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By Lexi Kentmann

The new drop from Big W draws inspiration from international trends for the home, full of items under $15, perfectly timed for a seasonal switch up. Locally designed, the new collection is curated into three style stories making it super simple to create a cohesive space. And yes, you read right: It’s officially autumn this weekend!

The Country Bohemian range

“Led by our Natural and Neutral, Country Bohemian and Eclectic Bazaar capsules, the range reflects how customers want their homes to feel right now – with richer tones, layered textures and practical pieces designed for the cooler months. Plum tones are a key feature this season particularly across cushions and decor, with softer purples through to deeper, red-tinted shades offering an easy way to add warmth to any space,” said Clare Ormerod, BIG W senior manager – product design.

We shortlisted our top 8 from the collection:

Natural and Neutral

Natural and Neutral

Openook Charlie Decorative Bowl $18

In a simple monochromatic palette of black and white, and featuring a handcrafted look – we love the idea of this on an entryway table to stow your keys, or on the kitchen table for an elevated way to display seasonal fruit.

Openook Zebra Faux Fur Cushion $18

This is animal print done right. All the luxe sophistication of a 70s faux fur, it’s a confident and graphic way to add textural layering elements to the sofa or bed.

Country Bohemian

Openook Else Scalloped Pedestal Bowl $12

Anything but basic, this scallop edged bowl brings a sense of playfulness and style to the kitchen or coffee table.

Openook Cotton Quilt Cover Set $59-69

A timeless horizontal stripe in a warm burgundy palette gives the bedroom a refresh, perfect to create cosy comfort for autumn and winter. 

Openook Fashion Bath Sheet – Flower Dark Pink $16

We are mad for the nostalgic towel range from Big W this season. Featuring prints and patterns that evoke times gone by, there’s something comforting about these designs – including the mosaic style flower in a warm palette. 

Eclectic Bazaar

Eclectic Bazaar, featuring Eden Pink Bobble Pot ($12)

Openook Eden Pink Bobble Pot $12

A fun way to update your indoor plants – this candy pink pot is instant joy! Featuring a bobble design, it’s perfect for any room. (Plus the pink pot planted up with a green plant is the perfect way to add contrast!)

Openook Matte Soap Dispenser $7

A simple, fun and cheap (!) way to update your bathroom – this dispenser brings both form and function. Plus you can layer in the matching matte tray and toilet brush to really add a punch.

Openook Faux Mohair Throw $22 

Love colour and texture? This throw does both, adding warmth in any room. Plus it’s machine washable which is always a win in our book!

The Big W Autumn collection is available in store and online now.

––Lexi Kentmann is a PR, brand marketing, events, copywriting, content and production whizz.

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People keep telling us to make the most of each da People keep telling us to make the most of each day post-diagnosis and we certainly did today. My sister @katybishopuk in the UK emailed @wswanderersfc and told them the boys had been through a rough time lately (and are coping amazingly on the whole). She asked if they might be able to get their jerseys autographed.

The club went several further and offered us premium hospitality for tonight's game, to be in the tunnel as the players went out and to meet the kids on the pitch afterwards and sign their stuff. They were THRILLED. I don't 'do' soccer but it really filled mine and @damianfrancis' cup to see them so happy 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you SO much Western Sydney Wanderers (such a family friendly club) and my sister 😘
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Comment 'baby blue' and we'll DM you a link to take the tour and read more.

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First photo: me in an ED bed smiling in a picture First photo: me in an ED bed smiling in a picture to reassure my kids I'm just fine. Because that's what mums do.

Every time I go to write  an update, life throws me a curveball, so here's a compilation of the last 10 days or so before anything else happens🙈

Have loved chatting with you all so much on Stories, learning about your experiences and feeling your support and well wishes, thank you.

In a nutshell, I tried very hard to get life back to some sort of new normal (that will teach me!) at home and succeeded (to some extent). It's made me realise even more how much the sanctuary of home makes me happy 🥰

Got work back on track, unexpectedly had ascites drained from my abdomen when I looked about 8 months pregnant, did delightfully normal things with the boys at home, had my first chemo round (4th in total) at the day infusion clinic rather than as an inpatient (thanks for the company @damianfrancis), went to suss out wigs with @kellyannmallard in case I'm interested when the time comes (amazed I still have hair albeit much thinner).

Then my 24/7 morphine syringe driver which keeps my pain at bay started leaking one night. I do NOT recommend it. But we got through it. 

A bigger deal was Saturday night when I ended up in an ambulance again after more varicies burst and I started coughing up blood. Terrifying but I survived. Thank you, blood donors

After 2 nights in ICU, some more donor blood, banding surgery via endoscopy and stellar care by doctors and nurses, I'm on a ward now and hopefully home VERY soon. Something similar happened a couple of weeks ago so I guess I was at least....prepared?

Although there are too many people to shout out, I can't mention Damian and Kelly in this post without @britneeandronaco. An amazing trio amongst SO many other very special people who have shown more care and generosity than I ever knew I deserved and am still not sure I do.

It's not all sunshine and roses but Team Francis keep our heads and our hope up and continue to try and rewrite the narrative of stage 4 cancer while looking into all our opportunities and not wasting any of our time together.

WEARING A BOLD LIP, ALWAYS 💄 #pancreaaticcancer
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I've been meaning to post about getting out of hos I've been meaning to post about getting out of hospital in time for Christmas and spending a magical time with my beautiful family and friends for days now, but I was staying in the moment and off my phone. My wish came true and it really was amazing to enjoy that Santa magic.

Sadly, the day after Boxing Day, I ended up back in an ambulance after an internal bleed where my hemoglobin levels dropped dangerously low. I'm not very good at explaining the medical side, but after surgery and a couple of nights in ICU, I'm now on a ward and recovering well, hoping I get to return home ASAP.

I have so many thank yous to say for the incredible GoFundMe donations and kindness and support I've received. I really am blown away and so grateful. There are so many good people in the world, both strangers and those I'm lucky enough to know.

And having now received 6 bags of blood transfusion myself, another huge shout out to all donors. I felt so good to know I've done my bit donating over the years when I received someone else's life saving donation. Please consider doing the same and potentially saving a life.

Before ending up back in hospital, I was settling in well at home with daily visits from nurses and I'm hoping I can get back to that new normal again soon. 

Thank you again to everyone for their kindness. And biggest thanks to @damianfrancis for truly spoiling me at Christmas and once again holding the fort at home. Our boys are so lucky to have you ❤️
Edit: the winner of this giveaway is @wholehearted Edit: the winner of this giveaway is @wholeheartedstudio Congratulations Hayley!

To thank you all for your beautiful messages of support after sharing my very vulnerable big news the other day, I've teamed up with the talented @katenixon_official to give one follower the chance to win this stunning prize worth almost $600.

It includes:

Ines 3-Piece Marble Bathroom Set (soap dispenser, tumbler and tray) worth $169

Ines Marble Bowl, worth $135

Ines Marble Container with Wooden Lid, worth $79

Lola Marble Tray, worth $89

Sawar Scalloped Bowl, worth $109

They're all part of NOMAD by KATE NIXON, the Sydney interior designer's considered new curation of beautiful, storied objects for the home.

For your chance of winning, please follow @interiorsaddict and @katenixon_official, tell us the name of the collection and tag 2 friends by midnight Sydney time on Sunday 14 December 2025. Winner will be chosen at random and announced here. 

You can even style the marble trays and bowls elsewhere in the home – why should the bathroom get all the fun?!

Good luck. Giveaway is not endorsed by or associated with Meta in any way. Open to Australian residents only. 

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Trigger warning: cancer. Home is SO important to Trigger warning: cancer.

Home is SO important to me, I even made a job out of talking about it. And having been stuck in hospital for 5 weeks, away from my sanctuary and my boys, I've never craved it more. 

I'm going through the hardest time of my life and I'm finally sharing it here in the way I hope you've always known me to; with authenticity, realness and hope.

I've been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It's devastating and life-changing news and feels very vulnerable to share. Sadly it's causing me so much physical pain, I can't manage it at home. Being stuck in hospital, on top of keeping this secret, has been very isolating. 

Our precious boys are our number one priority and we are being very well supported by our medical team and amazing friends and family. I can't say enough about the huge role my husband is playing in keeping us together.

I've continued to work when possible because I love it and it's a big part of my identity. I want as much normalcy, distraction and positivity as possible right now. Some days I put my lipstick on and face the day with gratitude for all the good stuff, like my world class friends and amazing healthcare. But I'm only human and other days, I just can't.

Despite the gravity of the situation, I only have to look at my boys to know I cannot give up hope. 

Thanks for all the love and support I know you'll throw my way but please respect my boundaries by not asking medical questions or making medical suggestions, and know that I won't be able to reply to everyone. 

This beautiful community has supported me for over a decade and I'm sure your kindness will help me no end. And if you want to support me, keep reading the blog so my work isn't wasted!

I'll still be the main point of contact for Interiors Addict but things will look a little different as I continue my chemo (3 rounds down) and get used to my new way of life. 

Right now, my only wish is to be discharged to my family for Christmas. 

Because I can no longer give blood, if anyone would like to make a festive donation of blood or plasma on my behalf and share it with me here, that would really make my day ❤️

PS. Nurses are worth their weight in gold.
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Head to the blog now via link in bio to read all about the latest in sustainable living.

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