Holly Houston
Prairie is the creative studio of Holly Houston - self taught jeweller, ceramic artist, mother & gardener.
Holly lives with her partner & children in a small beach town in Te Ika-a-Māui, North Island.
Each Prairie treasure is made by hand out of her home studio, tucked in amongst the cottage gardens.
Prairie is the creative studio of Holly Houston - self taught jeweller, ceramic artist, mother & gardener. Holly lives with her partner & children in a small beach town in Te Ika-a-Māui, North Island. Each Prairie treasure is made by hand out of her home studio, tucked in amongst the cottage gardens.
We chat to Holly about her essential everyday needs treasures and things that merge effortlessly into a lifestlye of mothering, working and being.
Their home is a tiny, rustic wee cottage in the countryside. What may be lacking in space & insulation, is made up for in charm and a beautiful life. When not in the studio, Holly's time is spent with family and friends at the beach or in the vege garden. Image by Ophelia Mikkelson.
We chat to Holly about her essential everyday needs treasures and things that merge effortlessly into a lifestlye of mothering, working and being.
2. Basket Weave Tote // Vanilla
Palorosa
As a mother, there is nothing better than a hardwearing carry all bag. My Palorosa usually carries a vast range of mysterious objects: my sons rock collection from the beach, togs and towels, knitting, snacks, the list goes on. Just when I think it couldn't possibly carry any more, one of my children squeezes their heavy drink bottle in. Also perfect for taking online orders to the post shop.
3. Stainless Steel Thermos // 591ml
Stanley
We sat down with our children at the start of the year to do a family annual goals and dreams planning session. It was so sweet to see what kind of ideas they came up with. My 12 year old daughters request was more sunrise beach missions, so a thermos has been coming in very handy for coffee and hot chocolates.
4. Woven Placemat // Set of 6
Fair Trade Bangladesh
Our house is very tiny, and for the last three years we haven't had space for a dining table. Instead, we all perch on stools around the kitchen bench for every meal. It's pretty rustic, so I often try and bring a bit of magic by setting the bench with a table cloth or lighting a beeswax candle. I've got my eye on these beautiful woven placements to add to the ritual.
5. Japanese Drawer Box
Classiky // Japanese Craft
The Virgo in me can't resist a good storage solution. Despite being a jeweller myself, my own jewellery collection is tangled in a bowl on my bedside table. These beautiful Japanese drawers would be perfect for organising and storing my beads and treasures with the care they deserve.
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Frances Martin
Frances Martin lives in Te Matau-a-Māui with her partner and two children. They are the owners of The Martin House, an iconic Category One historic property that was designed by renowned Māori architect, John Scott.
