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Mental Wellness | Lifestyle
Creative expression through sewing, gardening, knitting, crochet, interiors, cooking @themindfulmakernz

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Alfie intrigued by mommas crafting skills

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ART FOR THE BREAKING POINT

Jens and I helped her communicate what she’s been wanting to say for a long time.

Now available in 30x42cm, worldwide shipping from Sweden

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Loved this conversation with one of my good friends and colleagues Michelle. She and I dive deep into the strategies you can use to help maintain balance and wellbeing across the festive 🎄 season.

Link here or in link tree https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/mikkipedia/id1538311674?i=1000680726131

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One of my favorite colour combinations and some of my absolute favorite flowers. Add a few peonies, and it would be perfect! But for now, I’m working with what I’ve found in the garden. There’s just something about bearded irises that steals my heart—maybe it’s their fleeting, blousy beauty that makes them feel extra special 🧡💜
Florine Compote from @ohflorastore

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People often ask me why I’m so into thrifting when having new clothes is ‘nicer.’
It’s that I fundamentally disagree that new = nicer.

The stuff I’ve found when treasure hunting at @therealreal is vastly superior (more interesting, more unique, better cut, better quality) than most of what you’ll find in a mall these days.
Vintage pieces in particular are typically better stitched, more well thought out in terms of cut and fabric than modern day pieces that lean too heavily towards polyester and the boxy ‘has to fit everyone’ shapes 🫤

Also, it’s a way to wear more luxurious pieces on a fast-fashion budget because a lot of what I’ve found is around 90% off the retail price 🫨

I’m much more excited to receive what someone else found in a small Italian boutique 20yrs ago than what you’re likely to see in Forever 21 today.
If you haven’t seen what’s going on in the contemporary second hand market I strongly encourage you to check it out 🙌🏻⚡️🙌🏻⚡️🙌🏻⚡️

#secondhand #secondhandshopping #thrifting #thriftshopping #treasurehunting

Poll: are you a treasure hunter like me…? ❣️

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Such a wonderful bunch today for a beautiful customer/friend, absolutely loved the colour combo of this one - all the summer beauties, mixture of textures and the Dahlias are absolutely thriving - they’ll start to slow down soon now that we’re in Autumn. It will never get old seeing the flowers I grew be enjoyed by people that really value them 🌸

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Summer 23/24 - best year of flowers yet 🌸💞

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I recently created these two stunning arrangements for @biancalorenne and their stunning new collection. Personally, my favourite linens; my own bedspreads and comforters from 15 years ago remain as beautiful as ever!

Working with Alison, the owner of Bianca Lorenne, was so much fun. She provided the colour palette, and I was thrilled to source everything from my garden. Designing these florals for a local favourite was a dream come true, considering that just three years ago, I started with a dream of a cut flower garden. Now, creating beautiful arrangements for local businesses and clients has become a reality.

The journey to my garden's success was filled with hard work and some failed attempts, but perseverance paid off. Trying something that sparks your interest, being patient, and accepting that not everything is an instant masterpiece is so an important part of the process. Over time, you'll discover your signature style, attracting others to your flowers. 🌸

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In December 2021, my world was shaken as my Mum was diagnosed with terminal bone cancer. To cope with my emotions, I began a flower garden, seeking solace in its beauty. I began planting seedlings and drawing inspiration from many books - the pull was so strong and one I’d never felt before.

During a visit to my father, a very experienced gardener, he gave me my first dahlia tuber. Unbeknownst to me, he would pass away three months later - at just 69 years old.

Life's twists and turns often catch us off guard, yet our response can unearth joy amidst sorrow. For me, the garden became a sanctuary, nurturing me through three tumultuous years. Every bloom, every moment spent tending to my little paradise, has been a healing experience.

My love for creation has expanded so much more. The joy I feel from creating simple or lavish arrangements, being in the garden with my hands in the soil, wandering the garden excited for a new bloom to show its face. The flowers just feel so magical.

I also have a deep affection for sewing; I honed my skills as a seamstress over 12 years after a deep depression I had been experiencing. Knitting and crochet entered my life during a long recovery of double hip surgery, a creative outlet that kept me sane during that challenging time.

Creativity, I've realised, is not just a pursuit, it's a profound link to my essence, revealing the true core of who I am and what I’m capable of 🤍

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Morning forage to play with 🌸

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My favourite colour 🌸 If you had of told me I could grow flowers like this, I wouldn’t have believed you ✨ Dreams do come true 💖 and a lot of hard work 👩‍🌾

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2023 A lot to be grateful for 💖

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