ARTS & CRAFTS – Visit Devonport, Auckland, New Zealand Visit Devonport, Auckland, New Zealand Wed, 07 Aug 2019 21:58:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.8.15 Bookmark /bookmark Wed, 19 Nov 2014 22:02:45 +0000 /?p=2764 In one of Auckland’s top second-hand bookshops you can step away from the frenetic electronic age and into a world apart. Redolent of a gentler and quieter time, BookMark’s decor is rich with hues of oriental rugs and the amber lustre of time worn wooden cabinets.

 

Located just a few doors up from The Esplanade Hotel on Devonport’s main street, Bookmark is  Auckland’s  best and easiest to find second-hand bookshop. Within a heritage building overlooking the sea, Bookmark is a welcoming haven for bibliophiles who are encouraged to browse undisturbed through the vast collection.

 

Choose from collectible First Editions, or from 1000’s of hardback and paperback titles ranging from the merely entertaining to the erudite. BookMark is home to more than 20,000 books. If you are a Bookaholic and are always on the lookout for a place that will feed your obsession, BookMark is that hidden gem that you have been looking for.

 

Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always available to help you find what you are looking for, or to recommend authors…. and if you can’t decide which of the many wonderful books to buy?  Curl up on the old leather couch or armchairs with your selection and choose at your leisure.

 

Travel the world from your armchair

From BookMark’s armchair travel shelves you can join any one of the great travel writers of our time – Bill Bryson in Britain, Bruce Chatwin “In Patagonia”, or even ride the Red Rooster with Paul Theroux in China.

 

Escape into the world of fiction

No bookshop would be complete without an extensive range of fiction, into which we can escape and explore and, you’re in the hands of gifted writers at BookMark. Our range of quality international paperback fiction at great prices is complimented by our selection of first editions, and sumptuous Folio Society editions. From Art to children’s nostalgia We have extensive art, architecture, biography, and cooking collections, as well as a very popular children’s nostalgia collection, housing books from the late nineteenth century to the 1980’s. A great range of contemporary children’s books can be found in the Red Barrow outside the shop, and in the children’s nook inside.

 

Venture through the New Zealand section

Discover our broad range of New Zealand titles from early history to contemporary culture and everything in between.  Find that special volume that you have been hunting for or rediscover those old childhood favourites.

 

Man your battle stations and weigh anchor

An ex Royal Marine, owner Mark Owen has created an outstanding Military and Maritime collection. His knowledge of books in this area is extensive, and he is always happy to chat and recommend titles. Visit and rediscover the sensual pleasure of browsing in the warm and cloistered environment that is BookMark. Dedicated to the written word and with a large selection of quality second-hand, used and rare books on all manner of subjects. BookMark has something to suit all discerning tastes. /bookmarkYou won’t be disappointed.

 

If you are travelling we are happy to organise postage of your purchases to your home.

We look forward to welcoming you to our very special shop. You can visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/bookmarknz

Open 7 days, 9 am-6 pm

 

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Nord /nord Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:56:51 +0000 /?p=1208 Experience Scandinavian living right here in the heart of Devonport, Auckland. As the only Swedish owned and operated designer gift and homeware store in New Zealand, we pride ourselves on providing great service and showcasing the best of quality and unusual Nordic style products.

 

Kiwi Living Nordic Style

Our range of authentic Scandinavian gift and homeware brands includes; Marimekko, Klippan, Design House Stockholm and Pluto.  We also carry a significant number of New Zealand made designer products and gifts for your delight.

 

Sweet treats

Our confectionery section at Nord is growing all the time with new chocolates and lollies arriving every month to tantalise your taste buds.

 

Come in and share our Scandinavian traditions when enjoying our themed evenings at Nord, just ask us for our next event or visit our Facebook page. Drop in for your free magazine and helpful advice on Nordic style, designer gifts and interior decorating.

 

We are open 7 days a week and are located off the main street in Devonport village.

 

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FitzgeraldTaylor /fitzgeraldtaylor Sun, 04 Mar 2012 08:17:42 +0000 /?p=509 Make an impression – for the words that really matter say it in ink on paper.

Stationery lovers should not miss a visit to the gorgeous colourful boutique stationery store FitzgeraldTaylor located in the stunningly renovated historic Old Post Office Building at 10 Victoria Road, Devonport.

 

Filled with hand-picked product sourced from all over the world FitzgeraldTaylor is a treasure trove of writing instruments, inks, journals, notebooks, paper goods and unique gift ideas.

 

At FitzgeraldTaylor we are passionate about stationery. We would love to share this with you.

 

Fountain pens – the most rewarding way to put words on paper. From just $26 – with 30 ink colour refills available!  Rediscover the joy of writing with our wide range of pens.

 

Gorgeous italian, french, New Zealand & recycled leather journals. Smooth soft durable covers, cream-coloured pages that are pleasing to the eye and paper that takes ink beautifully, these journals will lend a richness to your writing. And in selection of colours to suit the most discerning of tastes.

 

Exquisite writing paper. In a world of emails, text messages and social media we forget the delight in receiving a beautifully handwritten message. Surprise somebody today, send a letter on luxurious Belgian or French paper enclosed in a sumptuous tissue lined envelope.

 

Letterpress printing. The shop is also home to our vintage Chandler and Price letterpress printing press on which we print bespoke invitations, personalised stationery and our own range of greeting cards.

 

It’s all in the detail.  Leave a lasting impression and put pen to paper today.

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Flagstaff Gallery /flagstaff-gallery Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:59:20 +0000 /?p=346 Flagstaff Gallery was established in Devonport in 1993 as the first dealer gallery on Auckland’s North Shore. Now one of Auckland’s leading dealers in contemporary New Zealand fine art, we occupy a spacious gallery that enables visitors to enjoy the experience of art.

 

The gallery at 30 Victoria Road features custom-designed sliding racks which have extend our display capacity to more than 1000 artworks.

 

Our aim is to provide a friendly, relaxed environment in which to display a wide variety of quality New Zealand art. Long standing, well-established and a few new artists contribute to our exhibition programme, which includes paintings, sculpture, and hand-worked prints.

 

With a consistent change of works on view throughout the year we keep the gallery refreshed with new pieces to see and appreciate. Regular exhibition openings are exciting events where visitors can get a first glimpse of new works on show and provide an opportunity to meet the artists, other enthusiasts and enjoy a glass of wine together.

 

The gallery provides a wide range of services, including consultation, framing, wedding and gift registers, and overseas shipping to suit your needs.  Staff at the gallery are more than happy to assist with your search for satisfying original art to suit your personal tastes and give you pleasure for a lifetime.

 

Visit the Flagstaff Gallery’s Youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/FlagstaffGallery

Or keep in touch via our Facebookpage

 

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