SHOPPING • Guide
Autumn SHOPPING GUIDE
WORDS MEGAN ARKINSTALL
FROM INTERIOR ADDICTS, TO ARTISANS, THROUGH TO PARENTS WHO APPRECIATE BEAUTIFULLY MADE ITEMS FOR THEIR LITTLE ONES, WE HAVE EVERYONE COVERED THIS AUTUMN WITH THESE STORES ACROSS THE COAST.
Alberts Line, Gosford Set in the heart of Gosford, Alberts Line is an artisan and design emporium, as well as an art gallery and creative hub for local artists. The vision of two cousins — artist Nicole Ruiz and designer Narelle Mackell-Wong — Alberts Line is a unique outlet for local creatives who want to show and sell their work, as well as learn skills, build on knowledge and foster the wider creative community. Stop by this loft-style space to browse the fashion and jewellery, homewares, artworks and gifts. 97A Donnison Street, Gosford albertsline.com.au
Scout & Trader, Wyong Tucked away in the historic Chapman Building in Wyong, Scout & Trader is a beautifully curated, home design and lifestyle store with a focus on selling wares from small-batch makers and designers, including a number of locally made products. You can pick up quality items for the home such as flax ceramics and luxe textiles, a beautiful range of books for everyone from gourmands to kids, and a unique range of gifts from men’s grooming sets to botanical jars filled with artfully presented dried flowers. Owner Kiri Nicholson also runs regular creative workshops — keep an eye on the website for more details. Shop 7, 14–16 Alison Road, Wyong scoutandtrader.com.au
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