Nice selection of local wines. Also, jars of preserves and condiments. Gourmet chocolate. Creative and useful tools. Clothing, bags, ceramics, soaps, cosmetics and personal care products. Fun shop to look around.
Philip Sampson
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November 24, 2025
Such a lovely store. I bought some of the Wellington-made coloured candles for Advent, along with Apostle Hot Sauce, a brand I haven’t been able to find in many locations. The staff were very helpful and even wrapped one of my purchases for free. I hope to come back again even just to browse.
Musin Yohan
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November 28, 2017
Beautiful shop that sells fine things here. From hand made perfume, aromatherapy, candles, woodcraft, ceramics, etc. All collected from all over New Zealand from the best. It's quite expensive but it's worth it. If you want to get some fine souvenirs or indulge yourself then this is one of the places. Very recommended!
John Michael Schert
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March 03, 2024
LOVE a well-curated home store selling local wares made by local artisans. Of an ilk of Labour & Wait in London, or Philip & Lea in Melbourne, Frances Nation Home is of a class all its own.
You know a home store is superior when it shows you items you didn’t know you needed, but now MUST have. My husband and I collected three items - all made with indigenous wood by local craftspeople: a Tōtara coffee scoop, a black maire chopper(!), and a stainless steel with a turned pōhutukawa handle ice cream scoop (perfection).
We wanted to buy it all; but couldn’t figure out how to get it to the States. Guess we might have to ship…
Thomas Lea-Humphreys
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September 30, 2025
Loved it! A safe zone for those looking to buy NZ made goods.
My only quibble is that there isn't more stuff and that the store is only in Christchurch. I'd love one in Wellington!
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Nice selection of local wines. Also, jars of preserves and condiments. Gourmet chocolate. Creative and useful tools. Clothing, bags, ceramics, soaps, cosmetics and personal care products. Fun shop to look around.
Such a lovely store. I bought some of the Wellington-made coloured candles for Advent, along with Apostle Hot Sauce, a brand I haven’t been able to find in many locations. The staff were very helpful and even wrapped one of my purchases for free. I hope to come back again even just to browse.
Beautiful shop that sells fine things here. From hand made perfume, aromatherapy, candles, woodcraft, ceramics, etc. All collected from all over New Zealand from the best. It's quite expensive but it's worth it. If you want to get some fine souvenirs or indulge yourself then this is one of the places. Very recommended!
LOVE a well-curated home store selling local wares made by local artisans. Of an ilk of Labour & Wait in London, or Philip & Lea in Melbourne, Frances Nation Home is of a class all its own. You know a home store is superior when it shows you items you didn’t know you needed, but now MUST have. My husband and I collected three items - all made with indigenous wood by local craftspeople: a Tōtara coffee scoop, a black maire chopper(!), and a stainless steel with a turned pōhutukawa handle ice cream scoop (perfection). We wanted to buy it all; but couldn’t figure out how to get it to the States. Guess we might have to ship…
Loved it! A safe zone for those looking to buy NZ made goods. My only quibble is that there isn't more stuff and that the store is only in Christchurch. I'd love one in Wellington!