Monk House Design

NEW SITE!

2010-03-19T14:31:00.013+11:00

Exciting news!
We have a brand spankin' new website with an online store (gasp!)
and a new blog.

See you all over there!

www.monkhousedesign.com

Deborah Sweeney

2010-02-22T12:18:00.002+11:00

Granite Flycatcher dress and Skinny belt (also available in mustard)Berry Crocodile topBlack Zebra teeWhite Zebra teeGranite Stripe leggings

Wow! Can you believe it? Another new wonderful designer to welcome here at Monk House Design; the amazingly talented New Zealand designer Deborah Sweeney!! We have a small but beautiful collection from her AW10 collection, Oasis, in store now.

Skin and Threads new winter in store now!

2010-02-17T12:23:00.002+11:00

Warm and cosy 100% merino wool leggings, crew neck tops and roll neck tops are currently in Monk House Design. Even more exciting is S&T's new 100% cashmere range - so super soft!! Come on in and view these wonderful winter treats now!

New! AW10 Rittenhouse

2010-02-16T13:55:00.004+11:00

Rittenhouse Pirate Stripe tee and Navy Pinafore dress

Rittenhouse Ink Tab dress

Rittenhouse Ink Cropped Trench jacket

Rittenhouse Spring Anorak (available at MHD in Ink)

Bhalo

2010-02-12T13:08:00.012+11:00

It's with open arms that we welcome Bhalo to Monk House Design! Bhalo is a very special new label from Melbourne;

Hand made by a Fair Trade organisation that provides garment work for over 200 women in rural Bangladesh, successfully lifting them out of poverty.

These beautiful 100% silk scarfs are hand printed! Amazing!

Keep an eye out in store for more Bhalo amazingness arriving soon!!

It's back!

2010-01-14T12:44:00.003+11:00

The popular Vivienne Westwood Ultragirl Bow is back at Monk House Design...

SUPER SUMMER SALE

2010-01-12T21:49:00.006+11:00

Here at Monk House Design we are celebrating the new year and the warm weather with a super sale!

UP TO 50% OFF CURRENT CLOTHING
INCLUDING OUR FAVORITE LABELS:
SKIN AND THREADS - ST CLEMENTS
LEONARD ST - MAISE DENIM - KUWAII
PREAP & COUTTS - MARU - JOLET
- SUNDAY MORNING -
BOOGI - A NAME IS A LABEL

SALE ON NOW
Happy New Year!

p.s. Don't sweat it, we're air conditioned! Come in, say hi and keep cool.

Shop Hours and holiday time!

2009-12-22T16:34:00.007+11:00

We will be open almost everyday during the holiday period, so you must swing by and say hello!

Monk House Design will be open 11 - 6 everyday except for the following:
Thursday Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve: 11am - 2pm
Friday Dec. 25th, Christmas Day: CLOSED
Saturday Dec. 26th, Boxing Day: CLOSED
Monday Dec. 28th: CLOSED
Thursday Dec. 31st, New Years Eve: 11am - 2pm
Friday Jan. 1st, New Years Day: CLOSED

We will resume normal trading hours from Saturday 2nd Jan. 2010!
Have a very happy and safe Christmas and New Years! xo MHD

Last minute ideas!

2009-12-22T13:58:00.009+11:00

Just in case you're scratching your head, here are some treats in store now.

Gorgeous Beci Orpin blank notebooks! The perfect size to throw in your bag and write on the run.

The Melbourne Design Guide.. a must have for anyone and everyone, local or tourist!

Sweet little wooden Beci Orpin brooches.

Jasmine O'Hara beautiful stud earrings. These heart earrings are available in silver, oxidized (black) silver and 9ct rose gold.. for the one you love. *sigh*

House of Baulch mixed bling necklace. Worn doubled up (like pictured) or worn long, this necklace is like school on a weekday - all class.

Madz Has Runaway printed teatowels. You'll never need your diary while washing the dishes next year! Available in these pretty colours;

TMOD Pyramid earrings and Pyramid necklaces. Tuff but kind. Strong and sweet. All angle and all beautiful.

Beci Orpin coin purses, in the shape of a fox! Hmm, now that's smart.

St.Clements Multicoloured Conchord tunic.. the cutest no brainer dress for hot weather and a perfect throw-over togs!

Beci Orpin

2009-12-01T17:51:00.002+11:00

Beci Orpin folk face cushion

Beci Orpin's stunning new range of cushions, notebooks, purses and brooches are now available at Monk House Design. So sweet and so perfect for gifts.. just in time, hey?!

Beci Orpin folk bird cushion, folk rabbit and folk face notebooks and that brilliant blue leather fox coin purse are at Monk House Design.

Beci Orpin black&white signature print cushion along with the tan and black bear coin purses are in store now.

Swimmers for summer!

2009-11-24T16:47:00.004+11:00

Gorgeous new Rittenhouse Vintage One Piece swimsuits have just arrived at Monk House Design. These stunning swimmers even come with their own carry pouch! We have limited stock so come in and check 'em out before they're all snapped up.

mono.kultur issue #22

2009-11-10T17:29:00.006+11:00

The newest issue of mono.kultur has just landed at Monk House Design, featuring artist Ai Weiwei.

Ai Weiwei is widely viewed as the most important fine artist in China today. The outspoken critic of the political system in China gained widespread attention not only with his installations and projects for Documenta XII and Haus der Kunst, but also his architectural projects such as the Beijing Olympics Stadium and his social engagement.
With mono.kultur, Ai Weiwei talked about the fine arts boom in China, the mind games of architecture and why political activity can be a work of art.

We have also received a top up of issue #20 featuring Dries Van Noten and issue #21 featuring Tilda Swinton.

Hello sunshine

2009-11-06T13:33:00.006+11:00

Here's a sneaky sneak peek at the new Melissa shoes.. due any day now!

To find out EXACTLY when they arrive in store, email us and we'll pop your name on our mailing list. No sweat.

13.11.09 UPDATE: These babies are currently in store! Visit us to claim your own, before they all walk out the door.

House of Baulch

2009-10-15T16:34:00.004+11:00

We are so excited to be stocking House of Baulch jewellery and accessories. They are all such beautiful pieces... and there are more in store, but be quick it's already selling fast!

Just in...

2009-10-05T14:47:00.002+11:00

TMOD; Pyramid necklace in black and matte silver

We have just received a top-up of beautiful TMOD Hexagon chain necklaces as well as the stunning Cuprocking necklaces. In addition to these pieces we also received an amazing newbie, the pyramid necklace!!! These gorgeous triangle links are really spectacular - gotta check them out for yourself. You know where we are...

Clean, crisp and so totally cool

2009-09-24T10:53:00.005+10:00

Jolet; White Ans top with Moon Farrah shorts

Jolet's spring/summer range brings timeless pieces - ready to slip into everyone's wardrobe. Beautiful tanks, shorts, and skirts in clean neutral colours team well with everything and look strikingly fresh together. Come in and clean up.

Jolet; Kelp Koko top with Black Farrah shorts

Jolet; White Ans top with Black Farrah pants

Jolet; Kelp Koko dress

MASSIVE STUDIO SWEEP OUT SALE

2009-09-16T11:22:00.005+10:00

Ex-stock, samples and last season goodies from Leonard St, Monk House, Kuwaii, maru, A Name Is A Label, Chip Chop!, Preap & Coutts, Ammo, Since Grey, Boogi, Sunday Morning, Queen and MORE!

TWO DAYS ONLY
This weekend
Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th
9am - 5pm

at pop-up venue
173 Lygon Street, East Brunswick
near cnr Lygon & Glenlyon

Be there.
YAY!

Kuwaii!!

2009-09-10T11:50:00.005+10:00

Kuwaii; Unseen dress in chalk (also available in black)

Minimal, beautiful, classic yet playful pieces fill Kuwaii's current Spring/Summer collection. While the images here show a monochrome theme to the range, in store we have a few styles in an eye catching red rose colour, which is absolutely stunning! And there are more still to come! No wonder Kuwaii is one of our favorites....

Kuwaii; Convertible dress in ivory and black

Kuwaii; Dress in Motion in black (also available in rose)

Kuwaii; ANTI dress in black (also available in rose... which looks STUNNING!!!)

MAISE DENIM

2009-09-02T15:51:00.002+10:00

Yay, another new label at Monk House Design! Today we received a delivery of THE BEST denim jeans in town by Sydney label Maise. So summery, so soft... utterly adorable! These Marylebone jeans look even better in the flesh - come in a check them out, you will not be disappointed!

Surprise! It's RITTENHOUSE!

2009-08-28T13:43:00.002+10:00

Rittenhouse; Aless top and Bigger stripe skirt

Monk House Design is so happy to be stocking for the first time the amazing label Rittenhouse! We have a small range of beautiful items from their current collection (pictured here) in store now. We hope to offer you a bigger selection of their next range in the near future.. but for now, drop in and fall in love...

Rittenhouse; Peggy blouse and Skinny pants

Rittenhouse; Summer Liu dress and Kite bag

Layer up, layer down

2009-08-24T15:37:00.026+10:00

Skin & Threads; Pure cotton on-the-fold tank in Paradise

New Skin and Threads!! Here's a sample of what is in store now...

Skin & Threads; Pure cotton boat neck tee in Berlin

Skin and Threads;Organic Cotton Black Tuck front dress with Pure Cotton Gold Oversized Cardigan

Skin & Threads; Merino wool lounge room cardigan in Grey Marle

Spring Summer

2009-08-21T12:13:00.004+10:00

Preap & Coutts Polly skirt

Preap & Coutts new Spring Summer is starting to trickle into Monk House Design. Cute cute cute! These styles can been worn over/under stockings and tees while you're waiting for the weather to warm up. The days are getting longer... Spring is just around the corner!!

Preap & Coutts Cumulus Polka dot tee available in red and navy!

Preap & Coutts Perky dress

SNEAK PEEK

2009-08-18T12:46:00.004+10:00

Vivienne Westwood Lady Dragon Bow

Vivienne Westwood Ultragirl Bow

Vivienne Westwood Ultragirl Floc

Numa Red

Numa Black

Aranha 79 + Neon Gold

All of these fantastic melissa styles are due to arrive at Monk House Design first week of September!! If you would like to be in the know, join our mailing list - info@monkhousedesign.com - and you'll be first in.. best dressed!

SALE and other good news

2009-08-14T14:51:00.007+10:00

Here at Monk House Design we have decided to treat you all to
further reductions on EVERYTHING in store!

We are taking 10% off ALL items including already reduced stock, shoes, jewellery, books, accessories....
EVERYTHING!

But only until Wednesday 19th August, after which you can expect to see new Spring/Summer stock arrive... including some amazing labels new to Monk House Design!! Wowie.

mono.kultur

2009-08-03T14:00:00.000+10:00

mono.kultur magazine issue #21 - actress Tilda Swinton
and issue #20 - fashion designer Dries Van Noten only $14 each

mono.kultur - an amazing new magazine out of Berlin... now available at Monk House Design!! Best let them explain a little bit about themselves;

mono.kultur is a new interview magazine from Berlin. Questions and answers. Conversations with the interesting few. In full length and depth, extensive and unfiltered.

mono.kultur deals with art and culture – or rather with the people who make them happen. In the foreground is music, film, literature. And image. And architecture. And media. But behind them is a creative mind.

mono.kultur features one interview per issue, no more no less. Carefully selected and designed. No distractions, no gossip, no trendscouting. Instead we offer opinions, experiences, lives.

mono.kultur appears quarterly. In English for Germany and the rest of the world. Available in selected bookshops across Europe and beyond.

Maiden Voyage

2009-07-30T15:40:00.005+10:00

At a loss for plans tonight? Come along to No Vacancy Gallery, 34 - 40 Jane Bell Lane QV from 6 - 9, and celebrate the launch of Maiden Voyage - the debut publication from design collective A Thousand Shipwrecks. Have a beer and check out the work of 15 Melbourne artists. But don't fret if you can't make the launch, the book will be available at Monk House Design as of tomorrow! And it's only $15, that's a dollar for every artist. Bargain!

Morning Tea?

2009-07-28T17:14:00.005+10:00

Victoria Mason Sterling Silver Spoon, Tea Cup and Nice biscuit rings $66 each

Victoria Mason has just delivered THE most adorable rings we have ever laid our eyes on. A beautiful morning tea theme set - spoon, tea cup, Nice biscuit and tea bag (not pictured). They are available separately, but stack so well! How can you choose one without the others?? You'll have to be quick though.. these little beauties will sell so fast you may not have time to choose!

heather keiko

2009-07-21T16:09:00.007+10:00

Heather keiko reversible round felt necklace in orange & fuchsia pink

Colour! It's something you don't see a lot of during winter in Melbourne. But every drab black or grey winter outfit (as classy as it may be) could certainly do with one of these warm, bright and fun felt jewellery pieces by heather keiko. Hand-made and sewn by Australian textile designer Heather McDonald, these gorgeous bold tactile necklaces and bracelets are sure to warm your hearts.

Heather keiko reversible round felt necklace in orange (left) and lime green

Heather keiko felt 'mono-sorts' necklace in crimsion red

Heather keiko felt bracelets available in so many colours

Winter sale

2009-06-29T16:54:00.009+10:00

Some of our glorious winter stock has just been reduced by up to 30%

Alexi Freeman

2009-06-22T12:20:00.002+10:00

Alexi Freeman Disco cardi, dress and leggings

Alexi Freeman Oiled cotton Trench

Alexi Freeman has delighted us here at Monk House Design by delivering some beautiful treasures from his Criss Cross collection. Every piece is made via an amazing process and the results are stunning. Be captivated by slinky glittery disco pieces which wear with the wearer, creating your own unique garment. Or if perhaps you dislike washing clothes, treat yourself with an oil treated Trench.. fresh air will clean this number and keep you as dry as duck.

Alexi Freeman Criss Cross Bat dress

Alexi Freeman Disco Blouse with Criss Cross pencil skirt

Alexi Freeman Criss Cross Blazer and pencil skirt

So I gather...

2009-05-25T15:05:00.005+10:00

Monk House Gather dress available in soft steel

Beautiful new Monk House dresses, tops and skirts have just arrived in store! Available in black and a soft steel this second half of Monk House's winter range sees elegant lines, contrast coloured piping and flattering gathered pleats. Gorgeous for every figure, come in and 'gather' them up.

Monk House Gather top button detail on back

Monk House Gather dress...fully lined and with pockets!

Monk House Gather skirt

It's all Floc to me

2009-05-21T14:23:00.009+10:00

The long awaited new Ashanti ankle boot is now at Monk House Design!

Our melissa winter delivery is full of flocked goodness!

Melissa's "absolute winter favourite, no questions!!" NEW Ashanti ankle boot is at Monk House Design now in brown and red floc.

Also the popular winter staple design, Night, is back in black and red floc. Both Night and Ashanti look fabulous teamed with jeans for a casual look or glammed up with stockings and a dress. These styles are accompanying the select range of Vivienne Westwood designed melissa's in store now!

Wear it with clunk

2009-05-11T17:43:00.006+10:00

TMOD large and small Hex chains, available in matte silver, shiny silver and black

Turn Me On Design, TMOD, are the newest jewellery designers to join the ranks (and jewellery cabinets!) here at Monk House Design. These bold chunky hex chains from their classic collection, are brilliant statement pieces and look amazing with both dressy evening wear and casual outfits. What more could you ask for?

Wrap up

2009-04-16T14:37:00.004+10:00

Kyoko Stave scarf made from 100% lambswool, it can be worn as a shawl, wrap or scarf

Stunning scarves have arrived at Monk House Design from a new designer Kyoko. Each scarf has been felted and handwoven by the lovely lady herself in Melbourne and are made from 100% lambswool. They are so soft and warm, you'd be silly to go without one this winter!

Kyoko Bamboo scarf. Also available in Seaweed/Grey and Seaweed/black combinations

Kyoko Stave scarf is available in black and seaweed.

Happy Easter

2009-04-09T16:59:00.004+10:00

Image from Max Design 'n' Shit's new little book of illustrations only $8!!

All of us here at Monk House Design wish you a happy and safe Easter. Enjoy the holiday and eat plenty of chocolate, we will be!

EASTER TRADING HOURS
Good Friday - CLOSED
Easter Saturday - 11-6
Easter Sunday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - CLOSED

Back to our usual trading, 11 - 6 seven days, from Tues. 14th April

Coats, Jackets, Parkas

2009-04-08T14:33:00.004+10:00

Leonard St. teal wool lieutenant jacket

Woolly lieutenant coats, classic bombers, cropped leather jackets... Leonard St has a winter warmer for everyone's wardrobe. The lieutenant and bomber styles were so popular last year, they're back again in black wool and our favorite, teal wool! All of these styles featured are available at Monk House Design right now but hurry in, last year we sold out!!

Leonard St. black classic bomber jacket

Leonard St. black parka

Leonard St. cherry rizzo leather jacket

Welcome Jolet!

2009-03-27T14:41:00.003+11:00

Above; Jolet Hoffman black leather jacket (arriving soon)

Monk House Design has a brand new label in store now, Jolet! Locally designed and made, Jolet's range of fitted wool tops and dresses, scrunch vests and high waisted pants are uniquely Melbourne. And, like most of our designers, Jolet has only made a small number of these items. You won't see millions of women walking around in these stunning designs, but you will have to be quick to make sure you don't miss out!

Jolet Madam Pompidou shirt/dress

Jolet Nicholson dress black (also available in cloud grey and dijon gold)

P&C to boot!

2009-03-20T13:56:00.008+11:00

Preap & Coutts; Patrial top red and Crucial black pants.

Preap and Coutts have JUST swung by with an arm load of winter treats for you. The Winter 09 range reveals inspired and supremely versatile pieces, with playful contours and colourful contradictions throughout. These Melbourne girls have an eye for detail and a flare for fun, making you feel and look as cute as a button in their designs.

Preap & Coutts; Cadet black wool skirt.

Preap & Coutts; Crossing dress.

Preap & Coutts; Coco Rina black skirt (Pear leather hooded bolero pictured here is arriving shortly!!)

Warm your bones

2009-03-20T12:42:00.008+11:00

Skin and Threads; Black long sleeve crew neck top $120.

Winter stock has started to trickle into Monk House Design. First cab off the rank and onto the racks is Skin and Threads. Wonderful, warm, 100% pure merino wool items are in store now.
We have roll necks, vests, crew neck tops and of course, cardigans in hues of midnight blue, greys and black. Perfect to layer with other colours of the season; warm reds, greens and gold.

Skin and Threads; Roll neck jumper (available in black)$150.

Skin and Threads; Lounge Room cardigan (available in midnight blue, black & soft grey) $140. Also in store, Skin and Threads Bedroom cardigan (not pictured) available in midnight and black $170.

Vivienne Westwood meets Melissa at Monk House

2009-02-11T13:55:00.013+11:00

Melissa; the adorable and astoundingly comfortable Mary Jane heel
(a Westwood signature style) is available at Monk House in red and black.

When I first heard about the collaboration between Vivienne Westwood and Melissa, I thought all my Christmas' had come at once. But now, our first delivery of Vivienne Westwoods have arrived in store and they are unimaginably stunning!
Hurry in and be blown away yourself, we have a hunch these little babies will definitely sell out.

Melissa; these traffic stopping Three Strap flatties are available in white

and caramel, imagine how great they'd look paired with some opaques!

Will you be my.. Valentine?

2009-02-10T14:02:00.005+11:00

Rose's are red,
Violet's are blue,
Here are some great Valentine's gifts,
(So you'll never be stuck in the p..)
For that special one to give to you!!

Above; Emma Grace Heart Ring.
Below; Oväme Valentine's gift set which includes Rose Geranium
body lotion, Organic Sugar scrub and Bath and body oil.

Above; Hannah Rose Scallop Vases and Ink pots, perfect for posies.
Below; Melissa Red Love Fu.

Don't melt!

2009-01-30T11:41:00.005+11:00

WE ARE AIR CONDITIONED!

Come to Monk House Design and escape the heat, surround yourself with gorgeous independent designer delights and cool down. I promise you will leave inspired and refreshed!

Monk House Design is open 7 days a week
11am - 6pm
Monday - Sunday

Image found at Wooster Collective

Monk House - Nip Tuck

2009-01-27T12:15:00.005+11:00

Now I know we are almost at the end of the Spring/Summer season, but just in case you haven't been into Monk House Design... here is our house label, Monk House!
Influenced by the tucks and folds to enhance one's shape (á la plastic surgery!) the Nip/Tuck range truly molds a fabulous shape from every body. The range is currently on sale, so stop hesitating... come into Monk House Design today.

Above left; Nip Tuck top with Nip Tuck skirt.
Above right; Nip Tuck dress over Hip Hop Scoop tee.
Below left; Pinafore over Hip Hop Scoop tee. Below right; Pinafore from back.

Above right; Black Hoodie over Hip Hop Scoop dress.
Above left; Hip Hop Scoop dress
Below; Hip Hop Scoop dress from back.

Hungry?

2009-01-20T16:28:00.005+11:00

Third Drawer Down have expanded their domestic art range and created the ultimate must-have item at Monk House Design; Emma Magenta and Kat Macleod limited edition plates! Beautifully packaged in simple pine boxes, each plate is signed and each edition is numbered. They're so gorgeous you'll want to lick your plate clean after each meal, but I suggest you keep your manners and hang these ceramic plates!

Above: Kat Macleod 'Blessed' Ceramic Plate.
Below: Emma Magenta 'She Danced' Ceramic Plate and it's pine box.
Below, below: Limited edition details on the back of 'Blessed'

Let the sales begin!

2009-01-09T12:44:00.007+11:00

Happy New Year! Monk House Design is bringing in the new year with a treat just for you. Right now, almost all summer clothing at Monk House Design has been reduced.
There are HEAPS of bargains, 10% to 40% off!!
Leonard St, A Name Is A Label, Kuwaii, Ammo, Queen, Preap & Coutts, Love, Maru, Sunday Morning, Monk House, Jitske and Skin & Threads have all been reduced. Come in and snap up a bargain, there are still plenty of summer days ahead!

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-22T15:26:00.012+11:00

We will be open pretty much every day through the Christmas and New Years period while most of you will be on holidays, so pop in and say hi! Monk House Design wishes you a happy and safe Christmas and New Years, see you in the shop soon!

Open 11-6 every day except for the following:

Wednesday Dec. 24th, Christmas Eve: 11am - 2pm
Thursday Dec. 25th, Christmas Day: CLOSED
Friday Dec. 26th, Boxing Day: CLOSED
-
Wednesday Dec. 31th, New Years Eve: 11am - 2pm
Thursday Jan. 1st, New Years Day: CLOSED

Gorgeous summer party dresses above left; Ammo Green Floret dress with Precious Porcelain necklace. Above right; Kuwaii Red/Orange Jeanne Claude dress with Limedrop Crossbones necklace.

Gift ideas part 5 - $200 and under

2008-12-12T16:40:00.004+11:00

The final post for our Gift ideas section! Here we have a few suggested gift items for $200 and under. It has been rather fun finding treasures for every budget! Many pieces haven't featured on the blog before and, as I'm sure you know, this is only a sneak peek at some of the great jewellery and accessories at Monk House Design. Pop by to check out all of our other wonderful stock, I'll help you find the perfect gift!!

Clockwise from top left; All tote/backpack, Precious Porcelain Doughnut #2 necklace, Victoria Mason Red Sharpening necklace, Leonard St. Cha Cha lace ups.

Gift ideas part 4 - $100 and under

2008-12-12T14:35:00.003+11:00

With just one more post to finish up our Gift ideas at Monk House Design, here are some specially selected items for $100 and under!! Most of these gift ideas are well and truly under $100.. come on in and have a peek!

Clockwise from top left; 'Road Trip' set of 3 photos by Justine Ellis, Emma Grace silver stags and wings stud earrings, Hannah Rose bird milk jars and white watch by Karim Rashid for Melissa.

Gift ideas part 3 - $50 and under

2008-12-11T14:48:00.006+11:00

Gorgeous gift ideas for budgets of $50 or under!! Beautiful jewellery (you can never have too much!), journals, notebooks, pillowcases... this is just a taste of what's at Monk House Design now.

Clockwise from top left; Love lovebird earrings (also available in silver), Jasmine O'Hara star and drop earrings in silver and oxidised silver, Studio Matador Unfinished and Unpublished notebooks and Sunday Morning pillowcases featuring Dylan Martorell's illustrations.

Gift ideas part 2 - $30 and under

2008-12-09T17:17:00.000+11:00

Here we have part 2 of our 5 part Gift ideas from Monk House Design! All items are $30 or under and are perfect additional gifts or bits and bobs to complete your Christmas party outfit. And speaking of Christmas party outfits, we have amazing clothing in store right now!! Perfect party dresses and outfits to keep you going throughout summer!

Clockwise from top left; Hannah Rose hand-made pocket notebooks, Madz Has Runaway Babushka brooches, Michi Girl Like I give a frock, Maru acrylic stud earrings, Oväme Body Scrub.

Gift ideas part 1 - $15 and under

2008-12-09T16:08:00.000+11:00

It is the silly season and if you are anything like me, it starts getting hard remembering what to buy for family and friends all the while trying not to blow all your hard earned cash! Well, I am here to help and have popped together a range of gift ideas from Monk House Design for every budget!! All these items below are $15 or under and are great for kris kringles, stocking fillers or as just a little something for someone.

Clockwise from top left; Oväme Soaps, Sunday Morning 'This belongs to...' sticker set, Third Drawer Down Decal art, book A Forest by Marc Martin.

Deck the halls.....

2008-12-08T17:33:00.000+11:00

Max Design 'n' shit has delivered a range of wood hand-cut cut-outs to us this week!! Featuring his quirky illustrations these cut outs look fantastic hung or simply leaning against a wall. Something different to deck your halls with!

Jewellery junkie

2008-12-04T14:26:00.000+11:00

Now that we're all pulling out our summer dresses and getting ready to show some skin, it's the perfect time to to adorn yourself in gorgeous jewellery. And really, you just can't go past Victoria Mason's beautiful necklaces and earrings. Inspired by domestic scatterings, Victoria's silver cast pencil sharpening and tape measure heart necklaces are utterly stunning!

Above: Blue Sharpening necklace (also available in red)
Below, clockwise from left: Nice biscuit earrings, teacup earrings, good scissors earrings and spoon earrings

Below: Tape Measure Heart necklace

Summer Slingbacks!

2008-11-26T11:47:00.001+11:00

Melissa shoes have arrived at Monk House just in time for summer. The 'ever evolving' ultragirl is now a slingback! We have them available in a striking gold matte and classic black gloss (pictured above). Very sleek!
But wait... we also have two more brand new styles! Zen Girl is another slingback style flattie available in black, red and blue. These pretty shoes come with a little detachable bow and the red and blue styles have a beautiful Japanese pattern on the in sole.
And lastly, the most comfortable thong you will ever pop on your feet, Love Fu! Available in black and red, these super spongy thongs are so cute!!
Time to sit back and throw a gin back in your new slingbacks! Cheers to that!

No ordinary art

2008-11-25T14:09:00.001+11:00

Third Drawer Down is not your ordinary art... nor your ordinary tea towel! By combining the two, Third Drawer Down brings art in to your everyday life. We currently have these beautiful limited edition tea towels at Monk House Design. Don't be subtle, buy one for that special someone in your life who never does the dishes!!

Above, 'Hairy Lady' by Swedish artist Camilla Engman and below 'Eastern Bloc Swimsuit' by Australian artist Emma Magenta.

'Crumbs In Beard' by Australian artist Katherine Brickman:

Remember Letraset? Remember slaving away over giant poster projects during Primary school, worried about your hideous handwriting? Remember when the trusty transfer fonts came to your rescue, only to expose your hideous spelling? Perhaps that was just me......

Well, should you have a desire to re-live your childhood, Third Drawer Down have created Decalart Mania! All the fun of a Letraset transfer, the beauty of Kat Macleod and Camilla Engman's illustrations and the practicality of domestic art. Rubs onto almost any surface, paper, wood, metal, acrylic, ceramic, mirrors, glass, tiles, walls, furniture... you name it! A great way to add a little somethin' somethin' to any object in your house.

Pretty in print

2008-11-20T12:50:00.001+11:00

Fresh from the computer and onto the page, Michi has made her debut, straight into the hands, laps, coffee tables, night stands and hand bags of many a fashionable girl. Right now, she is gracing the edge of Monk House Design's jewellery cabinet, sitting very still, legs crossed, staring out at the street.
Like I give a frock is Michi Girl's first foray into the book world. Brought to life by besties Chloe Quigley and Daniel Pollock, illustrated by Kat Macleod and designed by Simone Elder (what a great entourage to have by your side!) she can now be yours!!
Like I give a frock is filled with fashion forecasts, wit and advice that will leave you chuckling for days. Come into Monk House and pick her up... you will find it hard to put her down!!

Gift card thrills

2008-11-19T17:04:00.001+11:00

This week at Monk House Design we are stocking up on wonderful items perfect for gifts (you know Christmas is only 35 days away!!!!) To accompany them we have a new range of gift cards by Anamiro. The gift cards are 'Envirocare 100% Recycled', manufactured entirely from waste paper, they're acid free and elemental chlorine free too. Not to mention the beautiful cover designs!
Stay tuned for further posts on new goodies arriving (our Melissa summer delivery is only days away!!) or pop in to the shop and see them get unpacked!! We also have summer dresses from Leonard St, Preap & Coutts and the new Monk House range in store now. See you soon!!

Above: mini cards with mini hearts in the shape of mini snowflakes... so cute!!

'Birds in tree' card above, and below a perfect multipurpose 'Plantlife pattern' card for any occasion in silver, bronze and gold.

New & Used

2008-10-17T16:40:00.001+11:00

We are so excited to have in stock the newest Perfect Black Swan project, New & Used. A beautiful collaboration of TB Hemingway's (aka Toby Burke) short stories and Warwick Baker's photography from their exploration of the deserts of California and Arizona earlier this year. This stunning project has followed their debut collaboration, CD project titled '1' (also available at Monk House Design!).

Tree Ring Circus, CA

Restroom, AZ

Sleep on it!

2008-10-01T13:06:00.001+10:00

The clever girls at Sunday Morning must have known how much I love my Sunday morning sleep in! They have once again used stunning illustrations from the talented Dylan Martorell and made the softest pillow cases you will ever lay your weary head on! Available in a spectrum of colours, a set of two cases feature one owl pillow case and one forest pillow case.
Now I wonder if they'll notice my disdain for ironing and whip up something wonderful to press the creases out of my life!

A Place Tells a Story

2008-10-01T12:15:00.002+10:00

Local independent publishers And Collective have produced their fourth book, A Place Tells a Story. A beautiful book and CD project which explores notions of place and community. Featuring visual art, text, music and artefact from 24 Melbourne artists including: Warwick Baker, Mandy Ord, Tom Civil, Olso Davis, Lee Memorial, Lou Smith, Perfect Black Swan and Kyle de Kuijer.
Available now here at Monk House Design this book is the perfect gift for everyone you know!

text: Brigid McCarthy, photo: Justine Ellis

text & photo: Meg Mundell

images: Kubota Fumikazu

illustrations & text: Olso Davis

Pinch yourself

2008-10-01T12:03:00.000+10:00

Hannah Rose has really out done herself with this new collection of beautiful porcelain jug sets and milk jars to accompany her rosette sets (previously mentioned on this blog in July). Gorgeous hand drawn flocks of birds adorn the milk jars. Perfect to use as a vase, to hold pencils or to simply be your milk jar when holding tea parties! How delightful!

New: Precious Love and MELISSA!!!

2008-09-12T16:14:00.000+10:00

Loads of deliveries have arrived this week and we are so excited to show you new goodies!
Melissa has delivered a taste of summer, gorgeous sandals which can still be paired with stockings.. just until the cold mornings disappear!

Precious Porcelain have stocked us up with gorgeous angle pins! A classy addition to any outfit.

And we have truck loads of brand new Love jewellery! Wonderful anodised aluminium designs including a bicycle with moving wheels, red and blue polka dot umbrellas and graph paper print clouds! Perfect gifts for friends or a treat for yourself.

Spring has sprung!

2008-09-02T17:21:00.000+10:00

Ahhh, let the sun shine in... it's SPRING! And here at Monk House Design, we have more wonderful stock! New Leonard St. has arrived in beautiful shades of Pigeon blues, lemon yellows and berry reds. Sweet tees with prints of pandas and owls are perfectly matched with high waisted skirts. Come in and check out the full range, it's sure to bring a smile to your dial and put a spring in your step!

Keep your boots on!

2008-08-15T15:25:00.001+10:00

How cute are these little ankle boots from Keep? These warm, water-proof boots are the most practical and stylish shoe to go splish splashing about town in. Available in Red and Black they'll suit many a lady sporting a duffel coat and umbrella!

Sweet Sunday Mornings

2008-08-14T17:48:00.000+10:00

For me, the perfect Sunday morning is a sleep in with breakfast in bed. But now your Sunday morning (and every other day!) can become just a little brighter with this new stationary collection from those girls who do mornings best, Sunday Morning!

Gorgeous illustrations from Dylan Martorell cover exercise books and these pretty little stickers from Sunday Morning. Hark back to your childhood and claim what is yours!

It's all in a name

2008-07-30T17:42:00.000+10:00

A Name Is a Label have delighted us this week with an early-bird spring delivery! It's a fantastic colourful range of one-off pieces that have been made to layer up or down. Add an explosion to your wardrobe!

Back In Black

2008-07-22T14:38:00.001+10:00

A top-up of Skin and Threads Pure Merino wool cardigans, crew necks and roll necks have just arrived at Monk House Design! These beautiful non-itch garments sold out so quickly first time, so hurry in before they disappear again.

Savvy Savag

2008-07-16T13:27:00.000+10:00

A new addition to Monk House Design's range of shoes, we'd love to introduce you to Savag. Made in Melbourne, these gorgeous leather lovelies are reminiscent of the classic dance shoe and are available in black patent leather and silver (above) as well as six other colours which can be made to order. Oh, and they're unisex... time to bring the boys in!

SALE TIME!!

2008-07-08T14:47:00.000+10:00

Look at all of these beautiful clothes! All reduced! Yes, it's that time when winter is in full swing and the sales begin. Almost all of our designers are currently on sale, so come in and snag yourself a bargain.. up to 50% off!

Hannah Rose and her Rosettes...

2008-07-02T15:58:00.000+10:00

NEW AT MONK HOUSE DESIGN!
Crafty little local, Hannah Rose, has made beautiful delicate porcelain rosette cup sets - exclusively for us!! The gorgeous vessels are lovingly handmade, each one unique in it's size and shape, allowing for multiple uses.
They look particularly magnificent when held up to light and the fine bone-like porcelain is visible. The price of each set (of 3) vary, so come in and take your favorite one home now, before someone else does!

Purple rain

2008-05-29T17:34:00.000+10:00

Last week we were gripped by scarlet fever over Melissa's Joy lace up brogue. This week we are filled with happiness as we receive Melissa's Happy flats. Available in black and purple, the little bow is clipped on so you can choose to wear with or without! These deep purple beauties are something Prince would approve of!

Scarlett Fever

2008-05-19T13:39:00.000+10:00

Happy Happy Joy Joy!!!

We are so excited to have received the first delivery from Melissa's high winter range. These 80's brogue inspired shoes also come in a black high gloss and are so comfy you could spend all night dancing in them!

House label, Monk House has whipped up a range of cute pussy bow Wool Crepe Dresses. Perfect for work and weekends this dress looks amazing on everyone!

We also have in store Preap and Coutts Red Confess Hood Coat, as featured in Michi Girl's A2 column. Fully lined and 100% Wool, this is the coat you will never want to take off.
Come in to Monk House and see what else we have in store, there are so many treats!

A Forest

2008-05-01T12:22:00.002+10:00

Melbourne artist/designer Marc Martin has produced an amazing book of colour, illustration and design, titled 'A Forest'. Printed in Melbourne on 100% recycled paper, using vegetable based inks, the book's fable tells one of over-development and the importance of environmental care. Stunning watercolours and texta illustrations make this book a beautiful gift, whatever your age! And at $15 it's an absolute bargain!

Pretty Bling

2008-04-18T17:20:00.001+10:00

Ok, so it might not be 'Bling' bling... but it's preettty pretty!! Yes, it is jewellery season here at Monk House and we have some beautiful items for you to add a little something to your dark, warm and woolly garments. Madz Has Runaway and delivered a fresh batch of colourful resin bracelets, rrp $48 (sml) $55 (lge).

We also have a new range of sterling silver Squadron Necklaces and Earrings from Jasmine O'Hara. Flight of fancy? yes please!

Boy On Bike has also been busy whipping up these porcelain delights. Wrap yourself up, and finish it off with a bow..necklace!

Melissa shoes and more delights!!

2008-03-26T12:52:00.000+11:00

These little beauties arrived last week, the gorgeous ultragirl peep toes and the sweet high-gloss night shoes.

We have also just received a warm bundle of winter woolly coordinates from Skin and Threads, Ammo's cosy winter cardigans and jumpers and Maru's stripe tops and button skirts.

So much beautiful new stock to fill your wardrobes with!!!

Winter here we come....

2008-02-28T15:56:00.000+11:00

Ok, so today is a particularly wintry day with a top of 19. It makes the arrival of winter stock seem acceptable… necessary even! This reminder of weather to come is perfect as this week we have received our first winter ’08 deliveries.

Latest arrivals include a beautiful collection of Skin and Threads organic cotton tops, both short and long sleeved, just the thing for layering!

And gorgeous new shirts and dresses from Leonard St. featuring a sweet Bat print also new skirts and pants in indigo and black twill cottons:

We are also eagerly anticipating stunning new stock from Maru, arriving early March, and the magnificent label (new to us!) Preap and Coutts will be in store early April. With many more brand new winter stock to arrive, you must swing by and check it all out!!

Welcome!

2008-02-27T14:25:00.000+11:00

Hello and welcome to Monk House Design's little blog to keep you updated with new pretty things arriving in store, Monk House events and all other shop related news!