We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love! NUXE Merveillance LIFT Range A range of five anti-ageing care products infused with an ultra-correcting micro-algae oil. In a single drop, this green active ingredient concentrates the power of 4 billion native cells to reveal a skin that is as strong as you are. These vegan formulas are developed according to the Nuxe charter, with no compromises on pleasure. Retail price from R750 www.orleanscosmetics.co.za Baking:...
The Midlands is home to many great artists and if you don’t take some time to really look, you might miss them. Here are three local artists using various media to make their art, from painting to printmaking, and some bronze sculptures in between – for each of them it’s about soul, beauty, and peace. Casting the Beautiful in Bronze Originally born in Durban, Sarah Richards is now based in Balgowan and has been...
A tale of two artists who brought their creative visions and passions to life in their events venue. Brendon and I are two creatives who chose to live a different life on a 100-acre farm on Mount West, 20 minutes from Nottingham Road, off the grid with our darling cat and two cattle dogs, Bruce and Sheila (of course!). Our venue, Infinity, has been a ‘creation in progress’ to accomplish this building feat from...
From a farm in 1859 to a new generation College to open in 2023 The Midlands is rich in history, especially the land on which the Old King’s school stood. The 21-acre plot was originally part of a 3066-acre grant from the government, made in 1859 to a Mr Michael Short. Known as Spring Grove Farm, the land was used for grazing cattle and passed through the hands of five other owners before being...
One preloved bit of furniture at a time! If you love interior decorating and looking for the next best piece of furniture for your home, but you’re on a budget, we have you covered. Below we look at four unique antique and décor businesses in the Midlands that give preloved furniture a second chance. They also share some tips and tricks. Located in Yard 41 in Shafton Road, Howick is Ruby Orchard. It is...
We introduce the Crooks family, who are cornerstones of the community, and actively building, curating, and designing their lives through their art. We are reminded of the value of our environment, our community, and our intersection with it. The Midlands is home to many exceptional families, and the Crooks are among them. Residing on the hill above Midmar Dam, and like many who dwell in the area, they’ve been part of the community for...
We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love! COCONATHI GOLDEN MILK Contains only naturally occurring plant-based ingredients. Their signature blend of turmeric, spices and coconut milk will delight you as the active ingredient, curcumin in turmeric, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Health benefits include being a natural mood booster and could help enhance cognitive function. Available in 30x200ml cases. Retail price from R650 www.coconathi.co.za JOURNEY’S END THE GRIFFIN SYRAH...
We are going back in time in this edition, uncovering even more gems, old pupils to be specific, from our local Midlands schools. Join us as we follow how their path to success unfolded over the years since they matriculated and look at where they are now. Mbaliyezwe Ndlela is from Howick High School. She matriculated in 2009. Her Visual Art teacher, Mrs Lindi Beard, recognised Mbali’s ‘distinctive style’ in her art lessons and the...
From A-lines to hemlines, seams to stitches, in this article, we provide a runway for these local mums to showcase their brilliant creations. You won’t need to go to Paris to find something utterly unique – we have a few options closer to home. If you are not a fashionista, you might not know the French term haute couture, which means “high sewing”. It is pronounced almost like “oot koeture”, and you have to say...
We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love! BERDOUES COLLECTION GRANDS CRUS GUARIA MORADA Guaria Morada is the iconic flower of Costa Rica. It is a symbol of luck and a source of good fortune. This fragrance promises floral sweetness and fruity delicacy for a unique journey into the Costa Rican landscape. A combination of floral and fruity notes pique your curiosity and deliver instant pleasure with ylang-ylang, orange blossom, and pear. An exotic...