Thorndon, Wellington

804 days ago

Natural Ageing of Fabrics in Upholstered Furniture

Robert Anderson from Curtain Clean Wellington (The Wash House)

‘Just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.’
When purchasing a new piece of furniture, or reviving an old one, there are numerous factors to consider in addition to the initial look and feel of the fabric. The longevity of an item is relative to … View more
‘Just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.’
When purchasing a new piece of furniture, or reviving an old one, there are numerous factors to consider in addition to the initial look and feel of the fabric. The longevity of an item is relative to the environment in which it lives, it is important to research fabric types and the specific yarn type and construction to ensure that your selection aligns with your unique needs.
Due to regular wear and tear your furniture will show signs of aging, which may be accelerated by having unknowingly chosen a textile that is not fit for purpose. However, just like ourselves, many fabrics will age gracefully and this is all part of their charm.

Ask and You Shall Receive: Before committing to a purchase it pays to consider not only what you want, but what you need from an item. Perhaps you want a two-seater couch in a natural colour with a textured weave, that will look beautiful in front of the Mizu Garden curtains you hung earlier in the year. While what you need, is a couch that is fit for a couple who live on a modest budget in a sunny villa, with young grandchildren who visit most weekends.

This is the brief that the interior design salesperson requires to suggest fabrics which will reward you with performance and beauty, while also managing your expectations about how the textiles will age. Allow us to help them to help you, by sending you in prepared.

Fabrics are all different. They can be constructed from natural fibres such as silk, cotton, linen, and viscose, or man-made fibres such as polyesters and acrylics, or a blend of each. Fabrics made from natural fibres have their own unique personality in the way they age and look after some wear, which can contribute to a design aesthetic. Natural constructions will not be as durable in the long-term as a synthetic textiles, because they are more susceptible to pilling, fading, seam slippage and staining. Therefore, a greater level of care is required.

Keep reading: www.curtainclean.co.nz...

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804 days ago

Homed Dominion Post - Out Now!

Jessica Zimmerman Reporter from Homed - Dominion Post

Our House of the Week this week is a versatile beachside sanctuary in Plimmerton, with four bedrooms and sunny open plan living, and don't forget the gorgeous views, what's not to love? For sale through Team Atwill from Ray White. Take a peek on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to… View more
Our House of the Week this week is a versatile beachside sanctuary in Plimmerton, with four bedrooms and sunny open plan living, and don't forget the gorgeous views, what's not to love? For sale through Team Atwill from Ray White. Take a peek on page 3 of Homed!

Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Dominion Post to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Dominion Post.

Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Dominion Post gets inserted into The Dominion Post, and is delivered to subscribers every Saturday. It is also available in Supermarkets, Dairies and Petrol Stations for customers to buy.

For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez niko.perez@stuff.co.nz

Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz

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804 days ago

Vases

Sandi from Crofton Downs

Kia ora everyone

I'm keen to buy some reasonably priced vases particularly tall cylindrical vases that could be painted. I have enough glass vases. it's for a floral art exam I'm sitting

with thanks

Price: $1,234

805 days ago

TE WIKI O TE REO MĀORI

NumberWorks'nWords Karori

Happy Māori Language Week! We hope you and your family are celebrating and using our country's indigenous language this week!

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805 days ago

Free - 45cm Dishwasher - NOT WORKING

Tracy from Northland

Parmco 45cm Dishwasher
Free as it is NOT WORKING - Display Screen Not working.
Pickup Northland asap

Free

806 days ago

Neighbours, get stuck in with a subscription to NZ Gardener.

New Zealand Gardener

Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to … View more
Want your garden to be the talk of your neighbourhood?

NZ Gardener has all the step-by-step DIY projects you’ll need to achieve just that. As well as incredible photography, spectacular garden stories, recipes and more. Subscribe before 26 September and you’ll receive a $25 gift voucher to spend online at Awapuni.

Just visit Mags4Gifts to purchase your subscription, or if you’d rather talk to one of our friendly staff members, call 0800 624 744. Offer valid for 1 and 2 year subscriptions at the normal rate.

T&Cs apply.

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808 days ago

Cupping Therapy

Acute Acupuncture Ltd Nate Wafstet from Acute Acupuncture

Cupping Therapy is an ancient technique that has been recently made famous in the news by professional athletes and Olympians such as Michael Phelps.

The technique of cupping involves the use of small glass cups and the use of a heat source that is then placed on the skin for a few minutes to … View more
Cupping Therapy is an ancient technique that has been recently made famous in the news by professional athletes and Olympians such as Michael Phelps.

The technique of cupping involves the use of small glass cups and the use of a heat source that is then placed on the skin for a few minutes to create suction. The use of cupping is similar to a deep tissue massage but less force or pressure is used to create the same effects. Cupping relaxes Muscle tension, pulls out toxins that are embedded into the musculature, helps relieve pain, helps remove inflammation, and increases circulation by improving the flow of blood and Qi.

806 days ago

Jam Jars

Shari from Crofton Downs

Hello Neighbours,
Would anybody be interested in a couple of boxes of jam jars? Some have lids some don't. Pickup to be organised as they are currently in our bakery in Swan Lane.

Free

806 days ago

Love Tennis event - Khandallah Tennis & Squash Club

Felicity Jones from Khandallah Tennis & Squash Club

All welcome to come & visit our club on Sunday 11th Sept!
11-4pm
BBQ, Jumbo racquets, BBQ, coaches on court, speed radar to test your serve, ball machine, lolly scramble.
Heaps of Prizes - Rebel Sports vouchers, win a trip for 2 to ASB Classic in Auckland.
Discounted membership offer - … View more
All welcome to come & visit our club on Sunday 11th Sept!
11-4pm
BBQ, Jumbo racquets, BBQ, coaches on court, speed radar to test your serve, ball machine, lolly scramble.
Heaps of Prizes - Rebel Sports vouchers, win a trip for 2 to ASB Classic in Auckland.
Discounted membership offer - $50 off Senior memberships

LT-2022-A5-Flyer_Front_Sept.pdf Download View

807 days ago

Philips Quadrante Senseo Coffee machine

Julie from Karori

This machine is in excellent order. It is part of an estate and as I already have a ( less fancy ) Senseo that is still going strong after 10 years, I am selling this one. It works with Senseo pods ( biodegrable filter paper) available online and from Dutch shops. The coffee is very nice indeed. If… View moreThis machine is in excellent order. It is part of an estate and as I already have a ( less fancy ) Senseo that is still going strong after 10 years, I am selling this one. It works with Senseo pods ( biodegrable filter paper) available online and from Dutch shops. The coffee is very nice indeed. If you like you can buy a bag of 36 pods off me for $9.
The machine is very simple to operate and comes with 1 and 2 cup podholders, a pod that you can fill with your own ground coffee ( which was bought as an extra) and the 2 original glass Senseo Quadrante cups.
I saw an EBay advert yesterday ( photo) where a Quadrante is offered for the rather exaggerated price of over NZ$ 600 !

Price: $95

809 days ago

Mosaic course Sunday 11th and 18th 1 - 5pm

Caroline O'Reilly from Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

This weekend's 8 hour Mosaic course at Karori Arts and Crafts Centre with Jill Askew still has a few places available. The first session is on Sunday September 11th 1 - 5pm, followed by the second session on Sunday September 18th 1 - 5pm. The course is open to 13 years old plus so why not come… View moreThis weekend's 8 hour Mosaic course at Karori Arts and Crafts Centre with Jill Askew still has a few places available. The first session is on Sunday September 11th 1 - 5pm, followed by the second session on Sunday September 18th 1 - 5pm. The course is open to 13 years old plus so why not come as a family.

www.kacc.org.nz...

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808 days ago

Open tomorrow

Angela Tolich from Northland Toy Library

Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 10 Sept) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds.

Pop by to pick out some toys- we have outdoor toys (including bikes, sports equipment, and ride on toys) indoor activities, educational toys, costumes, baby … View more
Northland Toy Library is open tomorrow (Sat 10 Sept) from 9:30am- 11:45am in St Anne's Church Hall, cnr Northland and Randwick Rds.

Pop by to pick out some toys- we have outdoor toys (including bikes, sports equipment, and ride on toys) indoor activities, educational toys, costumes, baby toys, puzzles, role play, board games, musical instruments and more. Check out our range on our website northland.mibase.co.nz...



You can even reserve toys using the website.



We welcome new members (from any suburb) - an annual full membership starts from $75 and we offer a discount for community services cardholders. We also have Grandparent membership $50 for 10 trips.



Also, if you have ideas for how we could make the toy library even better then let us know in the comments.



See you tomorrow!

809 days ago

Your chance to win a 1-year subscription worth $101

NZ House and Garden

Hey Neighbours, add a touch of luxury to your home and lose yourself in the pages of NZ's favourite home & lifestyle magazine. Between now and 2 October, we have your chance to win 1 of 10 NZ House & Garden subscriptions worth $101.

Simply enter your details online and you're … View more
Hey Neighbours, add a touch of luxury to your home and lose yourself in the pages of NZ's favourite home & lifestyle magazine. Between now and 2 October, we have your chance to win 1 of 10 NZ House & Garden subscriptions worth $101.

Simply enter your details online and you're in the draw.
Find out more

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809 days ago

Karori/Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors meetings

Peter from Karori

Kia ora,

Karori Stroke Survivors has been renamed Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors, and expanded to include, at least, Northland, Wilton and Ngaio.

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 13th September at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road (In the … View more
Kia ora,

Karori Stroke Survivors has been renamed Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors, and expanded to include, at least, Northland, Wilton and Ngaio.

Our next meeting of the Western Suburbs Stroke Survivors will be on Tuesday 13th September at 10.30am at Huntleigh Home, 221 Karori Road (In the Recreation Room, just past the kitchen).

We will be meeting twice monthly, at 10.30am on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at Huntleigh Home, and the 4th Tuesday of each month at 1.30pm at Karori Community Centre

We look forward to meeting all fellow stroke survivors, carers and friends and discussing how we are getting on.

Nga mihi,
Peter Macleod
Convenor

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809 days ago

Chance to share your memories and keepsakes

Briony from Khandallah

Do you have a personal Fred Dagg treasure? Or something that your whānau saved from the Napier Earthquake?

A new season of National Treasures is coming, and they need your special stories and treasures.

If you missed Season one of National Treasures last year on TVNZ1, it’s all about … View more
Do you have a personal Fred Dagg treasure? Or something that your whānau saved from the Napier Earthquake?

A new season of National Treasures is coming, and they need your special stories and treasures.

If you missed Season one of National Treasures last year on TVNZ1, it’s all about telling the big stories of Aotearoa New Zealand’s history through the personal connection people have with their treasures. Hosted by Scotty and Stacey Morrison, and six NZ history experts who can help fill in the gaps about the historical, social and cultural significance of your treasure this is your chance to share your story!

If you have something in safe-keeping, that has a deep personal story for you, but relates to big moments in our history take a look at the website at nationaltreasures.co.nz.
www.nationaltreasures.co.nz...

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