Gem’s Emporium

Gem’s Emporium We have for sale up cycled furniture, one off items and vintage products

I have just completed a set of eight dining chairs that could have potentially ended up in a landfill, prompting me to w...
25/06/2026

I have just completed a set of eight dining chairs that could have potentially ended up in a landfill, prompting me to wonder how many others meet the same fate. My client selected the fabric to complement her existing interior furniture, and she is extremely pleased with the result. Thank you Simon Sharpin for the referral.

My client supplied me with photographic inspiration, which I used to revamp this ottoman in a country home style suited ...
21/05/2026

My client supplied me with photographic inspiration, which I used to revamp this ottoman in a country home style suited to her tastes. Her desire was to make it removable for effortless cleaning, which was highly practical when you have little ones.

Jim and I undertook a restoration project to renovate an oak table for a family member. The table, having been exposed t...
26/02/2026

Jim and I undertook a restoration project to renovate an oak table for a family member. The table, having been exposed to the elements in an open shed on the West Coast, necessitated renovation. The veneer, damaged by cracking and peeling, required replacement. We sourced recycled veneer from old wardrobes and then stripped and oiled the table to complete the restoration. Although the photograph appears somewhat unnatural due to the background, I utilized AI to conceal the workshop clutter.

The finished result is now a prominent feature in my client's new home. They are a pair of chairs that have been part of...
23/02/2026

The finished result is now a prominent feature in my client's new home. They are a pair of chairs that have been part of the family for some time. The treasures I discovered serve as proof of their extensive use over the years. They have been reupholstered in a sumptuous velvet.
All ready for the next generation to enjoy.
My favourite comment was that ‘they feel like a giant teddy bear’

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2939 Methven Highway
Methven
7776

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Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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