Author: OutInCanberra

Everything Old is New Again at Fashfest!

Posted by | Apr 17, 2015 | |

What the heck is upcycled clothing and why should we give a hoot?

The answer is easy says award-winning Melanie Child, a fashion designer from New Zealand who is arriving in Australia soon to launch a new collection at FASHFEST.

"Upcycle means to reuse one item to create another of higher quality or value than the original," says Melanie. "We live in a world saturated with mass production and its byproducts. Approximately four per cent of total annual waste into landfill in New Zealand alone is textile waste. There is little point in adding to the problem.’

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Art Meets Design at Gininderra Village

Posted by | Apr 15, 2015 | |

Have you ever had the feeling that you just can’t find what you want? Trawling the malls that are all filled with retail outlets offering products that are pretty much the same just isn’t all that satisfying. Sometimes you need to take matters into your own hands in order to separate yourself from the rest of the crowd.

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The Old Becomes New at Staghead

Posted by | Apr 15, 2015 | |

Head out to Ginninderra Village at Gold Creek and one of the first stores you will come across is Staghead Designs. As one of a cluster of creative businesses that make up the dynamic precinct, Staghead leads the way with a collection of beautiful vintage, industrial and French Provincial furniture and homewares. After just a few moments you’ll be inspired to achieve great things in your own living room, and know where to buy the perfect gift.

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Feeling Lucky? Join the Party!

Posted by | Apr 15, 2015 | |

It’s time to party! And where better to let your hair down than at the award-winning Lucky’s Speakeasy at QT?

This Friday marks the 1st Birthday of Lucky’s, and what an amazing year it has been! After opening in April of last year, Lucky’s in September 2014 went on to win the National Australian Hotels Association (AHA) Awards for Excellence for Best Bar Presentation and Service (Regional). That’s an amazing effort for a new venue in a new hotel. They’ve got every right to celebrate.

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