Giftguide September 2023

SEPTEMBER 2023

FOR HOME & LIFESTYLE RETAILERS. EST.1975

IN FOCUS

Wellbeing & beauty, eco and alfresco dining

GROWING PAINS

The biggest mistakes small businesses make

RETAIL TIPS How to spring clean your store

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Outdooor Entertaining Made Easy

Perfect Christmas Gifts

inside retail

We chat to Jo Hutchens about the launch of her store Well Versed Homes and why she loves being a retailer.

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Well Versed Homes opened a physical store late last year.

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Well Versed Homes interior

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or most retailers, launching a

“In 2018 I took a six month ‘creative sabbatical’

bricks and mortar store is the first

from my corporate career in education marketing

step in their journey before they

and events management to gain an interior design

create an online presence to

qualification and begin my journey to transition

complement their store. However, there are

my career and fulfil a life-long dream to open a gift

those who decide to do it the other way around

store,” she explains.

like Jo Hutchens, owner and founder of Well

“A bricks and mortar store was always part of

Versed Homes.

the plan so that I could meet my customers face

Well Versed Homes opened as an online store

to face and offer a level of care and service that

in July 2018 and then as a bricks and mortar store

is not always possible with online consumers. I

on 27 September 2022.

also wanted my store to inspire my customers

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manager for a company called World Trade Promotions.

“Some wholesalers may recall that this was the company who brought the concept of gift trade fairs to Australia and eventually went on to sell their business to Reed Publishing.

“I started my working career as a receptionist for this organisation and learnt sales and marketing skills on the job. It was an amazing first job for a young woman. I was responsible for selling the exhibition space, the trade fair catalogues and promotion to visiting retailers.

“The portfolio of events I managed included giftware, Jo Hutchens’ customers are what she loves most about being a retailer.

china, glass and tableware as well as jewellery trade fairs. I

and show them how to create

allow our customers to express

learnt so much, but it was a little

a beautiful home environment

themselves, their values and

shop in Sydney’s Stand Arcade

when selecting products from

their generosity.”

that was my greatest inspiration.

our store.

Her connection to the gift

Does anyone remember

“Our mission is to offer a

and homewares industry goes

Martinvale, who were both

range of beautifully designed

way back and started when

wholesalers and retailers?”

and carefully curated

Hutchens was in her 20s and

Many retailers are doing it

homewares and gifts, which

she was the group event

tough at the moment with the

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Well Versed Homes interior

current rising cost of living and interest rates

“I was a bit nervous about the whole POS thing

as well as an uncertain economic climate and

but what would we do without Shopify? It was so

would only add more pressure to a new store

much easier than my sleepless nights imagined.

such as Well Versed Homes. However, Hutchens

I guess the biggest challenge was how much

has embraced every opportunity and challenge

stock I needed to fill a shop, but we figured that

with open arms.

out too.

“I actually loved every minute of opening our

“We’ve noticed though that those who are

store,” she enthuses.

unaffected by inflation and interest rates are

“We literally started with a shell and an unlevel

travelling and others are buying gifts but perhaps

concrete floor. My interior design training kicked

reducing personal spending,” she adds.

in and with the help of a great builder, graphic

“We just all need to stay focused, keep costs

designer, painter and so many suppliers, we

under control and ride out this tricky time. Show

created a beautiful space that our customers

up every day, work hard, be kind, be creative

often say is calming and inspirational.

and share hope. It will turn around,” she says.

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Well Versed Homes has a

have spotted. If it is aligned it’s

very strong brand aesthetic

in, if it’s not, it’s not.

and values, which drive all its

“I believe that’s what keeps

selections and own designs

our store unique and maintains

instead of following the

our vision and mission. It’s also

latest trends.

what differentiates our store

“Not chasing trends can be a

from others and what brings

challenge because we can fear

our customers back over and

losing customers if we don’t

over again.

have the latest, greatest new

“However, I do love the

look, but if this means we are

warmth and authenticity

moving off-brand, it is a big no

that is coming through with

for me.

the natural biophilic design

“I create a mood board

movement and as this is Jo Hutchens at her happy place, inside the store.

each season or campaign e.g.

consistent with our brand

Father’s Day or spring and

look and feel, it is a positive

curate from our existing loyal

development for us and one

accountant, contractors or

suppliers or new trends that I

that we are embracing because

friends and family who will

it is who we are, not because it

show up to clean the windows

is a trend,” she explains.

and serve the bubbles on

While Hutchens is looking

opening night. Find your

forward to opening more

people, create a fit out and

stores in the (near) future, for

stock budget and then stick

now she will be focusing on

to it.

just the one.

“This dream has been in my

“Life is busier than I imagined

heart for a long time and it can

so having the right people to

be hard to take that great big

help you is crucial. Whether

leap, but I can assure you it is

that is your staff, suppliers,

worth it.” G SEPTEMBER 2023 13

SPRING Fever

In a Giftguide exclusive, Tara Solberg, owner of retail store Few and Far and wholesale brand Indigo Love, will share her experience, expertise and knowledge in a series of articles. In this issue she shares her tips on getting your store spring ready and how to maximise your sales by starting a conversation.

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With the holiday and gifting seasons approaching, it’s important as retailers that we plan ahead in order to make the most of what is ultimately our busiest time of year.

So let’s take some of that new ‘spring’ energy and get started on preparing our stores for our best Christmas yet and what better opportunity than to start with a spring clean.

Clean out your storeroom.

As a retailer and wholesaler myself, I personally understand the cash flow challenges some of Few and Far Thirroul

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you may be experiencing, which is why I suggest you clean out

ith spring finally

your backroom before placing

on our doorstep,

any orders for new stock. Old

there’s something

product sitting in your back room

magical in the air.

isn’t adding to your bottom line

Nature’s grand spectacle of blossoming

and is actually costing you money.

flowers, warmer weather and longer daylight

Roster a helper and remove every

hours brings a much needed sense of

box, open it, sort it and throw out

rejuvenation to what has felt to some like a long

or donate the junk. Put anything

and challenging winter.

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to Christmas and dedicate an area of your store to display any clearance items. The sooner you sell through this old stock (even if you’ve had to sell it for less than you paid for it), the sooner you’ll have more cash in your pocket to invest in trying something new (that will actually Tara Solberg

make you money).

Where possible, try to keep

untidy or worn areas of the store,

products together rather than

this clearance display in keeping

ready for a fresh new start.

spreading them throughout

with the rest of your store so that

the store.

it is still attractive to shoppers

Re-merchandise.

With a clean and sparkling

and doesn’t distract from the

Move things around and create

‘new’ store comes a positive

overall store experience.

new displays (don’t forget the

outlook and clear and open

windows) using your existing

mind—not only will you feel

Clean your store.

stock and think about how

refreshed and energised, but

I’m talking about really cleaning

you can draw attention to any

your customers will too. They

your store and pulling out

new arrivals. It’s amazing how

will be curious to see what all

that good ol’ elbow grease.

moving product around can

the fuss is about and will no

Remove every box, bag or old

make everything look new

doubt pop their head in to

tag. Vacuum or mop every floor

again. It’s a trick we use in the

find out.

surface. The goal is for your store

stores all the time and it works.

However, the real secret to

to look as new as possible, like

Redo your displays to include

success lies in having quality

you’ve just had a makeover.

more space for customers to

conversations. So, now that

Better still, a fresh coat of paint

move around and give more

you’ve enticed them back into

goes a long way—give your store

space to product collections so

store, here are some things

a new lease on life and fix up any

they stand out. Cluster similar

you can focus on to approach

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customers more effectively, increase your average order value and to build customer

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loyalty, and to give your business the best opportunity for a successful end of year.

Make sure you are always genuine, otherwise you will instantly lose your customers’ trust. If you

1. Greet your customers

can, always use your name (and your customers

Welcome customers like they’re entering your

will feel more inclined to offer theirs).

home—with a positive, friendly attitude. Greet them, but make sure you give them enough

3. Ask questions and

time to enter first. Try a greeting such as ‘good

listen to the answers

morning, feel free to look around, and I’ll be

Always avoid ‘how are you today?’ (don’t get me

right with you’.

wrong, even I’m guilty of that), but the problem is, you’re setting yourself up to fail. There is no

2. Create opportunities

opening to continue a conversation or to build

for conversation

a relationship with your customer. They will shut

Think of something that you can talk to them

down the conversation before you can think of

about to build rapport and trust. Share

your next line. Instead, try to use only one general

something honest about yourself that they

question to find out what the customer is trying

may relate to based on their response to your

to do or needs and actually listen to what it is they

first interaction.

want. How can you help find a solution?

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4. Provide product education

to buy, the process becomes more about looking

Rather than explaining the features of a product,

after your customer rather than selling to them.

inform the customer of the benefits (these are always so much more exciting) and why that

6. Don’t forget to capture

particular product would be suitable to meet the

their details at checkout

needs of the customer.

Now that you have their name and you’ve built rapport and trust, it will be much easier for the

5. Close the sale with an add-on

transaction of your customers’ details to take

Add-on sales always feel awkward and ‘salesy’ but

place. Don’t forget, this is your most valuable

if you approach them in a genuine way and again,

database—your owned audience. Capturing your

discuss the benefits of an additional product

customers email address (as a minimum) will be

before purchasing the one they came to your store

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growing pains The biggest mistakes Australian businesses make when scaling up.

Small businesses account for 97.5 per cent of all businesses in Australia

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mall businesses account for 97.5 per cent of all businesses in Australia. As these businesses scale up, they are faced with a

myriad of opportunities and challenges. These can be overwhelming for some. As a result, 60 per cent of Australian businesses fail within the first three years.

By learning from the mistakes of others, you can hopefully avoid them on your path to success. Here are the six biggest mistakes that Australian businesses make when scaling up.

1. Not testing new markets Expanding into new markets is like venturing into an unknown territory. Expanding too quickly without testing market demand and customer feedback can be detrimental. While a product or service may show tremendous SEPTEMBER 2023 29

growth in a region, it may not yield the same results elsewhere. Forty-two per cent of small businesses fail because of a lack of market need. They jump into the market without understanding customer requirements.

The insights derived from market analysis can help you gauge the demand, opportunities and challenges.

Ninety-five per cent of companies report a positive return on investment from using market research to venture

Expanding too quickly without testing market demand and customer feedback can be detrimental.

into new markets. This will also help you understand if your

and complexities of operations such as logistics and inventory

company can survive amidst

management can seriously harm your growth potential. You

the competition. Nineteen per

need to understand how to scale your operations sustainably.

cent of businesses fail because

For instance, a retail business may find it easy to ship inventory

they are outshone by the

directly to the outlets when it is operating in just one city, but as

competition. It will also help you

the company expands to other cities they need to change the

identify gaps that your brand can

distribution strategy. Owing to multiple destinations, receiving

fill in a particular market.

inventory directly from the supplier may not be cost effective.

The business may need additional outlets to store and distribute

2. Underestimating

inventory, based on estimated demand in different cities.

operational complexities

A business will come across unique opportunities and

Underestimating the costs

challenges at different scales. The differences that seem trivial

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activities. A growing company must constantly forecast its finances and adjust its strategy based on insights to stay afloat in volatile conditions.

4. Not leveraging outsourcing While businesses are scaling up, flexibility is crucial. The demand can fluctuate drastically based on several factors. These can be market acceptance, seasonality, shortages, marketing campaigns and so on.

In such conditions, investing in owned assets or leasing assets on the surface grow in significance as a business scales up. You

can prove to be a burden.

need to accept the complexities that come with scaling up and

Businesses can enjoy

adjust your operations accordingly.

substantial savings and flexibility by outsourcing

3. Poor financial management

certain operations to industry

Poor financial management is a big challenge for scaling

partners. For instance, a retail

businesses. It is estimated that 82 per cent of businesses fail

or ecommerce company can

due to cash flow problems. To avoid common financial pitfalls,

hire a logistics partner to handle

you need clear protocols for managing revenues and expenses.

inventory distribution and

Businesses also need complete visibility over cash flow. This

order fulfilment.

has a significant impact on managing operational costs. You

They can access assets,

also need systems to measure the ROI from various assets and

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Retained customers spend more and buy more frequently from a brand.

without investing in any of it. Businesses need

analyse the needs of the company. It is necessary

only pay for the services they use. Seventy

to understand the capabilities and outcomes

per cent of companies outsource various

required from a particular role.

operations to reduce costs, while 40 per cent

Alongside employing people who can

do it for flexibility. You can work with the vendor

contribute to your growth, you also need to

to rescale the operations as needed.

ensure that they grow with the company. For this, you also need to provide adequate training and

5. Poor hiring

support to the employees. You need to prepare

In terms of hiring and managing human

them to handle the challenges the company will

resources, two things happen to start-ups as

face when scaling up.

they grow: they either hire too many people too quickly or they don’t hire enough people

6. Not focusing on customer retention

soon enough. The former leads to high

Existing customers can serve as the backbone of

overheads while the latter leads to burnout and

a growing business. The average conversion rate

poor performance.

for new customers ranges between five to 20 per

Before you begin hiring people, you need to

cent in retail, while that for existing customers is

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60 to 70 per cent. Retained customers

lead to a drop in customer loyalty.

spend more and buy more frequently

In the race to build the tallest tower,

from a brand. Improving the retention

businesses often forget that they need

rate by merely five per cent can result

a solid foundation for the structure.

in a 25 per cent spike in profits.

You need to scale your business with a

As the business grows, you should

marathon mindset, rather than a sprint.

not neglect the factors that contribute

Avoid the common mistakes that other

to customer retention. You need

companies have made and focus on

to monitor customer reviews and

building a foundation that can support

feedback to identify the aspects that

your company for years to come. G

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WHO’S THE

BOSS? How losing her job turned out to be a blessing for Aussie mum Jane Black.

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n a world filled with unexpected twists and turns, Jane Black, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of corporate sales experience,

was suddenly faced with an unexpected opportunity for reinvention.

What began as a promising venture into the health and wellness industry in early 2020 was abruptly halted by the global pandemic. As her corporate health role came to an end, Black’s

Health Boss founder, Jane Black.

life took an unforeseen turn, leading her to

and new norms, she turned adversity into

uncover a hidden passion and launch a thriving

opportunity and created Health Boss in late 2020,

supplement business that has turned heads in

a brand that aims to empower individuals on their

the industry.

journey to wellness.

As the pandemic swept across the globe,

“Losing my job at the beginning of the pandemic

introducing unprecedented changes to

was a setback that shook both my career and my

our daily lives, her career path underwent

confidence,” she shares.

a remarkable transformation. With the

“But I chose not to let it define me. Health Boss is

emergence of remote work, virtual classrooms

my way of empowering fellow ageing individuals

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TOP: Beauty Boss vegan collagen is one of the brand’s best-sellers. BELOW: Gold Coast based Black launched Health Boss after losing her job in the pandemic.

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offerings, catering to both men

connective tissue health.

for growth.”

and women seeking holistic

However, Black’s journey is

After a lot of research,

wellness solutions.

not just about business success;

development and product

Black’s dedication has

it’s also about creating harmony

trials, she introduced her

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between her professional

flagship product, Beauty

positioning her as a finalist in the

pursuits and her role as a mother.

Boss Bovine Collagen, in

health and wellness category

“My days are a whirlwind

November 2021.

of the 2023 AusMumpreneur

of research, meetings with

Health Boss was born

Awards. She has successfully

naturopaths, label deadlines,

out of a vision to empower

launched three TGA-listed

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individuals to take control of

supplements including Beauty

engagement,” she reflects.

their health and wellbeing.

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“Yet, amidst the hustle, my top

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daughter’s aspirations. Health

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a menopause range and

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the

Sweetest

THING Meet Worthy founder, Angela Michel, the fearless radiographer turned sweettoothed visionary.

Clockwise from top: Worthy founder, Angela Michel.

Worthy bottles can be taken anywhere and come in eco-friendly packaging.

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or Angela Michel,

researching the most viable option and through this discovered

it all started with

the benefits of sugarcane as an alternative to plastics.

a bold mission to

“From there, I spent even more hours finding out how to

change the status

make this a reality, how the manufacturing process can work

quo. Without any background

and how to do this locally with the lowest environmental

in manufacturing, marketing

impact; it was a steep learning curve and a lesson in resilience

or sales, Michel decided to

and self-belief.

revolutionise the humble water

“I managed to find a local Melbourne manufacturer who

bottle in the best way imaginable.

believed in what I was doing and supported me in the process.

Enter Worthy drink bottles, the

Four years after my first vision, Worthy bottles were launched.

sweetest change makers on the

We are pioneering manufacturing with this innovative material

eco-friendly block.

and are so proud to be one of the first in the world to do so,”

After working as a radiographer

she enthuses.

for over a decade, Michel wanted

Indeed, Worthy bottles are made right in the heart of

to take the entrepreneurial

Melbourne from 100 per cent sustainably grown sugarcane.

plunge. Fed up with fragile

The bottles are always positive because they’re carbon

glass bottles, chipping paint on

negative. By using the sugarcane stem to create bioplastic

stainless steel ones and smelly plastic alternatives, she set out to create the most sustainable, coollooking and planet-loving bottle imaginable.

“One morning I was up early feeding my one-year-old daughter,” she recalls.

“I had a picture of a drink bottle in my head and decided to create the most sustainable bottle on the market. I spent many late nights Worthy bottles are made from 100 per cent sugarcane.

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resin and utilising sugarcane waste (or begasse) to power the factory, every step of production is sustainably and ethically done. They’re carbon negative and zero waste during manufacturing, making them one of the most ethical and sustainable bottles on the market, adds Michel.

“Sugarcane is nature’s powerhouse. It captures carbon while growing and

bottles carbon negative and zero

uses natural resources to grow

waste at manufacture. Traditional

(the sun and rain) yet it functions just like plastic without the nasties.

bottles like stainless steel or glass use a lot of resources to manufacture

Its lightweight, durable, dishwasher safe and

including crude oil, energy and heat and this isn’t

100 per cent recyclable in household bins.

good for the environment,” she explains.

“As mentioned before, we use the stem of

“We use natural energy and resources. Our

the sugarcane for the bioplastic resin and the

bottles have a full circle lifespan and we have the

waste (begasse) to power the factory, making our

ability to turn (and broken or unused parts) into

Worthy bottle.

new sugarcane products.”

Michel makes sure each Worthy bottle also supports a worthy cause. Over 10 years ago, Michel and her husband embarked on a lifechanging journey to India and Nepal for six months. Their encounter with a slum in Mumbai living beside a massive rubbish dump filled with plastic waste left an indelible mark.

Determined to make a difference, they returned

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eco

We are using this time to spread

“We are a local family run

brand awareness and offer

business and customer service is

support to communities doing

paramount as well as providing

it tough. We also partner with

a superior quality product. We

Christmas box, offering a box

offer 12-month warranties on our

of non-perishable goods at

bottles and lids.”

Christmas for those in need.

And her goal? To be a game-

“A big part of our brand is

changer in the battle against

spreading the message of worth.

single-use plastic drink bottles

I love speaking and inspiring the

and replace other unnecessary

next generation to ditch single

plastic products using this

to Australia and the moment

use plastic bottles and to start

ground-breaking technology.

Worthy was born, Michel knew

a relationship with a reusable

With a staggering one million

she would give back to those

one, while sharing our start-

bottles being purchased

in need.

up journey and the resilience

globally every minute, Worthy’s

“We are a big-hearted brand

needed for that,” she says.

here to provide an eco-friendly

that spreads the message of

To date Worthy has seen a 180

solution that’s way cooler than

worth and we donate 10 per

per cent growth in just two years

your average reusable bottle.

cent of every bottle sale to

and the brand is now stocked

“We are excited for what lies

Vision Rescue, helping women

nationally in over 100 stores.

ahead. We have many products

and children living in the slums

“The thing we hear the most

that we are bursting to design

of Mumbai. We also partner

when people first pick up a

including a kids range of bottles,

with local NFP RAMS running

bottle is how lightweight they

lunch boxes as well as picnic

resilience programs for at risk

are. Our customers love that

wares and reusable coffee cups.

adolescents in Victoria.

they are durable, easy to use

We have new bottle colours

“Even though times are tough

and clean. They really have the

launching in the coming weeks.

for so many at the moment,

feel-good factor of being so

We also see great opportunities

we have still found incredible

eco-friendly and giving to those

to take the brand internationally

opportunities during this time.

in need.

at the right time.” G

Worthy bottles on the road.

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Urban Rituelle Natural Remedy Wellness Rituelle’s 100% essential oil blends (wholesale $9.10). info@urbanrituelle.com.au, www.urbanrituelle.com.au

Go Do Good Botanica jewellery collection (wholesale $20.45). hello@godogood.com.au, www.godogood.com.au

Bright Wonders Lilliputiens discovery house (wholesales $43). info@brightwonders.com.au, www.brightwonders.com.au

Emilie O’Connor bamboo tableware (RRP from $10.50). info@emilieoconnorhomestore.com, emilieoconnorhomestore.com

Finmark ribbed garden wrapping paper (prices on request). admin@finmark.com.au, www.finmark.com.au

Domenica Formulations hand soap (RRP $39). care@domenicaformulations.com, domenicaformulations.com

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Earth Greetings 2024 planners (wholesale $22.70). info@earthgreetings.com.au, www.earthgreetings.com.au

eco

Earth Worthy hauler bag (wholesale $35). hello@earthworthy.co, earthworthy.co

Steadysticks Retrokitchen compostable sponge cloths (wholesale $3.30). info@steadysticks.com, www.urbangreens.com.au

Artiwood Australia Tolo Toys Bio Teatime shape sorter (wholesale $22.80). info@artiwood.com.au, www.artiwood.com.au

Honeybee Wrap the kitchen collection (wholesale $18.16). hello@honeybeewrap.com.au, www.honeybeewrap.com.au EcoSmart Chaser 38 (RRP from $2,995). info@ecosmartfire.com.au, ecosmartfire.com.au

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Artiwood Australia Bigjigs Rail Simply Scandi FSC Woodland train set (wholesale $47.50). info@artiwood.com.au, www.artiwood.com.au

SOEK Milla Caramel (wholesale $40.49). order@soek.com.au, www.soek.com.au

Earth Greetings everyday cards & wrapping paper (wholesale $2.97). info@earthgreetings.com.au, www.earthgreetings.com.au

Domenica Formulations interiors parfum (RRP $65 to $159). care@domenicaformulations.com, domenicaformulations.com

Go Do Good Seaside jewellery collection (wholesale $20.45 to $26.80). hello@godogood.com.au, www.godogood.com.au

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Earth Worthy handloom throws (wholesale $112). hello@earthworthy.co, earthworthy.co

Earth Greetings colouring cards (wholesale $13.60). info@earthgreetings.com.au, www.earthgreetings.com.au

Bright Wonders Kaloo Lapinoo green rabbit (wholesale $19). info@brightwonders.com.au, www.brightwonders.com.au

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Honeybee Wrap twin medium (wholesale $9.07). hello@honeybeewrap.com.au, www.honeybeewrap.com.au

Bright Wonders Janod tea set (wholesale $35). info@brightwonders.com.au, www.brightwonders.com.au

Earth Greetings spiral bound journals (wholesale $11.30 to $18.10). info@earthgreetings.com.au, www.earthgreetings.com.au Artiwood Australia Bobi Craft cotton crochet rainbow unicorn, (wholesale $19). info@artiwood.com.au, www.artiwood.com.au

Earth Worthy hauler mini tote bag (wholesale $35). hello@earthworthy.co, earthworthy.co

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Go Do Good Connect jewellery collection (wholesale $13.20 to $26.80). hello@godogood.com.au, www.godogood.com.au

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Emilie O’Connor organic hemp & cotton bags (prices on request). info@emilieoconnorhomestore.com, emilieoconnorhomestore.com

Earth Greetings Christmas cards & decorations (wholesale $2.97 to $5.90). info@earthgreetings.com.au, www.earthgreetings.com.au

Domenica Formulations surface spray (RRP $39). care@domenicaformulations.com, domenicaformulations.com

Finmark ribbed vines brown kraft wrapping paper (prices on request). admin@finmark.com.au, www.finmark.com.au

EcoSmart T-Lite series (RRP from $1,895). info@ecosmartfire.com.au, ecosmartfire.com.au

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U N L E AS H I N G C R E AT I V I T Y Giftguide sits down with Juanitur founder, Juanita Phillips, to chat about her business, her family and how a Cricut machine changed everything.

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orn out of a passion for creating inspiring artwork that draws on her Māori heritage,

Ipswich artist Juanita (Nita) Phillips found herself needing a flexible work schedule to balance life with her three kids and one on the way, after working two jobs to make ends meet as the sole earner.

Striving for a strong income stream without the structure of a nine to five job, she opened her small business selling her artwork.

“About five years ago when I found out that I was pregnant with my fourth child, I knew I wanted to stay at home and spend more time with my children,” she explains.

“At the time, I was juggling two Juanitur founder, Juanita Phillips, at the Gold Coast Waitangi Day pop up.

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jobs—working in marketing at a real

small business

estate company during the day and Baskin ‘N’

artworks had motivational quotes to help keep

Robbins by night. Whilst I was the sole earner of my

me on track. What I didn’t realise though was how

family and these two jobs were important for us to

many other people (especially single mums out

make ends meet, I didn’t like that it meant I’d have

there) were going through a similar situation as me.

to compromise on quality time with my family.

“Through messages I received from the

“I especially didn’t like the thought of my

community, I realised that my art was more than

newborn at daycare. As such, when a picture that

just creating, it had the power to inspire others.

I drew of my sister received an amazing response

When I hear stories like these, it just makes me

from family and friends on Facebook, I realised

so emotional and proud, reminding me why I

there was an opportunity there. Not only would I

started in the first place.”

be able to work from home and spend time with

Her strong ties to the community have seen

my children, but I’d also be able to do something

her business continue to grow in success, most

that I genuinely love, which is creating things.”

recently at the Gold Coast Waitangi Day pop-up

Nita’s small online business, Juanitur (“Juanita was

where she amazed crowds with her on-the-spot

taken on Instagram so I changed the spelling until

custom orders.

I found the handle that was available”), focuses

“Recently being able to participate in the

on creating a collection of meaningful prints,

Waitangi Day store pop-up to showcase my

stationery and accessories to uplift and bring

customised hoodies, tote bags and banners that

positivity into the world.

I created has been an absolute highlight of my

With a background in marketing, she’s no

journey so far. The response I received for my

beginner in business and saw space to sell her

artwork was incredible and it was so nice to be able

artworks in a variety of ways. Starting in art prints,

to further spread my Māori heritage in that way.”

she quickly pivoted to selling other products,

As her business expanded, she had to find a

with the first she created being the most popular

way to accommodate large orders of custom

design, pēpi (baby) on board car sticker.

hoodies, t-shirts and totes, which she achieved

“The thing I love most about my job is being

with her new Cricut Autopress. She first came

able to create artworks that resonate and inspire

across Cricut machines online and realised these

thousands of people. When I first started, I was

at-home gadgets allow you to personalise and

in quite a bit of a dark place and so some of my

customise just about anything.

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“Cricut has been a lifesaver for my business

“As my business continues to grow and orders

and I can’t imagine what my business would be

come in hard and fast, being able to adapt and

like without it,” she adds.

quickly customise orders can be slightly tricky.

“Initially, I only used my Cricut smart cutting

Luckily my Cricut smart cutting machine and

machine to sell customised prints, stationery and

Cricut Autopress have helped to alleviate a lot of

accessories. Since then though, my business has

this pressure.

grown and so has its products. I’ve now been

“Staying organised can be sometimes difficult,

receiving larger orders for custom hoodies,

especially as my business continues to grow and

t-shirts, totes and banners. You can just imagine

more orders come in. Given that I’m working from

how much time would be spent on these orders.

home, I have a designated Cricut workstation

“So, to help me out now I’ve actually also

where most of my orders are made. This is usually

expanded my Cricut range and recently got a

tidy, but sometimes can flow into other areas of my

Cricut Autopress to help me fulfill these orders in

home space.”

a smooth, successful and timely manner.”

As she has expanded into her other party planning

Nita now sells a range of art banners, tote

business, her Cricut machines have also been able

bags, clothing, mugs, coasters, suncatchers,

to roll into making acrylic and wood signage for

vinyl stickers and keychains. Her business

birthday parties and custom decorations.

has grown quickly and through using Cricut

“I owe my success to three main things: my strong

machines she’s been able to keep up with the

passion for creating, the support of my family and of

demand and expand her product range.

course, my Cricut machines and tools. Without any

One of Juanitur’s creations

of these elements, I don’t think my business would be where it is now,” Nita adds.

“To first get started, I believe one needs to have a passion for what they want to do and believe it will succeed. It all starts with your drive and mindset. To continue this growth, having the support of loved ones is always helpful. Then of course comes the logistical side of things, which is the operation of the business.

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small business

Juanitur’s best-selling product.

“As mentioned before, Cricut has no doubt helped me in terms of turning around professional-looking customised products in a timely manner and I’m so thankful for that.

“I have just released my first four designs in baby swaddles. I’m currently working on a bunch more designs. I’m excited because I’m expanding my range from just baby swaddles too. I’m in the process of trialing a range of new designs for the baby swaddles being sampled and am working on thicker blankets and playmats.

I’m currently pregnant with baby number five and studying to become a Pilates mat and reformer instructor, so I definitely have my hands full. I’d just really like to get my new baby designs here before Christmas.” G

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Diamonds are

FOREVER Giftguide chats to Medley Jewellery founder, Amber Hodgman, about the secret of her (international) success and what’s next for the multi-million-dollar business.

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edley Jewellery celebrated over $1 million of sales within its first full financial year

(FY20/21). With a strong focus on ethically sourcing its materials, Medley’s business centres around leveraging customer buying behaviours to deliver in-demand designs and a strong digital investment in advertising that highlights its core messaging.

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When was Medley Jewellery launched and what inspired the launch?

Medley launched in late 2020 and is what I like to call a Covid baby. It was created to offer affordable and ethically sourced jewellery to the digitally savvy Gen Z and Millennial shoppers of Australia.

Initially, Medley started as All images courtesy of Medley Jewellery.

a female brand designed for the self-gifter. Who better

What makes Medley Jewellery stand out in the market?

to speak to our customers

It’s backed by a much larger jewellery business (MHJ

than a female-minded team?

International) that has access to global supply chains. Even

However, that quickly evolved

though the business very much runs separately, we have the

to selling over 30 per cent of

best of both worlds. An agile, small start-up with accessibility to

our styles to male-identifying

resources that help us scale.

customers. Even though we like

Our brand ethos is to co-create and our philosophy, ‘worn

to communicate to a broader

for nobody’ means we design styles that are foundational but

audience, we still have the

also customisable by the wearer. Essentially, to be worn for

original female team. Being a

themselves and nobody else. We like to be customer-centric

female-led business creates

in our product design, our trend guidelines are more around

an empathic and supportive

consumer demand, so we like to analyse high search terms or

environment, which we all love.

changes in preferences e.g. lab grown diamonds.

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From the beginning, we wanted to ensure we were a value-led business, so Medley is certified by the Responsible Jewellery Council and strives to consistently prioritise our sustainability practices, which isn’t always easy. Ultimately, we are designing for longevity.

We create four seasonal collections a year. This means our newness is somewhat limited in both quantity and breadth. We like to select products that will be wearable for years to come.

Why did you decide to expand overseas and what have been some of the challenges and highlights?

It just seemed like a natural

community. TikTok right

progression for the business.

through to LinkedIn, each

Our social media consists of

channel allows us to engage

customers from all around the

a different part of our

world. We are still only in 12 countries, but we plan

audience for various reasons. It’s an extension

on continuing to expand. Modern digital platforms

of the people in the team and transparency

make it fairly easy to launch into new countries,

for us is key. We also like to participate in

so we have utilised those out-of-the-box solutions

topical and fun trends, which allows us to

where we can. I would say our most interesting

understand what’s happening in the market

challenges have been running our campaign

and ensure we stay educated on pop culture.

shoots in Puglia, Paris and most recently Barcelona.

What is next for Medley Jewellery as a

As a direct-to-consumer brand, our social media

business in the current economic climate?

is an important way for us to connect with our

We are very mindful that both our team and

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our customers are becoming more aware of how they invest their money. This is where conscious consumerism comes into play. We have a customer retention plan that involves bringing our customers along the brand journey even if they can’t always buy from us.

We like to talk about how they can style their existing jewellery and reinvigorate what they already own. When they are in a position to buy something, we want to make sure we offer great style at an accessible price. Jewellery is incredibly sentimental and so our customers see it as more than just a fickle fashion piece. G

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Past, present & future Villeroy & Boch celebrates 275 years of creativity and craftmanship.

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Villeroy & Boch 275 Jubilee collection.

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n the world of dining and lifestyle, Villeroy & Boch is synonymous with elegance and innovation as the iconic brand celebrates its 275th anniversary this year.

Founded in 1748 in Audun-le-Tiche, France, by François

Boch and his three sons, the company began producing ceramic tableware and expanded its operations to Luxembourg before ultimately relocating its headquarters to Mettlach, Germany in the 19th Century.

“Villeroy & Boch’s history is a testament to the vision of our founders and the commitment of our employees, who have carried on the legacy of our brand with pride and passion,” says family ambassador, Maria von Boch.

“We are proud of our heritage and we look forward to continuing our tradition of creating beautiful, elegant homes for generations to come.”

Innovation behind the evolution The 275-year journey of Villeroy & Boch is a story of constant innovation and reinvention. From its early days as a pottery manufacturer, the company has transformed into a global leader in the design and production of high-quality dinnerware, glassware and cutlery, as well as luxurious bathroom and wellness products. Villeroy & Boch has always been at the forefront of design trends, introducing

Villeroy & Boch 275 Jubilee collection La Boule Paradiso.

Villeroy & Boch Paradiso birthday cake.

new styles and shapes that have become classics in the world of home decor.

In its early days, the company was quick to adopt new technologies and techniques that let the company create products that were not only beautiful but also functional and durable. For example, in 1836, Villeroy & Boch introduced the first ceramic tableware that could be put in the oven safely, a revolutionary innovation at the time.

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Villeroy & Boch 275 Jubilee collection Paradiso mug.

Today, Villeroy & Boch continues to explore

Villeroy & Boch is driven by a deep appreciation

the limits of possibility, using advanced materials

for the beauty of the world around us. From

and technologies to create practical and

the intricate floral patterns of the company’s

exquisite dining and lifestyle products.

early ceramic products to the sleek and modern

“Villeroy & Boch’s goal has always been to

designs of its contemporary lines.

create products that enhance lives. We are

“Beauty has always been a central part of

constantly looking for new ways to make our

Villeroy & Boch’s philosophy. We believe that

products more beautiful, more functional and

beautiful objects have the power to enhance our

more sustainable, and we are always exploring

lives, inspire us and bring us joy. That’s why we

new materials and techniques that will help us to

take such care in designing our products, from

achieve this goal,” says Von Boch.

the choice of colours and materials to the smallest details of the pattern,” she adds.

Creativity and iconic patterns are at the

As part of its 275th anniversary celebrations,

heart of Villeroy & Boch

Villeroy & Boch is releasing a limited-edition range

Of course, innovation is only part of the story.

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Villeroy & Boch 275 Jubilee collection.

past 275 years. This collection

hand-applied blue rococo

is a fusion of the company’s

motifs of blossom sprigs

past, present and future, and

and delicate reliefs. The

features a new interpretation

anniversary items are available

of historic decor with modern,

in strictly limited editions and

graphic elements.

highlight pieces of the highest

The collection includes a

quality, featuring durable and

range of products including

sustainable materials.

the popular traditional Old

“The collection’s design is

Luxembourg collection, which

a tribute to Villeroy & Boch’s

reflects the beginnings of the

heritage and innovation, with a

company with its delicate,

vibrant orange colour infusing

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our traditional blue with energy. This collection

creating products that are not only beautiful and

brings together various creative influences to

functional but also environmentally friendly.

create an amazing creation that customers can

As Villeroy & Boch marks its 275th anniversary,

add to their homes,” says Von Boch.

it not only celebrates its illustrious past but also

Looking to the future, Villeroy & Boch continues

anticipates a future filled with endless possibilities

to push the boundaries of design and technology,

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Gozney Roccbox pizza oven (RRP $799). au.gozney.com

WOH! Liga collection (RRP $9.95 to $69.95). info@woh.com.au, www.woh.com.au

Chic and stylish serveware or the newest pizza ovens are the perfect way to elevate alfresco dining this spring.

ecodownunder linen tablecloths and napkins (RRP $29). service@ ecodownunder.com.au, www.ecodownunder.com.au

Ooni Karu 12G multifuel pizza oven (RRP $699). sales@ooni.com, au.ooni.com CLINQ Copper marble cheese knife set (wholesale $25.95). info@clinq.com.au, www.clinq.com.au

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J Style Japanese bowls (wholesale $10.80). info@jstyle.com.au, www.jstyle.com.au

The Kindred Co eb&ive Alma mini board set (wholesale $22.50). sales@thekindredco.com.au, www.thekindredco.com.au

like. by Villeroy & Boch (RRP from $34.95). www.villeroy-boch.com.au

Ooni volt 12 electric pizza oven (RRP $1,499). sales@ooni.com, au.ooni.com

Nicholas Agency & Co NF alfresco dining range (wholesale $3.50 to $49.95). Nicholas Agency & Co, sales@nf.net.au, www.nf.net.au

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Alchemy, help@circa.com.au, circa.com.au, www.facebook.com/circafragrances, www.instagram.com/circafragrances 3. Kaloo stimuli soft sound shapes, wholesales for $35. Bright Wonders, 08 7425 1400, info@brightwonders.com.au, www.brightwonders.com.au, www.instagram.com/brightwonders_au 4. Avocado vase, wholesales for $15.50. Alfresco Gardenware, 03 9118 4333, service@alfrescogardenware.com.au, www.alfrescogardenware.com, www.facebook.com/alfrescogardenware, www.instagram.com/alfrescogardenware 70 giftguideonline.com.au

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1. Silver ring with ball necklace, wholesales for $17.90. Lillyco Accessories, 08 9534 9688, sales@lillyco.com.au, www.lillyco.com.au, www.facebook.com/lillycoaustralia, www.instagram.com/lillycoaustralia 2. Twilight Sunset candle and diffuser, wholesale for $14.95 and $15.95. Bramble Bay Co, 07 3492 0951, sales@bramblebayco.com, www.bramblebayco.com, www.facebook.com/bramblebaycandleco, www.instagram.com/bramblebayco 3. Inis home fragrance diffuser and scented candle, wholesale for $22.73 and $20.45.

Fragrances of Ireland, 1800 779 238, customerservice@inis.com, inis.com, www.facebook.com/InisEnergyoftheSea, www.instagram.com/inisenergyofthesea/ 4. Large Banksia Corten wall art, wholesales for $99. Alfresco Gardenware, 03 9118 4333, service@alfrescogardenware.com.au, www.alfrescogardenware.com, www.facebook.com/alfrescogardenware, www.instagram.com/alfrescogardenware 5. CIRCA Alchemy Grapefruit & Cedarwood home fragrance, prices range from $44.95 to $52.95. Alchemy, help@circa.com.au, circa.com.au, www.facebook.com/circafragrances, www.instagram.com/circafragrances SEPTEMBER 2023 73

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