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1 The tactile ‘Semis’ rugs by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Danskina feature dots in varying heights and densities. Made from hand-knotted Tibetan wool, prices start from $5850 (1.8x2.4m). kvadratmaharam.com
2 If natural skincare is your thing, you’ll love Grab and Go, a DIY cosmetic concept from Biome Eco Stores. Its line-up of 17 pure, naturally occurring ingredients – think cocoa butter, bicarb, bentonite clay and beeswax – can be purchased in store and mixed into your own recipe at home. $6–$10. biome.com.au/diy
3 Kind to animals and the earth, Tända candles also pack a punch of delicious olfactory pleasure. Handmade in Melbourne, the beautifully packaged pure soy wax candles feature a soft wooden wick and up to 90 hours’ burn time. Priced from $20–$130. > tandamodern.com
4 More than just lovely to look at and easy to maintain, the hand-loomed indoor and outdoor
rugs from Fab Habitat are made in India from discarded shopping bags, plastic bottles, straws and recycled cotton and jute. They’re also affordable, priced at between $40 (60x90cm) and $250 (180x270cm). fabhabitat.com.au Feeling crafty? Head for Skein
Sisters in Sydney’s Dulwich Hill, recently opened by friends and keen knitters Janine Smith (pictured at left) and Deb McDonald.
The store is filled with glorious, jewel-toned yarns and all manner of knitting and crochet supplies. You’re welcome to simply sit and stitch, or sharpen your skills in a group workshop or private lesson. skeinsisters.com.au 6 A heritage building in Fremantle, WA, has become the luxurious new location for World
of Renovation. Showcasing the latest interior-design trends and products, the one-stop renovation shop will pair you with an inhouse designer to help get your vision off the ground. Appointments essential. worldofrenovation.com.au 7 Italian furniture icon DePadova has just landed at Boffi Studio
Sydney. “The collections perfectly reflect each brand’s dedication to quality, innovation and design excellence,” says Boffi Studio Sydney director Edwina Withers. See more at boffi.com. #