1. A voucher to a 1 day screenprinting class, Arcade Screenprinting, $200.00
Not only will you loved one be able to learn all the basics to screenprinting, he or she will also be able to make his or her own screen printed t-shirt.
2. Christmas teal towel, Maya Muse, $24.00
How cute is Maya’s print. What’s more, they are lovingly printed by hand using eco friendly textile ink.
3. Custom book illustration, Forgotten Fancies (aka Carmen), $85.00
Not sure what to get for your book nerd? Why not a custom illustration of his/her favourite book?
4. Crayon necklace, Made by White, $48.00
Who doesn’t want to carry a colourful box of crayon with them everywhere they go?
5. Custom made dress, Me & Oli from $145.00
First choose the outfit you want, than pick a pattern illustrated by the lovely Lalita from Me and Oli. I especially love her woodland animal print.
6. Miranda Skoczek plate for Douglas & Hope, Douglas & Hope, $25.00
A beautifully designed plate that would be perfect to serve cake on.
1. Rationale Skincare, from $42.00
These products are amazing! You know how every skincare brand promises to change your skin and then you buy it and nothing happens? Well this actually does amazing things for your skin and fast. They also send tests of the range before you buy so you can see if it suits you which is great I have never ever been so impressed with skin product before, I wish I took before and after photos haha.
2. Lonely Lingerie, Lonely Hearts, $40 – $150
These ladies make beautiful undies that are much more exciting than everything else around and at a really great price! Lots of pretty lace and lovely shapes. I love them!
3. Plants, Fitzroy Nursery $5 – $400
I am obsessed with plants at the moment. After moving into a warehouse space I am focused on creating a little tropical hideaway with amazing palms and tropical flowers. It is amazing how satisfying it is to watch something grow. My favourite neighbourhood nursery is Fitzroy Nursery on Brunswick Street in Melbourne. Plants are a great gift for an inner city pal needing some air enhancing home decoration.
4. Spike Bracelet, D_Luxe Liberty, $450
I have one of these in gold and I love to stack it with vintage pieces, I think I need another one to make the stack extra amazing.
5. Art prints and merchandise, Kelly Thompson, $20 – $600
Art is an amazing gift for any person, not only does it last and makes you home look beautiful, it also helps support our local creative industries which is very important. I sell a large range of pieces, from postcard packs, gift vouchers, open edition and limited edition prints. If you shop now I have 25% off in my facebook shop until Dec 20th. You can see my facebook shop here or head to my website for the full range. I also have an open studio and you can make bookings to view and purchase framed pieces.
6. Blue Lace Agate Ring, Nga Waiata, about $360.00
Not only do I think these rings are beautiful, they are also made from recycled native NZ woods and the stones are hand picked for their life enhancing attributes, different stones do different things. Nga Waiata is also an amazing warm, talented woman and deserves every bit of reward from her product.
1. ‘This Street Has No Name’ photographic print, Trevor King, from $200.00
I’m a huge fan of Trevor King’s photography. He’s recent collection of prints remind me of driving along on country roads with the music blaring and the cool coastal breeze flowing through the car.
2. Surfboard, Outereef, from $630.00
You can never have too many surfboards in your quiver. I’ve just recently placed an order for a board from Outereef, but another wouldn’t hurt. It’s nice being able to go into a surf shop where you can talk to person who is going to be shaping your board. Ensuring you get something that truly suits you.
3. 2012 Calendar, Matt Irwin, $34.95
Matt Irwin has a way of capturing the essence of all the cities he’s visited and been too, especially Melbourne. He’s calendars make to perfect gift for anyone who has an interest in Melbourne and it’s culture.
4. Melissa Lua Feather Sandals, Melissa Australia, $65.00
I’ve always wanted to own a pair of Melissa shoes but I’ve never quite been able to find a pair that I thought ‘That’s what I want’. Then I spotted the Lua Feather Sandals and they’re just perfect.
5. ‘Sea Turtle’ Stencil Artwork, Nicole Tattersall, $250.00
‘Sea Turtle’ is just one of the many stencil pieces I have available in various galleries throughout Australia including Art Boy Gallery in Prahran and Retrospect Galleries in Byron Bay and Broadbeach.
6. Ceramic Camera Pendant, Elk Accessories, $69.00
Elk create some of the most beautiful accessories. This ceramic camera pendant would make the perfect gift for any photography enthusiast.
1. Tealalicious Triceratops Earrings, Alter Ego Jewelry, $25.00
Handmade recycled vintage toys that come in an assortment of your choice of Dinosaur, Rawr! Using hypo-allergenic surgical steel earring backs
2. Orko He Man Neaklace, Nifty Vintage Neaklace, $25.00
Kitschy 80s cartoon cameo vintage beaded rainbow necklace. Nifty Vintage Necklace jewellery is unique, made from reusable materials, childlike and vintage of course!
3. Sundae Best Heel, Mod Cloth, $149.99
These vegan faux leather heels come served with blue-and-white stripes, ice cream and cupcake print, gold trim, a transparent heel, and a sundae charm adorning the vamp.
4. Leggings, Miss Van X Anaoana, $91.00
Elastic waistband leggings that have different Artwork from Miss Van printed on each leg.
5. Gingerbread Man brooch, hair clip combo, TWiNKiE CHAN, $18.00
This holiday classic can bring you cheer all year around! TWiNKiE CHAN creates food-inspired scarves & other goodies
6. Eimi x Chubby Bunny Bow, Chubby Bunny, $35.00
Chubby Bunny the creator of the official Hello Kitty Bow teams up with Japanese artist Eimi
Remember to also check out the CURVY online shop for gift ideas!