TOMF BLOG

We caught up with Chelsea and Andrew, the creative minds behind Alkaline Design Studio, based in Tunnel 4 at The Old Mushroom Farm, KZN Midlands. What began as a one-woman project in Chelsea’s mum’s laundry has grown into a thriving design studio known for innovative, sustainable, and effortlessly stylish homeware. In this interview Chelsea and Andrew give us a peek into the Alkaline studio and tell us more about what they've been up to, and what they envision for the busines

Step into Cosmic Crystals at The Old Mushroom Farm, where fairy lights twinkle, sandalwood drifts through the air, and every corner shimmers with colour. Lee, the shop’s warm and knowledgeable owner, welcomes visitors like old friends, guiding them through a dazzling array of crystals, pendants, tarot cards, and spiritual treasures. A beloved stop on the Midlands Meander, Cosmic Crystals offers an extraordinary selection at inviting prices—perfect for collectors, wanderers, a

Follow the scents of sandalwood and lavendar to Tunnel 3, home of Nude—a small-batch skincare studio making handcrafted soaps naturally. Founded by Karin McGee, Nude blends aromatherapy, and herbal wisdom into every bar, balm, and bottle. With herbs hanging to dry and essential oils in the air, this dreamy little shop is a must-visit for anyone seeking gentle, locally made skincare.