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Interview With Surf Coast Creatives Podcast
We sat down with Ben Hucker, the host of Surf Coast Creatives to chat about how we started our business building furniture, how we run it and life here on the beautiful Surf Coast of Victoria, Australia. We feel so honoured to be the first guests of this new podcast that is highlighting creatives and business owners here on the Surf Coast.
Australian Creatives in Isolation
A series documenting the stories of Australian Creatives during isolation.
Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict
Al was in charge of making breakfast this morning so Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict was the pick! This is a great substitute for a cafe breakfast which I know we’re all craving at the moment (insolation coops are real).
How to sand, seal and restore your timber dining table
Over the weekend we sanded back and re-sealed our dining room table. A couple of hours work and we now have a dining table that looks brand new again.
Breakfast Beans
An experiment that turned out pretty good! We were inspired by cans of beans and a pasta sauce we found in the pantry and used up all of our leftover vegetables. This would be great for breakfast, lunch or dinner and you could probably just use whatever you have laying around.
DIY Timber Plant Stands - Free Downloadable Plans
We asked you to request a DIY project for us to do and plant stand came in a bunch of time so we decided to get give it a crack. This is a great beginner project, you can use scrap timber you have laying around the house and it’s super easy to customise the design to fit your pots.
Smashed Dukkah Pumpkin
This recipe is inspired by one of my favourite breakfasts from a cafe called Caffiend in Cairns - every time I travel home I visit and order this breakfast. I’ve made it up from my memory and I think our rendition was pretty successful!
Creating with Sam & Karina of Seljak Brand
Two sisters on a mission to reduce textile waste. I’m so happy to share this interview with Karina and Sam Seljak, founders of Seljak Brand, closed-loop blankets made from textiles waste off the factory floor at mills in Tasmania and Lithuania.
Isolation Inspiration - GT Magazine Feature
Our DIY Spice Rack plans featured in GT Magazine. A guide to enjoying a relaxing weekend at home.
DIY Surfboard Rack - Free Downloadable Plans
This surf board rack has been a long time in the making and we've finally ticked it off our list of things to do! We decided to round the edges which we've provided instructions for - it's a little tricker so definitely worth having a go if you want to challenge your woodworking skills. If you want the quick and easy, skip the routing and just go with the straight edges
Breakfast Bruschetta
I was strolling through the supermarket and was stopped in my tracks by these beautiful looking tomatoes and thought why not whip up a simple breakfast bruschetta? This is a really quick, simple and satisfying meal.
DIY Spice Rack - Free Downloadable Plans
This spice rack was a weekend project we did a while ago and anytime it appears in one of our photos or videos we get asked if we sell it. We are renting our house and storage in our kitchen is a problem. For us we really wanted to build something that maximised our bench space while making sure we didn't need to add any permanent fixings.
Our Top Podcasts for fun, education and personal growth
We’ve compiled our list of favourite go-to podcasts to inspire, educate, learn and laugh. Nothing quite inspires us more than the stories of other people.
Butter and Garlic Mushrooms
We felt like treating ourselves… and what’s more indulgent than butter? A really simple but seriously delicious breakfast that will leave a yummy taste in your mouth all day long!
Warm Green Breakfast Salad
A bit of a crowd-pleaser…. the kind you feel good making and eating. This breakfast is a total winner - super easy, delicious and healthy as hell!
How to style a Bedside Table
Staging a room for a photoshoot or just have guests coming over? Here are my tips on getting that magazine look in your bedroom. Severely impractical for real living but they sure do make a good first impression.
Check Out Our Beds That Feature Built-In Storage
Storage, storage, storage. Every time I hear this word I can’t help but imagine Shaynna Blaze walking through a room-reveal on The Block. It’s your biggest pain-point and hands down the most requested customisation we receive in emails.
Healthy Vegetable Frittata
A great way to use up all of those leftover vegetables, a healthy and delicious meal for either breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Creating with Photographer Stephanie Rooney
I had the opportunity to catch up with Steph for a coffee a couple of weeks ago at my local Common Ground Project, where we chatted all things business, community and lifestyle. Stephanie filled me in on her latest series titled 'Lento' which was captured in the vibrant town Lagos in southern Portugal's Algarve region (stops to check flights). Lento translates to 'slow' in Portuguese which Steph felt was a fitting title that reflected the vibes she had from her stay.
Growing with Tom & Bridie of Kinsfolk Farm
I’m really excited to highlight Kinsfolk Farm, not just because their produce is delicious and they’re really nice people but because they are contributing to a solution. Regenerative farming is a really successful way of reducing carbon emissions and by supporting local farmers like them you can contribute too.