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25.01.2022 Its Femme Friday lovely people! Did you know, that every 10 minutes, 6 tonnes of clothing goes into Aussie landfills? 6 TONNES!!! My Femme Friday feature this week is tackling this statistic head on with her brand Thrift Be With You. Meet Kahlia, the incredible woman behind this fashion label with a conscience. Thrift be with you started out as an ethical fashion blog in 2016 and has evolved into a bespoke vintage clothing brand on a mission to provide an alternative to fa...st fashion. Kahlia says Fast fashion is not only destroying our beautiful planet, but its perpetuating the cycle of poverty that further marginalises garment workers and exposes them to unsafe working conditions. Each piece of clothing sold through Thrift Be With You is vintage and sourced from op-shops and flea markets from around the world. And even though their carbon footprint is almost non-existent, Kahlias company also donates $1 from every sale to plant a tree here in Australia, through One Tree Planted. This is such a great initiative, and makes you feel even better about your purchase. Ive just bought my first item through her online shop which was easy to navigate and full of vintage yumminess! Her prices are very reasonable and she offers free shipping within Australia! Whaaaaat?!!! So go on, get shopping! Not only is it guilt free, but every piece is unique. Congratulations Kahlia on such an inspiring business and making a positive commitment and contribution to a greener future. Check her out here www.thriftbewithyou.com and follow along on FB/Insta. See more
25.01.2022 MY LATEST COMMISSION! Ive just finished making this whopping 1.8m diameter, 10 seater Puzzle Joint Dining Table for my Seaforth client. Thank you Amanda for entrusting me with this beauty. I hope youre as happy with it as I am proud of making it. Heres to elbows on tables, great food shared, and many family memories made around it! Cheers to that!
25.01.2022 I’ll be at THE BEACHES MARKET, this Friday! I can’t wait to see some familiar faces It’s been ages!
24.01.2022 Its the best day of the week! Femme Friday! This weeks Femme Friday feature is dynamic duo Briohney and Debbie of Copper Beech Flower Merchant These amazing girls create incredible flower arrangements for weddings, special events and occasions, as well as your everyday! They also offer plant styling for your home! Their creativity and passion for their work is obvious and their commitment to the clients vision unwavering. They pride themselves on offering impeccable customer service and their customers agree whole heartedly! Theyve just come through a hugely busy time, making mothers day floral dreams come true! Located in Balgowlah, and available online Why not get in touch or simply send them some love, via insta and FB! Keep it up lovely ladies! xx Copper Beech, The Flower Merchant
24.01.2022 MOTHER’S DAY CUT OFF! Thanks for all your picnic table orders! Today’s the last day to get your orders in (Sydney only) for guaranteed delivery before Mother’s Day! Only 10 left! Get in quick #bestgiftever #foldingpicnictable
24.01.2022 I just finished making three of these gorgeous kitchen stools for my Melbourne client! Theyre designed for kids to be able to stand on the bottom step, or adults to sit on the top. Im so happy with them! #americanoak #customstools
23.01.2022 MY LATEST COMMISSION! Carrara marble top with American Oak base. Designed and built by me! Super happy with this build. Id love to hear from you if youve got a project in mind!
22.01.2022 ONLINE SHOP OPEN! Local pick up only. I have a safe collection point set up at my workshop. Order now for pick up before Christmas! www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop
22.01.2022 Im loving this weeks #FemmeFriday fabulousness! Meet Beck, of Deadly Denim. Beck is a proud Ballardong/Whadjuk woman, and mother to two young boys and one strong young woman. Deadly Denim is the perfect amalgamation of all the things that Beck loves to bits. Her family, her culture and her hobbies; upcycling and fashion. Deadly Denim was launched in 2018 with a collection of denim jackets showcasing screen printed designs from artists from remote Aboriginal art centres. Ea...ch piece is unique and aims to connect people to Aboriginal culture. Deadly Denim use the Australian Indigenous Art Code to protect copyright and ensure artists get a fair share of each piece produced. Deadly Denim also donates 10% of every sale to the Indigenous Midwifery Fund who support Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander student midwives a cause Beck is tremendously passionate about. Beck explains Why is birthing on country so important for us? Australia is said to be one of the safest countries in the world to give birth, but that isnt the case for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Its such an important cause. Deadly Denim is a business with a social impact, actively supporting Indigenous communities and doing it sustainably and gently on the planet. Every piece is made by Beck, in the Deadly Denim solar powered studio, with recycled and repurposed fabrics. What's not to love about this?!!! To learn more and support this amazing brand head over to the website https://www.deadlydenim.com.au/ Congratulations Beck on creating such a beautiful brand
22.01.2022 I loved the simplicity of this coffee table so much, I made another one! Now, it just needs to find its forever home! PM me for details! #americanoak
21.01.2022 Its that time of week, lovely people! Femme Friday is here, and do I have a maker for you! Introducing Skye Petho, award winning glass artist and owner of Arthouse Industries shop and creative space in the beautiful coastal town of Port Macquarie. Skyes shop showcases a selection of unique, handmade one off designs, artwork, clothing and jewellery. Youre even able to watch her create beautiful glass beads from molten glass in her studio! Or you can attend a class with... Skye and learn the art of Lampworking. And if you can't get there in person, Skye is offering an amazing earring subscription which gives you a handmade pair of earrings every month for $25, delivered! So be sure to follow her on Insta and FB stop by and say hello, next time youre in the area and experience the warm, inviting space of Arthouse Industries and the amazing talents of the lovely Skye! AH-MAY-ZING!!! See more
21.01.2022 I hope youre celebrating your favorite men today and the amazing-ness they bring to your life! I know I am! Happy Fathers Day to these gorgeous two!
21.01.2022 LAST CHANCE TO ORDER IN TIME FOR MOTHER'S DAY! If your Mum would love a Happy Picnic Table, head over to my website to order! Either pick up in Brookvale or Frenchs Forest. So easy! Flat rate shipping is also available, but may not make it in time for her special day. www.girlandgrain.com.au
21.01.2022 It's Femme Friday lovely people! Introducing jewellery maker Ange, of Newcastles - Studio Melt. What a superstar this lady is! Studio Melt is a jewellery making studio and retail space. It opened its doors in 2012 as part of the Renew Newcastle program. Ange's vision was to create a space where she could create, collaborate and share her work with the local community. Slowly the space started to fill with her incredible work, and began to catch the attention of locals. An...ge decided she wanted to find other other small-scale jewellery and object makers to feature, so she began the search. Studio Melt now proudly represents the work of over 75 makers located throughout Australia and the world Ange says I look really hard to find beautifully made, unique work. I love watching people walk into the store for the first time. People's reactions are quite a beautiful thing to watch!' Definitely jump over to her FB and Insta page Studio Melt and check out her online shop https://studiomelt.com.au/ for beautifully handmade jewellery and objects. And be sure to pop in and say hello on your next trip to Newcastle! #femmefriday #studiomelt #womeninbusiness
21.01.2022 It’s the perfect day for an INDOOR market! Come and say hi! 26 Crabbes Ave, Willoughby. 8am - 1pm TODAY (Sunday)
21.01.2022 If you’re looking for something fun to do on V Day (Sunday 14th), why not swing past Willoughby French market from 8am! If you need a last minute Valentines Day gift, I’ve got you covered
20.01.2022 Its Femme Friday! Im so excited to bring you this weeks feature Introducing this amazing local - Kylie Monteleone of Spacedresser!!! Having completed a Certificate IV in Design as well as a Colour Design Diploma at iSCD, Kylie has worked hard to turn her passion into her purpose that satisfies her soul. Kylie believes that design should be practical, aesthetically pleasing and affordable. No job is too big or too small for Kylie and she loves working on both commerci...al and residential projects. Kylie says when Im not knee deep in colour swatches and new designs, Im likely to be lost in a good book, or playing tea parties with my little ones. Our lives adapt to meet the needs of our family, and I believe our space should be an extension of that. Kylie has worked with many clients across the Northern Beaches and she knows no two projects are the same. She works with her clients to gain an understanding of their unique style, even if theyre unsure themselves! If youre thinking of a colour and style revamp for your home or space or youve got an idea of what you like, but youre not sure how to pull it all together you cant go past Kylies colour and design expertise. To learn more, visit her website www.spacedresser.com.au or follow along @spacedresser See more
20.01.2022 LOCAL PICK UP! If you’ve opted for ‘local pickup’ on your picnic table order.... It’s ready for collection!!! Thank you for your patience everyone! Please collect your table/s on weekdays between 10-3pm. Further instructions are in the email I’ve sent out! Thank you all for your orders!!! It’s not too late to place an order for Christmas Just go to www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop
19.01.2022 AND THE WINNER OF MY BIRTHDAY COMPETITION IS..... Kim Draguns!!! Congratulations Kim !!! Thank you to everyone who has generously shared my page this week. You've shared it over 70 times and helped me reach the 1000 follower milestone!!! I wish I could give you all picnic tables... (or at least a hug!) Thank you so much for your ongoing support If you missed out, but would still love to order a table -simply go to www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop It's the best $99 you'll ever spend
19.01.2022 This weeks Femme Friday feature is a Northern Beaches local! Introducing Virginia and her little mate Hamish, the Westie - the team behind Healthy Hound Treats! Virginia has been a Remedial Massage Therapist for 17 years. It was while studying canine massage that she became more aware of the importance of preservative free meals and treats for dogs. Virginia started making her own dehydrated treats for Hamish, as she wanted him to have treats made with fresh Australian i...ngredients that were low in fat and without preservatives, chemicals, colourings or additives. In 2013, she started selling her Healthy Hound Treats at markets and at dog events around Sydney. The quality of her handmade and natural dog treats was recognised by Frenchs Forest Veterinary Hospital, Mosman Veterinary Hospital, Belrose Veterinary Hospital, Woollahra Veterinary Hospital and Mona Vale Veterinary Hospital who now are retailing them in their practices. Healthy Hound Treats are also available for members at the Sydney All Breeds Dog Training Club and Chew Chew Pet Restaurant. All Healthy Hound Treats are custom made to order in small batches to guarantee their quality and freshness! So if you're looking for a healthy treat option for your beloved pooch, be sure to check out Healthy Hound Treats, make a purchase or simply follow along! https://www.healthyhound.com.au/new-products See more
19.01.2022 ONLINE SHOP OPEN!!! My online shop is now open for a short time. PICK UP ONLY. Get in quick! www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop
18.01.2022 My latest commission- this loooong American Oak entrance console
18.01.2022 Aint that the truth .... and heres your chance! Do you know any female business owners/makers/creators who are doing incredible things?!! Id love to hear about them for my weekly Femme Friday feature! Just tag them below or PM me. Lets lift each other up ladies!!!
18.01.2022 Its another fabulous Femme Friday feature! This week I bring you Mariana of Brownie Box Original, Freshwater. Originally from Brazil, Mariana brings her love of chocolate and sweet treats to Sydneys Northern Beaches! Her delicious goodies include brownies, cakes and all things chocolate. Marianas love of baking and chocolate has been passed down to her from her Grandma (aged 80) who worked all her life making homemade Brazilian sweets and cakes. Her Grandma is her bigges...t inspiration and supporter of what she does and together they share a love of making these delicious sweet treats! From traditional Brigadeiro balls and Branquinho, to chocolate filled bonbons, custom cakes and chocolate brownies to die for. Are you hungry yet?! To check out this yummy business head over to her insta and FB pages and send her some love! www.facebook.com/brownieboxoriginal/ @brownieboxoriginal See more
17.01.2022 Thank you so much for thinking of G&G for your gifting needs this Mothers Day!!! If youre happy to share, Id love to see any pics (or vids) of The Happy Picnic tables with their new owners! Have the happiest day, celebrating your Mums!
17.01.2022 It’s Market Day! Come say hi The Beaches Market 8-1pm
17.01.2022 Todays #FemmeFriday is a telling example of the time were living in. Its happening in households across Australia as we come to terms with the reality of living with a global pandemic. This weeks Femme Friday is a friend and ex-colleague of mine who, in the past six months has had to reinvent herself due to COVID19. Introducing Fior, a Fim & TV costume designer/Stylist, who after production shut-down has had to find new ways to generate income. Fior has started making was...hable face masks to help provide some protection against COVID. Her masks are made to order. Her shaped masks are triple layered with cotton and cotton/poly blend outer layers, with a non-woven inner layer which acts as a filter. Her masks are reversible with prints or plain colours and also have elastic ear loops. They are all made within DHHS and CDC guidelines. She offers kids and adult sizes. This is a new venture for Fior, so theres no fancy website or Insta account just one very determined woman doing what she can to get through. If youd like to follow along here fior_lemke.stylist or order a mask, email [email protected] See more
17.01.2022 Am loving how my latest custom dining table came up! So elegant! If you’re looking for a custom piece for your home, I’d love to hear from you #tassieoak #customfurniture
17.01.2022 This weeks Femme Friday is AH-MAY-ZING!!! Introducing Babbarra Women's Centre, from the Maningrida community, NT. This centre brings together women from 12 different language groups in the Maningrida region in the Northern Territory. Babbarra Womens Centre has a proud history of positive social impact. It supports the continuation of culture and economic independence of Indigenous women in the community of Maningrida and on surrounding homelands. From this centre came the e...stablishment of their main social enterprise - Babbarra Designs. The artists at Babbarra Designs design and hand print exquisite textiles that are sold not only in Australia, but around the world! Each length of fabric is unique and tells the ancestral stories of Arnhem Land country and cultures. Last year these stories were shared with the world when they exhibited their work in Paris! They were also featured in Vogue Australia. People tell us our designs are bold and elegant, but for us they are more than designs these designs tell the stories of our lives. They bring a lot of joy to everyone to us, our families and our customers. Be sure to follow along and support these incredible women. And you can buy Babbarra Designs unique artisan fabrics and hand sewn items from their online shop https://babbarra.com/shop/ See more
17.01.2022 Its Femme Friday lovely people! Today I bring you another superstar business woman! Naomi Conlon is the incredible woman behind her business, Belrose Chiropractic - Health and Wellness Centre. I am a long-time patient of hers and have experienced first-hand the benefit of her chiropractic care. Those hands work wonders! Naomi is 100% focused on improving the health of her patients. She listens and responds to your health concerns with genuine care and compassion. She loves what she does, has such a positive energy and I always leave her clinic feeling 4 inches taller (emotionally and physically). Shes simply the best! If youre looking for an amazing Chiro, I cannot recommend her highly enough. Follow along or get in touch via her website! www.belrosechiropractic.com.au
16.01.2022 Its Femme Friday lovelies! And in celebration of Mothers Day this Sunday, this week Im featuring someone especially near and dear to me. My Mum! My Mum - The Original Maker. The Maker of so many things, made with love, over my lifetime. Of homemade play dough, so deliciously salty! (Yes, I ate it) Of the best chocolate self saucing pudding, and the fluffiest scones. Of so many delicious treats and a million family dinners! Not to mention the maker of many handmade pr...ize outfits - like that spectacular tropical fruit themed 80s jumpsuit, and so many knitted jumpers! That amazing quilt you made me in all my favourite colours - now 30 years on, keeping my own son warm and wrapped up. My Mum the maker of family, of celebration, and of home. And my biggest supporter Love you Mum! Here's to all you incredible women, who make life just that little bit more special for people you love. Youre ALL amazing xx See more
16.01.2022 Thank you Matt for such an amazing write up! Im blown away by your words and incredible generosity in supporting small businesses like mine. Thank you for doing what you do!
15.01.2022 BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY!!! Another trip 'round the sun for me, means a birthday giveaway for you!! During these times of COVID, I especially rely on the support of you and the people you can introduce Girl & Grain to. So if you'd fancy a shot at winning your very own 'Happy Picnic Table', and you're happy to share my page with your lovely friends and family - I'd be ever grateful! The lucky winner will be chosen at random, next week. Good luck!!! www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop #happybirthdaytome #birthdaygiveaway #happypicnictable
14.01.2022 My amazing 'graphic-designer-by-day/talented-photographer-by-night' friend Dom, recently asked if I would be his photography subject! After nutting out the finer details of my hair and makeup trailer, and that my catering truck should only be stocked with blue M&M's - I jumped at the chance! And this is the result! ... Thanks Dom! You're the star of this one! Dominic Meler
13.01.2022 Its Femme Friday!!! If youre feeling uninspired at the moment with the goings on in our world, todays feature may be exactly what you need! Introducing Northern Beaches local business woman Sonia Stackhouse of Little Lane Workshops. Little Lane Workshops is an art, craft and lifestyle studio located in Warriewood. Sonia started LLW after she had a life changing accident that left her not only in a wheelchair for some time, but questioning what is most important in life. ...In this moment, Sonia found the courage to leave a stressful corporate career and start her creative business. Sonia believes that creativity is one of the best ways to calm the mind and re-energise the spirit, and what better way to do that than in the company of others, in a warm, welcoming environment. She likes to think of LLW as a gym to exercise your creativity and escape from everyday life. LLW is somewhere people can reclaim some me time and explore creative avenues. Its focus is on bringing community together, in a nurturing and supportive environment. LLW offers workshops in many different arts and crafts from macramé, candle making, crochet and knitting, jewelery & metalwork, as well as pottery & ceramics, shibori and soap making just to name a few! There is something for everyone, including the kids! To support this incredible woman and her amazing business, be sure to check out her website www.littlelaneworkshops.com.au And why not book a class or buy a Gift Voucher for someone you think could use some fun!! Congratulations Sonia on your beautiful creative business! #femmefriday #womeninbusiness #womensupportingwomen #likeaboss See more
13.01.2022 Just a little bit chuffed with my latest commission! #spottedgum #bathroomvanity #custommade
12.01.2022 Im putting down the 'Femme Friday' pencil today, and instead would like to take a moment to express my solidarity with all people of colour - in Australia, the USA and across the world. The horrific murder of George Floyd at the hands of police officer Derek Chauvin fills me with terror and disgust in equal measure. As the wife of an African American and the mother of my gorgeous son, this imagery burns a hole in my heart, and fills me with a rage I cannot silence. When I wa...lk alongside my husband and son, I see so clearly how difficult and fraught their path is (yes! Even in Australia), and how simple and unfiltered mine is in comparison. In my despair and search for guidance this week, I turned to one of my favourite people - Michelle Obama, who said - Race and racism is a reality that so many of us grow up learning to just deal with. But if we ever hope to move past it, it cant just be on people of colour to deal with it. Its up to all of us Black, white, everyone. We all need to do the uncomfortable work of rooting it out. So let it start here. I commit to doing the uncomfortable work, and I ask that you join me so that we can generate the enormous groundswell needed to make lasting change. I need to know that change is possible. And that my son and others like him can grow up without fear of public execution, because of the colour of his skin. BLACK. LIVES. MATTER. #blacklivesmatter #beachangemaker See more
12.01.2022 Dont forget about my BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY!!! The lucky person will be announced this Friday afternoon! -
11.01.2022 It’ll be hard to part with this one. I’m in love with it This is one of three components for my Bondi client’s living room. #custommadefurnituresydney #joinery #noscrews
10.01.2022 SHADES OF SUMMER! Some customers have asked if I could make my picnic tables in different colours!! I’d love to know which one of these (if any) would you choose...? Comment below with the colour name or write ‘none’ if you don’t like any Thanks for your feedback lovelies!!
10.01.2022 CLASSES ANYONE?! What do you think about a Sunday Chalk Paint Workshop!? Breath fabulous new life into an old piece of furniture and discover your inner DIY creative God/ess! Simply BYO your own small piece of furniture and get ready for a fun day! Lunch would be provided. Any takers for this idea? Let me know by leaving a comment
10.01.2022 Thank you for all your recent picnic table orders and supporting my small business! I'm working 'round the clock to get them finished and in the post. Thank you for your patience!
10.01.2022 My latest commissions are fitted in their new home! I made this #spottedgum bathroom vanity and matching shaving cabinet for my lovely Frenchs Forest clients. Thanks guys for thinking of me for this build! It looks spectacular! Full renovation done by @baddock_building
09.01.2022 Thank you for all your lovely orders! I'm working on them now and they'll be ready to post or collect by Friday. If you'd like to place an order, be sure to visit www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop #foldingpicnictables #smileyface
08.01.2022 It's Femme Friday! I know you've all been counting down! This week I bring you - artist, Angie Goto. Angie is an Australian artist with a unique figurative, abstract interpretation of her surroundings. She was born deaf so art provides her with a vehicle to explore colour and images from another perspective. She enjoys working with her hands, and over the years has successfully made and sold handmade products in ceramics, glassware, clothing, art and gifts in Australia, Afr...ica and England. Painting has become her full time occupation as it allows her unlimited creative control. Angie can communicate and use Auslan (Australian Sign Language) with the deaf community. She finds inspiration from the world through meditative silence of her mind. Angie studied Fine Art and Graphic design in Newcastle and Sydney. Angie's return to painting was heralded by her Tropfest film called "Angie" which was the Finalist in 2015. She has held several successful exhibitions in Sydney and Melbourne and has collections sold overseas and Australia. Angie works part time as an Art Educator at The Museum Of Contemporary Art Sydney for their programs including Auslan Art Tours for the deaf community. In her own words, Angie's Artist's statement is - In a world of conflicting opinions, ideas, beliefs and truths, many people are far removed from their own reality. There is a way to find yourself in this "soup called life". The roadmap to you was created on the day you were born...alone. It will be revisited again when you die...alone. This alone should force you to realise that in your allotted time on earth, all you learn should continue your journey of you being you through all your experiences. Since Covid Angie has had to postpone her exhibitions until 2021 till but she has a few paintings showing at the Affordable Art Show in Melbourne with Anala Art Gallery in September. Thank you Angie for being part of my Femme Friday and for allowing me to showcase your work and celebrate you. You can follow Angie's journey here Angie Goto Art or visit her here https://arttoart.com.au/artists/angie-goto
08.01.2022 Absolutely!!! Happy International Women’s Day! #womensupportingwomen
07.01.2022 PAY & COLLECT FRIDAY 18TH - FROM 10AM. Buy a picnic table direct from my workshop and avoid the crowds. I’ll have a masked, social distanced, pay and collect point set up from 10am. Mitchell Rd, Brookvale. Right next door to Sydney Tools. PM me if interested or shop online for PICK UP only www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop
07.01.2022 Femme Friday is evolving! I'd love to use Fridays to hear more from YOU. Who do you wanna shine the light on? Maybe it's you, maybe it's your neighbour. Whoever it is let's use this G&G community to share positive stories, lift up and celebrate the women of our communities! Tag someone or a business below! Don't be shy
07.01.2022 Thanks for your recent picnic table orders kids! Theyll be finished by Wednesday and ready to post or collect on Thursday, ready for a winter picnic this weekend!
06.01.2022 Celebrate and support WOMEN today at the International Women’s Day market in Dee Why! We’ll be here until 1pm
05.01.2022 Come and support local NB businesses run by WOMEN! This Sunday, Dee Why See you there
04.01.2022 What better way to spend your rainy Sunday than here! Come say hi, and grab some yummy treats at the same time!
04.01.2022 Thank you so much for all your lovely orders! Im working hard to have your tables ready by Friday! Thank you so much for supporting my small business!
04.01.2022 Nothing says SPRING like one of my HAPPY PICNIC tables! They're still only $99 pick-up, or add $20 for Australia-wide shipping. It's a great accessory for this time of year (or any time of year!). Head over to my website to order yours! www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop
01.01.2022 OPEN WORKSHOP TODAY FOR PAY & COLLECT!!! Safe, contactless payment available! Mitchell Road, Brookvale. Next door to Sydney Tools (giant red building). BETWEEN 10-3PM
01.01.2022 Two custom-made Spotted Gum ottoman trays!
01.01.2022 Thank you for all your lovely orders! Theyre now in the post! Its not too late to order yours for MOTHERS DAY!!! To shop, visit www.girlandgrain.com.au/shop
