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925 SILVER RING CLASS KIN GALLERY
KIN Gallery’s 925 silver ring workshop is the perfect introduction to studio jewellery making and the perfect experience to give to your creative loved one this Christmas. Participants will learn how to make a silver ring in an all day class and will leave with their own finished silver ring, and a skill set that they can apply to further studio lessons. Pop in to KIN Gallery and purchase a workshop voucher - it’s the perfect gift for the creative in your life!
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$200 per person Includes all required materials, tools and personalised instruction. KIN GALLERY
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kingallery.com.au 16 Lonsdale St, Braddon
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Gift Vouchers to the value of $150 come with a complimentary Mooi skincare product valued at $69 CLEAR COMPLEXIONS
clearcomplexions.com.au
CLEAR COMPLEXIONS
THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING! What’s better than the good feeling that comes from giving? Getting a free gift for yourself of course! For every Clear Complexions gift voucher you purchase over the value of $150, you’ll automatically receive a Mooi skincare product valued at $69 (with all the essential ingredients you need for beautiful, healthy skin).
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Around we go earrings $120 ALISON JACKSON
alisonjackson.com.au
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AROUND WE GO EARRINGS From Canberra Gold and Silversmith, Alison Jackson, come the hand crafted ‘Around We Go’ earrings. Beautiful statement pieces featuring a moving hoop that passes through the main stud, the earrings are available in sterling silver and oxidised silver.
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BESPOKE JEWELLERY Looking for a personalised Christmas present for someone you love? Independent Canberra-based jewellery business, Tangs Design, uses high quality components to make stunning keepsakes. Each piece is individually crafted to create jewellery you will treasure for a lifetime. Find Tang Designs at the Old Bus Depot Markets during December.
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Islamic Carpets Domed Magnets - Museum of Art $39.95 whiteapplegifts.com.au 2/29 Bentham St, Yarralumla
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Bespoke jewellery $30 ––– T A N G S D E S I G N tangsdesign.com.au
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Presence Tunic available in SM, MED, LRG $265 PURE POD
purepod.com.au/shop/ Shop/Dresses/PresenceTunic-hand-painted/
Dive straight into summer with this bright gladiator heel by Brazilian brand, Brazilio. This suede style shows off a mesmerising cobalt blue shade while featuring a fun strappy upper.
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PRESENCE TUNIC From Pure Pod’s high summer ‘Trouvaille Collection’ - something lovely discovered by chance. Presence Tunic is a beautifully hand painted design by The Lake House Studios and artist Caroline Deeble. Each tunic will be a unique artwork in itself and no two dresses will be the same. The dress is made from hemp and organic cotton and fully lined. It has great accent angled pockets and an opening at the back neck with back tie.
It’s a party on your feet! Acid colours combine in these Taylor sling backs for a perfect statement shoe. Made in Brazil by Brazilio, they’re the perfect accessory for a sultry summer night.
Visit the Pure Pod website to purchase your very own wearable piece of art — made to order. * Please note models are very tall and the production will be slightly longer to the knee, depending on your height.
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Blue shoes $235. Pink shoes $220
mania-shoes.com.au Shop 2 Manuka Arcade, Manuka
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‘Kilchurn in Summer’ Linen Throw $225 ‘Edinburgh in Spring’ Linen Cushion $109 OH MABEL
ohmabel.com.au
Inspired by childhood memories and hand made from the Gudgenby Homestead in Namadgi National Park, the 130 x 200cm throw is made from silky soft linen and organic cotton lace.
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Ceramic ‘crystal bowl’ planters. Handmade in Melbourne, $45 (plants not included). In the daylight Christmas card. Designed and printed in Australia $6.95. Rose gold Christmas bell $6.95. COST
‘EDINBURGH IN SPRING’ LINEN CUSHION Made from sustainable linen the 40x60cm cushion features organic cotton buttons and an eco-friendly insert and is inspired by family memories.
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Jewellery prices from $35. Ceramic bird ornament $22 ––– S H O P G I R L F L O W E R G I R L –––
instagram.com/shopgirlflowergirl • 1/13 Edgar St, Ainslie
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EUROPEAN DESIGNER DRESSES Give your Christmas a certain je ne sais quoi with these stunning designer tops from Polish label, Eldar, imported by Manuka’s French Shop Online. Feminine and flattering, Ilanda, Joko and Colett are all European best sellers. You’ll also find a wonderful variety of authentic products from France instore, from fashion to homewares and gift ideas.
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Natalia (top middle) sizes S to XL $62 Marciana (lower middle) available in black and white, sizes S to XL $60 Ilanda (top right) sizes S to XXXL $68 Joko (lower right) available in black and white, sizes S to XXXL $62 Colett (left) sizes S to XL $75 FRENCH SHOP ONLINE
frenchshoponline.com.au Manuka Village, 31-37 Bouganville St, Manuka
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DILKARA HAMPER Spoil someone – or yourself – with this beautiful hamper overflowing with Dilkara Essence of Australia Products. Bearing the Aboriginal name for ‘rainbow’, Dilkara is the first range of hair care products utilising native Australian ingredients sourced from local Indigenous communities. Certified organic, elements include Kakadu Plum extract, Lilly Pilly Berry, Quandong, Lemon Myrtle, Tea Tree Oil, Eucalytpus Blue Gum Oil and Native Peppermint Oil.
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T I M B E R & TA I L O R
timberandtailor.com Ori Building 30 Lonsdale St, Braddon –––
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Dilkara Hamper $150 ––– D I L K A R A dilkaraessenceofaustralia.com.au
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Top right: Carly Limited Edition leather backpack (orange) $115 Top left: Summer tote (black/stone) $45 Lower left: Heather limited edition leather handbag (grey) $130 SASH & BELLE
sash-belle.com.au
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Polka Luka resin jewellery and homewares. Prices vary, see site for details. POLKA LUKA
polkaluka.com.au
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SASH & BELLE
AUSTRALIAN HANDBAGS Sash & Belle is a new Australian handbag label located right here in Canberra and is born from a desire to provide women with stylish, unique and timeless handbags. They offer a gorgeous range of premium quality handbags, totes, clutch bags, wallets and purses to suit every style and at a very affordable price. Putting quality and style at the heart of what we do, Sash and Belle has a passion for fashion and all things chic. Visit the website or catch them as at Three Sixty Fashion Market, Gold Creek Markets and Fash n Treasure.
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––– Mad Rabbit Kicking Tiger (MRKT) briefcase also with shoulder strap in smart felt $190 COST
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timberandtailor.com Ori Building, 30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon –––
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Uniquely Geek - Geek Fridge Magnets $19.95 WHITE APPLE GIFTS
whiteapplegifts.com.au • 2/29 Bentham St, Yarralumla –––
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Mad Millie Italian cheese kit $54.95 WHITE APPLE GIFTS
whiteapplegifts.com.au • 2/29 Bentham St, Yarralumla –––
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Men’s Gift Set $100 boxed, $95 unboxed. Marble Pen $75. Saffino Leather Journal $20. COUNTRY HOUSE MANUKA
countryhousemanuka.com 44 Franklin St, Manuka
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MERMAID GEAR WOLFIE
Who doesn’t imagine being a mermaid!? Give the gift of a mermaid tail this Christmas and make your your little one’s dreams come true! The Mahina Merfin is a unique mono-fin – made with recycled rubber. One of the first eco friendly fins, they are soft, flexible and functional and will give you the speed and agility of any fish in the ocean. The merfin is great pool toy, a wonderful snorkeling fin or swimming device for fitness - not to mention it is incredibubble fun! It is safe to use, with just one flick of the ankle strap the legs are free and your land legs are back. Merfins start from size 6 right up to the biggest of feet and can be paired with merman bikinis, legs and rashies to make sure you look like the real deal this summer!
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Scooters for one year olds to grandparents start from $135 (10% off to HerCanberra Readers). Scoota Headz $29.95 WOLFIE
shop.wearwolfie.com.au
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Lil Merfins from $49.95 Original Fins $99.95 Swim Set - Bikini and Merlegs $69.95 WOLFIE
shop.wearwolfie.com.au Manuka Terrace, Flinders Way, Manuka
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T H E C R E AT I V E MUSTER
WALL SHIELDS Perspex mirror, glitter and sustainable plywood wall shields. Handmade in Canberra by Laura Varsanyi, The Creative Muster.
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Bunny and Balloon Wall Sticker $129 ––– S C H M O O K S schmooks.com.au
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$99 each ––– T H E C R E A T I V E M U S T E R thecreativemuster.com.au
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Bunny Ears Wall Hook $29
M E E T. G AT H E R . C O L L E C T.
meetgathercollect.com.au 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda –––
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Ruby Red Shoes Doll $59.95 WHITE APPLE GIFTS
whiteapplegifts.com.au 2/29 Bentham St, Yarralumla –––
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Ever Earth Rocking Horse $139.99 C H I L D P L AY T O Y S
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childplaytoys.com.au • 22 Colbee Court, Phillip –––
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Solid American oak food board. Three colour options available $75 M E E T. G AT H E R . C O L L E C T.
meetgathercollect.com.au 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda ––– BLISS GARDEN & G I F T WA R E
SPIRAL AND STARLIGHT PLANTERS Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the Angus & Celeste classic hanging planters not only look fabulous but are also totally functional! Suspended with a super fine, high-strength, stainless steel hanging system. These planters are suitable for a wide variety of plants and fantastic for people with small spaces.
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Starting from $89.95 B L I S S G A R D E N & G I F T WA R E
blissgardengiftware.com.au 8 Beltana Rd, Pialligo
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The South Coast Cookbook 2 a brand new local food publication $39.95 QUICKSAND FOOD
quicksandfood.com –––
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INDOOR/OUTDOOR POTS These amazing indoor/outdoor pots work in any home. Hand painted and designed by a creative family in Brisbane. Available in four different sizes with multiple colour and design options. Enjoy looking instore and finding your favourite. Designed and Made by ‘Arc and Family’ In Australia.
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Hammamas towel range available in various colours and patterns $39 each BIRDSNEST
birdsnest.com.au/brands/hammamas –––
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Indoor/outdoor pots (vary in size) $89 - $265
meetgathercollect.com.au • 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda
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ONE TWO TREE AUSTRALIAN MADE PLYWOOD XMAS TREES Bring something beautiful, bespoke and modern to your home with this eco-friendly, stylish alternative to the traditional Christmas tree from One Two Tree. It arrives flatpacked with easy-to-follow instructions for instant assemblage – just add bling with their lovingly handmade ceramic Christmas stars, naturally unglazed and wrapped in rainbow string ready to hang on your One Two Tree. All of this homegrown company’s wooden products are made from untreated highgrade Australian hoop pine plywood grown in managed plantations in the Yarraman region of Queensland, Australia.
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Lantern with Fairy Lights $59.95
whiteapplegifts.com.au 2/29 Bentham St, Yarralumla
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85cm Plywood Christmas Tree $389 150cm Plywood Christmas Tree $589 Message me boards from $120. Letters, numbers and symbols are $7 each Ceramic stars (sold as a set of 5) $XX timberandtailor.com Ori Building, 30 Lonsdale St, Braddon
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COUNTRY HOUSE MANUKA Campo Marzio gifts are like romantic and ironic tales that instantly take you and your beloved ones to a magical world. With a vast array of warm and brilliant colours and a mix of different materials, Campo Marzio transform the joy of giving into an unique and unforgettable experience. Available exclusively at Country House Manuka. ––– COST
Tote $45. Spotted Pen and Ballpoint pen $35. Fountain pen $38. Saffino Leather Journal $20. Necklace Pen $63. Dual Coloured Document Holder $59. COUNTRY HOUSE MANUKA
countryhousemanuka.com 44 Franklin St, Manuka
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MADE FROM GOOD DEEDS
CALENDAR, HANGAR + PLATFORM Calendar. Made From Good Deeds’ signature desk calendar is designed to help you add good deeds in your life. Each calendar month has three unique deeds for you to leave a positive impact in the world. Every card is lovingly letter pressed and the minimalist design makes it a perfect addition to any home, apartment or office.
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Hangar. Display your favourite prints, artwork or vintage maps to their best advantage. This simple but stylish hanging solution is guaranteed to look great in your home or office. The no fuss magnet attachment holds your prints without damage while also allowing you to switch prints when you expand your collection. Simply insert your print, adjust and hang. Platform. Keep your essentials within reach with Platform 3, the perfect desk organiser for your phone, keys and coins — or anything else you can’t leave home without. Platform 3 has the added option of displaying your prints, cards and even your MFGD calendar. All products are designed, printed and handmade in Australia. ––– COST
MFGD 2016 Calendar (lower left) $50 The Hangar from $40 Platform 3 $90 MADE FROM GOOD DEEDS
madefromgooddeeds.com
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COHEN GUM DESIGNER. ILLUSTRATOR. ARTIST. Local artist, Cohen Gum has illustrated for Harley Davidson & Imagination Games and in 2014, launched his first solo art exhibition titled ‘Poke Something That Bites’ at Nishi Gallery.
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Cohen’s range of cushions feature original illustrated patterns, rich in detail, colour and the artist’s distinctively dark themes. Individually cut, machine sewn and stitched by local textile artist Jacynta Waldron, the 35cm x 35cm cushions are made of high quality organic cotton sateen. The American Apparel 2001 Fine Jersey Short Sleeve T-Shirts (shown in heather grey) also feature unique custom illustrations by Cohen. Available in XS, S, M, L and XL. ––– COST
Anxiety Epidemic Cushion (top left) $89.95 Poke Something That Bites Cushion (lower left) $89.95 The Nine T-Shirt (top left) $45.00 Eyeballs T-Shirt (lower left) $89.95 Poke Something That Bites T-Shirt (right) $89.95 COHEN GUM
cohengum.com
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Bespoke
TREAT ME BOX Treat Me Box is your personal stylist in a box! No two boxes are the same, each designed with your recipient’s colour, style and even TV preferences in mind. Packages arrive beautifully wrapped and packed with a bespoke selection of leading brands, local boutique items and up-andcoming designers.
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All Purchases made through the website. Accessory box $99 Treat me box $199 Pet boxes from $49 Baby boxes from $99 Male treat me box $199 T R E AT M E B OX
treatmebox.com.au
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SEND HOPE NOT FLOWERS Send Hope Christmas cards. 100% of the card price will go directly to maternal health projects in developing countries. You can read more at sendhope.org
seas n’s greetings
This Christmas you can do something more meaningful than giving someone a card or a gift. You can help save a life. Send Hope Not Flowers is an Australian charity which works to help mothers give birth safely in the developing world. In countries such as Papua New Guinea, remote parts of Indonesia, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu, women who become pregnant often find that their life is at risk. In these countries, as many as one in 20 women is expected to die due to complications of childbirth. Send Hope Not Flowers raises money to train midwives and local village birth attendants, provide emergency obstetric equipment, upgrade maternity hospitals and promote greater awareness of the risk of maternal mortality across the developing world.
GERANIUM HOUSE CHRISTMAS SPECIALS
Set on 135 acres of Australian bush, Geranium House is an award winning boutique day spa within easy commuting distance to Canberra. Geranium House offers both luxury spa packages and paramedical skin care services in secluded and relaxing surrounds.
When someone you know has a baby, make sure to Send Hope Not Flowers. Have a look at our range of cards, or just make a donation because you like the idea of a world where more mothers survive to raise their babies. In the meantime, the Send Hope team wishes you and yours a very Merry Christmas.
The Well-Being package includes a de-stress aromatherapy massage, ayurvedic scalp massage, & hydrating facial. Complimentary eye contour treatment included.
sendhope.org
The Deluxe Package which incorporates a body scrub, detox wrap with steam and vichy shower, de-stress mind aromatherapy massage, high performance facial with rejuvenating max 7, eye contour treatment & luxury spa pedicure. Includes a complimentary mini manicure.
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The Well-Being package $265, save $45 The Deluxe Package $425, save $65
Gift Vouchers available. GERANIUM HOUSE
geraniumhouse.com.au • 154 Fairview Rd, Springrange –––
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10 cards for $30
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The new look Lerida Estate drops are a great gift option for the wine connoisseur in your house this Christmas. They’ll also bring smiles to any festive gathering so go local and pick up a bottle or two (or three) from this Halliday 5-star winery at Lake George.
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Our favourite for the silly season is the Zenzi ($16.50), a fun and delicately sparkling, fruity pink that is hard to beat when served ice cold on a summer evening. We also love the Amara ($16.50) which blends Viognier, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay to deliver a delicate fruit flavour with a hint of sweetness.
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leridaestate.com.au Old Federal Highway, Collector
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And you can’t go past the Lerida Estate Pinot Noir ($26.50 for 2013, $65 for the premium 2012 Josephine), the wine that put it on the map. The soil conditions and aspect at Lake George mirror those of the premium Pinot Noir growing areas in Burgundy, France so that explains why this wine is one of the best around.
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WILD BRUMBY GIN T H R E D B O VA L L E Y D I S T I L L E R Y
High quality spirit is infused with a blend of Australian botanicals for over 10 years, then distilled in “Florence”, Wild Brumby’s small batch pot still, with the addition of aromatic herbs and spices, juniper and a threesome of organic citrus grown in their family orchard. This traditionally crafted gin is round and complex, with a fresh Australian twist. Brewed just down the road in Thredbo.
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––– Babic Biscuiteers gourmet biscuits $3.50. Baked with love by local Canberra based husband and wife team. Made without preservatives and the texture is crunchy and crumbly at the same time. Visit their Facebook page for stockists. BABIC BISCUITEERS
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$65 for 500ml WILD BRUMBY GIN
wildbrumby.com
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SPARKLING SHIRAZ QUARRY HILL
Made in the methode champenoise style, this is silky, smooth Sparkling Shiraz with a fine mousse, showing red fruit and plum pudding. It’s the product of 15 months in barrel and then an extended four years on lees in the same bottle in which you receive it. There’s sweetness, but it’s restrained to allow the quality of the excellent 2008 vintage to show through. James Halliday gave it 94 points, and pretty much everyone who tries it falls in love with it.
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750mL bottles $35
QUARRY HILL
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Coffee Discovery Subscription - $24 per month. A three month membership is a great Christmas gift option! DRUM & DRY
drumanddry.com.au –––
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Premium Cool Climate wines produced by local family business Shaw Vineyard Estate. The range includes Sparkling Wine, Red, White and Dessert Wines. C O S T Prices range from $15 to $45. Pictured: Shaw Vineyard Estate 2013 Sparkling Cuvee $22.
Give the gift of a great start to the day with bespoke Muesli from The Muesli Bar. Mix and match your own muesli to your exacting tastes. They also offer hampers and gift vouchers for all budgets.
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themueslibarcanberra.com.au
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––– Handmade & Hand painted Italian Ceramics. Shaw Vineyard Estate’s Cellar Door houses over 2000 pieces of handmade and handpainted Ceramics exclusively sourced from Italy. C O S T Prices range from $16 to $250. Item pictured is $190. S H AW V I N E YA R D S
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Fruit mince jars $18. Sweet chilli & spice ham glaze $14. Cranberry jelly $8.50. Chilli jam $14.50. Salted dulce du leche $13.50. Cranberry & quinoa stuffing mix $8.50. Fig, sage & wild rice stuffing mix $8.50. Murray river chilli salt $3.90. Murray river lemon & thyme salt $3.90. Spice rub for lamb $3.50. Salad seeds $4.50. Lavoche crisp bread $7.50
shawvineyards.com.au –––
DINNER RUSH
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