Author: Thu Nguyen
Serrena Que Estate
From a love of wine and a lifelong dream, we never thought that owning a winery would be possible. That was before we came to Stanthorpe one chilly winter’s day in 2015 and fell in love – with the wine, the landscape, the country hospitality, and the lifestyle…Just a country-girl farmer and a city raised…
Washpool Supply Co.
Australian-made soap bars your skin will love.Quality, efficacy, purity, and value – these timeless principles lie at the heart of Washpool Supply Co. We are an Australian natural soap company dedicated to crafting soap bars from ethically sourced natural ingredients. Our skilled artisans draw on the finest of soap-making traditions while satisfying a modern preference…
The Folly Truffles
Mike and Judy Egerton have always loved the South of France and had a dream to grow truffles in their retirement. But France is too far away; so to be closer to family, they decided on Ballandean. Son Ben, and daughter-in-law Maple moved to The Folly in 2011 to manage the family farm. Learning as…
Aventine Wines
The farm, on which AVENTINE WINES is located, was first cleared for farming in the early 1900’s by the two Barker brothers. None of those fancy chainsaws or bulldozers in those days. The brothers used 6-foot long, (about 2 metres) steel saws with one man on each end pulling and pushing in turn. Horses were…
Savina Lane’s Vineyard
Savina Lane’s vineyard lies in a small basin at 850m elevation, 28kms north of the Queensland border with NSW. Winter here is a time of fire and ice. Summers are milder and less humid with cool nights. The unique granitic gravel soil is well-suited to growing lesser-known vine species – widely known as alternative varieties.The…
Arden Retreat
For us, establishing Arden Retreat has been about creating both a fabulous experience for our guests and building the life we dream of for our family.We moved from Hobart in 2018, seeking space and the lifestyle it provides: a productive vegie garden, menagerie of animals, a big shed (!), a bush playground for kids and…
Killara Distillery
The name Killara is a nod to my parents, Bill & Lyn Lark who started the whisky industry in Australia back in 1992. Killara is the name of the street where that first modern distillery was registered over 150 years after the last distillery in Hobart closed its doors and shut off its stills.The still…
Frogmore Creek
Alain’s winemaking is a true expression of what Frogmore Creek is all about; balance, engaging and elegance. With a subtle reference to his formal French training paired with his knowledge of Tasmania and the cool climate growing region, Alain has developed his own distinct winemaking style and techniques. Alain will say his approach is ‘Lazy…
Pooley Wines
Pooley Wines was first established in 1985 when Denis and Margaret Pooley planted vines on the banks of the Coal River in southern Tasmania. With seven rows of Pinot Noir and ten rows of Riesling planted on their 16-hectare farm at Cooinda Vale as a retirement plan, Denis and Margaret found a renewed vigour for…
James Howe
James Howe’s practice exists to create superb furniture for those who crave beauty, order and human connection in their homes.James Howe’s pieces encapsulate the delight of adventure, using materials in novel ways and reinventing old crafts. A minimalist, James draws inspiration from what he observes in nature, city landscapes, and utilitarian man-made objects.https://www.jameshowe.com.au/
Iluka Studio
Iluka Studio designs and manufactures a range of products that are inspired by simplicity, attention to detail, quality design and manufacturing, and most importantly, sustainability.The concept and creation of Iluka Studio was born when founder, Jack Stannard, witnessed how much beautiful native timber was being discarded from construction sites. He began working on ways to…
Laura McCusker Studio and Workshop
Dedicated to creating functional pieces from honest materials, Laura has been designing and making furniture for more than 25 years. Founding her business in Sydney, Laura now calls Tasmania home, working from a 110 year old former apple packing shed, with the sound of the New Town Rivulet as her soundtrack.Her adopted island state provides…
Concrete Republic
Concrete Republic is owned and operated by two Geelong locals, Luke Reddie and Blake Robertson. Getting off the ground in 2016, Luke began creating furniture masterpieces from his back shed. Having more than 14 years’ experience using concrete, he was familiar with the medium and became excited by its potential.Experimenting with glass fibre reinforced concrete…
MadeIt Australia
Welcome to Madeit and thank you for choosing to support and embrace Australian Handmade ❤️In April 2023, I became the very proud owner of this space and have committed myself to ensuring that we make Madeit the go-to platform for Australian Artisans: simplifying and supercharging their online presence.At the heart of Australia lies a story.…
Aspects of Kings Park
Aspects of Kings Park is a gallery and retail environment for the highest quality contemporary Australian and Western Australian craft and design.We focus on works by local artists, with products reflecting Australia’s natural environment and biodiversity.Our team comprises a dedicated crew who take pride in understanding the inspiration of the individual artist and range of…
Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotton Trades
The Australian Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades (Rare Trades Centre for short) was established in 2022 as a place dedicated to the preservation and perpetuation of rare skills, knowledge and practice to ensure the language of ‘making’ in Australia is not lost to history and remains alive and accessible for future generations.Industrialisation, mass…
Koskela
Koskela was founded by partners Russel Koskela and Sasha Titchkosky in 2000, who left behind lucrative careers in the corporate world in a bid to create a furniture and design company with a courageous mindset and strong social conscience. They sought to bring their vision to life with Australian manufacturing. The ongoing success of Koskela…
Wootten
The idea of walking in a father’s footsteps is as old as the art of making shoes itself. It’s the idea on which Wootten is founded. Jess’s dad, Ross Wootten, began making bespoke footwear in the early 1970s in South Australia under the tutelage of Bulgarian Master Craftsman and internationally renowned shoemaker, George Koleff.His son,…
Australia’s Sunshine Coast
Australia’s Sunshine Coast, located in the heart of South East Queensland, exhibits an abundance of natural beauty, offers a relaxed lifestyle, and has long pristine beaches to rival its southern neighbour, the Gold Coast.Why is it called the Sunshine Coast, you might wonder? The name itself evokes images of endless sunny days, golden beaches, and…
Genschi
Angela comes from a background in the print industry. Having completed an apprenticeship after school, she spent 15 years in her trade as a Graphic Artist before diving full time into jewellery design and glass work.In 2007, she learnt the art of lampworking with the intention of creating one of a kind pieces of jewellery…
Upcycled Glassware
Upcycled Glassware promises to find new value in the discarded, while celebrating the circular economy of recycling and upcycling.Using existing materials, responsible production methods and sustainable practices, Upcycled Glassware’s mission is to contribute to a growing movement toward sustainable living and mindful consumption.We take a considered approach to each piece or batch we create. Whether…
Melting Pot Glass
Australian hot glass artist, Gerry Reilly, creates handmade blown art glass from his renowned Melting Pot Glass Studio in Margaret River Wine Region.After 23 years as a public demonstration studio and gallery, Gerry and his partner Margot Edwards have closed their main street gallery and built a new home studio in Summer 2014. They have…
Cindy Poole
“I have created a diverse and unique body of work which has culminated from my desire to create glass forms inspired by the images that are constantly presented from my environment, relationships and experiences.The glass is my canvas through which I can bring some of my thoughts and visions into a visual form that can…
Volcania Art Glass
Volcania Art Glass is an Australian handcrafted glassware business that is owned and operated by Linda and Mark Floyd from Ogunbil via Tamworth, N.S.W. Australia since July 2000.Our product range includes designer glass plates, dishes, vases, coasters and sculptures, also stained glass / leadlight lamps, bowls and many suncatchers.Our specialty glassware will make a gift…