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We Are Fashionable
We Are Fashionable

Spring is in the air and we’re loving some of the fabulous colours and styles for this season’s wardrobe…

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WE'RE FASHIONABLEMelanie CoxOctober 2, 2019LATEST
30 Year Love Affair
30 Year Love Affair

If you’ve ever spotted a smart looking 1934 Studebaker cruising around North Canterbury, the chances are it belongs to this Rangiora couple…

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LOCAL LIFECreate Design StudioOctober 2, 2019LATEST, OS
We Are Eating
We Are Eating

We love nothing more than trying tasty treats whether it’s whipping up some impromptu baking or heading out for dinner…

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WE'RE EATINGCreate Design StudioOctober 1, 2019LATEST
Shabby Chic - Anything but Shabby
Shabby Chic - Anything but Shabby

The term Shabby Chic first appeared in “The World of Interiors” magazine during the 1980’s…

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DWELLINGCreate Design StudioOctober 1, 2019OS
Op shop chic
Op shop chic

On the kitchen table in this seaside cottage, there is a small wicker tray holding a neatly placed row of sunglasses…

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DWELLINGCreate Design StudioOctober 1, 2019OS
Old and New
Old and New

A beautiful character villa with warm, sunny rooms; no condensation on the windows and fitted with all the modern conveniences…

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DWELLINGCreate Design StudioOctober 1, 2019
Historic Amberley House
Historic Amberley House

Amberley House was established in 1872 and even served as a school for several years…

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DWELLINGCreate Design StudioOctober 1, 2019OS
The Magical world of Coldstream
The Magical world of Coldstream

The driveway at Coldstream winds into a dense, world of verdant greens…

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DWELLINGCreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019
My Mountain Therapy
My Mountain Therapy

Forget the typical weekday commute, for Rangiora local, Anna Frost, Tuesdays are all about adventure. This busy mum of two always finds time to discover the natural beauty of North Canterbury…

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EXPLORINGCreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019OS
Life in the Medina of Marrakesh
Life in the Medina of Marrakesh

Former essence girl, Erin Holland keeps us up-to-date with her overseas adventures and fabulous photography…

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EXPLORINGCreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019OS
Foraging in the Food Forest
Foraging in the Food Forest

With the help of a dedicated team of volunteers and a supportive community the Kaiapoi Food Forest has become a fabulous spot tucked away in the former red zone…

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LOCAL LIFE, NOURISHINGCreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019
Weaving in the Goodness
Weaving in the Goodness

A trip to Cambodia in 2009 changed the course of Rebecca Parnham’s life…

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LOCAL LIFECreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019LATEST
From Concept to Completion
From Concept to Completion

In a first floor workshop four goldsmiths are all at different stages in their respective projects…

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LOCAL LIFECreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019OS
The Exhilaration of Rallying
The Exhilaration of Rallying

At just 24 Sam Gray is making her mark on the rallying world…

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LOCAL LIFECreate Design StudioSeptember 30, 2019
Get Some Real Face Time
Get Some Real Face Time

On a busy corner in Rangiora two retired farmers catch up most mornings…

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LOCAL LIFECreate Design StudioSeptember 29, 2019
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Essence Magazine is an attractive, hard-copy publication that has been in circulation since 2003. The editorial focus and general content of essence magazine is positive, informative and inspirational. Published monthly, the magazine has acquired a reputation as an entertaining and interesting read with special emphasis on the personalities, places and businesses in our unique communities.

 

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