Easy on the DIY Pallet
The pallet furniture craze is posted all over the “do it yourself” web. Is it all it’s made out to be? Is it worth it? Our DIY pro, Elle Franco embarks on making outside pallet seating furniture and gives you her honest account of the ups, downs and splinters she encounters. Read on. You are scrolling through Pinterest and being a DIY enthusiast you search for pallet projects, amazing...Read More
Extreme Water Saving Products at the Expo
Scandinavian Water Saving Products introduces three extreme water savings products to the South African market at this year’s Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo. “We were experiencing very similar problems on the islands in the Swedish archipelago, so when the severe water restrictions of 50 litres per day were imposed on the City of Cape Town, we decided to import these products to South...Read More
For the love of CONCRETE Competition – Meet The Judges
This year’s Expo sees the return of the popular “for the love of CONCRETE Design and Art Competitions. Designers and artists from around the Western Cape will present their concrete creations in the hopes of winning a portion of the whopping R36 000 in prize monies. Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo invited three distinguished names in art, architecture and interior design to judge this...Read More
Adriaan Lochner Interiors
Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, Adriaan Lochner is renowned for unmistakable, luxurious and characterful interiors. We caught up with him to talk about his long and illustrious career, where it all began and what inspires him to continue creating. Tell us more about yourself and what you currently do. I grew up on the banks of the Olifants Rivier in a small farming community. I...Read More
AssembLIT Lights
Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, AssembLIT create DIY ceiling lights that leave a lasting impression on any room in the home or office. AssembLIT is a range of laser cut light fittings crafted in Cape Town. Their designs are lightweight and modern, and easily transform any room. The product is so easy to assemble, with no need for glue, nails or screws and each light fitting comes...Read More
Retyred Designs
Old, worn tyres can be hard to get rid of and are destined for landfills. Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, Retyred Designs is tackling this environmental problem by repurposing tyres into cool and comfy ottomans. Retyred Design’s creator, Sharon Woollon spent 20 years in the corporate world before she came across recycled tyres while looking for ideas to satisfy her creativity. She now...Read More
The Port Elizabeth HOMEMAKERS Expo Judges
Selecting the winning stands at an Expo renowned for excellence in design is no easy task. This year, we invited lifestyle industry leaders and experts, Therina Pienaar, Kevin Reed and LenĂ© Smit to judge the top stands at the 2018 Port Elizabeth HOMEMAKERS Expo. We chatted to them about this year’s judging process and what it takes to win. Tell us a little more about yourself. Therina...Read More
The New Softology Range
A proud sponsor of the Sustainable Living area at this year’s Port Elizabeth HOMEMAKERS Expo is Nolans Flooring, showcasing the new, environmentally friendly and irresistible Softology™ Range by Belgotex. The Softology Range is made using a higher count of finer filament creating a feather-like and plush feel. These carpets are also durable and stain-proof; making it ideal for a busy...Read MoreFind the Right Size Chandelier for Your Home
The chandelier was once only seen in formal estates, but today we see them hanging in homes everywhere. Port Elizabeth HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, Selective Lighting share expert advice on how and where to hang a chandelier in your home. Chandeliers add elegance and style to any space of your home. But what happens if you get it wrong? Knowing the right size and where you should hang it can be...Read More