You Are Awesome Sauce #hot'n'spicy #tasty&delicious #perfectcard #card #handprinting #recylcedpaper #birthday #hi #thankyou

A spoonful of.. AI WEIWEI. Study of perspective- White House, - Tiananmen Square, - Paris. 1995 - 2003. #spoon #souvenirs #whitehouse #tiananmensquare #paris #thiddrawerdown

A double sided puzzle for hours of imaginative play. #colourwheel #colour #play #moma #puzzle #photographs #explore #create

Creative creatures or dancing animals. Moulin Rory's Les Animaux. #schoolholidays #keepthementertained #creative #creatures #animals #moulinroty

'I use the simplest colours. I don't transform them myself; it is the relationships that take care of that' - Henri Matisse _____ Chromaphilia unlocks the secrets of colour, exploring the history and meaning of this most fundamental element of art. A must have book for all art lovers. _____ #books #bookstagram #artbook #art #colour #quote #matisse #chromaphilia #stellapaul #phaidon

Christchurch Art Gallery wrist bands are the perfect small keepsake to take home. Now available to buy online. Just click the link in our bio to discover the webstore. _____ #neon #colour #wristbands #chchartgallery #linkinbio #online #onlineshopping

Finally.. wool cleans your lenses! New Wayne Youle lens cloths have arrived. Wayne Youle VEST (detail) from Cap, beard, backpack, vest, track pants and sneakers. (Heads, shoulders, and toes) 2017 #knitting #lenscloth #forglasses #art #glasses #forhim #forher #greatgift

New Wayne Youle tote bag instore now. ______ Wayne Youle Lovers, 2014 Reproduction of original silk screen print held in the collection if Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, purchased 2015 #wayneyoule #lovers #bag #totebag #lookmumnohands #exhibition #newzealandartist #artgallery #new #instore

Intricate details from Ayala Bar Designs Elara Necklace. #byzantine #contrastingcolors #texture #necklace #jewellery #miniatureartifacts

Our homage to Kushana Bush's exquisite exhibition The Burning Hours. #art #painting #gouche #book #gold #cards #wrappingpaper #colour

Presents for the home. #marble #wood #iron #servingboard #cheeseboard #pestlesndmortar #juicer #cheeseknives #saladservers

We are very excited to introduce our new Design Store Gift Voucher. They make the perfect gift for any occasion! Choose the amount you would like to gift then present it to your lucky recipient so they can explore our store. #gift #voucher #designstore #shopping #goldfoil

Make every drawing burst with colour! These 7 colour pencils from Camel are an essential for all pencil cases. #colour #colouringin #pencil #drawing #sketching #pencils #rainbow #essentials #madeinjapan

New Bulletin no.188 has landed! Grab your copy to see what exciting things are happening this winter. Cover image: Kushana Bush, Other People (detail) 2016. Gouache and pencil on paper. Private collection, Wellington. #bulletin #magazine #article #exhibitions #art #gallery #instore #linkinbio

Ceramic Mind Keeper is a new addition to our Francis Uprichard inspired table. The Phrenology mind map even conceals a secret space for those things you can't bare to forget! #phrenology #mindkeeper #ceramic #science #naturalhistory #display #art #exhibition #instore

Need an awesome card for an awesome person? This is definitely top of the list! #cards #gift #special #awesome #fluro #brightenuptheirday #hellolucky #handprinted

Entertain everyone with these shadow puppets from Moulin Roty. #storytime #yourstory #shadow #puppets #theatre #activity #light #dark #night #fun #create

Caffeine scrub, rose elixir, activator charcoal cleanse... pop in to see more. #theseeke #cheekycards #kissykissy #roseoil #bodyscrub #vegan #natural #present #gift #activatedcharcoal #citrus

Tomorrow never knows. Carl Sydow inspired table. #carlsydow #publicacion #light #boxcardset #book #shopping #gifts

Don't forget your skin needs a bit of extra love over the winter months. Rose Bud Elixir from The Seeke is the perfect quick fix! Use it as a body moisturiser, hair treatment and even a fragrant bath oil. Made from organic camellia, argan and calendula oil, essential oils of rose geranium and french lavender along with organic rose buds. #theseeke #bodyoil #rosebud #elixir #natural #organic #skincare #beautyproduct #essentialoils #moisturiser #essentials #treatyourself #instore

Tan leather bangle from our new range of leather accessories. #bangle #style #leather #cuff #accessories #designstore #instore

It's almost time to say goodbye to Bad Hair Day! If you would like to say goodbye to your own 'bad hair day' come and check out these amazing products from @triumphanddisaster #triumphanddisaster #mensgrooming #grooming #natural #skincare #haircare #beards #shaving #shavecream #shavebrush #beardedlife #seasaltspray #travelkit #instore #flatlay #book #bookstagram

"Art is the only way to run away without leaving home" Twyla Tharp #books #art #gallerystore #jewellery #cards #vases #skull #shopping

Ooooh the colours! They're honestly irresistible @odeme #mothersday #gift #polish #nailpolish #style #beauty #colour #colourful #vibrant #bright #essentials #treat #pamper #manicure #madeinamerica

Get mum a bunch of flowers that'll last forever! We have reproduction prints of Dick Frizzell's 'Big Bunch', 2013, framed and ready to go.. . #mothersday #gift #dickfrizzell #bigbunch #flowers #reproduction #print #beautiful #colourful #art #artist

Inspirational reads for inspirational mums! #books #bookstagram #art #artbooks #artists #memoir #handbook #mothersday #gift #fortheloveofbooks

All mother's are golden and need this bracelet. Get in quick - our boss has got her eye on it! @convolo_design #bangle #design #style #nylon #gold cadornment #jewellery #art #3d #3dprinting #gift #mothersday

We have the perfect presents for enquiring mind - like this beautiful brass sundial compass! #gift #ideas #brass #sundial #compass #maps #navigation #explore

Toady is the last day for the Beasts exhibition. Are you going to miss hanging with the great animal work from the collection? Fear not! We have the Beasts boxed card set instore as well as these cheeky wee guys from @iendeduphere #beasts #animals #art #gallery #exhibition #cards #greetingcards #tiger #lion #money #rabbit

One of three new Wayne Youle reproduction prints have just landed instore. We love his cheeky lovers. . . Wayne Youle Lovers, 2014 Reproduction of original silk screen print held in the collection if Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, purchased 2015. . . #wayneyoule #lovers #lookmumnohands #exhibition #artist #reproduction #print #new #instore

Check out our deck! From the talented fingers of Wayne Youle comes 'Look Mum No Hands' skateboard. We are very excited to be able to finally share our latest exhibition specific product. #wayneyoule #lookmumnohands #exhibition #artist #skateboard #skatedeck #skateboardart #new #instore #watchthisspace

World Book Day is a celebration of authors, illustrators, books and most importantly, reading. One of our favorite reads for art enthusiasts is 'The A to Z of Contemporary Art' from @phaidonsnaps #worldbookday2017 #books #reading #bookstagram #frieze #artbook #contemporaryart #phaidon

We are very excited to be stocking @odeme nail polish. They are so irresistible we couldn't help wearing them straight away. #odeme #polish #nailpolish #nails #style #beauty #colour #vibrant #essentials #treat #pamper #manicure #madeinamerica

It's a good day to have a Bad Hair Day! Buy our Bad Hair Day catalogue for just $5 when you purchase another item from the Design Store. Usually $14.99. Instore only, while stocks last. #badhairday #catalogue #book #bookstagram #artgallery #publication #instore

We can't get enough of these calligraphy and paint brushes. Made from horse hair with ceramic or semi precious stones, they make the perfect accessory for any paint box or studio. #brush #calligraphy #paint #art

Wayne Youle ceramic skull brooches are available in the Design Store. The three colours shown have an enamel finish and pin fastening so you can wear them and show them off! #wearableart #wayneyoule #brooch #pin #ceramic #enamel #skull #art #artist #design

Our latest display inspired by Wayne Youle's exhibition 'Look Mum, No Hands'. #wayneyoule #lookmumnohands #exhibition #artist #gallery #w #lights #crown #pencil

Happy Easter everyone!! Brighten up the holidays, and your breakfast table, with a Bordfolk egg cup from @luciekaas #easter #holidays #breakfast #eggcup #bordfolk #luciekaas #danishdesign

"Hand of God' Wayne Youle pencils. His exhibition, 'Look Mum No Hands', opens tomorrow. Come in and check it out. #wayneyoule #lookmumnohands #artwork #pencil #handofgod #exhibition #artgallery

"King for a day" Wayne Youle Crown modelled by our little Queen Violet. #wayneyoule #lookmumnohands #crown #artwork #sculpture #kingforaday #model #violetrulz

We are excited to be stocking @triumphanddisaster in the Design Store! #soap #skincare #haircare #shavebrush #doppbag #newzealand #treatyourself#triumphanddisaster

The first monograph on the world-renowned Norwegian contemporary artist Bjarne Melgaard. Covering the entirety of his career, this book documents the artist's way of capturing the tension of the creative moment. Edited by Nick Vogelson, Contribution by Bjarne Melgaard, Hans-Ulrich Obrist, Glenn O'Brien and Ina Blom. #bjarnemelgaard #art #artist #painting #books #bookstagram #skira #rizzoli

Karl is not impressed with this weather! But, at least it's nice and dry in the gallery. #rain #rainydays #karllagerfeld #fashion #icon #kokeshi #doll #collect #handpainted #blackandwhite

When technology and art combines something truly magical happens! We are excited to have in-store 3D printed bangles from @convolo_design. #jewellery #design #bangle #geo #3d #3dprinting #nylon #technology #contemporary #modern #art

Map: Exploring the World brings together more than 300 fascinating maps from the birth of cartography to cutting-edge digital maps of the twenty-first century. Featured map-makers include Leonard da Vinci, Jasper Johns and Ai Weiwei. #books #bookstagram #maps #cartography #exploring #world #globe #artists #aiweiwei #jasperjohns #leonardodavinci #phaidon

Wrist bands are back! With all new colours inspired by Francis Uprichard: Jealous Saboteurs. #jealoussaboteurs #gallery #exhibition #colour #bright #neon #wristbands #instore

The latest Christchurch Art Gallery Publication to accompany the show Carl Sydow: Tomorrow Never Knows. Get your copy from the Design Store. #carlsydow #publication #book #art #gallery #chchartgallery #exhibition #geometric #sculpture #newzealandart

One of our newest table displays is inspired by He Waka Eke Noa; an exhibition built around colonial-era, mainly Maori, portraiture and works connected to the theme of colonisation. We have some beautiful publications on Charles Goldie and Gottfried Lindauer amoung others. #exhibition #display painting #portraiture #lindauer #moss #fern #books

Published to accompany the Jealous Saboteurs touring exhibition, this fantastic book illustrates 20 years of Francis Uprichard's work. If you're coming in for the exhibition pop in to the Design Store and check out the publication! #francisuprichard #jealoussaboteurs #books #exhibition #catalogue #sculpture #art #gallery

Check out the latest instillations. #francesupritchard #curioscollection #glass #ceramics #books #calligraphybrushes #stone #scarves #coral #furrycushions #colour #homewear

Even Frida can't resist our new greeting cards. #selfportrait #cards #art #artist #painter #gallery #fridakahlo #kokeshi #doll

Add some classic contemporary to your walls with this beautiful Vintage Flowers botanics print. #art #print #vintage #flowers #botanics #classic #black #framed

There's some new additions to the jewellery cabinet this week. We are excited to have the beautiful bronze feather pin from Base i back. The perfect addition for your winter coat! #jewellery #bronze #pin #feather #unique #jewelery #accessories #madeinnewzealand #Christchurch

David Shrigley digitally printed artwork on 100% linen tea towel from @thirddrawerdown #largefancyroomfilledwithcrap #davidshrigley #art #artist #linen #teatowel

With the weather being this temperamental you dearent leave the house without lipstick! #rainydays #umbrella #lipstick #colourful #fun #seletti

Shout out to our next door neighbors @coca.chch. Go and check out their amazing new exhibition David Shrigley: Lose Your Mind! We have a selection of Shrigley products for sale here in the Design Store. #davidshrigley #dominions #playingcards #frisbee #cufflinks #books #british #artist #contemporaryart

He's been with us since the beginning but we thought it was time Piet had his own special introduction. Kokeshi dolls from @sketchinc are skilfully hand-painted and made from schima superba wood. Available instore. #mondrian #art #artist #kokeshi #doll #colourful #abstract #collect #collection #handmade #handpainted

Come and check out our new card wall! We have a selection of cards and postcards featuring works from the gallery's collection, three boxed cards sets and numerous humerous birthday cards. #cards #postcards #art #gallery #newzealandart

I-scream vase by Jonathan Adler. #ceramic #sculpture #vase #art #divine #different #books #thenewageifceramics #gingkopress

The new Bulletin is in store now! Cover image: Samuel Butler, Portrait of John Marshman (detail) 1861. Oil on canvas. Collection of Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, purchased 1996. #art #magazine #bulletin #new #instore #christchurch #chchartgallery

Around the World with Mouk - A Trail of Adventure. This colourful discovery book comes with stickers. That's right - stickers! #mouk #marcboutavant #books #children #childrensbooks #aroundtheworld #adventure #trail #discover #animals #stickers #glowinthedark #grr #geckopress #boomerang

What could be more fitting than dedicating our 100th post to Bill Sutton's 100th birthday. If Plantation Series II, is one of your favourites come in and ask to view our prints. W. A. Sutton Plantation Series II 1986 Oil on Canvas Collection of Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu, purchased 1986 #billsutton #100 #birthday #landscape #painting #art #print #newzealandart

Take home a piece of one of New Zealand's most loved painters. We have prints of Rita Angus's Rutu and Central Otago framed and ready to go. What is your favorite Angus work? #ritaangus #prints #art #painting #newzealandart #landscape #portrait

Beautiful Christchurch. Her buildings may have changed but the streets remain the same. Available in black or white, framed or unframed. #gold #foil #print #matte #black #city #map #mapscape #hometown #christchurch #madeinnewzealand

Deflect dastardly drizzle! #defeatdulldays #rainbow #umbrella #brolly #shelter #moma #bright #colour #brightenyourday #singingintherain

We love new card day! Come in and discover the new creative additions. Featuring Strongman.. #card #goldfoil #gold #happybirthday #birthdaycard #cake #strongman #dapper #moustache

Did you know? Here at the Design Store our table displays reflect the latest exhibitions from @chchartgallery. First in the door is photography, inspired by The Devil's Blind Spot: Recent Strategies in New Zealand Photography. #photography #design #store #cameras #polaroid #books #chchartgallery

Explore Deep in the Forrest with this new seek-and-find adventure book. Over 50 animals are waiting to be found! #books #bookstagram #childrensbooks #adventure #activity #seek #find #fun #beasts #animals #deepintheforrest

Colourful crayons to wear while you draw. These handmade natural wax crayons from @tintacrayons are made from 100% natural waxes. They are free of heavy metals, soy and other allergens, so are safe for the little ones. #tintacrayons #rings #crayons #colour #shapes #handmade #naturalwax #sustainable #drawing #fun #children #crafts

The monkeys in their new forrest habitat.. #monkeys #lamps #lighting #resin #beasts #deepintheforrest #moss #monstera #interior #takemehome #unique

This striking cobalt blue porcelain plate from @skimmingstones is the perfect gift for those who have everything. Crafted in Arita, Japan, this stunning plate is part of the Precious Rain collection. #porcelain #plate #precious #rain #designedinmelbourne #madeinjapan #arita #aritaporcelain #homewares #teatowel #refined #divine

Everything Is Going To Be Alright. A turn of phrase which is always relevant. This compact and colourful book shows the Gallery's reopening hang. A great keepsake to remember an important time in our history. Available in store or online at https://christchurchartgallery.org.nz/shop/everything-is-going-to-be-alright/ Cover image: Martin Creed, Work no. 2314, 2015 #book #bookstagram #art #gallery #publication #handbook #martincreed #Christchurch

Another beautiful piece from Base i jewellery artists. This silver bone cross necklace is unique to the Christchurch Art Gallery Design Store. #jewellery #silver #bone #coss #necklace #pendant #art #madeinnewzealand #jewelery #unique #Christchurch

Happy Valentine's Day! Looks like Andy's found his muse - we hope you enjoy the day with yours. #valentines #valentinesday #heart #love #bemine #kokeshi #doll #andywarhol #marilynmonroe

It's not too late to grab that card for your dapper chap... . . Background: exert from Patterns: Inside the Design Library #phaidon #valentinesday #card #dapper #moustache #gift #giving #pattern #figure

Bring more art into your home with a Frizzell-O-Clock #frizzell #art #newzealand #painting #clock #homewares #timeless

Books, glorious books. #books #reading #bookstagram #art #arttheory #printmaking #photography #instillation #readthedayaway #cards #lovebooks

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, apparently. This beautiful Anna Wintour doll is skilfully hand-painted and made from schima superba wood. A must have for all fashionistas. #annawintour #fashion #vogue #kokeshi #doll #art #artist #colourful #collection #focus #handpainted

Wallpaper, Jess Johnson silk scarf @skarfe #jessjohnston #scarf #silk #art #screenprint #pattern #figure #divine #fashion

For the lovers.. of photography New Zealand Photography Collected by Athol McCredie, Marti Friedlander Self Portrait. #love #lovephotography #martifriedlander #books #notebook #blaklist #cards #goldfoil #letterpress #valentines #bemine

A geometric valentines with a twist? You'll do... #juxtapoz #psychedelic #gradientpuzzle #areaware #500pieces #card #foil #diamondbox

Another humorous idea.. You're strange I like it.. #letterpress #silverfoil #card #mug #marcelbroodthaers #dominos #davidshrigley #gift #valentines #present #puttingasmileonadial #forhim #forher #forall

Looking for a beautiful valentines gift with a little humour? #letsmakeout #letterpress #card #watercolor #pencils #pepinpress #colouringbook #floral #stilllife #24designs

Time to get organised for the year? #12monthagenda #diary #riflepaperco #goldfoil #beautiful #pen #delfonics #wood #reading #glasses #seeglasses

Velvet, hand beaded cushions, baskets vases and foliage #treasures #homewear #green #gold #vases #basket #velvet

Examine Cabinet of Curiosities by Albertus Sebastian #completeplates #magnifyingglass #book #taschen #curiosities #crustaceans #greatbook

Puppet party! Hand knitted finger puppets great for presents and party favours #partypuppet #knitted #fingerwarmers #brides #dragons #pirates #puppies #redridinghood #wolf

Flesh Screensaver, Jess Johnson silk scarf @skarfe #jessjohnston #scarf #silk #art #screenprint #pattern #figure #divine #fashion

We have art history covered for both kids and adults. Vincent's Starry Night and Other Stories takes children on an adventure through 40,000 years of Art, whereas Van Gogh's Ear gets to the botton of why he really cut off his ear! #books #reading #bookstagram #childrensbooks #stories #art #history #vangogh #seeconcept #glasses

Neandertal Perfume is inspired by the history of the Neandertal who disappeared from earth 30,000 years ago. We are the only store in New Zealand to have these beautiful artworks. Each of the editioned bottles are hand crafted and signed by the artist Kentaro Yamada. Available in black porcelain, with the dark fragrance, and white bone china, with the light. #perfume #limitededition #art #neandertal #kentaroyamada #light #dark #porcelain #bonechina

Plant: Exploring the Botanical World brings together over 300 beautiful botanical works of art from throughout history. It highlights the extraordinary beauty of plants and their fascinating role in our culture. #art #books #plants #flowers #botanical #explore #phaidon #bookstagram

We hope you're keeping out of this weather. At least with our umbrellas you'll always have blue skies above you. #sky #umbrella #design #rainydays #moma

Introducing Dot! Yayoi Kusama Kokeshi Doll is the newest member of the artistic Kokeshi family. This beautiful doll is skilfully hand-painted and made from schima superba wood. #yayoikusama #dot #kokeshi #doll #art #artist #colourful #collection #handpainted

This magnificent ring from Base i is one of several bone inspired jewellery peices unique to the Design Store. #jewellery #ring #silver #bone #art #madeinnewzealand #unique #fistbump

Christchurch Art Gallery wrist bands are now available from the Design Store. Come in and choose your colour; and remember we're open till 9pm tonight. #colour #band #artgallery #latenight

Gilgamesh silk scarf, Jess Johnson @skarfe #jessjohnston #scarf #silk #art #screenprint #pattern #geometric #divine #fashion

Bad Hair Day has been designed with room for your thoughts #breaktherules #tobecontinued #book #notebook #delfonics #badhairday #brass #journal #Gavenhurley #ruler #bookmark #pen #clip #thoughts #ideas

Could you fill a sketchbook? Moleskine Project began as one artists mission to fill a sketchbook from cover to cover. This book represents the culmination of international artists invited to fill one spread of a sketch book. #moleskine #moleskineproject #drawing #sketch #sketchbook #painting #art #create

Flash back to when we had Andrew J. Steel in the house. Have you seen his work? Come in and check it out; it's the ultimate game of eye spy #andrewjsteel #art #design #tbt #flashback #eyespy #interior #illustration #painting #blackandwhite #artgallery #designstore

Stack up, down, sideways. Balancing blocks are the ultimate school holiday activity. Challenge your kids to make their own sculpture - there's endless stacking possibilities! #blocks #toys #games #children #activity #areaware

Wander through 5 wondrous worlds and discover 80 amazing animals ##thewondergarden #kristjanaswilliams #book #animals #garden #birds #butterflys #explore #holidays #keepthembusy

Back to work and wishing you were still sailing the high seas? Come in and let our nautical themed products inspire your next voyage. #hipflask #travelcup #stein #travel #sea #shipsongs #readingtheswell #izola

Did you know? Our gallery publication 101 Works of Art has a cleverly designed cover. Unfold it and have all your favourite art works displayed as a poster, and when you want a change, flip it over for even more art #books #poster #art #gallery #artbooks #101

Welcome 2017! This one's got to rock! #newyear #rockon #ziggy #bowie #celebrate #clouds #yeaha

New Years resolutions? Create your own story for the new year. #raindows #clouds #pencils #newyear #resolution #clouderaser

Dampen down the crazy with our Alphadoodler book, the activity book that brings letters to life #theholiadayhelper #activity #book #typography #fun #art #bend #cut #scribble #paint #play

Hope you have an swell, enchanting holiday. #readingtheswell #merman #coral #enchanting #holiday #swell #henrytradingcompany #mermanpin

Getting ready for the New Years parties? Us too! #disco #2017 #getdown #party #pattern #luciekaas #sketchinc #kokeshi #handpainted #newyears

Take time out to explore Ann Shelton's photographic works that investigate histories played out in private lives, both here and abroad. #photographicpractice #femaleauthorship #time #place #engaging #book #photography

A reminder of your travels. Mini globes in two sizes available #takeatrip #globetrotter #world #globe #pattern#holidays #travel

Merry Christmas from us all to you and your loved ones. May Santa be overly generous, the food be delectable and the laughter and merriment flow. #partridge #magnolia #christmas #generous #love #laughter #bestwishes #bestmoments

Bring the beach holiday home. Salt and pepper mermaid, certified coral, brass fish and shell dishes and a Gordon Walters print #summer #christmas #beach #porcelain #coral #gordonwalters #prints #brass #dish

Have fun documenting those moments with family and friends with our reconditioned Polaroid cameras. #retrocool #polaroid #merrychristmas #perfectgift #friends #family #giftideas #wishihadone

Lisa Walker >>Unwearable<< 21 produced! #book #jewellery #contemporaryart #contemporyjewellery #instabook #wow #limitededition #alliwantforchristmas

Lisa Walkers 0+0=0 inspiring us! Come in see all of her beautiful books, they are works of art. #inspire #jewellery #books #bookstagram #prints #fingerpuppets #lollies #bookmarks #brooches #crayonrings

Lisa Walker's exhibition 0+0=0 opens tomorrow. Her new limited edition publication is available from the Design Store - you can even wear it as a necklace! #jewellery #necklace #book #wearable #art #gallery #exhibition

The longest book in town! Hiding on our children's book wall is the 3 metre long vertical story Megalopolis! Unravel the story with your little ones #books #reading #story #storytime #alliwantforchristmasisbooks #thamesandhudson

The DIY Electro Dough kit - Create sculptures conductive dough then bring them to life with light and sound! Another great product from Technology Will Save Us. #creativeeducation #playandlearn #light #sound #diy #technology #create #make #learn #play

Creativity meets tech - made to expand young minds Technology Will Save Us DIY Speaker Kit is #rockingpresent #technology #speakers #christmas #clever #fun #inspiring #educational #creative #awesome