CREATORS OF THE COAST
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WITH A BURGEONING BUNCH OF MAKERS AND CREATORS ON THE CENTRAL COAST, IT’S NO SURPRISE WE ALSO HAVE FASHION DESIGNERS AMONG OUR FLOCK. DESIGNING DRESSES, APRONS, BABYWEAR AND MORE, HERE IS A TRIO OF TALENTED WOMEN QUIETLY, BUT STEADFASTLY FOLLOWING THEIR PASSIONS – AND IMPRESSING FELLOW LOCALS WHILE THEY’RE AT IT.
Merrin Grace Honeysett House With its perfectly curated selection of lifestyle pieces, it’s hard to believe Honeysett House is less than a year old. Merrin Grace’s eye for design is testament to the brand’s growing popularity. After more than a decade working as a floral designer, during which time she ran her own business, Merrin expanded into fashion. But her latest move hasn’t been a huge departure from her roots. Merrin designs beautiful French linen and beeswax canvas aprons ideal for foraging in a suburban garden or for light home renovations. She also designs large totes for collecting anything from freshly cut lavender to croissants from a local market, and she is about to launch a range of linen overalls, created with artists in mind. ‘I always dreamt of using unique, character-filled, yet practical, products and supplies but often found it difficult to source exactly what I was after,’ Merrin tells COAST. ‘Since taking some time off from full-time floristry to be a mother, I have been enjoying working closely with some amazing artisans, both locally and abroad, designing and sourcing a range of products and essentials for makers and creators,’ she says. Honeysett House is an online source for like-minded creatives and anyone searching for long-lasting lifestyle pieces. ‘My hope for my industry, and others like it, is to produce less waste and focus on using quality products; repurposing and treasuring pieces for years to come.’ honeysetthouse.com
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