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From a colourful new jewellery collection to mini houses, spa wraps and a brilliant app, these are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 203.
1. Dima Pokrovsky’s Mini Houses
“Ukranian artist Dima Pokrovsky‘s miniature wooden houses have been inspired by colourful architecture from around the world,” says Features Editor Amelia Brown. “He creates intricate little art pieces that intimately depict the design and style of different buildings.”
Image credit: wooduliketoo on Etsy
2. Nach Bijoux at Maison Mara
“Cape Town-based concept store Maison Mara has just introduced French jewellery brand Nach Bijoux to its range of products, a fun summery collection of hand-made and hand-painted jewellery pieces,” says Online Editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.
Toucan with Palm Leaf, R1 800
Flamingo Bracelet, R2 400
Flamingo Earrings, R1 250
Toucan Bracelet, R1 800
Images: maisonmara.co.za
3. Smartify App Identifies Works From Museums Around the World
“The Smartify app has been called the Shazam of the art world,” says Content Producer Mary Garner. “It can help you recognise nearly any piece of art you come across, complete with a brief description and history.” Find and visit art museums in the city and stay inspired.
4. Mungo’s New Spa Wraps
“These spa wraps from Mungo form part of a brand-new summer range,” says Managing Editor Samantha Charles. “They are all individually woven from bamboo and cotton at Mungo’s mill in Plettenberg Bay.”
Image credit: mungo.co.za
5. New Annie Sloan Colour
“Annie Sloan has teamed up with Oxfam, the global poverty reduction charity, to create a new soft green paint colour,” says Social Media Manager Ashraf Booley. “A percentage from the sale of every litre pot sold will go to the charity to support Oxfam’s work.”
Image credit: oxfam.org.uk
