A Plastic-Free Way of Life- Be Part Of The Change

Posted on December 8, 2020December 8, 2020 by AVRIL Charles

Do you think it’s possible living a plastic-free life? Here are a few ways to help you take a new approach.

Zero waste living comes with a conscious effort. We live in a world controlled by plastic packaging and changing the lifestyle or habits would take tremendous effort.

The future generation needs to see a plastic-free environment and in order for that to happen, small changes need to be implemented now. Plastic-free comes with an added cost, yet using these products enables you to take a step by step approach towards zero-waste living.

Residing without waste doesn’t suggest you need to stay without life’s luxuries, it’s merely a method of greater awareness of your choices. By saving money on wasteful expenditures you eventually reduce your own environmental footprint, and you would be doing yourself a favour.

Wooden Christmas Tree from One Two Tree Designs — Plastic- Free Living

Here are 10 ways you can go plastic-free

Say no to plastic bags
Shop for environment-friendly products
Buy wooden/ handmade toys for kids
Give up plastic bottled water and carry your own reusable bottle
Shop from your local manufacturers
Shop for plastic-free presents
Encourage a plastic-free Christmas tree
Plan plastic-free birthdays and return gifts
Preserve food without plastic
Use plastic-free cookware

It is equally important for children to get involved and understand the process of plastic-free living and encourage eco-friendly habits as they grow older. This practice starts at home and hence involving them in hands-on activities is a way of teaching them.

Plastic- Free Playhouse Treasure Board in Omri's Room - One Two Tree Designs — Handmade Treasure Board for kids

You can streamline your life by streamlining your shopping list and what you embrace inside your home. You will find that you have more time to do the things that matter as a result.

You will also help solve the flourishing plastic epidemic of our world by refusing to buy items stored in single-use plastic. It really is a great start to living a plastic-free way of life.

The love for handcrafted decorations

Posted on November 27, 2020November 27, 2020 by AVRIL Charles

Wooden Christmas Tree with Golden Star Topper and Baubles Ornament - Modern Tree Decorations by One Two Tree Designs — OUR SMALL ONE TWO TREE WITH A HAND MADE WOODEN STAR & HANGING BAUBLES

While we set foot into the holiday season, we want to interact with people and connect with things that make us happy and feel cheerful. Christmas is one festive season that depicts lights, candles, handcrafted decorations, sharing meals with the family, and waiting for Santa to arrive. All of these invoke strong childhood feelings.

As we unwrap the Christmas decorations from the previous year, it leads us to a pathway of emotions of excitement. The bittersweet nostalgia brings back fond memories of family gatherings, unwrapping gifts together, putting up decorations, cooking together, and a lot more.

So the joy is extended by putting up those Christmas decorations early and feeling the spirit of Christmas.

This season we can make it a lot more special by adding more decorations to our existing collection. We can buy handmade decorations that would last us over time.

Remember when you purchased a product that lasted so long and you kept telling your friends and family about it? Yes, that is the story of handcrafted products. The material withstands the time and will last you years together and you know that you have made a good purchase.

Also, recent times have only shown us how technology can replace skilled workers with machines this also means that when we support skilled work we are supporting local production which is good for the community and breaks away from machine-made goods. This also works well for the environment.

Handcrafted decorations are unique and each product has a unique difference. A lot of our products are personalized and made according to your specifications with a whole lot of love and care in Australia.

Eco-friendly products encourage natural and organic decorations. You will also be contributing to the sustainability of the environment.
So let’s go green this season and make it a Christmas to remember!

What will Christmas 2020 look like?

Posted on November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 by onetwoadmin

2020 will go down in history as one of the hardest and most talked-about years in our lifetime. Most of us have never experienced a pandemic, nor have ever been told to stay home, isolate and stay away from our friends and families. As the seasons have passed, we are still very much on high alert, the worry and fear are still present within our communities and our global and Australian borders are still not fully open for us to freely visit our loved ones afar, so what will Christmas 2020 look like?

Before we all fly off the handle in despair lets embrace how we can turn this frown upside down. Yes, Christmas 2020 is going to be a lot different. Sure maybe drinks at our neighbour’s this year might be cancelled, the highly anticipated Christmas staff party will be on zoom and our children’s kindergarten end of year concerts scrapped but we can still rejoice by appreciating the little things and keeping it so very simple and, of course, eco friendly.

Modern Design Wooden Christmas Trees by One Two Tree Designs

Christmas in December is one month that everyone looks forward to and it remains to be the most beautiful time of the year. With only 36 days until Christmas, the COUNTDOWN has finally begun.

Santa Wooden decorations One Two Tree designs

While we are mostly all at home and we have an immense amount of time on our hands to really plan our Christmas 2020, it might just be the most organised yet! Why not decorate the house from head to toe, start dog marking your Christmas pudding recipes, drafting your Christmas playlists, pre-order the seafood and the ham and above all top up on quality time with the family that you can see, they will be the most rewarding memories yet.

Happiness will be found in simple things and that goes hand in hand with buying your very own Christmas Tree and putting up your favourite decorations.

Why not make this Christmas eco friendly? One Two Tree offers you a Christmas tree which is handcrafted and made sustainably in Australia. Get a lovely wooden tree from https://onetwotree.com.au/ this December which will last you year after year and you can decorate any way you want.

Introducing our new Wooden Open/ Closed Signs

Posted on November 17, 2017November 7, 2017 by onetwoadmin

If you were a fan of our Message Boards, have we got something for you— introducing our new Open/ Closed signs! As you all know, we’ve recently relocated to Precinct 75; and with our new studio now able to accomodate walk-in customers, we realised how necessary it was to have to have a sign that clearly stated whether or not we were open.

Our Open/ Closed Signs are designed with both convenience and style in mind. With the plaques carved with ‘Open’ and ‘Closed’ on either side, they can be easily flipped to display whichever word suits. It also comes with a optional woven rope, giving you the option to either hang the sign up on your storefront, or have it sit pretty on the counter of your business. Like all our other products, these signs are sustainable and lovingly handcrafted in Australia using only premium Australian hoop pine plywood.

In terms of style, we wanted to stick to our roots and keep it simple. We specifically designed our Open/ Closed signs with a minimalist aesthetic, so that it’ll be sure to fit in with any existing decor. Whether you’re running a cutesy artisan store, a tranquil yoga studio, or even a modern hairdressing salon, our Open/ Closed signs will be a superb display piece.

We’re also thinking of designing a ‘Back in 15’ sign, so if this is something that you’d be interested in, give us a shout— we’d love to hear from you!

You’re invited to Precinct 75 Summer Pop-Up

Posted on November 7, 2017November 16, 2017 by onetwoadmin

Nothing says summer like taking a breezy stroll down a weekend market— sun on your face, sangria in hand, live music playing in the background. If this sounds like your ideal day out, then we’ve got you covered.

Over two weekends in November and December, the grounds of Precinct 75 will transform into a festival-style summer pop-up event. A full stomach makes a happy heart, and with lots of food and drink from local tastemakers like Rice Pantry, Buttercream Bakery, Sample Roasters, and the one and only Urban Winery, you’ll have enough grub to keep you grinning and satisfied.

There will also be designer workshops running throughout the summer pop-up. Never able to keep your cacti alive? Well, The Plant Society will be going through the ABCs of caring for your indoor plants. There will also be makeup tutorials by Mecca Cosmetica and book-signings by no other than Mr Jason Grant himself. And we’ve not forgotten about entertainment for the youngins. Think, a huge bouncy castle and endless face painting sessions to keep them well and truly occupied.

However, the cherry on top is perhaps the vast array of artisan designers that will be participating in this spectacular summer pop-up. One Two Tree will set up shop at suite 5.01, alongside a raft of homeware and fashion brands, including Uashmama, Flash Camp, Design Twins, Inartisan, Pony Rider, Bird and Knoll, Bobbie Dogs, Byron Bay Hanging Chair s, Major Minor, Bondi Wash, MJG by Mr Jason Grant and Addition Studio.

With Christmas just around the corner, the summer pop-up is the perfect opportunity to come down and pick up some unique Christmas gifts for your loved ones. There will also be lots of entertainment and good vibes all round, so don’t hesitate to bring the whole family along and make a day of it!

See you there!

Details for the Summer Pop-up:

Where?
Precinct 75
75 Mary St.
St. Peters, NSW 2044

When?
November
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th, 10am – 5pm

Easy as One Two Tree with Mikaela from @mowgliandthebear_

Posted on October 11, 2017October 12, 2017 by onetwoadmin

Our Playhouse Treasure Board is one of the most loved items from our collection, and what’s there not to love about it? Beautifully cut into the shape of a modern house, it acts as the perfect blank canvas for your youngin’s imagination to fill.

Despite how sophisticated the finished product looks, you won’t believe how effortless it is to assemble. With just a few slips and slides, the pieces of plywood will easily fit together to become your very own Treasure Board— no power tools required! We love that the simplicity of the assembly not only means that it’ll leave you with heaps of time to decorate your Playhouse Treasure Board to your heart’s content, but it also means that you will be able get your whole family involved for a little fuss-free DIY project!

We caught up with Mikaela, better known as @mowgliandthebear_, to find out how she chose to style her Playhouse Treasure Board.

What stood out about the Playhouse Treasure Board? Why did you think it best suited your family?

I have been looking for a shelf for Omri’s room for some time. I love the playful and fun nature of the playhouse treasure board. I particularly love that it can be styled and restyled again and again and change as Omri grows, which is why I chose it over a piece of art. I can imagine that the board will be a space where he can express his interests; that it may one day hold dinosaurs or diggers. I also am thinking I will create an event calendar with the board for the boys to count down to Christmas.

Tell us about the assembly of the product— was it difficult to do?

I loved how simple the Treasure Board was to put together. I usually have to wait for my hubby to put things together, but this board required no tools and was almost like a jigsaw. I was able to put it together myself with Kemba handing me each piece easily.

What did you think about the quality of the product?

The Playhouse Treasure Board is very good quality, each piece fits together perfectly. The shelves are stable and each join is neat. It will be a piece that will remain with the boys for their entire childhood.

How did you choose where to place the Treasure Board in your children’s bedroom and how to dress it up?

Omri’s room is quite small so there were only two real spots that would work for placing the treasure board. I got my husband to hold the board up in both places, and we finally decided on its location alongside the other shelving as we felt that it really fit that space well.

Could you share some styling tips with our readers?

At the moment I have styled the treasure board with wooden toys in natural and muted tones that match with the décor and feel of Omri’s room (A combination of pinch toys, captain cash cacti and love tildy). I prefer simple styles of items with similar tones, and empty space rather than crowding.

New Location at Precinct 75

Posted on September 14, 2017October 12, 2017 by onetwoadmin

Well the time has finally come for us to fledge The Nest. It has been an amazing two years building One Two Tree up in an area so full of creative energy and such community spirit. However, its time to close that chapter as we move onto greener pastures; a new location with a bigger space that is able to accomodate our growing demands— how exciting!

Moving forward from retailing solely online, we were after an open space where we could welcome our lovely customers. We wanted to be able to provide them with a physical store where they could freely browse and get a feel of just how our decor would be able to brighten any given area; and the Precinct 75 ticked all our boxes.

Located at St. Peters, this incredible, light-filled warehouse is a short walk from the station and will allow you to conveniently pop in and say hi.

The grounds of Precinct 75 also transforms into a lively market on the third Saturday of every month; and we are looking forward to being part of a market that curates a selection of stalls that specialise in handmade, local and quality products.

With over 70 other creative businesses— including brands like Inartisan, Design Twins, The Society Inc., and Uashmama operating within Precinct 75, we know that you’ll fall head over heels in love with our new location as quickly as we did!

Find us today at:

The Precinct 75 | Suite 5.01 (located alongside Uashmama)
75 Mary St
St. Peter’s NSW 2044
AUSTRALIA

New Zealand a Treasure Board to call your own!

Posted on September 7, 2017 by onetwoadmin

Following the success of our Australian-shaped Treasure Board, we started receiving loads of requests from customers all over the world, pleading with us to create various Treasure Boards unique to their homeland. But amongst the heap of requests, one country especially stood out to us…

Well New Zealand, you asked and we listened— we’re proud to introduce the latest Treasure Board to our One Two Tree family, in none other than the shape of New Zealand! Aside from the fact that you guys were probably the most passionate in your pleas, it also felt right to expand our Treasure Board series with a country close to our hearts.

From its rugged coastlines to its glistening snow-capped mountains, we were inspired by how New Zealand was known and absolutely adored for its breathtaking sceneries and vast landscapes; and we wanted to encapsulate these striking physical features in our Treasure Board. Although it took a bit of tinkering around with the design to get completely perfect, we were finally able to recreate New Zealand’s unique shape by differentiating each of its three main islands!

Personally, I think that the most exciting stage about developing a new product is seeing the very many ways that our lovely customers choose to display our pieces around their homes. With endless options as to how to style and fill the shelves of our NZ Treasure Board, I can’t wait to get inspired by the creativity of each and every one you!

Specs:

Height: 82cm. Width: 23cm. Shelf lengths from 9 to 14cm long. Depth of Shelf: 6cm. 9mm Australian Plywood— Natural Finish. Weight: 1kg. Arrives flat packed with assembly instructions and hardware.

*All orders placed for New Zealand will be custom made within 1-2 weeks and we ship worldwide with Express International Couriers.

Afterpay is also now available, just in time for Christmas!

Don’t limit your Christmas gifts with a budget

Posted on December 13, 2016July 3, 2017 by onetwoadmin

Are you someone’s Secret Santa with a strict budget? Or are you simply finding the perfect gift for someone without breaking the bank? One Two Tree can help you pick out a gift according to your budget but without compromising on quality. Check out below for some ideas!

$50 and under

For a budget of under $50 you can get one or two of our adorable wooden pieces from the Little Aussie Treasures collection. They would go great on any of our Treasure Boards or just something to lighten up any desk or shelf. If Australia’s native furry friends aren’t working for you, we’ve also got our popular Pastel Rainbow Set for only $46! They look amazing stacked together or apart for all ages, big or small.

$150 and under

Don’t forget that we’re not just about wood – we’ve got an awesome range of colourful linen prints, too. Our prints are made of high quality Lismore Linen with water-based non-toxic inks. Starting at $89, we’ve got the alphabet Linen print banners in either monochrome tones or colourful goodness. For a little bit more, we’ve also got our Linen Banner Nautical for $115. With many different colours suited for everyone, it adds a quirky sensibility into the home. The beautiful linen prints will also fit perfectly into our Art Hanger (from $35) for an easy display option.

$250 and under

With a budget of $250 and under, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t spend it on one of our Treasure Boards. Our boards are unique in terms of its shape and size and whoever receives it will thank you forever. The Treasure Boards starts at $189 with the Dream Cloud shape, to $199 with the Wombat, Australia, Play House and The Circle to $210 with the Rainy Cloud.

$500 and under

You will have plenty of options with this budget, so we suggest to go big or go home! Get that special someone one of our Message Boards, which starts from our 12×1 size at $120 to our largest at 7×6 size at $349. They’re not complete without the Custom Wooden Tiles ($7.50 each), so you can create a personalised message, and an optional Stand to support the board on a tabletop surface.

Rebecca Judd features One Two Tree in The Style School

Posted on November 29, 2016 by onetwoadmin

We have super exciting news to share! One Two Tree has recently collaborated with Etsy Australia and lifestyle/fashion blogger Rebecca Judd for her blog, The Style School.

Etsy kindly flew us down to Melbourne to be a part of an episode of The Style School. The blog has done a series of interior design blog posts/episodes and we were lucky enough to be featured in one.

In one of their latest episodes titled Etsy Kids Bedroom, a few of our products can be seen. This particular episode shows viewers on how to decorate children’s bedrooms with some amazing locally made products from Etsy Australia (including us!).

The adorable wombat, crocodile and kangaroo from our Little Aussie Treasures collection made an appearance in the episode. Our animal friends were also joined by our Rainbow Set, which shared the spotlight with other beautiful products from Etsy.

Also featured in the episode was our Message Board. Rebecca had her 9×3 board customised with her own message: ‘Where the cool kids are’. Of course, you can personalise it anyway you want for your kids but who can argue with that one?

Rebecca’s stylist Aimee Tarulli suggested that by having a specific colour theme makes it harder for kids to enjoy their rooms as they get older. So having our Little Aussie Treasures in its natural wooden shade, like in the episode, is perfect for any age.

Another tip from the episode was to style the room an age bracket up. It keeps the room interesting, as it’s not too young or too cutesy. Keep your kiddo’s room young and fresh for years to come by having these cute ‘toys’ and decorations up on display.

Check out the original blog post and video below:

Etsy Kids Bedroom – Ep 6 – The Style School

Gifts for everyone this Christmas

Posted on November 8, 2016July 3, 2017 by onetwoadmin

It’s that time of year again: a time to stress out on what to give your loved ones this Christmas! Fret no more because we got you covered – the suggestions we have for you below will surely put a huge grin on their faces as they unravel their presents on Christmas Day. Why get your loved ones generic presents from department shop giftoriums when you can shop with us? Because there’s simply nothing better than giving 100% Aussie made sustainable gifts for the ones you love.

Gifts for dad

Dad will always hold a special place in your heart, but is often the trickiest to buy for. One Two Tree’s Large Christmas Tree would be the perfect treat for dad. We recently added The Large Christmas Tree, which now stands at 150cm tall and would be a great addition to the family living room for many festive seasons to come. We think he will definitely appreciate its minimalistic and timeless design.

Gifts for mum

To complement mum’s gift to dad’s (like how they complement each other), try getting her our wooden Christmas tree ornaments. The adorable decorations come in the Bauble Set or the Santa Set in different sizes and packs. Our signature Christmas Tree will stay on-trend with the help of mum’s decorating skills.

Gifts for the brother

Our linen prints are a fun addition to any room and we think any brother would appreciate the nautical ones. The nautical linen prints are perfect to hang above the bed or simply on the wall to add a nice a naval feel. They’re available in a variety of colours and prints for every kind of brother out there!

Gifts for the sister

The latest Treasure Boards range could not be a better gift for the sister. These fantastic Treasure Boards are available in different shapes and sizes: Play House, Wally Wombat, Dream Cloud, Rain Cloud, The Circle and Australia. All of the Treasure Boards come with shelf inserts that cleverly (and safely) locks together so she can conveniently display all her delicate trinkets.

Gifts for the bestie

Besties aren’t necessarily family but they are the family you choose and for that, they deserve a special gift. We suggest you get her one of our wooden Message Boards; it’s simple and easy to personalise with our Custom Wooden Letters. Like our famous Christmas Tree, the Message Boards are 100% Aussie made and environmentally friendly. What more could one want from a gift?

Gifts for the little one

For the last but definitely not the least! The littlest one needs a pressie too and we got just the perfect thing. Treat your little one to some (or all) of our furry friends from the Little Aussie Treasures collection. It ranges from our native Kangaroo to the Koala to even a Rainbow and they are super cute available in an array of pastel shades. If you like to keep it simple, they’re also available in their natural wooden shade. Bonus tip: this collection of wooden goodies goes hand-in-hand with the Australia Treasure Board!

DIY paper stars by Minieco

Posted on December 11, 2015July 3, 2017 by onetwoadmin

If you’re looking for a more personal touch to your Christmas decorations and ornaments, look no further than Minieco! At http://www.minieco.co.uk you’ll find loads of cute and colourful creations to craft out of paper card.

After much deliberation, we decided on trying our luck at the Cut-And-Fold Paper Stars. We chose a pearlescent cream card, downloaded the free template and got to it.

You will need:

– Cutting mat
– Scissors
– Blade
– Ruler
– Hole punch
– Adhesive
– Paint brush
– Minieco template printed on the paper of your choice
– String

Step 1. Carefully cut out each template
Step 2. Using the ruler as a guide, gently score along each line
Step 3. Fold along each line that you have just scored
Step 4. Punch a hole at the indicated spot in the middle of the template
Step 5. Cut a piece of string about 30cm long, loop through the hole and tie a small knot on the inside of the star
Step 6. Brush on a small amount of adhesive to each of the smaller tabs and stick together (it may be a little bit easier to stick one tab at a time)
Step 7. Decorate your OneTwoTree Christmas tree!

Happy crafting!