Front Porch

Fiona Lenord is the beauty behind Australian label Front Porch. From her home in the mountains she collects and repurposes all kinds of textiles from local op shops. Along with her pretty amazing mum they are whipped into shape and given new life as dresses, cushions, ponchos, and my favourite, wool blanket bunting!

I was lucky enough to work with Fiona when we designed prints for homeware textiles. Her eye for colour and pattern is the best bar none, full stop.

To find her, just visit The Front Porch Facebook Page where she holds online sales between peddling her wares at Sydney and Blue Mountain markets.

 

Images by Fiona Lenord & Family. 

 

Hello Singapore!

Well, it's actually 'so-long Singapore' as I write this post. Battling against bleary jet-lag may mean a bit of rambling today... The couch feels like it's moving underneath me, but I will persist!

Our five day trip had three purposes - having some tailor made shirts and suits stitched up for NP, to eat good food and to relax. All were accomplished, along with some sight-seeing ta'boot.

Highlights included our stay at The Fullerton Bay Hotel (the breakfast was a-mazing), The Little Drom Store, Supermamma, the Perikanan Museum and The Gardens by the Bay.

Some photos to illustrate:

 

 

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Dear Beattie...

Dear Beattie,

After some years of wearing one of your dresses, reading your blog and following you on Instagrm I had the lovely pleasure of meeting you and Gladys yesterday at your shop.

It was so nice to chat to you about your journey as a designer. It takes an ocean-full of fearlessness to produce work from the heart and then hang them out for people to consider & critique.

I liked your stories of trips to the South Coast, learning how to spend time creating and entertaining yourself without the distractions of the television. What a great way to begin learning about resourcefulness and inventiveness.

Your approach to local design and the importance of daily rituals within your community speak miles about where you draw your inspiration and support from. So important as a solo designer!

I've thought a little bit about our chat yesterday and wanted to let you know it made a radiant impact. Thank you for being so happy to talk.

Have a lovely week!
xEmma

Places to find Beattie:
Website
Blog
SHOP | 182 SYDNEY ROAD, FAIRLIGHT, 2094 NSW AUSTRALIA
P | 02 9948 9557
E | HELLO@BEATTIELANSER.COM

All Images: Beattie Lanser

Cake with Giants

Just wandered across this clever girl via bakers dozen... I've snuck one of her eggs into my shopping basket and can't wait to get it in the post!

Window shopping...

My perfect day continued with a peruse of my favourite shops in Paddington. It's not often I'm in the area and it's always nice to have a peep...

If I could choose only 2 shops in the world to create my wardrobe it would be hands down Gorman and Lee Matthews - both are Australian and work with the most beautiful fabrics.

Happily Gorman had a little sale on so I was able to snap up another organic long sleeve t-shirt with microstripes. I've been living in my other one and often get spontaneous hugs from the girls at the studio when I wear it.

Lee Matthews has relocated to the top of Paddington into another lovely space. I can't tell you how excited I was to find a bulky-knit coat that actually still smelt like lanolin... took me back to my childhood holidays at my grandparents farm. Sadly I had to leave it on the rack. 

Stomping around in the autumn leaves, looking at lovely inspiring pieces always brings a smile to my face...

xEmma

Tea Petal, Bondi

This is one lovely store... fresh flowers, handmade ceramics, and bespoke men's shirts. I'm in love! I coaxed NP into perusing with me and he was very patient while I picked up everything in the shop.

Find it at 110 Curlewis St, Bondi. (02) 93657099.

Image: Lucky Magazine