We love: Books, baskets and other treasures the Graziher team is coveting this month 

Because there’s never enough space to share all the beautiful things that come across our desks at Graziher, we’ve decided to launch a monthly “We Love” feature, where members of the team will throw a spotlight on the things that have caught their eye over the past few weeks. In our first instalment, we’re talking about the buys we’d buy again, great gifts and storage solutions. 

FOR HARVESTING (AND STASHING) 
The French-inspired wire harvesting baskets  (set of three, $68) on my website are perfect for collecting produce and then washing it under a tap. They make great storage baskets or can even be filled and used as a hamper. — Claire Austin, gardening columnist and founder of Gin Gin Garden Club

THE DO-IT-ALL SECATEURS
These wooden handled secateurs ($57) are a great all-rounder for everyday use. They are one of my most-used gardening tools — I have a pair waiting at the back door. — Claire

THE YEAR-ROUND PJS
Anyone who knows me knows I have a soft spot for woollen products. Tried and tested, these Sleepy Merino women’s pyjamas are perfect for hot and cold weather. I especially love the Long-Sleeve Sleepshirt ($169). I also love that it’s a small Australian company, using Australian wool. — Sally Jackson, communications and client relations officer

THE SHORTLIST-ER
At the moment I’m reading my way through the 2025 Stella Prize shortlist. I’ve loved the two books I’ve already read, and next on my list will be Translations by Jumaana Abdu ($34.99, Penguin) — about a mother and daughter making a new life for themselves in rural NSW. — Melody Lord, subeditor

THE EVERYTHING BASKET
As all my friends and family know, I love baskets. They are perfect for just about everything. Great as a weekend bag and you can also quickly sweep everything on your desk into one when you are getting ready for a Zoom meeting. I could go on about how much I love them. My favourite one is this market basket ($140) from Kara Rosenlund. It is bigger than most and has double handles, long and short, which makes it so easy to carry. — Victoria Carey, editorial director

THE COFFEE TABLE BOOK
I have given Kara Rosenlund’s book Shelter: How Australians Live ($59.99, Lantern/Penguin) to several people over the years. First published in 2015, I love looking at Kara’s beautiful images. She spent a year travelling around Australia — I can remember having a good chat with her while she was on the Great Ocean Road — to photograph a wonderful collection of houses. Some are simple shacks and others are much grander structures, but they all have a wonderful patina of life about them. It’s a classic and if you buy direct from Kara, you will get a signed copy. — Victoria

THE WEAR-EVERYWHERE NECKLACE
“I had my eye on this charm necklace ($159) from Australian brand Tunik for a few months and I finally snapped one up last week. It’s such a versatile piece. I’ve worn it with so many outfits already and it seems to go with everything.” — Keryn Donnelly, digital producer   

A CARAFE WITH DIMPLES
“I’ve always had a passion for ceramics and been drawn to the unique artistry and craftsmanship of handmade pieces. I recently relocated to Noosa and when I visited the Kim Wallace Ceramics studio, I couldn’t resist adding another piece to my collection. This time, it’s a beautifully crafted carafe ($99), complete with charming dimples that give it a playful yet elegant touch. It’s a perfect example of the kind of functional art that brings warmth and character to any home.” — Jo Quarmby, creative director 

THE THOUGHTFUL GIFT
Something I’d never have bought for myself but now can’t live without is my Ritemate Workwear Pilbara Collection closed-front shirt ($39.95) — I wear it in the garden most weekends. It was a present from my grandson (he’s two, so he may have had some help from his mother in choosing it) and it’s personalised with ‘Grandma’ embroidered above the breast pocket. — Melody

A BRIGHT NOTE
Where I live, it’s gumboot weather for about nine months of the year. I’ve got my go-to black knee-highs, but I’d love to add some colour (and arch support) to the rotation. Plus, Merry People is donating 20 per cent of sales from the Mother’s Day Classic collection to breast and ovarian cancer research. I have to say, I was pretty shocked when I read about ovarian cancer for a recent Graziher article (the survival rate is not great and treatments haven’t changed much in decades). All of which sounds like a good reason to invest in some limited-edition coral-coloured gumboots (available until 11 May, $159.95). — Emma Mulholland, digital producer

THE TRAVEL-READY SCARF
Another Australian merino wool company on my radar is Smitten Merino. I’ve long been a fan of their scarves, which have multiple uses and are perfect for travel. — Sally

A RECOMMENDED READ
I loved chatting with rural women’s counsellor Zoe Jackson for our new online series, 10 Things She Can’t Do Without. Zoe said she recommends Mel Robbins’ “truly life-changing” book, The Let Them Theory ($26.99, Hay House), to all her clients. Intrigued, I listened to one of Mel’s podcast episodes, where she interviews Dr Stacy Sims, an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who studies women’s bodies (it turns out everything you know is based on male-centric research). I’ve been telling everyone about it. Now I want to learn Mel’s “Let Them theory”. I’d be very pleased to receive the book for Mother’s Day (along with a couple of hours of uninterrupted reading time…). — Emma 

SOMETHING FOR MUM
Of course, it’s the Mother’s Day gift that keeps giving: a subscription to Graziher magazine. Sign up for two or three years and she’ll receive an Antola Trading work shirt in the size and colour of her choice (valued up to $89.95, includes free standard postage). — The Graziher team