Posted on April 23, 2009 by Renee G
Buy: Locally handcrafted, from Australian Designers. The perfect way to instantly and directly get the money to Australia, is by getting something (or things that are) truly amazing and original… More places to find AUSSIE work: 1. www.madeit.com.au 2. www.leeloo.com.au Thanks, Kevin Rudd! (*cough* for giving us some of our tax money back *cough*)
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Posted on April 22, 2009 by Renee G
Being the creative type, at this moment my studio is in a complete mess and has slowly grown to the dining room and computer desk, so that has been my ‘job’ for this week. I am also trying to come up with ways to actually keep it clean. Would people be interested in a before [...]
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Posted on April 18, 2009 by Renee G
A friend’s new hairdo inspired this post… I just adore the 20s and 30s – the clothes and the music. The clothes were asymmetrical and contrasting: a boyish silhouette is such a contrast with the feminine appliqués and silks. Was the 20s fashion ahead of it’s time or are we just simply being inspired by [...]
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Posted on April 15, 2009 by Renee G
Well, I left for Bunbury on Friday afternoon, quite stressed because I was unwell all week (I was cool as a cucumber before I was unwell!). The drive was really pretty, similar to going to Perth, but a lot of mountains – loved the dimension. And as soon as we arrived to Bunbury I felt [...]
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Posted on April 8, 2009 by Renee G
A gorgeous cuff, lovely shoes, and a lacy parasol in shades of beige/tan is what I am currently lusting for at the moment. The cuff is designed and handcrafted by Leslie Janson, the shoes are elegant but not shy of practicality; with it’s petite heel, and as for the parasol, well… just because. Now that [...]
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Posted on April 4, 2009 by Renee G
As you know, at the moment I am preparing for my store at the designer market; Made On The Left, which is on the 11th, Easter weekend. Things have been a bit crazy. Here is some ramblings to keep this blog ‘real’: Things to be happy about: My new display and packaging have arrived, and [...]
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Posted on April 2, 2009 by Renee G
Aren’t these pet beds fabulous? They have so much character yet full of simplicity. I can completely imagine them in my imaginary dream-home, yes! Mmm… a dramatic-coloured feature wall with floating shelves, various other things and this. My only question is – does the cute kitten come with it too? They are handcrafted by Brad [...]
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Posted on April 2, 2009 by Renee G
We are thrilled to announce that Cocoa Pod has been chosen as a vendor for Made on The Left – a fabulous market that showcases top quality West Australian designers! Be the first to see items from our Autumn collection! If you are from West Australia, why not make a road trip to Bunbury on [...]
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