Winkelen September 2015 issue by Winkelen Magazine

Issue #16

woodwares

Woodworker Erin Malloy adds her own individuality to her craft

ONLINE HOMEWARES MAGAZINE

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A PUBLIC HOLIDAY Carly Buteux packs a punch with her fun and quirky ceramics

PLANT BY PACKWOOD Dreamy landscapes for city living

warped threads

Art for your walls with signature weaving style

the balcony garden Designer pots for the savvy gardener

PRICKLY CACTUS: FUN DISCOVERIES OF THE CACTUS KIND

CONTENTS

FEATURES 8 THE BALCONY GARDEN

30 MY HIDDEN FOREST

Anna Harrison from The Balcony Garden chats about their designer pots for the savvy gardener plus landscaping design services

Narin Barnett draws sweet personalised illustrations for your loved ones with a sense of fun and loads of charm

12 ERIN MALLOY Handcrafting utilitarian woodwares from recycled timbers woodworker Erin Malloy adds her own individuality to her craft

18 IT’S A PUBLIC HOLIDAY Carly Buteux packs a punch with her fun and quirky ceramic pieces that are both stylish and functional

OUR COVER

24 PLANT BY PACKWOOD

PLANTS BY PACKWOOD thebalconygarden.com.au

Talented duo Charlotte Nicdao and Bayden Packwood Hing create dreamy landscapes in the form of terrariums bringing nature back to city living

Photography: Hannah Blackmore

36 BENJAMIN BALDWIN FURNITURE & GOODS Using traditional joinery techniques Benjamin Baldwin crafts furniture by hand with recycled materials giving each piece it’s own individuality

42 WARPED THREADS Nicky Cawood and Courtney Webb bring a uniqueness to your walls with their signature weaving style. Each handwoven wall hanging is a piece of art to treasure

REGULARS 48 MAIREAD MURPHY ILLUSTRATION

62 GLENCROSS WOODWORKS

Characters are brought to life in Mairead Murphy’s detailed pencil work in her new My Great and Small Wallpaper range

Inspired by his late great-great grandfather Julian Glencross McCartney creates functional furniture with aesthetic appeal for modern living

54 SILVER BEAR DESIGNS Myalie Loveday loves getting her hands dirty in the process of creating her beautiful and unique pieces. The natural earthy appeal of each design reflects from Myalie’s personality

58 DESIGN TREE Rebecca Asquith and Tim Wigmore collaborate together to create beautiful experiences through objects that are well made and well loved

66 TRIBE & CO Cassandra Langbien brings a touch of Argentina with her textile collection which combine a love of wool and woven fabrics

6 We love 22 Insta finds 68 Business directory selection product pages PLUS Afeaturing cushions, lighting, art prints and more

FAVOURITE FINDS LIME BASIL AND MANDARIN UPCYCLED WINE BOTTLE CANDLE This winning combination brings together a fresh zesty citrus scent with equally delicious basil and herb undertones. Handcrafted in Sydney with a reclaimed wine bottle and all natural soy wax. Price $39. Stockist: upcyclestudio.com.au

GOLD FINCH Inspired by the rich, layered texture of tribal juju hats as well as the intricate detail of an individual feather, this artwork, titled ‘gold finch’ is both beautifully detailed up close and incredibly graphic from afar. Each feather is individually handcut from quality watercolour paper and then carefully water coloured. Once dry, subtle metallic detail is added to the feathers before they are layered to create an original and one of a kind artwork. All our artworks are custom framed here in Melbourne. Stockist: mondocherry.com.au

PINATA 100% LINEN THROW PINK DOT These beautiful linen throws are great to use on your bed, couch or a table cloth. Screen printed in Melbourne. Stockist: Feliz

NEL LUSSO WOODLAND CREATURE SET 3 CUSHIONS Set of three woodland cushions; mr fox, mr owl and mr rabbit. Adorable in any child’s bedroom, nook or family room. Stockist: Zimba

STUDIO ENTI PORCELAIN DUSK SMALL BOWLS The Small bowl in the Porcelain Dusk range is the perfect bowl for many of your daily refreshments. A truly versatile vessel - be it for small portions or to hold antipasto and sides such as nuts, olives, yoghurt, or.....ice cream! Each bowl is handcrafted and unique in it’s colouring, and will have slight variations in form designed to enhance the beauty of the piece. Price $35. Stockist: thedesignhunter.com.au

ACACIA SERVING PLATTER - ROUND LARDER’s new Acacia Serving Platter comes in three sizes. Perfect for dinner parties and celebrations, this round large wooden board is ideal for serving pizza and cheeses. Stockist: larder.com.au

J150 Sideboard. American Oak, Teak or American Walnut veneer with solid American White Oak or Blackwood legs. Made to order with colour choices available. Oak $2530, Walnut $2699, Teak $2844. Stockist: www.senkkifurniture.com.au

1] Safari cushion. Custom designed digital print on a high grade, cotton/linen blend fabric. Finished with a pewter metallic faux piping. Stockist: GABE & NIX 2] K채hler Design Omaggio Vase. Stockist: pappasven.com.au 3] Fiona Kennedy Altoft Framed Art Print. Depicts hybrids of birds and people representing the personalities of family and friends, as well as the connections between them. Stockist: www.papercartel.com

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THE BALCONY GARDEN Anna Harrison from The Balcony Garden chats about their designer pots for the savvy gardener plus landscaping design services Tell us a bit about The Balcony Garden? The Balcony Garden is one of Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest distributors of garden pots and planters. Since 2006 The Balcony Garden has been designing garden pots that compliment modern gardens and architecture. We have a range of lightweight garden pots specifically suited to balcony and rooftop gardens. As well as a range of ceramic feature pots and Thai style urns suited to classic and contemporary landscape design. Tell us about yourself and your background? I come from a corporate background, working in product

marketing for over 5 years for various companies including 3M and Nespresso. Following my wedding in 2013 I decided to join my husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s landscaping business and embark on a landscape design diploma and have never looked back. What inspired you to create The Balcony Garden? In its infancy The Balcony Garden was predominantly a design business focusing on small spaces however over time as we experienced difficulty finding stylish and contemporary pots it seemed like the obvious next step â&#x20AC;&#x201C; to start selling our own. continued on next page >

Photography: Hannah Blackmore

< continued from previous page Where did your love of gardening come from? I think working in a corporate environment where you’re locked indoors all the time all I wanted to do was get outdoors. My husband and I spend most our weekends pottering around the garden in the sun – I just love it.

• Take care when selecting plants and be sure to choose varieties suited to your gardens conditions e.g. aspect, soil type, shade • Always plant your plants in a high quality potting mix and fertilise regularly, particularly leading into Spring as this is the time your plants will grow the most.

What services does The Balcony Garden provide? We’re predominantly a garden pot distributor however we are also offer a design service for larger projects.

What are your favourite plants at the moment and why? My favourite at the moment for outdoors is Crassula ovata ‘Blue Bird’, I love the colour tones and natural shape of the plant – it also works perfectly in almost all our pots.

What are your top 3 gardening tips? • Install an automatic timber operated irrigation system, this takes away all the guesswork and means less maintenance!

CONTACT: thebalconygarden.com.au

Photography: Hannah Blackmore

Photography: Marnie Hawson

ERIN MALLOY Handcrafting utilitarian woodwares from recycled timbers woodworker Erin Malloy adds her own individuality to her craft

Tell us a bit about your business? I create simple and understated utilitarian woodwares out of recycled timbers in my home studio using traditional woodworking techniques and tools, allowing me to create pieces that maintain a sense of individuality and personality. Tell us about yourself and your background? I studied Visual Communication Design (Hons) and worked for a time as a graphic designer/project manager in a design studio shortly after. What sparked you to create your business? I picked up woodwork as a side-hobby and after looking at a computer screen 5-9, 7 days a week, I relished in making functional

objects with my hands (even if I get bruises and scratches from time to time). Majority of my tools, I inherited from my grandfather who was a carpenter, so it seemed like a natural progression.

but more importantly, the grain and characteristics of each individual piece of wood. For example, if there is a knot in the base of a handle, It changes the shape of the object because you can’t carve any further.

What processes are involved in creating your pieces? Depending on the object, I would first slab then carve the wood, cut out with a bandsaw then keep carving, sanding and shaping by hand until I am satisfied with the finish. I’ve also just recently dusted off my fathers old table-top lathe which I am really enjoying using.

What do you love the most about having your own label? The freedom and flexibility that each project provides, and judging/allocating the time and attention into each object where I feel it’s necessary.

What inspires you in your designs? Just simple objects designed and made beautifully. The perfection of imperfection,

Who are some of your favourite designers/ creatives? Katia Carletti, Pop & Scott, Marnie Hawson, Bridget Bodenham. continued on next page >

Photography: Marnie Hawson

< continued from previous page What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? (It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t currently, but will be in the next day or so!) A collaboration with Katia Carletti of spoons, where I have attached wooden handles to her ceramic spoon heads. What has been your biggest highlight? Being featured on the Design Files and taking part in the Domestic Frontier pop-up shop event with fabulous local creative makers. What are your plans for the future? Continuing to work with others in collaboration, more shop updates and quite possibly incorporating more design/influences into my work. CONTACT: erinmalloy.com

Watercolor Cactus large Wall Mural. Price $458.15. Stockist: Anewall Photography: @anewall

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1] Cactus Wall Art. Price from $19.95. Stockist: www.littlezee.com.au 2] Watercolour Cactus cushion. Stockist: www.adairs.com.au 3] Phoebe original flowering cactus lamp by Phoebe Lamps. Price $139. Stockist: www.hardtofind.com.au 4] Designer Series Cactus Cushions Sahara. Priced from $59.95. Stockist: www.adairs.com.au 5] Pink Sleeping Geo Fox. Sleepy dreamy fox in dramatic geo styles. Price $16.95. Stockist: meandmytrend.com 6] Cactus jewellery holder. Price $55. Stockist: Roisin Dubh Designs 7] Cacti Art Print. Price $7. Stockist: Lilaxlola 8] Arizona - Aqua Geometric Cactus Wood Brooch pin. Price $26. Stockist: Ada and Cedar 9] Cactus Jewellery Holder Stand. Price $64. Stockist: www.urbancave.com.au

IT’S A PUBLIC HOLIDAY Carly Buteux packs a punch with her fun and quirky ceramic pieces that are both stylish and functional Tell us a bit about It’s A Public Holiday? Public holiday is a growing brand focused on fun and functional ceramic pieces, made for everyday life. Tell us about yourself and your background? I have always been a very visual and tactile person. From typography to crochet I like to push my own boundaries as well as the common conventions of materials and the part they play in daily interactions. My background is quite multidisciplinary with roots firmly in the graphic industry, a degree in visual communication and a masters based around materiality in design. Through this I am consistently looking to explore new materials, expand my skill base and stay in a constant state of experimentation and play. Recently I’ve been working on the relationship of leather with the clay vessel. What sparked you to create your business? After a year or so of experimenting with clay, it’s complex form giving properties and physical outlet of expression, I began creating pieces for friends, for friends of friends and eventually for strangers. With this dedicated and growing following I was inspired to further share this new found messy love with the greater creative community. continued on next page >

< continued from previous page What processes are involved in creating your pieces? All of public holidayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pieces are made by hand and undergo several processes in their creation. Each ceramic piece starts with a lump of clay and is finished in a stoneware firing. The process in between varies depending on the piece but can be hand formed on the wheel, hand built, extruded and decorated. Whether its patterning with oxides, wax painting or experimental glaze techniques, each piece is individual and unique in its creation. Other materials such as leather also include processes like weaving, burnishing and hand stamping. Each and every part of public holiday is hands on and made with the intent of bringing appreciation to the simple moments in life. What inspires you in your designs? My designs are often inspired by my surroundings. Time spent in nature, with

friends, and from the visual culture and landscape that surround my daily interactions. Coming from a very visual background I am especially drawn to patterns, shape and repetition. Inspiration seems to come to me when I least expect it and mostly when I’m on the move – watching the world from a train window, rambling through the bush, on the way to work. I often photograph patterns and textures from within my environment (whether that be the tessellated patterns of a rock pool or the tile detailing on a café floor) to save for visual reference at a later date, I suppose this visual referencing is something I’ve acquired from my many years in the design field. What do you love the most about having your own label? The fun, the freedom of expression, and the thrill of a fresh firing. Who are some of your favourite designers? I admire so many talented individuals from such a diverse range of disciplines. Olfafur Eliasson and his amazing sculptural installations with light. Genevieve Griffiths and her complex use of form and texture in woven textiles. Josephine Noel of recreation centre and her beautiful rubber dipped ceramic creations, the illustration and tattoos of Stefan Marx and the crystallized sculptural work of Kyle Montgommery. The list goes on and on. What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? I’d have to say that my leggy planters take the prize as favourite at the moment. Each one is so individual and embodies a personality that is fun to pair with your favorite houseplant. One of mine currently has a very hairy

‘old man of the Andes’ cactus in it that brings back a childhood connection to the ‘muppets’. What has been your biggest highlight? My biggest highlight so far has been the rewarding process of growing this brand from the ground up. Everyday I am excited for the opportunities ahead. I have been so lucky to have a support system of amazing creatives around me, who have offered advice, love and helping hands throughout it all. Also working with the team at the Finders Keepers Markets and some incredibly talented and supportive retail stores has been an outstanding experience. I find it so rewarding to be a part of a close knit community of designers, makers and retailers who really embrace and appreciate the handmade aesthetic.

What are your plans for the future? Public Holiday is still a very new adventure and is constantly expanding and growing. The continued exploration into all the possibilities the ceramic medium has to offer, as well as furthered creation of new experimental pieces with various complimentary materials are definitely key objectives moving forward. I would also really like to initiate some collaborative projects with like-minded individuals in the coming year. Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your business? I didn’t choose the muglife – the muglife chose me. CONTACT: itsapublicholiday.com

INSTA FINDS There are so many great discoveries in this magical world of Instagram that we have to share our favs!

1] @aboynamedaaron – A celebration for following your dreams, finding balance & setting sight on evolution. 2] @angusandceleste – Any guesses for what this amazing plant is? We’re stumped! But at least it looks wonderful in our Ginko Botanic Vases. 3] @isleofwhitelinen – Make bed a heavenly experience with Isle of White. 4] @littlebohemian – Definitely room for one more cushion! 5] @thenorthspace – Happiness is important...never give up on what makes you happy. #happy #happiness #findhappiness #gobehappy #forgetthepast #makeyourfuture 6] @woodwoven – Some of the latest kitchen trinkets put aside to photograph for this Friday’s shop update. Gloomy days seem to get the best light here. 7] @mysuburbanfarm – Because Monday just feels a little better with blossom... #blossom #naturallight #nofilter #ourblossomlove 8] @sarijanehomeaccents – Monday already? Well that happened quick! #pattern #7vignettes @interiorsaddict @lifeinteriors 9] @winkelenmagazine – Continuing my wood fascination here is another fine example of practicality and style - combining oak and leather @collingarrity and @ktjmattern have created this aweseome fly swatter

Photography: Teagan Glenane Models: Marny Kennedy and Helena Dong

PLANT BY PACKWOOD Talented duo Charlotte Nicdao and Bayden Packwood Hing create little dreamy landscapes in the form of artisan terrariums bringing nature back to city living

Tell us a bit about Plant by Packwood? Plant by Packwood create artisan terrariums for city people who need somewhere small to retreat to. We, Bayden and Charlotte, live in a small Brunswick apartment but crave the peace and creativity we find in the dreamy landscapes far from the CBD. PLANT was born from our desire to reconnect with the natural world. Every PLANT terrarium is unique, and inspired by aspects of nature that we tend to miss while rushing from one closed space to the next. We construct beautiful, ever-changing environments you can bring into any space and escape to when you need a breath of fresh air. As a bonus – all our terrariums are self-sufficient, which means you don’t have to water or care for them! As long as they get a little sunlight each day, they thrive on independence and evolve into beautiful unique little jungles. Tell us about yourself and your background? We are both from creative backgrounds (Bayden is a folk musician and Charlotte is an actress) but Bayden is the one with the keen interest in plants and gardens. He grew up in country NSW creating amazing kitchen gardens with his Dad and developing an obsession with exotic and weird plants. We now live together in a tiny apartment in Melbourne, so Bayden’s love for expansive nature has been replaced with tiny landscapes all around our living space! continued on next page >

Photography: Teagan Glenane Models: Marny Kennedy and Helena Dong

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What inspired you to create Plant by Packwood? Bayden has a decidedly green thumb, but Charlotte has always had a little trouble keeping anything remotely green alive. On Valentine’s Day of 2014, Bayden, tired of giving Charlotte plants which she would inevitably kill, made her a terrarium – a little houseplant she wouldn’t have to remember to water; and Plant by Packwood was born! A bunch of our friends started asking Bayden to build them their own little gardens and eventually we decided to see how we’d do putting them out into the world. It was scary and exciting, and the best thing we’ve ever done! What are your top 3 gardening tips? 1. Research! Gardening is just like following a recipe in a cookbook. With the internet at our fingertips it’s so easy to find out exactly what a plant needs and give it just that! 2. Put aside a little time each day to spend with your garden, whether it’s a big sprawling yard or the 3 pot plants in your room. Caring for plants is meditative, and if you assign time to it each day you know your garden will never go neglected. 3. Love your garden! Do you love to cook? Plant some herbs and veggies! Do you love a fresh bouquet? Plant some big bright flowers! Do you love the weird and wonderful? Grab some tillandsia and crazy succulents! It’s so important to be excited about your garden and the best way to achieve that is to put a little thought into what YOUR perfect green retreat can be. What are your favourite plants at the moment and why? Bayden is ALWAYS obsessed with tillandsia or “air plants”. They’re a South American plant that doesn’t need soil, they just attach themselves to tree tops in rainforests. They look like crazy alien plants, but they grow and bloom beautiful bright flowers and are really pretty amazing. Charlotte bought Bayden a MASSIVE xerographica (a rare kind of air plant) for our anniversary recently and he basically carries it around the house with him he’s so in love with it. Oh dear! The perks of living with a plant fiend! CONTACT: plantbypackwood.com

MY HIDDEN FOREST Narin Barnett draws sweet personalised illustrations for your loved ones with a sense of fun and loads of charm

Tell us a bit about your artwork? My Hidden Forest illustrations are all drawn in Melbourne, Australia and are all produced with lots of care, thought and love. My inspirations come from my natural surroundings and the loved ones in my life that help me to create and draw upon a place where my heart is forever smiling. All illustrations are unique and can be customised with a special message to add that personal touch. Can you tell us about yourself and your background? My name Narin - means delicate in Turkish. I would describe myself as caring, creative, and overly organised. I love pretty things. I have been a primary school teacher for the past four years. Currently, I am teaching a beautiful Grade 3 class at Brighton Beach Primary School who I simply adore. They inspire me every day and always make me smile. I have always being passionate about art but this year I have had more time to pursue my passion. I love drawing, there is something about it that is really calming and relaxing for me and I find it is the perfect down time for me as a teacher because it gives me some time with my thoughts. Before teaching, I was working in marketing at an educational toy company called Colorific. Among many things a big part of my job was to conduct all the market research for the new toys that were developed in house. What sparked you to begin your own business? My spark to begin my business was ignited during a recent family holiday to Noosa. I was inspired by all of the beautiful scenery in the Noosa National Park and I just started drawing. After doing a bit of research I realised that there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t many (if any) brands in Australia that do customised illustrations so My Hidden Forest was born. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only been one month since I had this idea and I now have around 30 pieces in my range. I am launching on etsy in September and have already had a lot of interest in my illustrations, which is really exciting. continued on next page >

< continued from previous page What inspires you in your designs? The little people in my life, my students, and my beautiful little nephew Noah, my family and my friends who have been so supportive and encouraging. I am also inspired by the pretty things in my surrounding as they seem to revitalise my soul. I love flowers and being in nature. Who are some of your favourite artists and why? Brett Whitely – I have always been fascinated with his work. I love the soft lines he uses and the exaggerated strokes and beautiful warm colours. What is your most favourite artworks that you have completed? I’m not sure I have a favourite. I do love my illustration ‘New Friends’ because it encapsulates that gorgeous time where little people make friends for the first time. I also love my illustration ‘Tea Party’. This piece was inspired by my husband Simon, who is always the best part of my day. I love coming home after our busy days at work, sitting down togethers and exchanging stories about our day. What has been your biggest highlight? Seeing my range come together in such a short time. My highlight so far was receiving some beautiful feedback from my first customer ‘I received my little parcel today. I love them. You have done so well. I just adore the packaging, it looks amazing. I am so proud to be your first customer’ CONTACT: myhiddenforest

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Industrial Recycled Handmade Eco Recycled High Bench Table / Kitchen Island / Desk in Dark Walnut. Part of the signature “Once Upon A Queenslander” collection. Price $1600. Stockist: ghify.com

BENJAMIN BALDWIN FURNITURE & GOODS Using traditional joinery techniques Benjamin Baldwin crafts furniture by hand with recycled materials giving each piece itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own individuality Tell us a bit about your business? I have a small workshop in Brunswick East where I make fine timber furniture using locally sourced recycled materials. Tell us about yourself and your background? I grew up in Melbourne and as a kid I always spent time drawing and building things. I studied industrial design and engineering at university and specialised in environmental and sustainable design. When I finished, I wanted to get further involved in the environmental movement so I joined a Sea Shepherd ship and utilized my skills onboard. I began managing ships for them in 2008 and have worked there ever since. But in this time I never lost interest in design, so in 2012 I started building this business part time and it has grown from there. What sparked you to create your business? I was frustrated with seeing so many products

being sold with little consideration for the environment, either because of their material choices, manufacturing processes or their ephemeral design. So I wanted to offer a real alternative to these unsustainable manufacturers.

components to fit perfectly before gluing up and applying the final coat of finish. The variations in timber densities and grain mean that each piece is a little different from the last, setting it apart from all the mass produced furniture commercially available.

What processes are involved in creating your pieces? I only use locally sourced recycled timber, so usually there is a fair bit of preparation to do before it is ready to use. Once I have dimensioned the timber down to size with machinery I begin measuring and marking out for all the fine joinery. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use any fixings or screws in my furniture so most of the time that will involve very traditional framing joints like wedged mortise and tenons and lapped joints or dovetails for panel work. This is where I move to using hand tools to fine tune all the details. I love getting all the

What inspires you in your designs? I am inspired by gradual change in my product design. Everything I produce has a purpose and I like to see the processes and forms evolve over time to fulfil that purpose more efficiently. What do you love the most about having your own label? I love having my own shop because it allows me to keep developing and refining my products in a positive direction.

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Photography: Hilary Walker. www.hilarywalker.com.au @ hilarywalkerphotography

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am inspired by gradual change in my product design. Everything I produce has a purpose and I like to see the processes and forms evolve over time to fulfil that purpose more efficiently.â&#x20AC;?

< continued from previous page Who are some of your favourite designers? I have always been inspired by the furniture of the shaker communities from the 18th and 19th centuries in the US. Here furniture was made to be very practical and functional with minimal ornamentation. As a result, the furniture looks as good today as the day it was built. What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? My favourite item in store is my chair. This product has been slowly evolving over the past five years. It is practical, functional and will last a lifetime. I also love the processes involved with building it. What has been your biggest highlight? I have enjoyed the entire process of setting up the business. I love working with traditional hand tools and learning new joinery techniques. What are your plans for the future? In the coming months I will be introducing some new items to my line-up. Beyond that I am looking forward to continuing the slow evolution of my products in the years to come. CONTACT: benjaminbaldwin.com.au

Photography: Hilary Walker. www.hilarywalker.com.au @ hilarywalkerphotography

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‘Alive’. Alive captures the spirit of all that is living – plants, animals and our very own imagination. Price $120 each. Stockist: www.urbanroad.com.au

WARPED THREADS Nicky Cawood and Courtney Webb bring a uniqueness to your walls with their signature weaving style. Each handwoven wall hanging is a piece of art to treasure Can you tell us a bit about Warped Threads? We make handwoven wall hangings or “art for your walls” as we like to call it. We also run weaving workshops not only locally, but more recently internationally.

design and decoration. She lives in the vibrant city of Melbourne, Victoria – the heart of Australian art and culture (and possibly the best coffee in the world…!) Courtney’s signature style generally consists of geometric patterns with loads of texture and layers of fringing.

Tell us about yourself and your background? Nicky is a mum of two living in the picturesque surrounds of South Gippsland, Victoria with a beautifully bohemian-styled home and studio overlooking the rolling hills – the perfect place to raise a family. She has recently started a new venture called Seed Folk, creating inspiring markets and events reflecting creative communities in her local area. Nicky’s signature weaving style is highly textured, relaxed and free-flowing. Courtney is a set decorator in the film and television industry with a degree in visual arts and a diploma of interior

What sparked you to create Warped Threads? We created Warped Threads out of a newly discovered mutual love for tapestry weaving. Having been friends since 2001 and with two-hours of travel separating us for the past 5 years, it was a chance discovery of a weaving workshop that cemented this new beginning for us. We have developed our style dramatically since starting Warped Threads in early 2014 and are well known for our love of texture and high-quality yarns.

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< continued from previous page What processes are involved in creating your pieces? One of the biggest processes is choosing an amazing colour palette. This can be inspired by the latest trends, fashion, art... sometimes even artisan chocolate!! We are big fans of free form weaving and never work to a set design. We often let our wall hangings develop as we weave, allowing us the creative freedom to come up with endless oneoff, bespoke pieces, depending on our mood, the fibres used and colours we set out with. What inspires you in your designs? Courtney’s love of all things geometric comes from traditional Aztec textiles. Nicky can’t help but be inspired by the variety of fibres used to weave with, ranging from raffia to rope, roving to hand spun yarn. She draws inspiration from vintage textiles and textures. What do you love the most about having your own label? The creative freedom to make things that we like ourselves. To be able to pass on the skills and inspire others to weave in our workshops. We love the idea of it being a “slow craft,” and being able to do something with our hands, which comes as a nice change in these days of “all things technology.” Who are some of your favourite designers? Melinda Harper and Dale Frank are two artists admired by Courtney. Nicky loves the style of Justina Blakeney for her boho vibe and endless creativity.

What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? Our larger pieces are definitely some of our favourites, they allow for a broader range of techniques and a lot more scope in the design.

excited about, but canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t really say anymore!! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always looking ahead and developing new ideas. Keep your eye out in the new year for even more of Warped Threads.

What has been your biggest highlight? The biggest highlight has to be how quickly Warped Threads has grown. In under a year we had a large, extremely supportive Instagram community, who not only follow our journey on a daily basis but buy our wall hangings within minutes of them going online!!

Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your business? In August, we are taking Warped Threads to California and running a one-off workshop in the gorgeous surroundings of South Lake Tahoe! It will be super lovely to meet some of the folks we have met on Instagram in person and punctuate a holiday with a fun weaving session.

What are your plans for the future? We have a few different collaborations happening this year that we are so

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SCION MR FOX DESIGNER WALLPAPER A fun and light-hearted design with a friendly fox, in a large repeating motif. Stockist: www.nattyandpolly.com.au

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1] Foxy indian gilcee art print. Price $20. Stockist: www.pencilandthread.com.au 2] WHAT WE DO Faunascape Fox Wood Hexagon. Price $140. Stockist: www.designstuff.com.au 3] Fox Wall Hook in plywood. Price $95. Stockist: Manual Arts Dept 4] Davis & Waddell Critters Fox Serving Board. Price $29.99. Stockist: www.davisandwaddell.com.au 5] Pink Sleeping Geo Fox. Sleepy dreamy fox in dramatic geo styles. Price $16.95. Stockist: meandmytrend.com 6] Orange Fox Pillowcase. “Fox is clever and cunning” Price $39. Stockist: henryandcohome.co.nz 7] Fox Planter - Ceramic White and Orange Succulent or Cacti Pot. Price $39. Stockist: Minky Moo 8] Children Showercap - Aztec Fox. Price $15. Stockist: lucasandremy.com.au 9] Fox Cushion. Piping and back in velvet charcoal. Price $199. Stockist: www.cumulusliving.com.au 10] Jonathan Adler Menagerie Fox. Price $239. Stockist: www.mecque.com.au

Photography: Brooke Holm Styling: Marsha Galemac

Photography: Brooke Holm. Styling: Marsha Galemac

MAIREAD MURPHY ILLUSTRATION Characters are brought to life in Mairead Murphy’s detailed pencil work in her new My Great and Small Wallpaper range Tell us a bit about your artwork? Beautifully illustrated story books were such a huge part of my childhood and I think where I first fell in love with illustration. Generally my work tends to be based on characters and the stories around them. My Great & Small wallpaper range uses groups of different characters from different settings for example creatures from the forest or under the sea. Each hand drawn character has been carefully stylised to fit into its position in the pattern, intertwining with the shapes of its friends. Can you tell us about yourself and your background? I come from a background in Interior Architecture and have been working mostly on large scale projects for the last 10 years or so. A couple of years ago I launched my own design practice, Maike Design Studio which has also allowed

me to indulge in my interest in Illustration. The wallpaper range has really been a combination of my love of interiors and my love of illustration. What sparked you to begin your own business? I have always loved drawing. Once I started studying and then working, my more illustrative drawing dropped away as I became busier. Illustration had always been something that I had imagined I’d do one day but there never seemed to be time. So I just decided to start putting time aside for it, and began to draw again. Starting Mairead Murphy Illustration was quite overwhelming. I was so nervous about putting my illustrations out into the world. It was so different to any work I had done previously and in a field where I had no experience and no contacts. But I’m glad I did and it has been an amazing adventure ever since! continued on next page >

Photography: Brooke Holm Styling: Marsha Galemac

“When I started illustrating I didn’t have any real expectations of what it would become - I was really doing it for myself because I loved it.”

< contined from previous page What techniques do you use in creating your art? I use a combination of hand drawing – usually pencil sketches or watercolour – and digital colouring. Pencil sketching has always been the way I am most comfortable putting my ideas down on paper and I find that digital colouring gives me the flexibility to make changes as I develop the characters.

What inspires you in your designs? Inspiration comes from all over the place. The first pattern in the Great & Small series was The Owl and the Pussycat, which had a great set of characters and evokes beautiful moody colours. I looked at a lot of traditional folk art when I was developing the patterns and the combination of highly detailed texture with clean edges was inspired by paper cutout collages.

Who are some of your favourite artists? Laura Blythman and Peter Cromer – I love how strong both of their styles are and teamed up as Enemies Yay they are producing a whole world of happy colour! Furry Little Peach – creates the most beautiful and effortless watercolours. I dream of creating watercolour illustrations that are that amazing. What is your most favourite artworks that you have completed?

I am really excited about the Great & Small range. I didn’t ever think about pattern making when I was starting to illustrate but I really enjoyed the process. I think I will always have a soft spot for Melvin the Sloth. What has been your biggest highlight? When I started illustrating I didn’t have any real expectations of what it would become - I was really doing it for myself because I loved

it. So everything that has happened since has been an unexpected highlight! The release of the Great & Small range was a highlight and being in a book for the first time was a highlight. Every time someone buys a print I feel so pleased and grateful that someone likes my work enough to put it in their own home – that’s definitely a highlight. CONTACT: mairead.com.au

The Deer Blanket is one of three blankets in the “Frankie’s Dream Wonderland” collection by Burrow and Be. A gorgeous whimsical illustration by Alphabets and Animals has been knitted through this 100% cotton reversible blanket. With a colour combination of peachy pink and dark grey we think any little girl will fall in love with this character and blanket. Stockist: burrowandbe.co.nz

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SILVER BEAR DESIGNS Myalie Loveday loves getting her hands dirty in the process of creating her beautiful and unique pieces. The natural earthy appeal of each design reflects from Myalieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personality Tell us a bit about Silver Bear Designs? Silver Bear Designs has been in business for a year. I work solo from my home based workshop in the lovely town on the Bellarine Peninsula of Drysdale. This is where all the magic happens! I sell at local markets around the Bellarine Peninsular and online.

What sparked you to create your business? The spark that created in me to commence my business was to be happy and to get up each day loving to do what I do. Not too many people can say they love their job and now I finally can. Making others happy whilst wearing my creations is an awesome feeling.

Tell us about yourself and your background? My name is Myalie Loveday and I am a Silversmith Jeweller by trade but I am also an Artisan, Creator and Designer. As long as I can remember from a little girl I have always been creative. My previous career for the last 14 years has been in Hospitality, in between this and my busy family life I still found the time to create and attend school to become a qualified Silversmith jeweller. I finally made the decision to change my career to what I enjoy and that is to create in any all shapes or forms. My love is my family, my passion is hand making unique, original creations.

What processes are involved in creating your pieces? There are many processes involved in creating some of my pieces, sourcing out beautiful, natural, unique material is the first step. What you start with is most important to what the final result will be. I have a large arrangement of tools and machines which are used for different creative techniques such as forging, drilling, soldering, sanding, sawing and sewing. The craftsmanship should be superb and not to only enhance the pieces attributes but with age give continuous compliments to the wearer. continued on next page >

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< continued from previous page What inspires you in your designs? My designs are very much influenced and inspired by another passion, the study of Native American Culture. When I was a child I found them intriguing, mystical and truly beautiful in themselves also their beliefs and way of life. This enhances my ideas, which I then transfer into creating my jewellery, leatherwork, paintings, sculptures, outdoor and indoor dream catchers, even within my own daily lifestyle. I believe a well handcrafted piece should be made to last a lifetime and be of a unique and timeless design. What do you love the most about having your own label? It stands for who I am personally as my business name has originated from my Native American astrology animal, which is the Grizzly Bear and my working with silver is therefore I am honoured to be given the name of ‘Silver Bear’ so it seemed only fitting for it to be my label. What are some of your favourite designers? The world of designers is enormous; to just name a few of my favourite are two Native American men Harrison Bitsue – Navajo and Ken Romero – member of the Taos & Laguna Pueblos in New Mexico. The intricacy and

design are just stunning with a meaning behind each piece created. I try very hard to avoid being influenced by trends and preconceived ideas of what a designer should produce. What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? My most favourite item at the moment would have to be without a doubt my biggest piece a Dream Catcher swing/chair. Being unique and its size is quite amazing, even if I do say myself. It’s been quite the project in its innovation and finally coming to fruition. I have taken over five years to complete it, the trials and tribulations along the way has made this a stunning and functional sculpture, and I could not be happier and I am now ready to share it with everyone. What has been your biggest highlight? Having my family and friends supporting and believing in me is such an ongoing highlight for me. They know that to be creative I have to be a little eccentric, but to me that is what makes everyone and everything unique. I really love to see my clients faces when they first look upon the piece that I have made specially for them and customers at the markets who see my creations for the first time. It is their look of joy that makes me feel complete and as well a true sense of achievement. My clients are the real

thermometer of how well I am progressing with my work and I am encouraged by that to continue. They are always forthcoming with comments and compliments. What are your plans for the future? To create that always elusive design. It is such a great feeling to fill my mind with so many yet to be created beautiful ideas and my sketch pad is always only at arms length away, for when an idea is borne, it is put to paper for future development. I would also like to have my creations in eclectic and funky shops where my pieces will help showcase their business as well. Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your business? Creating my jewellery and sculptures is paramount. I work with Sterling Silver and Copper, and I incorporate the use of all natural materials such as feathers, crystals, semi-precious stones, different twines, cords and ropes and recently the use of leather. Being so versatile and the ideas for it are endless. There is always so much more to do, my days are full and my mind is never still. My mantra is: be patient as my next design is only a thought away, so be ready to continue to work hard and create. CONTACT: silverbeardesigns

DESIGNTREE Rebecca Asquith and Tim Wigmore collaborate together to create beautiful experiences through objects that are well made and well loved Tell us a bit about Designtree? We are a small focused team of furniture and lighting designers headed by Rebecca Asquith and Tim Wigmore. Tell us about yourself and your background? I grew up on NZ’s wild west coast under Mt Taranaki. Inheriting my carpenter father’s love of making, I spent my childhood building huts and playing in the workshop. I continued on the creative path working for several years as a model maker at Weta Workshop, building miniatures for film projects like the The Lord of the Rings, King Kong, the Narnia films and The Hobbit. I ran my own independent design and model making practice for a number of years before establishing Designtree with fellow designer Tim Wigmore. What sparked you to create your business? We launched the Designtree brand at the Salone Satellite in Milan in 2011 as two young

designers with very little money and with very wide eyes. With Designtree we wanted to create a company that would allow us to collaborate and exhibit with each other, and other designers on larger projects and to extend ourselves and our scope. It paid off and we’ve since exhibited at various international furniture shows including in New York, Bangkok, and Sydney. What processes are involved in creating your pieces? We combine the latest material and fabrication technologies with traditional craft methods. For example, the Frankie Pendant System is created using a mixture of computer fabrication and heavy industrial fabrication for the shades, then each timber and felt part is carefully modified and finished by hand. We work with some amazing crafts people and very smart fabricators for components of our work, also all of the products come through our own workshop at

some stage, either to be 100% made by us, or for us to have some part in their creation or finishing. What inspires you in your designs? I’m inspired by architecture, by nature, by process and by technology. Products I’ve designed like the Nectar Lampshade explicitly show their Biomimicry influence. For other works like the Analog Acoustic Screen, there are more subtle references to technology. Essentially all of our designs start as experiments with material, with process and with a desire to create a particular form or function that communicates with the user on various levels. What do you love the most about having your own label? We have freedom in many ways: time, concept generation, interpretation and creative expression. continued on next page >

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Inheriting my carpenter fathers love of making, I spent my childhood building huts and playing in the workshop.â&#x20AC;?

< continued from previous page Who are some of your favourite designers? Buckminster Fuller, Ernst Haeckel, Ray and Charles Eames. What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? The Frankie Pendant. We spent a long time developing the Frankie System, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re beginning to see architects and designers getting a feel for the product and starting to use it in some exciting creative ways. The system is designed to provide designers with a wide range of options for configuration, colour and size so they can define and accentuate both light and

sound in various spaces. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rewarding and exciting to see people beginning to utilize the modularity and explore the possibilities for the Frankie Pendant System. What has been your biggest highlight? Seeing the business develop and grow this year with great new staff and interns, a new studio, an expanded range of designs and some exciting commissions in the pipeline. What are your plans for the future? Continue to build Designtree, also to build a treehouse in our backyard and to spend more time surfing with mates. CONTACT: designtree.co.nz

Photography: Hilary Walker Photography

Photography: Rachael Dere Photography

GLENCROSS WOODWORKS Inspired by his late great-great grandfather Julian Glencross McCartney creates functional furniture with aesthetic appeal for modern living Tell us a bit about Glencross Woodworks? Glencross Woodworks is my furniture making business based in Collingwood, Melbourne. I specialise in timber custom furniture design for a variety of home and work environments. I make anything from serving boards, to dining tables, cabinetry, seating and sculptural pieces- beautiful pieces that can be enjoyed and shared amongst friends, family and colleagues for many years to come. Tell us about yourself and your background? After an extended stint travelling, working and living in Europe and North America, I returned to Melbourne seeking a new way to channel my creative ideas and work with my hands. I completed a traditional cabinet making apprenticeship under master craftsman Robert Brown, in Toorak. We restored antique furniture from all over the world, and designed and made reproduction furniture with particular emphasis on

recreating the original proportions and finishes using traditional hand tools and techniques. Eventually I moved on to searching for my own workshop space in Collingwood (which I found to be alongside the powerhouse ladies of Redfox & Wilcox). I took on part time work with inspirational local furniture designer/makers Tait, while gradually building up my own private commissions. June 2014 marked the official beginning of “going full time on it”, so after just over 12 months in I’m really enjoying the challenge. What sparked you to create your business? As I learned more about the history of furniture design and techniques I also developed more interest in the history of my family. The name Glencross (my middle name) was traced back to my great-great grandfather

Charles Glencross. He had a coach-building business in Sydney in the late 1800’s. His story became my closest connection in my family to the type of work I was pursuing, so it inspired me to develop my business under that name. The great challenge was and continues to be finding ways of designing and making furniture that gives a nod to traditional ways, while complementing the functionality and aesthetic of modern living. What processes are involved in creating your pieces? In private commissions I start with engaging the client regarding their desired furniture piece: what is the function? where will it live? are there preferred materials? Sometimes meetings will take place at homes or offices, other times meetings at my workshop help to visualise materials in the flesh. continued on next page >

Photography: Hilary Walker Photography

< continued from previous page Often a client will know the item they are dreaming of, like a dining table, but are not sure where to begin. Designs, materials, and dimensions can be recommended and refined until their dream becomes reality. Custom designing and making furniture allows me to problem solve and brainstorm with various clients to achieve unique outcomes that are especially personal. What inspires you in your designs? Everything everywhere inspires me. It’s hard to say just one thing because we are surrounded by amazing stuff. I live very close to the Yarra River, so I get a lot of inspiration from the surrounding bushland and its relationship with the built-up architecture along its banks. I enjoy combining timbers and materials that complement each other, and incorporate the natural origin and feel of timber into a furniture design. What do you love the most about having your own label? One of my favourite things is having the flexibility to meet with people from all different

skill sets, trades and areas of expertise, amazing homes, and eccentric characters. It’s an opportunity to experience a cross-section of the world from different angles. Who are some of your favourite designers? Broadly I admire a lot of 17th & 18th century ‘country-style’ furniture design from my apprentice days. Late 19th century English Arts & Crafts designers such as William Morris, and Early 20th century American architects Greene & Greene. Jules Wabbes’ minimal and almost brutalist timber, steel and lighting designs fascinate me. Locally there are too many to mention. There is a really positive and supportive design movement happening right now. Oh, and anyone producing tasty food and wine. What is your favourite item in your store right now and why? My ‘Walker’ side tables have been fun to make recently as I’ve had a couple of special commissions for these as bedside tables, combining stunning Tasmanian Blackheart Sassafras with characterful reclaimed Messmate. It’s a simple design with curious handcrafted features.

What has been your biggest highlight? A couple of events I’ve featured products at such as Menske Project and Domestic Frontier, or making stools for local eateries like Shop Ramen have been great experiences. However, I was very excited to send my first furniture pieces interstate to Adelaide recently. It’s a buzz thinking about the lives they will lead far beyond the workshop! What are your plans for the future? Gradually developing signature Glencross designs, increasing brand awareness, and creating a nurturing workshop environment where I can one day provide learning opportunities for a future apprentice. Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your business? I welcome people to get in touch, brainstorm some ideas, and be part of creating some special things to live with.

CONTACT: handkrafted.com/glencross

“...my great-great grandfather Charles Glencross had a coachbuilding business in Sydney in the late 1800’s. His story became my closest connection in my family to the type of work I was pursuing...”

Photography: Rachael Dere Photography

TRIBE & CO Cassandra Langbien brings a touch of Argentina with her textile collection which combine a love of wool and woven fabrics Tell us a bit about Tribe & Co? After living in Argentina and falling in love with the country and it’s people, I wanted to bring the beautiful artisanal products I found there back to Australia. I now have a collection of interior products, which I sell wholesale to retailers, interior designers/decorators and stylists. Tell us about yourself and your background? My background was originally interior

decoration before I moved into the textile side of the industry, where I worked for textile companies in both Sydney and Melbourne before making the move to Argentina. What sparked you to create your business? After moving to Argentina, I found a lot of product that I really loved and believed that others back home would love too. Seeing as I had been in the wholesale side of the design industry for quite some time I decided

to stick with what I knew. It’s then I selected a collection of products and brought them home to show clients. What processes are involved in creating your pieces? I work with Argentinian designers who are very passionate about the wools, fibres and knitting processes that they use. They have a very unique and beautiful style that I don’t want to change as that’s what sets the

product apart, I only work with them in the colour selections and new ideas that I think would work for the Australian market. What inspires you in your designs? Current trends and colour palettes inspire me. Australia has its very own individual style and it’s really nice to be able to combine that with the South American style. What do you love the most about having your own label? I love the freedom that comes from being my own boss but I also love that I can still be creative and involved in all aspects of the business. Who are some of your favourite designers? I really love Scandinavian design at the moment. After visiting Denmark recently, I was very inspired by their pared back style, use of texture and their colour palette. What is your favourite item in your collection right now and why? I love the new merino and mohair wool throws that I have just received. Especially the Damero Throw, which is a knitted checkerboard pattern in two-tone cream wool, that is 2m x 1.5m. Beautiful spread over a bed.

What has been your biggest highlight? It’s always a highlight to meet with the designers and artisans in Argentina and view new collections. I get so excited to bring the magical things back home! What are your plans for the future? My plan is to continue to grow the business both in unique product and have more stockists in each state of Australia.

Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your business? I highly recommend seeing the product in situ in store! It’s a highly tactile product that needs to felt and handled. A lot of time is taken sourcing the best fibres, from wools, cottons, silk and jute. It’s product that once people see and touch, they have to have. CONTACT: tribeandcoliving.com