer (Hello Global Warming), then you'll be needing a snazzy stockpile of togs!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Inspired by the sheltered coves of Saint Tropez & the seductive landscape of Cinque Terre, <a href="http://www.santaylor.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>SAN TAYLOR</b></span></a> swimwear is an ode to the unconstrained & carefree European summer. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Designed & made in Australia, bikini queen & all-round-cool-chick <b>Kathy Taylor</b> has </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">mastered the perfect combination of sexy, sophisticated, luxury (whilst also focusing on superior quality & craftsmanship) to produce a timeless set of togs created for women 'who want to feel womanly, confident and liberated'. W O R D! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Do yourself a favour & slip into a slice of Mediterranean luxury right now...the <a href="http://www.santaylor.com.au/products/st-tropez-tomato-1-top"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>St Tropez</b></span></a> is waiting for you. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">In an attempt to avoid seasonal interlopers & inevitable last-minute kvetching (Christmas shopping), I've decided to get off my bum & get organised NOW. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you're looking for gifty ideas for little people, here are a couple of my favourite things...</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>BONTON</b> | <a href="http://www.bonton.fr/en_4/cardigan-poche-39311.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Alpaca Pocket Cardigan</span></a></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Woodland Tale</b> | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/184461052/beige-and-gray-raccoon-plush-softie-toy?ref=shop_home_active_6"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Soft Critters</span></a></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Plant Planet</b> | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/164744387/seasonal-fruits-of-california-lithograph?ref=shop_home_active_2"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Seasonal Fruits 25 x 19" Print</span></a></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Evie Barrow</b> | <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/eviebarrow?ref=listing-shop-header-item-count"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Original A5 Painting</span></a></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Fanny & Alexander</b> | <a href="http://fannyandalexander.com.ar/Toys.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Heirloom Wooden Tool Set</span></a></span><br />
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From Victoria's culinary pearl, The Macedon Ranges, <a href="http://rawchocolate.net.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>R A W Chocolate</b></span></a> is handmade in small batches by chocolatier extraordinaire Casey Pringle. You'll find her sifting, slowly melting and pouring the same Peruvian Cacao goodness for you as she does for her own family. MIAM.<br />
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Casey's handcrafted deliciousness is sans dairy - soy - refined sugar & assembled using organic - raw - fair-trade ingredients. Chocolate that ticks all the boxes!<br />
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Looking for a tasty Christmas stocking filler? Um. Yep. Do. It.<br />
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Available via the <a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/product/r-a-w-chocolate"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Otis & Otto</span></b></a> store now.<br />
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Image: <a href="http://tarapearce.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Tara Pearce</b></span></a>// Kirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08917422655827627938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-29081014481179055862015-11-14T12:00:00.000+11:002015-11-16T14:30:41.120+11:00FELTING DREAMS <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Despite post-holiday malaise, I've been gathering some superb content for the bloggidy-blog & it's about time I shared the newness & cuteness with you. HUZZAH!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Spotted via Etsy, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/feltingdreams?ref=profile_shopname"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Felting Dreams</b></span></a> exquisitely crafted forest nymphs are probably the cutest little tinkers EVER!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">With a fondness for petit forest dwellers (currently re-watching <a href="http://www.amazon.com/The-Borrowers-Regions-Ian-Holm/dp/B005O05GKK"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>The Borrowers</b></span></a>) & Ratatouilles enigmatic protagonist <a href="http://disney.wikia.com/wiki/Remy"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Remy</b></span></a>...I know what I'll be adding to my Christmas wish-list! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With plans to escape the arctic tundra very soon (Goodbye Victorian Surf Coast - Hello Europe!) I'm thinking about sunshine, sandals & swimsuits. And vin blanc...lots of V I N!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What usually presents itself as an irritating annual challenge - swimsuit shopping post Winter, now seems easy thanks to <a href="http://www.nu-swim.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Nu-Swim</b></span></a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Designed & manufactured in California, Nu-Swim offers a tidy selection of minimal, affordable & timeless togs. Oh. So. Refreshingly. Simple. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you <a href="http://www.nu-swim.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Nu-Swim</b></span></a>. I'm ready for the pool now...and that glass of wine! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Although I've enjoyed revisiting some of my favourite childhood reads since becoming a parent, I find it difficult to resist gobbling up new reads for mini...there are just SO MANY AMAZING BOOKS for little folks these days...and BIG folks too! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here are some of our go-to reads, do you have a favourite? </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Home </b>| Carson Ellis</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Julia, Child</b> | Kyo Maclear</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Georgina & Dad the Dragon</b> | Katrien Pickles</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>PEOPLE</b> | Blexbolex</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Just Being Audrey</b> | Margaret Cardillo</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Henri's Walk to Paris</b> | Leonore Klein</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">P.S - Georgina & Dad the Dragon is available in the Otis & Otto store <a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/product/georgina-dad-the-dragon-katrien-pickles"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">HERE</span></b></a></span>// Kirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08917422655827627938noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-80559479027240538062015-06-15T16:00:00.000+10:002015-06-15T17:02:08.953+10:00GRANDY & BAA <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This morning I spotted a sweet little softie via Jodi's dreamy </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.practisingsimplicity.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Practising Simplicity</span></a> </b>IG feed. Smitten, I swiftly tracked down his originator - Rachael Ashman of <a href="http://grandyandbaa.blogspot.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Grandy & Baa</b></span></a>. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A fellow Melburnian & busy lady, Rachael expertly juggles making - baking - motherhood and by that I mean - in between blogging, gardening, sharing her culinary adventures & raising two children, she sews together cute softies for us to snoodle. Seriously A M A Z E. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whether you are looking for les enfants présents parfaits or a treat just for moi, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/grandyandbaa"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Grandy & Baa's</b></span></a> cosy collection of Gazelles, Racoons & Frenchy inspired mini-folk are sure to delight! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Go on...get snoodling! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you haven't had the good fortune to spot one of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/racheljOK"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>racheljOK's</b></span></a> dreamy tapestries in person, you'll be sure to see one in your Pinterest or Etsy feeds soon. Self-taught Melbourne creative Rachel Johnstone has been busy honing her craft & weaving up a storm since taking on the loom 2 years ago!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Inspired by Melbourne ex-pat & cult fiber craftslady <a href="http://maryannemoodie.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Maryanne Moodie</b></span></a>, Rachel initially started by teaching herself the basics. Experimenting with a cornucopia of techniques & colour palettes, Rachel has steadily developed a diverse range of bespoke weavings...ranging from free-form organic compositions to statements of bold, geometric colour. Smitten with fiber-art (& highly skilled), Rachel has quickly became a stalwart of the local market scene & launched her own successful Etsy store. Go girl!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In keeping with Melbourne bonhomie, Rachel also hosts sweet little workshops for others keen to learn! You can keep up to date <a href="https://instagram.com/racheljok/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>here</b></span></a>.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Hooley Dooley. Sorry for the inexpiable lapse in communication folks...it's been a relentlessly chaotic (& prodigious) start to the new year! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In honour of my recent travels, I thought I'd kick things off with a mini-guide to <b>Hobart, Tasmania</b>. Just a 50 minute flight from the mainland, Australia's island state capital city is a quaint, cultural blend of painterly landscapes, locavore-friendly eateries & early settler architecture. And it's fair to say my (close-second) favourite city. The closet archaeologist & neophyte farmer within me could easily call Tasmania home...</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Just outside the CBD, landlubbers will be charmed by the cobbled bluestone streets & rambling Georgian cottages of <b>Battery Point</b>. Buccaneers & salty sea dogs alike will similarly be captivated by the nearby barnacle clad pylons of heritage listed <b>Salamanca Wharf</b>. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">There's plenty of goodness for hungry sightseers looking for homegrown nosh & alcoholic elixirs too! Where are your favourite hangs in Hobart?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.providorehobart.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Providore by Ethos</b></span></a> - Hobart CBD</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.larkdistillery.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Lark Distillery</b></span></a> - Hobart CBD</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="https://cascadebreweryco.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Cascade Brewery & Gardens</b></span></a> - South Hobart</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://pigeonholecafe.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Pigeon Hole Cafe</b></span></a> - West Hobart</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.brunyislandcheese.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Bruny Island Cheese Co</b></span></a> - Salamanca Arts Centre</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.pilgrimcoffee.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Pilgrim Coffee</b></span></a> - Hobart CBD</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://franklinhobart.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Franklin</b></span></a> - Hobart CBD</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">P.S - Looking for a place to stay? See <a href="https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/2320681"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>'The Barn'</b></span></a>. Swooooon.</span></div>
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// Kirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08917422655827627938noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-21208412791421865772014-11-23T12:00:00.000+11:002014-11-23T14:29:10.322+11:00THE HOLIDAY COLLECTION // COMING SOON<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Is it nearly December!? Sheesh. Where did 2014 go?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spring has been delightfully occupied by a myriad of sunshine, cultivating & feasting. And the office nook has been a hive of activity in preparation for the upcoming <i>'Holiday Collection'</i> with a winsome bounty of loot scheduled for release on 1st December 2014!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This expanded <i>'Holiday' </i>collection has you covered on all fronts...with goods suitable for seasonal fiestas, CHRISTMAS gifts & everyday treats. Win! Win! Win!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Although the official launch isn't until 1st December, you can preview this medley of loveliness <a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/products"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>NOW</b></span></a>. Enjoy.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Inspired by the poetry inherent with natural phenomena, NYC based botanical maven Briar Winters formulates environmentally conscious remedies designed to nourish your skin and spirit into winged resplendence!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Conscious to avoid artificial additives and scents, Briar thoughtfully handcrafts each product using seasonal, organic, fair-trade natural ingredients. Coupled with low-impact (& delightfully minimal) packaging, the <a href="http://www.marbleandmilkweed.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Marble & Milkweed</b></span></a> apothecary collection espouses a valuable personal and socially mindful philosophy - simplify the way you care for yourself and the planet!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">A selection of Marble & Milkweed botanical alchemy will be available in the <a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/products"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Otis & Otto Online-Shop</b></span></a> soon. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">How soon!? Next O & O collection - due for release December 1st. Hurrah!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Working at the intersection of sophisticated design and sustainable production, doyenne of California cool <a href="http://www.jessekamm.com/subIndex.html"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Jesse Kamm</span></b></a> continues to woo us with her supreme output of creativity. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Largely inspired by natural phenomena, Kamm espouses a deeply resourceful and mindful work ethic. Blending monochromatic palettes and versatile silhouettes, Kamm champions intuitive pieces 'built to last'. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">And this I can attest to! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Upon receiving a piece from Jesse, my first thought was 'Holy WOWSERS - what an investment, I will own this forever' - true story! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jesse's inspiring ideology coupled with impeccable, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ecologically sound craftsmanship provides a truly refreshing alternative (& antidote) to the overwhelming mass of rejectamenta floating around! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I strongly recommend you get acquainted with JK & peep her <a href="http://www.jessekamm.com/FW2014/FW2014page.html#"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>FW14</b></span></a> collection pronto...</span></div>
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// Kirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08917422655827627938noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-52060908446785869812014-07-23T12:00:00.000+10:002014-10-30T19:38:49.799+11:00STUDIO KO // MOROCCO<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Like remnants of an ancient citadel, Villas 'E' & 'K' by <a href="http://www.studioko.fr/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Studio KO</b></span></a> architects Karl Fournier & Olivier Marty blend seamlessly into the rugged foothills of Morocco's Atlas Mountains.<br />
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A hybrid of modernist & monolithic details, both lodges are covered in locally sourced Ouriko stone, characteristic of the regional architecture & desert complexion. Just one of the many amaaaaaazing discoveries on my radar since I began manifesting our trip to Morocco.<br />
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Morocco. Oh. Yes. Please.<br />
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Known for growing & manufacturing flax, Lithuania is fast becoming a leader in defining the natural lifestyle trend. Made & designed by two young Lithuanian artists, <a href="http://madebymuku.com/start"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>MUKU</b></span></a> balances a cosy, muted palette with elegant silhouettes based on form & function. </div>
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Designed with their 2 year old daughter in mind...durability, freedom of movement & natural fabrics serve as inspiration & essential criteria for developing their ranges. A similarly lovely line of adult clothing is also available...joy! </div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With a nod to the sartorial elegance of Audrey Hepburn & family-centric craftsmanship, Australian based online boutique <a href="http://www.ballettonet.co/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Ballettonet</b></span></a> recently launched another range of beautifully hand-crafted ballet flats with a notable provenance...<b>'Roman Holiday'</b>. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Working closely with artisanal shoemakers across Italy, co-founders <b>Stephanie & Ben Waters</b> established their range of 'wardrobe evergreens' with a commitment to quality & a love of age-old tradition...the end result - a range of comfortable classics built to last! Mi piiiiiiiiace! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">See more of their lovely Autumn / Winter 14 collection <a href="http://www.ballettonet.co/categories/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>here</b></span></a>. </span></div>
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// Kirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08917422655827627938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-29720848863693228562014-04-29T12:00:00.000+10:002014-08-29T23:29:35.471+10:00BUI MAREUREU BAAP // AS WORLDS DIVIDE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since first arriving on the Mentawai archipelago in 2008, film maker</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> <a href="http://www.asworldsdivide.com/team"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Rob Henry</b></span></a> has been documenting one of the last remaining ancient tribal cultures in the world. What initially began as a curious journey of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><em style="font-style: normal;">anthropological fieldwork </em></span>has since evolved into a deeply personal & captivating medley of film, kinship & a vision to help raise awareness for a community on the precipice of extinction. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The <a href="http://www.asworldsdivide.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b><i>Bui Mareureu Baap</i> : </b></span></a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><a href="http://www.asworldsdivide.com/"><b>As Worlds Divide</b></a></i> documentary film identifies a fundamental correlation between a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">previously flourishing tribal culture & the impact of Western modernity. The film, together with the recently established not-for-profit <b>IEF</b> organisation (</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">Indigenous Education Foundation) aims to</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;"> raise awareness & support for a </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">community based indigenous education model, critical to preserving the legacy of this truly extraordinary ancient civilisation. </span></div>
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// Kirstyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08917422655827627938noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6741129726878148084.post-32048491993306994032014-04-07T12:00:00.000+10:002014-04-29T12:12:32.494+10:00JUJUMADE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Defying the usual cacophony of sound, visitors & domestic detritus typical of our weekends, I managed to squirrel away some time for the blog yesterday. H U R R A H ! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To update you briefly, I've been following the work of a few inspirational artists & makers whose unfussy approach to design has helped to liberate our tiny closet space & reaffirm my 'built to last' philosophy when contemplating new purchases. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The organic textures & neutral palettes of <i>Jesse Kamm, Jujumade, Black Crane, Bandelier </i>&<i> Tracy Wilkinson</i> have all been on my radar. Ironically, they are all based in California...where I'm campaigning we move to - so it's a sign, right!? </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Working with ceramics & leather, Juliana Hung of <a href="http://www.jujumade.com/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Jujumade</span></b></a> crafts a range of beautiful, playful wearables including bangles, necklaces & bags. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">You N E E D to see her latest SS | 14 collection! Looky<b> </b><a href="http://www.jujumade.com/collection/spring-summer-2014" style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">here</span></a>!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since graduating from Art School, self taught clothing designer and sustainability advocate <a href="http://hackwithdesignhouse.com/about/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Lisa Hackwith</b></span></a> has immersed herself in the process of crafting quality wardrobe staples. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Impervious to passing trends, </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Lisa's wonderful melange of versatile, transeasonal garments are released slowly, as individual pieces rather than a grouped collection. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Simple, beautiful, enduring classics </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">to be kept in your closet for years to come.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Naturally, small batches of such loveliness are highly coveted & RARE so be quick to follow Lisa and all things <a href="http://hackwithdesignhouse.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Hackwith Design House</b></span></a> via <a href="http://instagram.com/hackwithdesign"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Instagram</b></span></a>. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Keep your eyes peeled for Hackwith Designs in the </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Otis & Otto</b></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> shop later this year too...! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Nestled in the halcyon surroundings of Dunedin, NZ <a href="http://lineshapecolour.blogspot.com.au/p/about.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Gemma Cagnacci</b></span></a> & Andrew Meehan's humble cabin offers a glimpse at life free from the vast surfeit of stuff & inessential objects we've become accustomed to. Their modest, uncomplicated retreat is punctuated by deeply personal mementos & natural materials concordant with the idyllic landscape. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Gemma has a wonderfully cultivated eye for detail & shares many of her design inspirations & photographic essays via her highly popular design journal / blog <a href="http://lineshapecolour.blogspot.com.au/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Line x Shape x Colour</b></span></a>. To see more of their dreamy Dunedin retreat . . . click <a href="http://lineshapecolour.blogspot.com.au/2014/01/the-farm-new-zealand.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>here</b></span></a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Seasons Greetings! I hope you are enjoying the sunshine & silly season festivities! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">The <a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Otis & Otto shop</b></span></a> is officially open & going silly with orders! Yippeeee! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">More products arriving in early 2014 . . . </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Happy New Year!!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Recently I visited the idyllic coastal retreat of <a href="http://www.koskela.com.au/accommodation/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Dickebusch</b></span></a>, Patonga as part of a very special two-day Kinfolk workshop. Gathering just outside Sydney, we met with organic chef & cookbook author <a href="http://www.janegrover.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Jane Grover</b></span></a> at Eveleigh Farmers Market who guided us through the markets local & delicious seasonal offerings. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Following our mouthwateringly good organic breakfast by Kylie Kwong, we then made our way to the NSW Central Coast for a weekend of foraging, kneading, weaving & preserving. During the four masterclasses, we were endlessly spoilt by <a href="http://bondibikkies.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Sarah Glover</b></span></a> & her blissfully yummy treats . . . sooo gooood! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Gastronomy aside, the weekend was made undeniably special by the people involved. Placing faces to the names of so many "online" friends was affirmation of a truly lovely weekend. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">My eyes have pleasantly adjusted to the fetching stock-pile of objects amassing in the office nook & are particularly fond of these <a href="http://www.stampel.net/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Stampel Studio</b></span></a> timber vessels. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Made from post manufacture timber, each vessel is finished with a plant-based eco wood oil & beeswax lined inner cavity to keep your flower stems content. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Happy in groups or flying solo, Stampel Studio's highly coveted Fasett Flower Vessels makes a lovely addition to any mantelpiece, desk space or window sill. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Coming soon to the <a href="http://www.otisandotto.com/products"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;">Otis & Otto</span></b></a> online shop. Squeeeeeeel! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As I sit in my little office nook & stop to review the latest work of jewellery maker <a href="http://hannahferrarasmitley.com/home.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Hannah Ferrara</b></span></a>, I'm reminded of the Japanese aesthetic <i>Wabi Sabi</i>. A mindset that celebrates simple living & objects that reflect authenticity & a makers touch.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Looking over the <a href="http://anotherfeather.com/artemis-ii/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Artemis II</b></span></a> collection, Hannah's appreciation for well-made craftsmanship is refreshing & </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">unequivocal</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. Using traditional metal smithing techniques & tools, Hannah champions pieces from sustainable resources, conscious to embrace their raw & natural imperfections & re-purpose where possible. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Soon you will be able to buy some of her lovely pieces from the O & O shop!!!!! </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Find out more about Hannah & her Another Feather label </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://anotherfeather.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>here</b></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sheesh! Where did September go? With 2 months of collaborations & new projects on the go, the blog space has been a little neglected. Oops! Absence noted! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The BIG news is that I am launching an online shop attached to the OTIS & OTTO blog. The shop will feature a curated collection of objects by makers & artisans who share my affection for handmade processes & production. More details to follow very soon!!!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Amidst shop plans, wrangling, entertaining, baking & gardening, I've also been trawling <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/otisandotto"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Pinterest</b></span></a> & <a href="http://instagram.com/otisandotto"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Instagram</b></span></a> for inspiration (P & I are both fantastic resources for sharing ideas & connecting with creative folks). </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Earlier this year I met freelance stylist & collector <a href="http://jenavitale.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Jen Vitale</b></span></a> via Instagram. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jen's effortlessly cool approach to simple living (& incredible indoor plant collection) is a constant source of inspiration.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">See her work</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://jenavitale.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>here</b></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Jen & her husband John inhabit a lovely navajo hued home in Portland, Oregon. Their thoughtfully curated sanctuary was recently featured by international interview magazine <a href="http://www.freundevonfreunden.com/interviews/john-jen-vitale/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Freunde von Freunden</b></span></a>. A MUST-SEE home tour!</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> Looky now! </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Rarely do I come across a publication that so perfectly combines engaging, uncontrived - ad free narrative with first-rate photography. Now in it's 9th issue, <a href="http://www.kinfolk.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>Kinfolk Magazine</b></span></a> continues to delight readers with thoughtful sentiments on entertaining & simplified living. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">With so much goodness in every issue, it seems fitting that a BOOK should be on the way! WOOT! <a href="http://www.kinfolk.com/shop/magazine/the-kinfolk-table-cookbook/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>The Kinfolk Table</b></span></a> will similarly reflect the Kinfolk aesthetic & philosophy of '<i>putting the emphasis back into the relationships that surround eating</i>' with a collection of 85 delectable recipes & accompanying photographs from creatives around the world. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Kinfolk lovers can pre-order a copy <a href="http://www.kinfolk.com/shop/magazine/the-kinfolk-table-cookbook/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><b>here</b></span></a>. </span><br />
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