#3 It’s personal
DO IT YOURSELF!
With Amanda Pistorius Upholstery Training you learn how to make and upholster a take-home piece in one fun-filled day. Home’s creative editor Marian van Wyk made this beautiful bench using the latest designs in the Tuis | Home fabric range (our fabric is sold as tablecloths; see page 22 for details). For more information on the classes, go to facebook.com/AmandaPistoriusUpholsteryTraining or call 071 224 0873.
The ultimate luxury
Order your own signature set of dinnerware, personalised to your specifications. Mervyn Gers Ceramics now offers a 90-minute consultation to discuss your requirements and curate your style. With more than 55 unique glaze colours, two surface finishes (Smooth & Earth Clay) and over 180 shapes to choose from, the possibilities are as varied and unique as you are. The handmade ceramics in colours ranging from neutrals to brights can go from microwave to table to dishwasher. Go to mervyngers.com or pop in at 4A Dorsetshire Street, Paarden Eiland in Cape Town.
Jo’burg-based Counter Culture Crafts produces non-toxic, water-based acrylic resin décor items such as trinket trays, coasters and jars. Their one-of-a-kind zero-waste products are made from resin left over from other pieces and sold on a first come first served basis. Visit cccrafts.co.za.