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It’s a special group of people who still read magazines. It’s a community of like-minded people with a shared love of holding something tangible in their hands - the feel of the paper between their fingers and the weight of a magazine jam-packed with wonderful content. Recently, two incidents reminded me, once again, why I feel this way. Riekie Kruger sent an email about a tapestry she found at a second-hand shop, which she then made into a scatter cushion. And, would you believe it, after we featured the cushion on the letters page of our October/ November 2023 issue, Yvonne Millar wrote to us saying that she recognised the tapestry: it was her mother’s. When she had to move to a smaller home, she donated most of her mom’s…

SPOTTED! Tonal leopard prints are all the rage in fashion and décor this year - and Design Team’s Leopard Spot print remains a top seller. Background fabric in Leopard Spot Pink (R1 295/m) with cushions (R1 350 each) in Camel (bottom) and Blue (top); go to designteamfabrics.co.za EVERY DOG... We spotted Mervyn Dragsund’s delightful poly resin creatures online and fell in love with his playful pooches! Go to compositedecor.co.za to see more and place a custom order. Dachshunds in black and orange (2.4kg; 500mm L × 320mm H × 150mm W) R1 500 each STYLISH STORAGE Popstrukt’s new Bon Bon Double Locker (R10 999, popstrukt.com) offers ample storage with a combination of drawers and adjustable shelving. Available online in Soft White (shown) or Moss Grey, it’s the perfect addition to…

WHO LIVES HERE? Alison and Chris Reynolds WHERE Napier, Overberg SIZE 168m2 Heading down a dirt road in Napier, the last thing you’d expect to find in a cottage called Barncroft is a bold mix of zesty citrus hues combined with hot pinks. And just as your eyes adjust, you realise pattern has been invited to this wild party too. “I thrive on colour; I cannot imagine my life in a sterile white and beige environment,” says Alison, who founded her Cape Town-based interior design business, The Painted Door Design Co., 30 years ago. Alison and her husband Chris lost their hearts to the cottage in September 2020, but finding their perfect weekend home was no easy feat. “It had to be no more than two hours away from Cape…

Email your renovation project to experts@homemag.co.za. WHO LIVES HERE? Simon and Anna-Lize Menssink WHERE Arcadia, Pretoria SIZE 180m2 (including 60m2 balcony) Back in 2020, a dream about a luxury loft prompted Simon Menssink to search Property24 for similar apartments, A day or two later, he and his wife Anna-Lize found themselves standing 12 floors up, marvelling at a panoramic view. Despite the years of accumulated cigarette butts lying at their feet, the couple knew that this was the home of their dreams. However, a lot of renovating lay ahead, and unfortunately their slightly cheeky offer was turned down. But the dirty, dank and dilapidated space continued to haunt them until they made a second, slightly higher offer in May 2022 - but once again they were forced to put their…

Send garden info and queries to gardens@homemag.co.za. Vertical gardening is all about growing plants upwards or downwards – along fences, walls, balcony rails, in hanging baskets, retaining blocks, vertical planters or recycled gutters. It has its advantages too, in that gardening vertically reduces fungal diseases as the air circulation around the leaves is better and it is easier to water plants without wetting the leaves. Keeping the fruits off the ground also helps to prevent them from rotting. FOR TRELLISES, FENCES, OBELISKS, OR HOMEMADE TEEPEES Grow vine-type vegetables that twine around supports or have tendrils that cling. Suitable veggies are runner beans, garden peas, sugar snap peas, cucumbers, gem squash and butternut. Vine tomatoes are not self-clinging but can still be trained up and tied to a support or trellis.…

Just fur the fun of it... Email queries to pets@homemag.co.za. WIN! Each owner whose pet is featured here wins a gift voucher worth R500 from Petshop Science (petshopscience.co.za). Find all your pet products under one roof at Petshop Science where knowledgeable in-store assistants can help you make the right choice. As the cold winter weather continues to cut down outdoor playtime, it can become challenging to give your fur kids the physical and mental stimulation they need to stay happy and healthy. Petshop Science has stocked up on a wide range of toys that will keep your pet pals active and entertained. Puppies will love the Petshop Bunny Plush Dog Toy (R119.99) and sleeping buddy, while the All For Paws Doggie’s Pig Slipper Dog Chew Toy (R199.99) is a treat…

The earthy flavour and meaty texture of mushrooms make them a star ingredient in both vegetarian and meat dishes. Sushi rice waffles with teriyaki mushrooms Fried sushi rice waffles are a TikTok sensation that I think is worth the hype. If you don’t have a waffle pan, you can achieve a similar effect by slicing the cold rice in step 3 into portions and pan-frying in sesame oil until crispy. Serves 4 • Preparation: 1 hour, plus overnight cooling of the rice Cooking time: 1 hour • Oven temperature: 200°C • 4 giant black mushrooms, thickly sliced • 8 smaller button or portabellini mushrooms, halved • 125ml teriyaki sauce • 15ml olive oil • 1 garlic clove, grated • 2cm fresh ginger, peeled and grated • a sprinkling of micro…

As fresh as it gets Ethically sourced seafood restaurant Galjoen is offering a multi-course winter lunch menu until the end of August at only R550 per person! Chef patron duo Neil Swart and Anouchka Horn, along with head chef Isca Stoltz, have crafted a menu that’s sure to surprise and delight. Find them at 99 Harrington Street in Cape Town; go to galjoencpt.co.za to reserve a table. Delish! Woolworths’ new hassle-free, slow-cooked ox tripe (R149, woolworths.co.za) is ready in just 30 minutes! For a twist on the traditional recipe, check out the curried tripe created by senior product developer Sharon Mbonambi (above) at woolworths.co.za. QUICK 'N EASY We love the new Foodie! range from Checkers – think convenient readymade meals, heat-andeat soups, fresh cook-in sauces and pastes. We tried the…

PATTERN Patterned floor tiles pack a punch when it comes to injecting personality into a bathroom, especially when the other fixtures and fittings are a bit more serious and muted. “These geometric tiles in three different colours work particularly well as you can mix up the patterns in various bathroom areas, such as a separate loo and shower, while keeping the look consistent,” says Tammy. 1 The arch way “I love arches and use them wherever I can,” says Tammy Holmes of Ivy Décor & Design. “I adore the drama and sense of luxury that this one introduces, while also serving a practical function as a shelf for storage.” The focal wall that juts out behind the bath provided the ideal spot and previous oldfashioned wallpaper was replaced with sealed solid…

Email your queries to experts@homemag.co.za. Meet the designer Versatile storage Adriaan Louw founded Popstrukt seven years ago with a dream of creating a simple, beautiful furniture range. Today, Popstrukt is well-known for its colourful, contemporary steel cabinets and has recently launched in the Netherlands. Adriaan offers the following guidelines: Keep it practical When selecting furniture, prioritise pieces that offer efficient storage solutions. Look for designs with practical features such as adjustable shelves, cable routing gaps, hanging rails and drawers to keep your spaces organised and clutter-free. Choose furniture that maximises storage without compromising on style or functionality. Design Elevate your home with furniture that balances form and function; opt for pieces that exhibit thoughtful design and timeless aesthetics. Your furniture should complement your lifestyle and space, keeping your home tidy…

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Serves 12 • Preparation: 20 minutes • Baking time: 30 minutes • Oven temperature: 180ºC • 250g Medjool dates, pitted and chopped • 5ml bicarbonate of soda • 250ml boiling water • 125ml butter, softened • 180ml light brown sugar • 3 large eggs • 5ml vanilla essence (or 10ml brandy) • 375ml self-raising flour, sifted • zest of 1 orange • 60ml chopped crystallised ginger SAUCE • 250ml soft brown sugar • 80ml butter • 250ml double-thick cream • 3ml vanilla essence 1 Mix the dates and the bicarbonate of soda with boiling water. Stir until combined; set aside for 30 minutes. Purée with a stick blender. 2 Preheat the oven. Beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a…

BACK PAGE My ouma spent the last years of her life in a single room in a nursing home in Calvinia. There was space for her sewing machine, the old wicker chair she loved and, next to it, a small shelf for her Bible and the radio. Her window looked out onto a mournful pepper tree in an empty backyard, raked bare. And a small, blue corner of the brooding mountains of the Hantam Karoo. She was content, my ouma. My memory of the room is opaque, to say the least, a matter of vague sensation rather than detail – of the stuffy smell of crisp new fabric and the frenetic ziiiirr of the zigzag needle running to and fro, of dusticles dancing weightlessly in the air, turning to gold…

A place to dream The main bedroom in The Manor House at Le Jardin in Stellenbosch proves that playful spaces never get old. A sophisticated mix of décor pieces such as the king-size dark wood bed, plush linen and funky wallpaper creates an intriguing wonderland. Keen to create a space where families can relax and have fun together, owners Sue and Bernard Fontannaz turned their heritage home into an exclusive-use villa for rental. “We used African Sketchbook Fine Art Fabrics for the wallpaper and curtain design, as they hire artists from the local community and every piece of fabric is a handmade original work of art. We wanted to celebrate the abundance of Africa in the room, as if you’re sleeping in a deep forest filled with flowers and friendly…

READER HOME WHO LIVES HERE? Tina and Matthew le Cordeur with their two toddlers WHERE Tamboerskloof, Cape Town SIZE 350m2 House-hunting isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but art consultant Tina le Cordeur really enjoys the process. One of her favourite hobbyhorses is keeping track of the latest houses going on sale, always hopeful she will find ‘the one’. Her passion for property searches really bore fruit this time because, after viewing umpteen houses, they finally hit the jackpot. When Tina and hubby Matthew opened the front gate of this breathtaking property in Tamboerskloof five years ago, they were enchanted by the paradise that greeted them. A paved pathway led through a beautiful garden up to an impressive Victorian home, complete with a turret. “It was magical,” Tina recalls. We decided…

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Q: Which white has been used on the arch featured on page 72 of your July 2023 issue? – Cecile van der Westhuizen, Cape Town A: The white is Dulux Brilliant White and the darker colour is Paintsmiths Ghandi’s Tea. Q: Where can I buy the fabric shower curtain shown on page 27 of the February/March 2023 issue? – Angela McQueen, Cape Town A: The homeowner bought it at Target in the United States about eight years ago. Take a look at H&M’s range of shower curtains at superbalist.com for similar options. Q: What is the name of the greenish paint colour in the guest loo on page 38 of the May 2024 issue? – Cecile van der Westhuizen, Cape Town A: The colour is Paintsmiths Lush. Q: I love…