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Why vintage glassware should be on every op-shoppers must-have list

Why vintage glassware should be on every op-shoppers must-have list

From smoked to frosted, ribbed to coloured, unique glass is trending. Sustainable shopping advocate Fi reveals how to find this vintage treasure Smoked glass, a staple of the 1970s, is back, which got me thinking about this moody material and other types of glass worth hunting out in secondhand shops. Coloured glass is also a […]
Where to find the best op-shops in the North Island

Where to find the best op-shops in the North Island

We asked a few op-shopping experts to name their favourite spots to find bargain homeware and furniture in the North Island  1. New Plymouth Westown Hospice Shop This popular op-shop has a high turnover and puts out new stock every day, so go often and be thorough. They save some of the best bits for […]
These tips on what to sell, donate and recycle will make downsizing easy

These tips on what to sell, donate and recycle will make downsizing easy

Having a clear out or looking to make some cash for your next purchase? Here’s what to sell, donate and recycle, and how to go about it Selling What to sell Vintage or collectable items, designer or well-known brands, recent purchases or older pieces still in good condition are sure to sell well. Don’t forget […]
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10 important things you need to know before reupholstering your furniture

10 important things you need to know before reupholstering your furniture

Reupholstering a vintage chair doesn’t need to be a one-time thing, says Your Home and Garden style director Catherine Wilkinson Seven years ago, YH&G style director Catherine Wilkinson was given a chair by her mother-in-law. Originally purchased on Trade Me, it had a beautiful frame but was covered in tired fabric. Catherine had it reupholstered […]
7 Instagrammers to follow to satisfy your vintage obsession

7 Instagrammers to follow to satisfy your vintage obsession

Thanks to a growing group of savvy sellers, Instagram is becoming the best place to bag a vintage bargain. Here are eight of our favourite feeds to follow View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Boho Thrifter (@thebohothrifter) on Dec 9, 2018 at 10:07pm PST 8 Instagrammers to follow to satisfy your […]
How to give your new bathroom character by embracing vintage style

How to give your new bathroom character by embracing vintage style

When it comes to bathrooms, how retro can you go? We discuss the fixtures and fittings you may want to keep when considering a reno How to give your new bathroom character by embracing vintage style Retro bathrooms are a special breed. They can be so wrong, but aspects of them can be so good […]