CHIT CHAT

FLOWERS BY JASMINE

Jasmine, Josh, and greyhound Frank are the trio behind Flowers By Jasmine – providing beautiful seasonal blooms to all of Christchurch for any occasion. With their own greenhouse of ever-changing florals and options from a hatbox to posies, there’s definitely something for your next celebration or event. flowersbyjasmine.co.nz

THE BATTLE IS ON!

The Art Battle for Just Peoples is back! Sponsored by Window Treatments and Suburban Estates, 12 artists battle the clock to paint a canvas in just 20 minutes, and the audience votes for the winner! All artworks will be silent auctioned in this fast-paced event on September 25th at Christchurch Town Hall. artbattlechristchurch.com

FORM AND FUNCTION

McKenzie and Willis’ Opito collection creates the perfect space to relax and unwind in the summer sun. Characterised by clean and simple forms, this sofa has a refined style designed for ultimate functionality. Its natural teak frame and plush cushions allow you to indulge in comfort with Quick Dry foam and Sunbrella fabric completing the Opito’s seat. This durable combination of materials not only creates a sleek design but is made to last against the natural elements and thrive in an outdoor environment. The Opito collection is also available as an armchair, coffee table and modular sofa. mckenzieandwillis.co.nz

STUDIO HOME

Studio Home is Cantabrian Julia Atkinson-Dunn’s place to share ideas, inspiration, and art to help your home and garden feel like your own. With a background in interior design, 13 years of creative-based writing, a solid art addiction, and an undying passion for making space her own, she always aims to create and share content that feels relatable, personal, and local. The Studio Home Instagram means you can see inside spaces, outside spaces, and all the creativity Julia finds between them right on your phone. Julia’s distinctive floral artworks and her well-renowned floristry books are also available on her website. @studiohome

GET YOUR PARTY POPPIN’

This beautiful balloon garland is the perfect decoration for any party celebration – and this DIY kit comes with everything you need to create a stunning and unforgettable party. My Party Box’s colours are carefully selected to provide a professionally decorated look that will look fabulous in photos. mypartybox.co.nz

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH JULIETTE HOGAN

Collection 2022.FOUR from Juliette Hogan is here: a vibrant new spring/ summer collection to bring joy with bold statement prints and block colours paired with delicate fabrics in feminine silhouettes. Arguably their most colourful collection to date, featuring hot pink, golden sunset tones, cobalt blues, and verdant green. Juliette invites you to celebrate spring and the new collection with her in store at The Crossing on Saturday, 17th September, from 3pm to 5pm, with Amisfield Brut on arrival. We’ll see you there! @juliettehogan

CHEERS WITH WAVES

Reimagining classic glassware, the Wave Coupe Set from Fazeek is modern and playful! With an elegant elongated stem, these flourish into a wide bowl with rippled edges. Handblown, these glasses are sure to stun. They’re dishwasher safe but definitely deserve a little handwashing love and appreciation. superette.co.nz

LOVE THIS LAFER

Far out, man. Slip back to the purple haze of the 1970s with this MP-97 lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Percival Lafer. Mr Mod has beautifully restored mid-century furniture for memorable homes. They have delivered yet again with this iconic chair, adding to their showroom packed with items from the eras of design excellence, with a particular emphasis on Scandinavian and American items from the 1950s to the 1970s. As with all pieces in the Mr Mod showroom, this piece is fully restored, re-upholstered in new tan leather upholstery, and ready to go straight into your home. Can you dig it? mrmod.co.nz

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