The Journal

Articles (181)

17/07/23

NEW IN STORE — Astier de Villatte

Three white ceramic vases with botanical illustrations. Round vase with scalloped rim, two taller cylindrical vases with plant designs.

Handmade ceramic vases, platters, ornaments and more...

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17/07/23

Family Recipe — Slow Cooked Italian Beef Casserole

Colourful plate with green beans, roasted potatoes, and beef casserole. Black bottle, green pot, glassware on grey tablecloth.

Served with crispy potatoes and blanched greens...

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26/06/23

Carrot Soup with Tahini & Rosemary

A bowl of pumpkin soup with lentils on decorative plates. Fork and knife rest on a brown napkin. Wine glass and autumn leaves complete the elegant setting.

Simple, earthy, and with a few surprising ingredients...

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20/06/23

A Living (and breathing) Room

Cosy living room with dark sofa, patterned cushions, and plaid blanket. Lit lamp illuminates bookshelf with plant. Inviting ambiance.

Considering the idea of shapable spaces...

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13/06/23

Studio Visit — Honeymoon Sea

Man and woman on sailboat deck off Waiheke Island. Clear blue water and sky backdrop.

On board with artists Hannah and Benedict Maurice...

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23/05/23

Recipe — Red Grape & Balsamic Mostarda

Wooden board with baguette, bread slices, olives, and herb-garnished dip. Mostarda relish and wine glasses on table. Rustic setting.

An earthy condiment that tastes of wintertime...

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08/05/23

Mother's Day Muse — Olivia Moon

Woman on sofa watches young girl in floral dress examining small object. Wicker stool in background.

a home with a love for texture and comfort...

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03/05/23

Spiced Carrot Cake with Salted Caramel

Person slicing frosted carrot cake on white plate. Light icing, yellow garnish. Forks on white cloth nearby.

A new and easy-to-make classic from The Caker...

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27/04/23

Château de Fabrègues by Pierre Yovanovitch

A Provençal-inspired room with a round wooden table, modern sofa, and chair. A black industrial light hangs above, creating a warm ambiance.

"...a living place, a place of research, projects, meetings, imagination and freedom."

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18/04/23

New — Italian Marble Fruits

White ceramic bowl on pedestal holds yellow grapes and pear. Light, neutral background creates simple, rustic aesthetic.

Hand carved and painted life size works of art...

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14/03/23

Lake House — Baina

Person in vintage black clawfoot tub. Hexagonal tile floor, striped towel on stool, striped rug, framed art.

"a reminder to seek refuge from the daily hum..."

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06/03/23

Astier de Villatte — Ring Cup

White ceramic mug with handle resembling pink rose in gold ring. Plain, light-coloured background.

The charm of elegant utilitarian ceramics...

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17/02/23

The Living Collection

Wooden table with flower vase, surrounded by chairs. Fireplace with artisanal pieces, striped blanket, and large window in background.

Building a life's collection one treasure at a time...

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14/02/23

Missoni Home — Ceramics

Tea set with zigzag patterned cup and saucer, spoon, jug, plates with cookies, and open book on light tablecloth.

Tea — a good reason to check in on your neighbour, spend time with a friend, and be there for one another...

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23/01/23

Iconic Interiors — Anais Nin

A cozy Los Angeles home workspace with desk and brick walls. Features a vintage typewriter, a framed picture, chair, and hanging portrait of a woman and dog. Greenery is visible through the window.

The writer’s minimalist, mid-century residence is a lasting monument to her life and legacy...

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17/01/23

Wedding Gifts

Round table set for meal with white plates, wine glasses, and floral centrepieces. Large window and chandelier in background.

Treasured heirloom pieces to begins one's own collection...

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04/01/23

Summer Listening List

Sunlit room with woven chair, striped blanket. Black fireplace, wooden mantel. Sheer curtains on window.

Taking the time to tune in...

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19/12/22

Summer Reading List

Person in dark blue pyjamas reading book while sitting on floral cushion. Cosy, comfortable setting.

Text recommendations from our Tessuti friends and family...

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14/12/22

Wine List — curated by Pete Connell at By The Bottle

Hand holds wine glass with rosé against blue sky. Trees visible in background. Sunlight shines through glass.

Including biodynamic, local, refreshing wines and, of course, French champagne...

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12/12/22

With Love

Person in light shirt writing cards with yellow pencil. Other pencils, eraser, and candle holder on table.

The slow act of giving and receiving handwritten notes...

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06/12/22

Free-Form Pear and Rhubarb Tart

Rustic tart on white plate, wooden table. Lit candle, white jug nearby. Crystal glasses, blurred chair in background.

The abundance of seasonal fruit nestled in hand-rolled pastry...

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02/12/22

Sunday — Afternoon Tea

Person in checkered apron holding child, slicing cake. Powdered sugar and purple shiso leaf wreath on cake.

Taking idle time to awaken the imagination...

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22/11/22

Long Holiday Breakfast

Sunlit kitchen table with espresso pot, cups, and bowl. Floral tablecloth, vintage appliances. Shadows create serene holiday breakfast scene.

Taking time to replenish and reconnect...

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10/11/22

New Arrivals — Sophie Digard

Light-coloured handbag on rocky beige surface. Eroded rock background with shadows and patterns.

The French artist invites us into her world of colour, detail, nature and storytelling...

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01/11/22

Family Recipes — Two Bright Salads

Outdoor table with vegetarian pizza, salad, and chickpea dish. Green wine glasses and utensils visible.

Vibrant summer ingredients for a light lunch with friends...

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17/10/22

A Long Weekend Soirée

Person in white blouse rests hand on table. Partially filled green drink, white plate, and cutlery nearby.

Recipes for a light drink and a little nibble...

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03/10/22

Family Recipes — Goats Cheese Tart

Savoury tart on wooden board by window. White flower vase. Woman in plaid apron cooking in background.

A quick and simple lunch option, from our family to yours...

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19/09/22

New Arrivals — Astier de Villatte

White vase with blossoms on rustic table. Checkered napkins and Astier de Villatte plate nearby. Open window shows green background.

One-of-a-kind ceramic pieces handmade in Paris...

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24/08/22

Words of Interiors

Spacious room with hexagonal tiles, animal painting, and chandelier. Wooden tables, vintage furniture, and decorative items like a tiger rug create an elegant anthology.

Literature that proves the impact a single room can have on our entire being...

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09/08/22

Déjeuner à Deux

Tablecloth with black line drawings of place setting. Includes plates, utensils, wine glass, bottle, mussels.

Bathing our table in the flavours of spring...

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04/08/22

Tea Time

Tea cup on saucer and checkered napkin. Open magazine nearby. Sunlit wooden table.

Throughout history, tea has always been a vehicle for connection...

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27/07/22

New Arrivals — Missoni Towelling

A close-up of a multicoloured houndstooth scarf with "MISSONI" in red. The pattern features brown, orange, beige, and black, showcasing luxurious velour.

Vibrant and luxurious, we celebrate the new collection from Italian design house, Missoni Home...

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05/07/22

CABANA Magazine No17

Yellow "CABANA" book on dark wooden table. Sunlight casting cross-shaped shadow. Small wooden puzzle nearby.

A publication about intimacy; exploring the close relationship each person has with interiors...

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30/05/22

New Maker — Anke Drechsel

A lifelike lobster sculpture made of red and silver beads sits on a white surface. Sunlight from the left highlights the intricate details of this luxurious artwork.

Heirloom treasures for the whole family...

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24/05/22

Monastery Made Skincare

Monastery Sage Cleansing Oil bottle with silver cap on neutral background. Two blurry bottles behind, warm light casting shadows.

Skincare made with the world’s finest plant oils and absolutes...

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16/05/22

J. Hannah Colour Theory

Three intertwined hands reaching upward, each in a different tone. The light and dark tones wear rings, and all three are wearing nail polish.

A glimpse at the interdisciplinary influences that inspire J Hannah nail polishes...

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05/05/22

Mother's Day Muse

Woman on grass holding two children. Children playing with pink flowers. All smiling.

Ophelia af m Jones visits mother Yasmine Ganley at home in Titirangi...

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21/04/22

Leaves and Flowers Tea

Three tea products on light background: "Deep Breakfast" box, "Sleep Tea" and "Chamomile Lemon" pouches. Premium small batch teas.

botanical infusions and loose leaf teas, sustainably grown and harvested...

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15/03/22

Laing Home — Autumn Arrivals

Person in green V-neck sweater and light pants stands against plain background. One hand by side, other near sweater bottom.

Essential knitwear, designed in New Zealand...

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01/03/22

New Arrivals — Charlotte Penman

Close-up of person in open white shirt wearing gold necklace with circular pendant.

A new offering from the local jeweller celebrates sun, growth and ritual...

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09/02/22

Slow Design Florence — Alice Mirror + Trays

Mirror on ground near window, reflecting leaves and sky. Sunlight casting shadows on concrete floor.

Re-invented objects that exist between nostalgia and modernity...

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26/01/22

Astier de Villatte — Process

A vintage room with terracotta tiles, wooden tables, and artisanal items. It features a chandelier, painting, couch, and tiger rug. Large windows let in natural light.

Artistic inspiration and creative energy drawn from things forgotten...

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