The Workers Cottage

THE WORKERS COTTAGE AT BRIDGE STREET STUDIOS, NELSON.

The Workers Cottage Store is open!

I'm thrilled to offer a bricks and mortar location for those who are local or travelling through Nelson. Curated antiques and vintage in the heart of Nelson city!

FIND US: 123 Bridge Street, at the Bridge Street Studios. Walk through Sublime Cafe until you see our store tucked under the stairs.

HOURS: Thursday & Friday 9:30am - 2:00pm. The rest of the week? By chance or by appointment.

As featured in:

Antique French Earthenware Mixing Bowl with Pouring Lip

$220.00 NZD

Pair of Vintage Brass Candlesticks

$100.00 NZD

Brass Enamel Napkin Rings

$65.00 NZD

Italian Mid-Century Art Pottery Vase

$100.00 NZD

Meissen Blue Onion Oval Serving Platter

$150.00 NZD

Pair of Pressed Glass Art Deco Candlesticks

$100.00 NZD

Japanese Ikebana Vessel with Crackle Glaze

$85.00 NZD

M Schilz German Westerwald Stoneware Jug

$95.00 NZD

Shorter & Sons Lotus Bowl

$65.00 NZD

Beswick Rectangular Trough Planter

$85.00 NZD

Turned Onyx Baluster Vase

$65.00 NZD

Dutch Hindeloopen Folk Art Painted Wooden Bowl

$80.00 NZD

Frisian Folk Art Painted Tray

$90.00 NZD

Dutch Hindeloopen Folk Art Foot Warmer

$90.00 NZD

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NZ & AUS Shipping

Simple, transparent flat rates based on size.
Local Nelson pick-up is available by appointment near State Cinema. Enquire directly for bespoke furniture delivery quotes.

Packed to arrive safely

We use premium, heavy-duty methods -including double-boxing for fragile items - to ensure your item arrives in perfect condition. We prioritise recycled materials and plastic-free alternatives wherever possible.

How shipping works

We keep it simple. Shipping is calculated automatically at checkout based on the size of the largest item in your cart.

We use premium, heavy-duty packaging to ensure your vintage treasures arrive safely.

Urban Delivery: Simple flat rates for North and South Island.
Rural Delivery: Available for a small additional surcharge, please select this option at check out if you live at a rural address.
Oversized: Very large items and furniture require a custom shipping quote. Please get in touch before purchasing.

We love sending vintage treasures across the ditch! Shipping is calculated automatically at checkout based on the weight of your items.

If you are interested in very large items or furniture, please email us for a custom quote before purchasing.

Locals are welcome to collect their orders by appointment from our studio near the State Cinema in Nelson City.

Select "Pick up" at checkout, and we will email you to arrange a suitable time. We look forward to meeting you!

For furniture and oversized items, we specialise in arranging professional carriers to ensure safe delivery to your home or office. As these items require bespoke handling, please get in touch for a custom shipping quote before purchasing.

We carefully pack and dispatch orders on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday each week. You will receive a tracking number via email as soon as your parcel is on its way.

Typical delivery times:

South Island: 1–3 business days.
North Island: 2–5 business days.
Australia: 5 - 15 business days.

If you require urgent delivery or overnight shipping, please contact us directly and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Inside The Workers Cottage

Your Home & Garden visited our Nelson studio to talk renovations, photography, and the art of collecting.

Read the Feature

Woman sitting at a kitchen table with a dog, holding a mug.

Meet the Curator | Chrissy Irvine

The Workers Cottage is founded by fine-art photographer Chrissy Irvine.

With a background in Fine Arts and documentary photography, Chrissy approaches vintage with a photographer's eye. Her philosophy is simple: she only sources items she would have in her own home.

She looks past the clutter to find pieces with distinct personality - focusing on texture, form, and the kind of craftsmanship that is becoming harder to find.

As seen in Your Home & Garden - Photograph by Tim Williams.