On the Street

What are you wearing? I bought this jumpsuit in Wellington a couple of years ago. I love that I can layer it up in winter or wear it on its own in summer. My long sleeve mesh under top is from Moochi, and it’s just the best top ever, with its extra-long sleeves and long length Sweatshirt, also from Moochi. High tops are Nike. I purchased them about seven years ago on a work trip to San Francisco. They are one of my best buys.

What is your style? I don’t know if I have a particular style, but what I buy has to be comfortable and I love layering and raw edges. What is most of your wardrobe made up of? Black, with a touch of bright or white. A mix of great pieces I can layer, also dress up or down, and of course activewear. What are you loving at the moment? The colour selection and fabrics, also how it’s acceptable to style any outfit with a great pair of sneakers. What are you dressed for today? This is a normal day in the office or a weekend outfit for me, I need something I can drive a forklift in, but still be tidy enough for a meeting. Where do you buy most of your clothes from? Moochi, Zambesi, or Thomas’s in Marlborough, but I also love checking out vintage stores. What is your approach to shopping? I do my best shopping when I am away. I’m probably a bit of an impulse buyer. It’s usually when I see a great piece that I can mix and match with what I already have. What is your all-time favourite purchase? Probably my Zambesi black ‘Showroom Jacket.’ It is lightweight and I can wear it anywhere and in all seasons, also my Rick Owens boots I purchased about eight years ago that are still going strong. What wardrobe item should everyone invest in? A good pair of leather boots. I love Dr Marten’s; they are so timeless, or a pair of RM Williams boots. Do you have a style rule you always obey? Mix up your style and throw in some vintage. If you could raid one person’s wardrobe who would it be? Liz Finlay, owner of Zambesi. Her style is incredible and she always looks amazing. Finish this sentence – You would never catch me wearing… A pair of high heels. Don’t get me wrong, I love them, but not for me anymore, so uncomfortable.

WOMAN This seasons style picks from the team at Karen Jordan Style 151 Trafalgar Street, Nelson | karenjordanstyle.co.nz

KAREN JORDAN My favourite dress this season – no surprises it’s pink! We have the four Trelise Cooper brand ranges now in store and I know we will find that perfect piece for you. ♥

In the company of WOMAN

KAREN GILL I am Paula Ryan’s biggest fan, as you all know. I believe the magic is in the fabric and classic styling. With pill free merino, colour fast and anti-static, you can’t go past this brand. Pop in and see me on Saturdays.

In the company of WOMAN

ROSE PINKER Jane Daniels is my ‘go to’ if someone is looking for the perfect jacket. If it’s for work or the casual weekender to wear with jeans, you cant go past this brand. My Jane Daniels raincoat is one of my favourites.

In the company of WOMAN

NIKKI COOPER We are so lucky in Nelson to have New Zealand made Taylor in store. I love the way you can layer up different pieces to create different looks. It’s cutting edge fashion and always in style.

My home

Rachael in front of a collection of artwork from New Zealand artists.

Art, plants and colour make a vibrant home for photographer Rachael, who lives here with her daughter and husband.

Who lives here?

I live here with my husband and daughter and we have lived here for the past eight years.

What four words would you use to describe your home? Plant filled, eclectic, light and colourful.

What inspired this look? A love of indoor plants and how along with colour, they lift your mood and create a warm space to relax in.

What piece would you never part with? There is more than one, but I could never part with the original pieces of art we have purchased or been gifted from so many amazing local artists. It would also be very hard to move and leave the amazing mural in our daughter’s room, created by local artist Sofie Holt. Where do you shop for homewares? I am a really big fan of supporting independent, locally owned businesses. Our favourites are The Little Beehive, Eclectic Antiques, second-hand shops and Nelson Recycle Centre also has so many hidden treasures if you have time to forage. I have also just discovered Quaint and the Curious in Reefton which is worth the stop or a special trip.

What’s your favourite spot in the house? The sunroom which is filled with plants. It’s the best spot to sit in winter or summer, late afternoon either with a gin or curled up on the couch reading a book.

What’s your decorating style? I love a bit of a mix and I believe you can be flexible with style. I am definitely led by plants, colour and art - but in a variety of styles. I love spaces that make you feel cosy and immediately welcome.

What’s next on your interiors list? I am on the lookout for a 1950s sideboard. It’s a splurge item so definitely something that will be saved up for.

Have you done any renovations? Yes, we gutted our kitchen and bathroom and have been working hard to insulate all rooms in the house along with retrofitting the windows for double glazing. This is our first home and it’s a work in progress. We have poured a lot of love into it and we still have a lot to do.

If money was no object, what would you get for your home? Definitely a few more mid-century items, I have my eye on some, but they are big ticket pieces so they are being saved for.

What should every home have? I think natural light makes all the difference. We are lucky to have sunshine that fills every room of our home, both in summer and winter. When we bought the property, even though it needed so much work, the sunshine and light was what sold it to us.

Top left: This hanging chair in the kitchen gets all day sun and the spot is often fought over when there are lots of people around. Above: One of local artist, Wendy Matenga’s original paintings. MIddle: Local artist Sofie Holt spent a week hand painting this mural in Rachael’s daughter’s bedroom. Right: A collection of Rachael’s plants, many of which were grown from swapped cuttings with other house plant enthusiasts.

Top: The sun room which feature's a retro green couch bought for $50 at the dump shop and refurnished. Above: The original kitchen which had floor to ceiling cabinetry from the 50s was replaced with a modern Subway tiled splash back and the rimu was recycled and used for shelving through the house.

I am definitely led by plants, colour and art - but in a variety of styles.

If you had a day to refresh your home what would you do? We would like to re-sand and matt varnish all the floors in our home. At the moment, time has made the rimu and varnish go quite orange, so doing this is on our wish list.

Best budget tip? Don’t be afraid to search and buy from Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace. There are so many pieces there that just need a bit of love and they turn into your favourite pieces without having to spend beyond your means.

What is one thing you would change about your home if you could? We would like to change the layout of the lounge, hallway and laundry to make room for a third bedroom. This is a huge project and one we will look at starting in the next couple of years.

What do you love about the neighbourhood where you live? I love how close we are to Isel Park, it’s such a hidden gem. We love the Thursday night markets that happen there during spring and summer. Being close to the Railway Reserve is great and we had many bike rides and walks along the reserve during lockdown last year. There is also a friendly community, and since moving here from Wellington we have made some wonderful friends through the strong school networks.

New partners Darryn and Linda Cunningham are welcomed by business founders, Lynda and Ian Mortimer.

New partnership has you covered

It takes courage to change direction, start a new job and learn a whole new trade, but it is a decision that Darryn Cunningham has never regretted.

For the last decade Darryn and Linda Cunningham have worked in Nelson, most recently at Mortimer Upholstery, as canvas fabricators. Sharing a passion for textiles, creating new products, and repairing and refreshing existing ones, it has been a satisfying career move for them both after previously owning a shoe repair business. Having toyed with the idea of owning their own business once again, Darryn and Linda were excited when the opportunity to purchase a share of Mortimer Upholstery and Nelson Shade Solutions arose, and they now own a 50 percent share alongside business founders, Ian and Lynda Mortimer. Starting from small beginnings in Richmond, Mortimer Upholstery and Nelson Shade Solutions have grown significantly and have built a reputation for always providing meticulous results and exceptional service, and Linda says both couples share the same passion, dedication and business ethos. “The new partnership is working well,” says Linda. “We are all a similar age and share the same business philosophy, with the same ideas about how we want to move the company forward.” All four partners have different skillsets that complement each other perfectly. A specialist in auto and marine upholstery, Ian wears the general manager’s hat, while Darryn brings his extensive knowledge of shade solutions to the business. Darryn’s easy-going and friendly manner means he particularly enjoys visiting people’s homes, chatting with them, and coming up with design ideas for their outdoor spaces. Lynda and Linda, meanwhile, take care of the administrative side of things and are the friendly faces you will see when you call in to the Beach Road office and workshop. “We custom-make everything from scratch in our factory in Richmond and get a lot of repeat customers, which speaks volumes about the quality of the services we provide,” says Linda. Mortimer Upholstery has another division called Nelson Shade Solutions which manufactures shade sails, extendable awnings, outdoor blinds and more. “With Nelson’s climate being ideal for indoor/outdoor flow, it makes sense to maximise how you utilise it. We can create superb outdoor areas that can be used all year round, adding value to your property.” Darryn is well known in Nelson’s football scene, so the footy field is where you will find him on Saturdays. Or, sometimes, he and Linda head away in their 70’s caravan which they’ve recently spruced up. As for Ian and Lynda, keep an eye out for them cruising around Nelson in their beautifully restored and upholstered Studebaker classic car.

Mortimer Upholstery & Marine Covers Nelson Shade Solutions 44 Beach Road, Richmond Phone 03 544 6352

mortimerautoupholstery.co.nz nelsonshadesolutions.co.nz

Winner of Best Kitchen and Best Kitchen Design at the 2021 New Zealand Master Joiner Awards.

Award-winning joinery

Bays Joinery have long known they produce the best kitchens in the country, and once again they have the awards to prove it.

The family-owned Nelson company won two coveted titles at the 2021 New Zealand Master Joiner Awards last month.

Bays Joinery took out the national awards in the categories of Best Kitchen and Best Kitchen Design for their modern, black creation built in Blenheim and designed by in-house designer, Colin Hayes. The predominantly black kitchen features brass accents to tie in with the designer home. The design is symmetric but not visually cluttered, with cathedral ceilings to both dining and lounge. Bays Joinery design manager, Ben Knight, says the kitchen was credited for its boldness, innovation, and masculine design, which was tailored to their clients’ wishes. The kitchen was designed with the intent to maximise its storage with internal drawers placed in all cupboards. An angled island ensures optimum use of space and drew special mention from the judges who also noted the fantastic use of materials. One of its main features is the brass splashback and island panel, where the ‘aged brass’ process has been used to soften the polished brass and to add detail. Though the kitchen appears simplistic in design, Ben says it was a very technical project in both the design and manufacture, which is not always evident. The client requested something a little outside of the box. With an architecturally-designed home they wanted a kitchen that wasn’t overstated, but also wasn’t the norm and like every other kitchen in the street.

“They didn’t want the kitchen to overpower the space, but required two fridges, three ovens, and two pantries within the design and space.” Being recognised on a national stage is a great follow up to their recent success at the regional Joinery and Design Awards in Nelson where they celebrated four regional awards this year, including Supreme Joinery Award, Best Kitchen, Best Use of Timber and Best Interior Design.

2021 Joinery and Design Award - Best Interior Design - Bays Joinery.

Supreme Winner 2021 Joinery and Design Awards - Best Kitchen Design - Best Use of Timber - Bays Joinery.

Bays Joinery has been designing and manufacturing quality kitchens for 28 years, growing from a small business to the region’s largest joinery manufacturer. “As a business we drive to inspire, and to create unique pieces with tailored solutions to each client, so to have awards of this calibre is a credit to the team and our clients,” Ben says. With design studios located in both Nelson and Blenheim, they boast professional craftsmen with exceptional standards of workmanship and attention to detail. A very community minded business, Bays Joinery place a strong emphasis on local business and manufacturing with both a showroom and factory located in Nelson. Bays Joinery Nelson Showroom 6 Tokomaru Place, Stoke, Nelson baysjoinery.co.nz

Nz Master Joiner Awards

Best Kitchen Best Kitchen Design

2021 Regional Joinery & Design Awards

Best Interior Design Best Kitchen Design Best Use of Timber Supreme Winner 2021

Piano without the bulk

Experience the incredible performance of the Yamaha P-125 compact digital piano. Easily portable, extremely accessible, with a userfriendly minimalistic design.

Beggs Music Works

264 Hardy St, Nelson | beggsmusic. co.nz

Locally crafted beds

Get a good night’s sleep on a quality bed that won’t cost you a fortune.

Nelson Beds

59 Quarantine Rd, Nelson nelsonbeds.co.nz

Get ya boots on!

Outpost Supplies have an extensive range of boots. Safety boots, tramping boots, gumboots and kids boots including the ever popular Magnum, Manitoba, Ridgeline and Redband brands.

Outpost Supplies

53 Quarantine Rd, Nelson outpostsupplies.co.nz Melt in your mouth mandarins

Seedless and easy peel, and in season now. Satsuma Mandarins are perfect for lunchboxes and those on the run.

The Veggie Guy

Strawbridge Square, Stoke (next to Squires Cafe) Open Mon-Fri, 8am–6pm, Sat 8am–4pm theveggieguy.co.nz

Join the sock knitting revolution

They’re fun to knit with Cruella’s beautiful yarns, make great gifts, and just so you know, it’s a wee bit addictive. Find Cruellas at their temporary location during May.

Cruellas

149/151 Hardy St, Nelson (was KB’s Bakery) cruellas.co.nz

Winter health boost

A daily dose of apple cider vinegar supports the digestive system to operate in a healthier environment. This in turn can boost your immune system and benefit your overall health. Now in capsules or try the tasty new Honeygar.

Goulter’s – The vinegar people

122 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson Order online at vinegarpower.co.nz

Build a backyard cabin

A rustic style shed is perfect for so many uses and any buildings under 30 square metres no longer need a council approved building consent. Easy.

Allwood Sheds

15 Gladstone Rd, Richmond Ph: 03 547 7026 allwoodsheds.co.nz