All things bright and beautiful! Globally sourced, handmade, unique, ethical and irresistible. Specialising in French imports, textiles, whimsy and whatnot.
We adore our locals and our visitors from near and far. Selling only that which brings joy to our hearts, we hope to bring cheer and colour to yours.

Made by hand in Tathra, NSW Australia. Each piece is unique, hand-formed and hand painted. Cassandra's style has been heavily influenced by her life in France where she resided for 12 years. Currently Cassandra works from her studio in Tathra Australia.

I have lived on four continents where I wandered the dusty markets, traveled on safaris, on trains, and on unsafe planes, sourcing the ‘unusual’ to bring to you. I now bring my unique designs of beads and silver jewelry with history to your door.

Gilles - Mid-Century Modern Artisan
Gilles is a master craftsman with a deep passion for mid-century modern furniture. He brings timeless design back to life, carefully restoring and fabricating pieces that celebrate the elegance and craftsmanship of the 1950s and '60s.
With an eye for detail and a hands-on approach, Gilles sources original furniture, repairing and refinishing each piece to highlight its classic lines and functionality. Beyond restoration, he also fabricates custom designs inspired by the mid-century aesthetic, blending traditional techniques with a modern sensibility. His work reflects a commitment to quality, sustainability, and the belief that great design should be both beautiful and enduring.

Our aim is to present to you the things we love, and we want you to find a treasure whilst enjoying the atmosphere of our venue.
From exquisite handmade Moroccan jewellery, bags, scarves, vintage silk clothing and much, much more.
Our space will be forever changing and evolving. Come and experience the Mechanics!

My love for hats came at a young age.
My mum is an amazing dressmaker, so being surrounded my textiles and craft has been with me my entire life. Mum also learnt millinery and has passed on the skills that I use today.
Traditionally made hats, using age old shaping techniques, hand stitching and leather work is what creates these beautiful pieces.

My artistic practice in the past few years has been influenced by the isolation of lockdown and global environmental crisis as well as personal narratives of loss and belonging. I am always concerned with the complexities of interpersonal attachments and a lot of my work relates my own experiences navigating connection, romance, love, and the subsequent heartbreak on both personal and global landscapes.
At the moment, I’m super inspired by gothic and catholic iconography as well as Mexican arts, in particular the concepts of Ex- voto {tiny offerings placed before a saint when seeking to bring about recovery, ward off disease or prevent calamity or where the worshiper wishes to give thanks for such occurrences}.
I have developed a deep appreciation for ornate and elaborate depictions of the feminine and sacredness; the more embellished the better! I have been finding creating decorative work in this repetitive, mimetic way soothing in the face of external turmoil.

At The Trove & the road less troved we specialise in sourcing unique and hard to find antique and vintage pieces. We seek out iconic objects that appeal to people who are looking for something “a little bit different” to decorate their home or adorn themselves.
The concept of reusing, renewing and repurposing is part of our business philosophy. Our collection is eclectic but thoughtfully selected and curated. We gather items on our travels from around the world and within Australia.

I have been a maker, painter & drawer all of my life. I have taught at primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. I have exhibited nationally and internationally. I studied at the city art institute in Sydney and Canberra School of Art.
I rely on my life experiences to inform my work. A migrant child, I was born in Holland. I was schooled in the Australian Irish Catholic tradition and have travelled extensively.
I work intuitively and attempt to let the material lead me rather than impose consciously. I love exploring and pushing my own creative boundaries in whatever field I’m working in at the time.

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