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Read MoreFor surfers who want to reduce their environmental footprint and still have fun in the water, Rupert offers custom shapes in a range of different constructions to suit your surfing. Same fun, less eco-guilt.
Read MoreTwo sisters on a mission to reduce textile waste. I’m so happy to share this interview with Karina and Sam Seljak, founders of Seljak Brand, closed-loop blankets made from textiles waste off the factory floor at mills in Tasmania and Lithuania.
Read MoreI had the opportunity to catch up with Steph for a coffee a couple of weeks ago at my local Common Ground Project, where we chatted all things business, community and lifestyle. Stephanie filled me in on her latest series titled 'Lento' which was captured in the vibrant town Lagos in southern Portugal's Algarve region (stops to check flights). Lento translates to 'slow' in Portuguese which Steph felt was a fitting title that reflected the vibes she had from her stay.
Read MoreI’m really excited to highlight Kinsfolk Farm, not just because their produce is delicious and they’re really nice people but because they are contributing to a solution. Regenerative farming is a really successful way of reducing carbon emissions and by supporting local farmers like them you can contribute too.
Read MoreThis week I’m sharing with you the story of Sophie Gandar the designer behind a new brand that’s just popped up on my radar. Meet MILOU MILOU; luxurious, zero waste, 100%, pure flax bed linen - custom made to order just for YOU. Now if that sentence alone doesn’t get you excited I don’t know what will.
Read MoreI wanted to share Louise’s story because I’m really inspired by creatives who find their niche and then do it really successfully. I had a feeling that Louise’s story would be an interesting one and I’m so pleased that we can share it with you all. We hope that reading this inspires you to keep trying new things, follow your passion and hone in on your strengths.
Read MoreSomething that has stood out from us from day one was how open Lars was in helping and sharing his knowledge and skills with us. We really wanted to interview Lars and share his work with you all, a master of his craft, incredibly humble and beautiful person. Thank you Lars and Leesa for welcoming us into your home, thank you for sharing your story and thank you for inspiring us.
Read MoreWe absolutely love seeing creatives pursuing their passions and succeeding - and someone who’s doing just this is local watercolour artist Natalie Martin. I had the opportunity to sit down with Nat in her studio as discuss all things creating, running a business and how she’s contributing to building the arts community on the Surf Coast.
Read MoreI recently connected with Hannah Sultana, the owner of Slow Trading in Belmont, Geelong. I really love their ethos - valuing independent, small batch, eco-friendly materials, transparent value chains and fair working rights. Quality made clothing and wares that will be loved now and in years to come.
Read MoreGenerally small businesses have their family to thank, it’s the closest people to you who help nurture and support your dreams when they are just an idea. We have been so lucky to have Joan and Rick (Al’s mum and dad) support us from day one. Here’s a tour of their purpose-built, sustainable home in Williamstown.
Read MoreI had a chat to Jamie about her latest collection “Honey Hole” - a series of artworks that we’ve featured in many of our photoshoots, it looks like as much as we both love the city we’ll always love the feeling of dirt between our toes.
Read MoreWe had a chat with Alice and Greg of Richmond, Melbourne about why they choose to shop local, how they slow down and the conscious choices they make to live a more sustainable lifestyle.
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