https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/17336497-grand-opening 2017-03-11T21:52:23+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/quotes-passion-v2-01-kurt-vonnegut-600x411.jpg?v=1489222343 Grand opening https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/17484673-grand-opening-special-deal 2015-06-21T21:52:43+12:00 weekly https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/18535037-how-to-up-cycle-a-vintage-suitcase 2017-03-11T21:53:02+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Spoons.jpg?v=1489222382 How to up cycle a vintage suitcase. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/25110401-hutch-dresser-given-new-purpose 2015-11-10T10:00:51+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/P1010121.JPG?v=1447102851 Hutch dresser given new purpose. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/29942913-show-off-corner 2015-05-29T08:41:43+12:00 weekly https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/34301569-test-pots-now-for-sale-in-store 2015-06-16T10:32:33+12:00 weekly https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/36715585-show-off-wednesday 2015-11-21T08:18:05+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/21-34965243.jpg?v=1448047085 Show off Wednesday. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/37676481-how-to-create-the-vintage-chippy-effect-with-chalk-finish-paint 2017-07-31T12:43:11+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_4803.jpg?v=1447102407 How to create the Vintage, chippy effect with Chalk finish paint. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/39472193-how-to-paint-with-chalk-paint-video 2018-05-23T08:25:30+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/sideTabB4.jpg?v=1447102014 How to paint with Chalk paint video https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/44514945-gorgeous-new-colour-in-store-now 2015-11-10T09:40:45+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/P1010958.jpg?v=1447101645 Gorgeous new colour in store now. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/49605889-newtons-traditional-nz-beeswax-in-store-now 2015-11-10T09:38:16+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Unknown.jpeg?v=1447101496 Newton's Traditional NZ beeswax in store now. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/55673601-newtons-gift-vouchers-for-xmas-presents 2015-11-10T08:14:54+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/gift_voucher.jpg?v=1447096145 Newton's Gift Vouchers for Xmas presents. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/78113345-new-brushes-in-store 2015-11-29T13:49:13+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/P1020429.jpg?v=1448755343 New brushes in store. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/89970241-premium-mini-wax-in-store-now 2016-04-05T07:20:52+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/P1020628.jpg?v=1456540579 Premium mini wax in store now. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/95877761-chalk-paint-up-cycles 2016-04-12T07:56:27+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/cintageIMG_6359_Fotor.jpg?v=1459810836 Chalk paint up cycles. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/102810561-up-cycles-catapulted-to-the-next-level-with-newtons-metallics 2016-05-21T20:29:00+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/MetaLWORDS.jpg?v=1463435536 Up cycles catapulted to the next level with Newton's metallics https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/excellent-feedback 2016-06-22T09:30:22+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/images-7.jpeg?v=1466532628 Excellent feedback https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-in-store-designer-stencils-for-home-decor 2016-09-24T14:38:37+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/french_table.png?v=1474671760 New in Store Designer Stencils for home decor. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/the-dark-wax-is-here 2016-10-14T09:07:23+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_0155.jpg?v=1476388902 Newton's Dark Wax is here. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-do-i-use-your-antiquing-wax 2018-05-23T08:19:53+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_0221.JPG?v=1476610407 How do I use your Antiquing wax? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-in-store-efex-decorative-mouldings-1 2016-11-12T08:12:18+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/FullSizeRender_2_b68cf4e5-245b-4c21-80b7-66e1714e9b03.jpg?v=1478119750 New in store: Efex Decorative Appliques! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/show-off-time 2017-01-25T22:20:27+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Drunken_sailor.jpg?v=1484682817 Show off time. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/check-out-our-moochstyle-review 2017-02-19T11:55:29+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/p1150241.jpg?v=1487458399 Check out our Mooch Style review https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-in-store-newtons-whitewash-stain-4 2018-01-21T13:51:43+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/cfhwwash_smudge_ab0caf1a-4ca6-438d-adf3-2c60b7349238.jpg?v=1488829854 NEW in Store: Newton's Whitewash Stain. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-in-store-soft-wax-polish 2018-01-21T13:44:34+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/P1020757.jpg?v=1492915259 New in store, Soft Wax Chalk Paint Polish https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/what-wax-to-use-over-our-chalk-paint-finish 2018-01-11T09:25:05+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Photo_12-08-17_7_38_02_AM.jpg?v=1502482197 Which wax to use over our Chalk Paint finish? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-to-use-our-chalk-paint-finish-tips 2017-12-29T16:58:55+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/empty-kitchen-table-in-cottage-style-home-picture-id181058590.jpg?v=1513801552 How to use our Chalk paint finish tips. Chalk paint furniture https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/its-about-up-cycling-and-saving-money-and-fun 2018-05-21T08:31:53+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/fullsizeoutput_e.jpeg?v=1515012377 It's about up cycling, saving money....and FUN!! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-colour-launched-blush 2018-01-12T07:45:56+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_3283_2.jpg?v=1515696356 New colour launched- Blush https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/what-is-our-lay-buy-payment-system 2018-02-15T08:23:37+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/laybuy-button_preview.png?v=1518635690 What is our LayBuy payment system? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/chalk-paint-finish-techniques-colourwashing 2018-05-30T08:55:12+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/fullsizeoutput_ecd.jpeg?v=1525296582 Chalk paint finish techniques-Colourwashing https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/which-brushes-are-best-for-chalk-paint 2019-07-11T08:41:21+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/chalk_paint_brushes_88067258-e530-4348-9cbf-5d05449f393b.png?v=1557174994 Which brushes are best for chalk paint? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/giveaway-now-on 2018-09-22T14:20:14+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_4927_copy.jpg?v=1537582721 Giveaway now on! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-to-up-cycle-your-shoes-with-our-chalk-paint-tutorial 2018-10-22T11:32:11+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/fullsizeoutput_13b6.jpeg?v=1540160947 How to up cycle your shoes with our Chalk paint tutorial. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-product-newtons-patina-wax 2018-11-18T09:44:05+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/fullsizeoutput_14f8.jpeg?v=1542487445 NEW product- Newton's Patina Wax. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-to-create-and-aged-look-on-furniture 2018-12-24T08:29:27+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Before_After_chalk_paint.png?v=1545593367 How to create an aged look on furniture with our Chalk finish paint. Before and after chalk paint buffet https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-to-whitewash 2019-01-13T13:38:36+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_0246.JPG?v=1547339230 How to Whitewash. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-to-up-cycle-a-candlestick 2019-02-10T15:11:30+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/fullsizeoutput_1879.jpeg?v=1548215957 How to up cycle a Candlestick with Chalk paint. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/chalk-paint-varnish-new-product 2019-02-14T08:58:03+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/VARNISH.png?v=1550086882 Chalk paint Varnish-NEW PRODUCT. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/chalk-paint-and-efex-mouldings-demonstration-16-4-19 2019-03-11T13:36:57+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_0049.jpg?v=1551588521 Chalk paint and Efex mouldings demonstration 16/4/19 https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-colour-launched-midnight-navy 2019-04-14T10:26:56+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Midnight_Navy_Chalk_paint.jpg?v=1554868574 NEW colour launched Midnight Navy. Midnight Navy Chalk paint https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-in-store-designer-italian-brushes 2019-04-23T12:54:22+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/chalk_paint_brushes.png?v=1555980808 New in Store-Designer Italian brushes. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/inspiration-gallery-before-and-afters 2019-04-28T10:11:32+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_1521.jpeg?v=1556402162 Inspiration Gallery-before and afters https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/incredible-new-products-in-store 2019-07-11T10:24:28+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/633950v2.jpg?v=1559954678 EXCITING new products in store. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-colour-in-store-now 2019-07-29T18:12:54+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/fullsizeoutput_1f42.jpeg?v=1564263346 Chalk paint NEW colour. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-chalk-paint-colour-aqua 2019-08-13T07:53:06+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Amalfi_Blue_copy.png?v=1565405201 Chalk paint tips & another new colour. Aqua. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/6-chalk-painting-tips-for-beginner 2020-12-13T10:55:28+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/082d5ce2697100431f5b3d8588b22e3a-2.jpg?v=1577490356 4 Chalk Painting tips for Beginners. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/fabulous-new-products-for-your-projects 2019-09-17T07:49:58+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/642341_1.jpg?v=1568663398 Fabulous NEW products for your projects. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/learn-about-seawash 2022-01-04T15:58:13+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/seawashpwder.jpg?v=1573773069 SeaWash® Vintage texture powder. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/who-is-newtons-paints 2020-02-25T11:46:13+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/newtons_diy_made_easy_me.jpeg?v=1582518731 Who is Newton's Paints? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/current-despatch-delays-clarification 2020-04-27T09:01:49+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/newtons_diy_made_easy_me_397a6278-3711-4dd4-b87d-7a39f657d73f.jpeg?v=1585447174 Current despatch delays clarification. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/what-is-tortured-artist-syndrome 2020-12-13T10:51:38+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/background-of-floor-boards-paint-cans-and-brush-picture-id598689394-2.jpg?v=1586407232 What is "Tortured artist syndrome"? Chalk painting tips https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/do-i-need-to-seal-chalk-paint 2020-05-24T09:58:23+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Photo_12-08-17_7_38_02_AM_095fbeeb-0dac-417b-94bc-c56fdcb6d039.jpg?v=1590271103 Does Chalk Paint need to be sealed? Newtons Traditional Beeswax sealer for Chalk Paint https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/lay-buy-mania-15-off-storewide 2020-11-04T10:58:39+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Mania_Lockup_826x544_-_Black_Fill.png?v=1604432832 LAY BUY MANIA-15% OFF 24 HOURS ONLY! 5th Nov. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/see-my-latest-weekend-project 2021-05-18T07:55:45+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/AEC65F36-D046-439D-9AFB-65AE07867C74.jpg?v=1621281044 TUTORIAL: Chalk painting a side table. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/tips-on-applying-decor-transfers 2021-03-20T12:49:00+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/pr642358_1.jpg?v=1616197740 Tips on Applying Decor Transfers. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-loyalty-rewards-club-the-colour-club 2021-08-10T08:41:26+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Unsplash_ZLTlHeKbh04.jpg?v=1628539526 NEW loyalty rewards club "The Colour Club" Newtons Colour Club https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-to-paint-furniture-with-chalk-paint 2022-02-06T17:41:07+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/chalk_painting_furniture-2.jpg?v=1644108966 How to paint furniture with Chalk Paint. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/chalk-paint-versus-mineral-paint 2022-08-13T10:54:07+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Chalk_paint_Mineral_paint-5.jpg?v=1660344114 Chalk Paint versus Mineral Paint Chalk paint versus Mineral Paint Which is best? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/what-makes-malibu-mineral-paint-so-special 2022-10-20T08:58:58+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Malibualoe_colour_cream.png?v=1666209446 What makes MALIBU Mineral Paint so special.? https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/how-do-i-choose-a-colour-to-paint-my-furniture 2023-01-07T15:38:20+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/ShutterstockBasic_150290681.jpg?v=1673058725 How do I choose a colour to paint my furniture? Painted table https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-redesign-kacha-transfers-stencils-gold-leaf-and-colour 2023-02-04T15:30:13+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Dusty_Rose.jpg?v=1675300249 NEW Redesign Kacha Transfers, Stencils Gold leaf and a NEW Chalk Paint colour. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/chalk-paint-101 2023-04-02T10:24:34+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/Smoke_Grey_Hutch.jpg?v=1680387646 Chalk Paint 101 https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/xmas-holiday-sale 2023-12-16T14:28:54+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/ShutterstockBasic_2127887210-3.jpg?v=1702690107 Xmas Holiday SALE/ Holiday despatch dates. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/introducing-2-new-chalk-paint-colours 2024-01-28T10:26:31+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/6_x_4_in-2.png?v=1706177173 Unveiling the best Chalk Paint Browns for your home. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/should-i-restain-my-old-furniture-or-paint-it 2024-03-30T13:57:28+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/72752392_2453317371449274_126531811009363968_n.jpg?v=1710106213 The Benefits of Chalk Painting vs. Restoring Furniture https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/painting-in-winter 2024-06-08T11:30:22+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/openart-image_TZwgmQor_1717801276303_raw.png?v=1717801377 Hot tips for Using Paint in Cold Temperatures https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/confessions-of-a-painting-addict-how-furniture-painting-can-take-over-your-life-and-living-room 2024-06-19T13:17:50+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/openart-image_Vv_R8YQC_1718757767500_raw.jpg?v=1718758969 Confessions of a Painting addict: How Furniture Painting can take over your life (and living room) https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/very-exciting-news 2024-10-06T10:54:48+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/savingPNG_68.jpg?v=1728164465 Exciting news! Newton’s Store opening in Nelson! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-in-store-decoupage-napkins 2025-04-20T10:23:00+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_4694_2.jpg?v=1745101380 NEW PRODUCT: How to decoupage with Napkins. https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/from-brushstroke-dreams-to-boutique-success-the-story-behind-newton-s-paints 2025-06-12T11:51:36+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/aLI_customer.jpg?v=1749685896 From Brushstroke Dreams to Boutique Success: The Story Behind Newton’s Paints Ali Newton with customer showing her a colour chart https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/we-re-taking-a-break-here-s-a-treat-for-you 2025-08-17T09:33:37+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/0A61CEEA-15A7-4FE5-BDB3-CC13627F7162_abf0df89-91c5-4ac3-8f8b-a3d991829848.png?v=1755380017 We’re taking a break- here’s a treat for you! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/why-everyone-s-talking-about-our-nelson-workshops 2025-09-25T10:24:29+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_5498_2_4f5b86e4-9855-4cb6-b636-01bc710e6dcf.jpg?v=1758752669 Why Everyone’s Talking About Our Nelson Workshops ✨ Students enjoying creative art workshop at Newton's Paints Nelson location https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/one-week-only-20-off-our-nz-chalk-mineral-paints 2025-10-12T21:00:27+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/6AE0FD4C-777E-40B2-AB42-B16699176D0B_4baeb180-e7f1-4514-bddb-21c79702a3cd.png?v=1760256027 🎨 One Week Only — 20% Off Our NZ Chalk & Mineral Paints! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/introducing-our-new-designer-decoupage-napkin-collection 2025-12-10T16:07:13+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/napkinsig.png?v=1765336033 Introducing Our New Designer Decoupage Napkin Collection Designer decoupage napkins collection featuring floral, coastal and vintage European patterns for furniture upcycling and DIY craft projects https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/new-chalk-paint-colours-willow-empress-denim 2026-03-05T22:11:29+13:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/4CA93DBF-5969-4537-8D64-85CE85987505.png?v=1772701889 New Chalk Paint Colours: Willow, Empress & Denim Newton's Paints new chalk paint colours - Willow, Empress and Denim swatches https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/auckland-workshops-expression-of-interest 2026-04-05T17:02:48+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/IMG_5919_2.jpg?v=1775365368 Could Auckland Be Our Next Workshop Location? We'd Love to Know! https://www.newtonspaints.co.nz/blogs/news/passion-creativity-the-timeless-art-of-decoupage 2026-07-01T14:02:03+12:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0788/4307/articles/FB4F7CD2-A7E4-4B3C-A33F-651C6BAD1360_e23437cf-77ab-40e0-a74a-93a2540c77b6.png?v=1782871323 Passion, creativity & the Timeless Art of Decoupage Decorated scallop shells using decoupage technique with decorative napkins by Newton's Paints & Crafts NZ