Bygone era back in vogue
Isadora D is a new boutique at 115 Jackson Street. Run by fashion designer Calli Neilson,
the boutique is full of clothes - and scarves - inspired by the glamour days of the 1920s, 30s and 50s. All are created by Calli, and the scarves especially evoke memories of legendary dancer Isadora Duncan, who died in 1927 when her flowing scarf caught in a rear wheel of her sports car. "I have mostly special-occasion wear," Calli says. "It's likely to be for the mother of the bride, as a ball gown or for a glamorous day at the races, but many of my customers buy for corporate day wear". Calli has come to Petone after operating a dressmaking and design business in Hawke's Bay.
C'mon, light my fire
Just in time for winter is the new Woodfires R Us showroom at 329 Jackson Street. The solid fuel heating specialists sell and install all major brands of woodfires, if necessary applying for consent on thew owner's behalf, and installing to the manufacturer's specifications and council requirements. Owner John Zammit has been installing woodfires for nearly 30 years and is a registered installer. "I honestly believe we offer the best service and prices in the Wellington region," he says. Woodfires R Us also do chimney sweeps, maintenance and fire safety inspection reports. Visit Bex at the showroom for expert advice, call 04 589-3980 or see www.woodfiresrus.co.nz.
Cultured Couple
Wendy and Conrad Adams at Cultured are committed to bringing you cheeses you can't easily find, or taste, elsewhere. They celebrate the artisan and farmstead cheesemakers of New Zealand who are creating exceptional textures and flavours from New Zealand's lovely milk - cow, goat, sheep and buffalo. Cultured also stocks cultures so you can make your own cheese at home, foodie gifts and treats, and organic groceries. Cheesemaking classes are run at least monthly in the shop, and cheeseboard catering is a breeze, from 2 to 200! Get your own organic Ripe coffee and milk there too. Yum! www.cultured.co.nz