Kids and activities
Aspects has a delightful selection of puzzles, toys, models and games for all ages to enjoy. Decorate the playroom with unique Australian craft or find a special gift for a new addition to the family.
In 1956 the State of New South Wales ran an international competition for a National Opera House ...
In 1956 the State of New South Wales ran an international competition for a National Opera House at Bennelong Point, Sydney. This attracted more than 220 entries from 32 countries. Jørn Utzon a young Danish architect won the competition and was hailed by the architectural critic Sigfried Giedion as opening a new chapter in contemporary architecture. Completed in 1973, the Opera House is an architectural masterpiece and was included in the National Heritage List in 2005. In 2007 the building w...
$210.00
Classic Queenslander Model Kit
With its pyramid style roof and stepped down verandah the Queenslanders appearance is distinctive...
With its pyramid style roof and stepped down verandah the Queenslanders appearance is distinctive and almost iconic. It was ideally suited to the local conditions with french doors opening out on to a verandah that wraps around all four sides of the building. Walls are vertical VJ boards with a horizontal chair rail. Windows are all double hung sashes. A kitchen was often accommodated in the rear corner of the verandah. Information included about the history of the buildings, their location, ...
$65.00
Double Gable Cottage Model Kit
Still found throughout Queensland and rural northern New South Wales, these worker’s cottages dev...
Still found throughout Queensland and rural northern New South Wales, these worker’s cottages developed from the need to accommodate a growing family. Single gabled homes provided only one or two rooms. The simplest way to provide more space was to build two adjoining houses or to build on to an existing house with an identical extension. This created the double gable or ‘M’ shaped roof profile. Information included about the history of the buildings, their location, methods of construction, ...
$60.00
Diamond Queenslander Model Kit
With its pyramid style roof and stepped down verandah the Queenslanders appearance is distinctive...
With its pyramid style roof and stepped down verandah the Queenslanders appearance is distinctive and almost iconic. This model features a distinctive diamond style veranda rail. It was ideally suited to the local conditions with french doors opening out on to a verandah that wraps around all four sides of the building. Walls are vertical VJ boards with a horizontal chair rail. Windows are all double hung sashes. A kitchen was often accommodated in the rear corner of the verandah. Information...
$65.00
Thousands of remnant miner’s cottages are scattered across the old goldfield districts of New Sou...
Thousands of remnant miner’s cottages are scattered across the old goldfield districts of New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. Often sited on small allotments, these very basic, single-roomed timber framed cottages were originally built around the miner’s canvas tent to provide insulation and security. Information included about the history of the buildings, their location, methods of construction, architectural details and historical anecdotes. Instructions included with the model are e...
$55.00
Lay Your Cards on The Table: Spark the conversation between different generationsEen van de Jonge...
Lay Your Cards on The Table: Spark the conversation between different generationsEen van de Jongens Chatting with colleagues at the coffee machine is easy enough. Talking to a new colleague is a little less easy. Having an in-depth conversation with someone you do not know, is anything but easy. And, if that someone is either half your age or twice as old, it becomes difficult. This game turns that task into a joyful experience. 'Lay Your Cards on The Table' consists of 60 cards with conversa...
$32.95
All Wrapped Up: BotanicalsEdith Rewa 'All Wrapped Up' is a series of gorgeous stationery books ce...
All Wrapped Up: BotanicalsEdith Rewa 'All Wrapped Up' is a series of gorgeous stationery books celebrating the work of Australia's best and brightest artists. 'All Wrapped Up: Botanicals' showcases the unique flora of Australia as seen through the eyes of textile designer and illustrator Edith Rewa. Love the pattern? Rip it out and wrap something up! This book includes 20 gift wrapping sheets and two sheets of stickers. About the Author:Edith Rewa is an illustrator and textile designer. With ...
$26.95
Animals made of varying timbers, creating an effective contrast of colours. Light weight and arri...
Animals made of varying timbers, creating an effective contrast of colours. Light weight and arrives flat packed for easy postage. Made from a combination of Australian timbers, such as Tasmanian oak, jarrah, blackwood and myrtle.
$39.50
This super huggable toy frog is hand-crocheted in Perth. The perfect snuggle size, this adorable ...
This super huggable toy frog is hand-crocheted in Perth. The perfect snuggle size, this adorable amphibian is the perfect gift for the young and young at heart.
$85.00
Australian Fauna Playing Cards
This set of 54 playing cards features native Australian fauna, beautifully illustrated by a range...
This set of 54 playing cards features native Australian fauna, beautifully illustrated by a range of Australian Geographic artists, including Marjorie Crosby-Fairall and Kevin Stead. Each card includes the individual species’ common and scientific name. This makes the perfect gift for all ages and occasions.
$16.95
Are We There Yet?Alison Lester A lift-the-flap book from one of Australia's most loved picture bo...
Are We There Yet?Alison Lester A lift-the-flap book from one of Australia's most loved picture book creators, Alison Lester, adapting her classic book 'Are We There Yet?'. I spy with my little eye something beginning with . . . Join Grace and their family as they travel around Australia. Specially adapted for younger children, this fun and playful story centres on everyone's favourite travelling game, I-spy!About the Author:Alison Lester is one of Australia's most popular and bestselling crea...
$19.95