HomeStyleFile

Written by Mikaela
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Here at HomeStyleFile we’re fascinated and inspired by boutique designers. We love uniquely, thoughtfully designed artisan products, and none more so than those created with priority given to ethical and environmental principles.

WorldWeave – www.worldweave.com.au – embodies all these characteristics. The brainchild of designer Piero Gesualdi and textile designer Sara Thorn, WorldWeave’s signature floor dressing collections are designed in Melbourne and handwoven in India, using natural and non-toxic dyes and non-polluting techniques.

Pictured below are some sneak peeks of a new, yet-to-be-released collection. Sara Thorn worked closely with craftsmen in India, and she’s currently exploring new textures and fibres. The petite rugs (top right and bottom left in the images below) are handcrafted from camel hair which has been through a herbal treatment.

WorldWeave products can be purchased directly from their beautiful site.

Written by Anna
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I wonder if there a birthday conglomerate in your year? A cluster of  birthdays all in a row for special people, all requiring a thoughtful, heartfelt gift? Eeeek, we’re just coming up to this season in my year and I need to get busy!  I do love buying gifts, though I am finding it harder and harder for a few people on my list. I always want to buy something that will be used and loved for years to come but I am learning (albeit slowly) that when you’re stuck for ideas it pays to rely on the expertise of the professionals.

Margaret Butler is one such professional you may wish to call on. She has spent the better part of the past twenty years travelling around the world, sourcing iconic, innovative design objects for the home and you can now locate her fabulous collection of over 1000 lifestyle products online at Gifts.com.au  – www.gifts.com.au.

In store you will find a beautiful array of items for around the home that are bound to lift the spirits and be perfect for all the people on your gift list. The brands in this luminous portfolio include: Alessi, Alessi Watches, Anasazi, Andrew Martin, Atmosphere, Basil Bangs, Bobble, Books, Bugatti, Built, Casabella, Cavallini & Co., Chilewich, Content Imports, Design House Stockholm, Dynomighty Design, Foppapedretti, Georg Jensen, Guzzini, Hairy Bikers, Interdesign, Izola, Jonathan Adler, Joseph Joseph, Joyeuse Handbags, Koh-I-Noor, Lexon, Metal Box, Metaphys, Native Union, Nigella Lawson, Oliver Hemming, Ore, Packwell, Palomar, Reisenthel, Riedel, Royal Doulton, Sebastian Conran, Studio Fresh Australia, The Surfing Gecko Company, Troika, Umbra, Umbra U+, Urban Lines, Widget and Zzzoolight Collection.

Gifts.com.au also have a brilliantly stocked sale section where you will find a lovely collection of happy items on special  and reduced by up to 70% off their recommended retail price – how superb! I’ve rounded up my favourite sale items for you in images below. My two top picks are the Cru U+ Wine rack and the Cubby Organiser – Natural. Grab them while you can as sale prices are available while stocks last only. 

Sale prices below are applicable while stocks last only.

Written by Domenica
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I was recently admiring the way a stylist had put together the look of a display house recently. The house itself was nothing special on the outside, but the inside was warm and inviting. Cushions, little decorator touches and artwork gave the house a real sense of style, and I vowed then and there to put aside a little money to liven my own space a little.

Ginger House – www.gingerhouseonline.com.au - is just the place to head if you are looking to add a little style to your own home. They have a great range of affordable items to spruce things up a little, including: candles and diffusers, cushions, floor rugs, furniture, rugs, lighting, wall art and the *coolest* range of boutique wallpapers.

I’m starting my re-decorating with a cushion overhaul, and I know that the Conos Cushion will fit in perfectly with my neutral decor. I feel like shaking things up just a little though, and so I am also considering the range of limited edition cushions available at Ginger House. I love the Knit One Pearl and the Bahamas cushions, both hand screen-printed on 100% cotton fabric.

Candles and diffusers are another way to dress up a room and provide a sense of warmth. Ginger House are offering a 20% discount on their range of gorgeous boutique Aquiesse candles and diffusers. This range is exquisite, and they make a perfect gift for any occasion. To redeem, simply enter code candle at the checkout, but do it quickly as this offer is for a limited time only. Ginger House also offer FREE shipping store-wide, so you can enjoy shopping from the comfort of your own home and have your items shipped straight to your door at no extra cost!

Sale prices below are valid with the code candle while stocks last, for a limited time only.

a. Aquiesse Pacific Lime Blossom Large Soy Candle, $45.95 Less 20% = $36.76
b. Happiness Wall Plaque, $42.95
c. Aquiesse Boardwalk Reed Diffuser, $49.95 Less 20% = $39.96
d. Bahamas, $79.50
e. Aquiesse Pink Peony Small Soy Candle, $25.95 Less 20% = $20.76
f. Conos Cushion, $69.95
g. Aleppo Soap, $11.95
h. French Bulldog Tea Towel, $16.50
i. Grande Fan Bag, $9.95

 Ginger House ship Australia-wide for FREE.