Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Stylish and Sustainable Homewares
Founded by sisters Anna and Penny in 2001, Carnival Homewares has established itself as a leader in sourcing globally inspired textiles while maintaining a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Our team operates from a Melbourne studio, blending creativity with functionality to craft products that cater to coastal, country, and city lifestyles. We prioritize environmentally friendly materials, including recycled plastics and natural fibers, and actively support Fair Trade initiatives by collaborating with artisans in Bangladesh. Our designs are developed in-house and refined through direct communication with suppliers, ensuring both originality and quality. We champion Australian creativity by commissioning local artists to produce exclusive graphics and prints.With over two decades of experience, we combine global influences with local expertise to deliver homewares that are stylish, functional, and socially conscious. Our dedication to ethical production is demonstrated through regular supplier workplace inspections and partnerships with charities like Special Olympics and Koala Kids. We guarantee products that meet international safety standards while offering guilt-free purchases for a greener future. Our customer-centric approach ensures transparency in operations, from eco-conscious manufacturing to fair labor practices. This enduring commitment to quality, creativity, and responsibility continues to define our brand as we expand our reach across Australia and internationally.
Services
Jute Rugs
Fair Trade Products
Eco-Friendly Homewares
Custom Textile Designs
Ethical Sourcing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of expertise in ethical homeware design and sourcing
- Our products use recycled and natural materials to minimize environmental impact
- We support Fair Trade artisans in Bangladesh through jute product purchases
- Our Melbourne studio creates exclusive designs in collaboration with local artists
- We conduct regular supplier workplace inspections to ensure ethical practices
What people say
Stylish designs
Ethical sourcing
High quality
Eco-friendly
Unique products
Services
Jute Floor Rugs
Our jute floor rugs combine durability with natural aesthetics, crafted from sustainably sourced fibers. These eco-friendly rugs are handwoven by skilled artisans in Bangladesh, supporting Fair Trade initiatives. Each piece brings organic texture and warmth to modern interiors while maintaining environmental consciousness.
Fair Trade Homewares
Our Fair Trade certified homewares empower artisan communities through sustainable employment opportunities. These products adhere to strict ethical standards, ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions. By purchasing these items, customers directly support social development programs in underserved regions.
Custom Textile Designs
Our Melbourne-based design team creates exclusive patterns and prints for homewares, blending global influences with local sensibilities. The process involves collaborative workshops with emerging artists to produce distinctive pieces that reflect current design trends while maintaining timeless appeal for diverse interior styles.
Eco-Friendly Furnishings
Our eco-conscious furnishings utilize recycled materials and natural fibers to minimize environmental impact. From production to packaging, we implement green practices that reduce carbon footprint without compromising on style or quality. These products cater to environmentally aware consumers seeking responsible home decor solutions.
Ethical Sourcing
Our ethical sourcing framework ensures all products meet rigorous social and environmental standards. We maintain direct relationships with suppliers, conducting regular facility inspections to verify compliance with fair labor practices and sustainability commitments across our global supply chain.
People
Anna
Co-Founder
Co-founder Anna brings two decades of design expertise, blending global influences with Australian sensibilities to create homewares that balance style and sustainability.
Penny
Co-Founder
Co-founder Penny oversees ethical sourcing operations, ensuring all products meet Fair Trade standards while supporting artisan communities in developing regions through sustainable employment.
Questions
What makes Carnival Homewares products eco-friendly?
We use recycled materials, natural fibers, and sustainable production methods to minimize environmental impact across our product range.
Are Carnival Homewares products Fair Trade certified?
Our jute range supports Fair Trade artisans in Bangladesh, though not all products carry formal certification.
How do you ensure ethical production practices?
We conduct regular supplier workplace inspections and maintain direct relationships with producers to verify ethical labor conditions.
Can I purchase Carnival Homewares products in stores?
We offer online sales and wholesale options, with products available through selected stockists Australia-wide.
What shipping options are available?
We provide standard shipping with express options available upon request for Australian customers.
Do you offer returns or exchanges?
We accept returns for faulty items only, with exchanges processed within 14 days of receipt for Australian orders.
