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BIJOUX JEWELLERS A leading force in jewellery design, Bijoux stocks exclusive pieces from around the world and defines luxury for customers with individual, unique and distinctive style. 14ct White Gold Sapphire & Diamond necklace $3900 18ct White Gold Black Sapphire & Diamond ring $4700 Sterling Silver cuff $900
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––– 5/11 Bougainville Street, Manuka 02 6162 1117 bijouxjewellers.com
ZHEANAE SALON CLASSIC EYELASH EXTENSIONS
Give the gift of lush, full lashes this Christmas (or perhaps spoil yourself) with this Full Set of Classic Eyelash Extensions from Zheanae. You’ll be amazed at how they make your eyes pop. $100 for two hours. Gift Vouchers available. zheanae.com
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BRAZILIAN BUTTERFLY BODY ESSENTIALS
Essentials Body Wash contains the essential oils of tea tree and lavender, combined with the supreme moisturising qualities of aloe vera to help soothe and rejuvenate irritated, dry skin. RRP $18.
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Brazilian Butterfly’s Essentials Body Scrub gently exfoliates and rehydrates your skin. The natural properties of tea tree and lavender, combined with the calming benefits of aloe and chamomile, will leave you with amazingly soft skin. RRP $18.
––– 1st floor, 21-23 Garema Place, Canberra City 02 6247 6000 brazilianbutterfly.com
Ideal for use after hair removal treatments and with the supreme moisturising qualities of aloe vera, tea tree and sweet almond oil, Essentials Body Lotion will soothe and rejuvenate your skin. RRP $18.
POLKA LUKA JEWELLERY & HOMEWARES
Bring a pop of colour to your outfit or interior with Polka Luka handmade resin jewellery and homewares. ––– Available at their Christmas Pop Up at The Front Gallery, Lyneham Shops. Open 9.30am to 7pm daily until 22 December. polkaluka.com.au
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TECHNI LISS ACTIVE
SUPRÊME JEUNESSE NUIT
Techni Liss Active is the ideal daily anti-ageing treatment for deep wrinkles. The formula mimics the skin’s repair process to correct wrinkles; smooth, plump and fill the skin; and reduce the length and depth of wrinkles. Its melting and velvety texture nourishes and softens skin. RRP $129.
Used each evening, Suprême Jeunesse Nuit uses a chrono-biologically released active ingredient to replenish youthfulness all night long, fighting damage accumulated during the day. Its cutting-edge formula concentrates innovative anti-ageing actions to effectively fight the signs of aging. RRP $210.
UNI SKIN CONCENTRÉ PERLES
This light perfector serum fights the cellular dysfunction at the origin of skin complexion irregularities (pigmented spots, dull complexion, scars and redness). It reveals the luminosity of the skin, re-plumps the skin and erases the signs of ageing. RRP $145.
MUDD THE SPA Give the gift of beautiful skin this Christmas (or spoil yourself!) with these PAYOT products from Mudd The Spa. ––– Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton 02 6162 0909 mudd.com.au
UNI SKIN JOUR
PERFORM SCULPT ROLL-ON
PAYOT’s unifying and perfecting complexion cream helps achieve a unified, corrected and illuminated skin. SPF 15 Protection. RRP $129.
The anti-gravity weapon! The ideal everyday treatment for fighting a double chin and redesigning the facial oval thanks to acti-lift complex, which works on tissue slackening at all skin levels: dermal restructuring action, reinforcement of dermal and epidermal cohesion and surface skin tensor effect. RRP $103.
SUN SENSI HUILE PROTECTRICE CORPS ANTI-ÂGE
Sun Sensi SPF50+ Huile Corps et Cheveux is a non-greasy protective anti-ageing tanning oil with vitamin complex. Its high sun protection factor makes it suitable for strong or extreme sun exposure, wrapping the body in a protective veil for a beautiful, intense tan. RRP $65.
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MOMENTO DEZIGNS Give someone you love something they’ll love! A Momento Dezigns Gift Voucher is the perfect present this Christmas and comes in its own beautifully gift wrapped box. Momento Dezigns in Manuka is the fashion destination for an elevated shopping experience. With over 100 labels to choose from, Momento has curated some of the most coveted designer labels in daywear, corporate, eveningwear, shoes and accessories for the discerning female - across all ages, sizes and prices. All Momento stylists are trained to educate women in the art of using clothes to build confidence and enhance personal and professional identities for all the events and stages of life. ––– 17 Bougainville Street, Manuka. 02 6295 1146 momentodezigns.com.au
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THE BEACH PEOPLE ROUND TOWELS
These gorgeous round towels are a summer essential! Great for the beach and perfect for summer picnics. From the home of a Northern Rivers’ designing family to yours. Available in four designs. $115 each.
MEET GATHER COLLECT Meet Gather Collect’s one-of-a-kind bags are unique handcrafted pieces of art for you to wear, designed to bring colour and happiness. Made and designed in Adelaide. Other sizes available. $100 to $140 each.
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Take your outfit from ordinary to extraordinary with these bright and colourful hand-formed polymer clay necklaces. $49.50 to $85 each. Earrings also available, from $26 to $49.50 each. These Melbourne-designed bird pins are cute as cute can be, and based on Pete Cromer’s beautiful prints which are also available in store. Variety to choose from. $19.95 each.
––– 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda. 0415 683 131. meetgathercollect.com.au
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ORGANIC BODY CARE PRODUCTS
These Organic Ligurian Honey & Blood Orange Body Care products are infused with the complex vanilla and fruit driven scents of Italian blood orange, available in crèmes, wash, mousse, soap and duo pack. Ligurian hives produce an inimitable honey that has been demonstrated as hypoallergenic, moisturising, and as an antiseptic and antioxidant. Made in Kangaroo Island, Australia. Paraben, Mineral Oil, Sulphate and Colourant free. From $14.95.
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WILLOW AND CHARLIE GIFT BOX
Willow and Charlie have partnered with some of Canberra’s best local businesses to bring you gift boxes with a twist. The Indulgent and Health and Wellbeing Boxes are packed with amazing products, vouchers and discounts for various beauty services, cafés and online boutiques. Indulgent Box $99 (RRP $250) Save $100+. Health and Wellbeing Box $89 (RRP $149) Save $60+. Profits will go towards boxes for mums spending this Christmas with their sick children at Ronald McDonald House Canberra. Online orders taken until COB 16 December with delivery between 17 and 23 December to ensure optimal freshness for food components.
MOUTH WATERING ORGANIC LIP NOURISH
Feed your skin with this potent mix of nutrients, hydration, and protective antioxidants and antiinflammatories while actively contributing to your health and wellbeing. Each Lip Nourish comes wrapped in a soft glasses and screen cleaning cloth. That’s two gifts in one! From $29.95.
––– willowandcharlie.com.au
WHITE APPLE GIFTS ––– 1/29 Bentham Street, Yarralumla 6285 1455 whiteapplegifts.com.au
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ASSEMBLAGE PROJECT KAREN LEE DRESS
The essential summer dress. Made in cool cotton, this knee length dress with panel detail and beautiful drape by Karen Lee will take you from day to night. RRP $345 ––– The Ori Building Shop 66/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon 0435 001 886 assemblageproject.com
ITRIP ISKIP THE HORSE LEATHER WATCHES
itrip iskip is Canberra’s only stockist of Sydney leather lifestyle goods curator, The Horse. These classic, go-to pieces are $149 each. ––– The Ori Building Shop 63/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon 0404 719 702 | itripiskip@bigpond.com itripiskip.com
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JET FLIGHT SIMULATOR EXPERIENCE Does the guy in your life feel the need, the need for speed? Buy him a Jet Flight Simulator Experience and put him in the cockpit. Christmas gift vouchers available - buy now, book later. Prices start from $89. ––– Address 5/4 Ipswich Street, Fyshwick ACT. Click here to get 50% off! jetflightsimulatorcanberra.com.au/hic or call 1300-SIM-JET (1300-746-538).
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THE BEER CRATE Buy a mystery crate of beer for the beer lover in your life this Christmas! The Beer Crate research, taste and select the best craft beers they can find, package them up and deliver them right to your door, every month or quarter, at work or home. Crates start from $63. ––– beercrate.com.au
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MEET GATHER COLLECT WRIST WATCH KIT Make your very own custom wrist watch with this kit from Western Australia’s Hammered Leatherworks. Each kit comes with everything you need to make a chic timepiece - adjustable band, classic matte black face, and a variety of leathers RRP $79. Other kits include wallets, sunglass case, and coin purse. Priced from $32 to $89.
––– 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda 0415 683 131 meetgathercollect.com.au
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TIP YOU’RE IT
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CURIOUS CONNIE’S CUSHIONS Curious Connie’s personalised cushions are fun and sure to brighten any room. Each cushion is handmade with cotton canvas material and a zip closure at the base. Cushion insert included. RRP $69.95.
YAMBOOK & TIP YOU’RE IT! COLLABORATION
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This Skeleton Decal is the product of a collaboration between Yambook & Tip You’re It! and is as educational as it is funky. A great gift idea for that hard to buy for teen or tween. 190cm X 125cm. RRP $199.00.
knightshift.com.au
––– 5/18 Lonsdale Street, Braddon | 62626442 tipyoureit.com.au
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TIBA + MARL BLACK RAF WEEKENDER BABY BAG
Tiba+Marl’s award winning contemporary collection redefines the staid tradition of baby bags by combining modern graphic prints, premium and high tech materials and stylish yet practical design. Includes changing mat and clutch/cross body bag. RRP $215.
MOOVER DUMP TRUCK
MOOVER DOLL PRAM
This Dump Truck is not just gorgeous to look at. It lets the child drive and steer simultaneously, and the gross motor skills are enhanced while turning, reversing etc. The cabin fits a teddy driver and other treasures go in the trailer. Available in Natural, Red and Blue. RRP $149.
This gorgeous pram is everything a little girl could wish for. It is pretty, has room for either big or small dolls, is easy to push and it is sturdy. Available in Natural or Red, it’s made from birch veneer plywood and the rubber lined wheels are solid timber. RRP $159.
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RARE RABBIT BABY WAYFARERS
PONY RIDER BANNER - BASE CAMP
STORY LINES BOOKS
Wood-look mini Wayfarers for that discerning little hipster, as well as providing essential eye protection. These glasses are beyond cool! These shades provide 400 uv protection and are great for kids 4 months to 2 years. RRP $15.
We call Australia home, our base camp. This beautiful wall hanging from Pony Rider’s new range maps out the intricate detail of our beautiful country. Canvas Banner 90cm x 70cm. RRP $119.
Make the story come to life with your child’s imagination because they are the illustrator! Each book includes a pack of coloured crayons to help your little artist create their masterpiece. RRP $22 each.
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MEET GATHER COLLECT LINEN FOR LITTLE ONES
Bring some colour to your little one’s room with this gorgeous 100% super soft cotton bed linen from Melbourne’s Min Pin: volcanos, dinosaurs, rocks, plants, planets, flying sauces, comets and so much more! Other designs available. Single bed duvet with pillow case set. $99 each. ––– 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda 0415 683 131 meetgathercollect.com.au
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ALISON JACKSON HANDCRAFTED TABLEWARE From tea scoops to small spoons, cheese tools to butter knives, these individually handcrafted tableware pieces by Canberra artist Alison Jackson bring beauty to the everyday. Handmade in stainless steel with a satin finish, they are designed for daily use, to last a lifetime. RRP $40 to $245. ––– alisonjackson.com.au
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Pot plants are back in fashion and making a statement with these amazing powder coated steel frames, handmade in Mebourne. Left: Crescent stand (including pot) $300. Right: Trilogy frame $160. Pots $65 each. ––– 68 Bandjalong Crescent, Aranda 0415 683 131 meetgathercollect.com.au
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FOOD + BEVERAGE
MOUNT MAJURA VINEYARD NINO
A Sparkling ‘Pét Nat’- the nickname for pétillant-naturel, a slightly sparkling natural wine - Mount Majura Vineyard’s NINO is delicious, soft and fresh, vibrant and very easy to enjoy. The perfect wine for celebrating the everyday!
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Every cent of the proceeds from this boldly-labelled wine goes to Youth Care Canberra, a great little charity looking after young people in our community who fall through the cracks. RRP $25 per bottle. ––– 88 Lime Kiln Road, Canberra 02 6262 3070 mountmajura.com.au
SIX8 COFFEE ROASTERS Give the coffee lover in your life the gift of ethically and sustainably sourced specialty coffee beans, small batch roasted in Yass. RRP from $15. ––– 92 Meehan Street, Yass, NSW info@six8coffee.com six8coffee.com
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PIALLIGO ESTATE “CHRISTMAS ON THE TABLE” HAMPER
Let Pialligo Estate provide the full Christmas experience this year with their “Christmas on the Table” hamper. This hamper gives you all the essentials needed for an unforgettable Christmas meal. Enjoy some of Pialligo Estate’s award-winning Smokehouse and Farmhouse products handpicked for a long and leisurely Christmas day. Orders for hampers will be taken up until 16 December 2016. Pick up of hampers between 12 and 24 December 2016. ––– 18 Kallaroo Road, Pialligo ACT 2609 6247 6060 thepialligoestate.com.au
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FOOD + BEVERAGE Photo: Andy Mullens
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THE HIVE TEA GARDEN CO.
PINK HIMALAYAN SALT AND RIVSALT JAPANESE GRATER
TEA SUBSCRIPTION
With Tea Garden co. you can choose to have beautifully blended tea delivered to your door as a once off, quarterly or monthly gift. In each subscription box you’ll receive three beautifully crafted teas: a tea with a black base, one with a herbal base and another with either a green or oolong base. You’ll get the best of all the worlds with subtle and delicious blends to make all your friends jealous. Subscriptions start at $40.45 including postage. ––– teagarden.co
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Recognised by its pale rose colour, Himalayan salt is harvested in the Pakistan mountains and prized for its nutritional content. This salt block and stylish stainless steel grater will make a great conversation piece at dinner parties, as well as an everyday kitchen essential. $59.95 from Hive. ––– The Ori Building Shop 58/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon 02 6247 5166 facebook.com/thehivelonsdalest
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DRUM & DRY
THE CACAO HUB
COFFEE SUBSCRIPTIONS
CACAO HOT CHOC
Drum & Dry bring the best Australian roasters and beans to coffee aficionados all over the world, educating them about coffee and how to get the most from the bean. A monthly subscription showcases celebrated and budding underdog roasters, and there are no contracts to worry about. Prepaid gift subscriptions available. Get your coffee fix from $24 per month (shipping included).
The perfect match between indulgence and health. Hand created in Canberra from nutritious organic ingredients, this little bag of magic is refined sugar free and vegan, and can also be made as an iced choc, used in smoothies and cooking. RRP $19.95. Free shipping within Australia.
––– drumanddry.com.au
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––– thecacaohub.com
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DINNER RUSH FESTIVE FOOD
Dinner Rush’s delicious foods are made on premises at the Kitchen in Narrabundah, and are the perfect Christmas gift or addition to the festive table. Dinner Rush also offer Christmas catering. Traditional Piccalilli $10.50, Pear & Fruit Chutney $10.50 and Marmalade with Gin Herbs $10.50. Fruit Mince tarts $3 each or 1/2 dozen $15. Christmas cake (nut-free available) $48. ––– the Kitchen 1/2 Iluka Street, Narrabundah 0450 578 558 canberradinnerrush.com.au
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THE MAKERS’ COLLECTIVE 2017 WALL PLANNER
EVO HEALTH CLUB PERSONAL TRAINING WELLNESS PACKAGE
––– Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton 02 6162 0808 evohealthclub.com.au
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Bodies are made to move. Start today. Evolve tomorrow at Evo Health Club. This Wellness Package provides one-on-one 45-minute personal coaching sessions by the experts in fitness at Canberra’s premier Health Club, including access to Canberra’s very first and only Technogym SKILLMILL™ CONNECT to improve your power, speed, stamina and agility in an engaging and effective way. Also included is access to Evo Health Club’s heated 25-metre indoor pool, hydrotherapy spa, sauna & steam room; a 360-degree In-Body Scan assessment, a non-invasive measure of your body composition; complimentary parking, workout towel, amenities and private locker services. $350 for five sessions. $650 for 10 sessions.
The Makers’ Co 2017 Wall Planner is perfect for bloggers, creatives and small (or big!) business owners who want to forward plan, view their year at a glance, and have something bright and beautiful on the wall to help them do it. Or just awesome people who like to be organised! Designed by local creative Mikaela Danvers, the Wall Planner is delivered as a digital download - a high-resolution JPG file that can be printed at your favourite printer with poster capabilities. Buy online atthemakerscollective.com.au RRP $9 (plus printing). ––– 0404 845 611 makerswallplanner.com
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SEND HOPE NOT FLOWERS CHRISTMAS CARDS
Support Canberra maternal health charity Send Hope Not Flowers to save the lives of women giving birth in developing countries. All money goes to safe birth programs across the Pacific. A pack of 10 Christmas Cards costs $30. Order online and the cards and envelopes will be posted to you. ––– sendhope.org
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ACT RESCUE AND FOSTER 2017 CALENDAR
Founded in 2001, ACT Rescue and Foster (ARF) has rescued and rehomed over 2,750 dogs and found homes for many more through its extensive community networks. The calendar and cards feature dogs rescued from local and regional pounds and cared for by ARF volunteers until new loving forever homes are found. Calendars $10 and cards $1 are available at fosterdogs.org/buycalendars. ––– calendars@fosterdogs.org facebook.com/ACTRescueandFoster/ fosterdogs.org/buycalendars
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PAPER PARROT ––– 13 Rossi Street, Yass 02 6226 1302 paperparrot.com.au
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ORIGAMI FORTUNE COOKIES
‘FRAME-WORTHY’ CALENDARS
The premium ‘frame-worthy’ selection of 12 stunning images by Canberra artist Jo Hollier makes this calendar a perfect, lasting gift. Each calendar is spiral bound, 230 x 320mm, printed on high quality, archival grade Italian felted or chalk paper stock and lovingly crafted by Blue Island Press. Premium ‘Frame-worthy’ Art Calendars are available in 34 different artists. RRP $31.99. paperparrot.com.au/collections/calendars.
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Paper Parrot’s clever origami reworking of the baked fortune cookie contains a little more to think about than the standard phrase found in the restaurant kind. Every cookie is totally handmade using a mixture of beautiful craft papers and traditional Japanese origami paper and the printed attributed literary quotes slipped inside each cookie have been carefully chosen from a wide range of sources and are guaranteed to make you think, laugh or smile (or perhaps all three). Select the standard mix of All Occasion quotes or you can opt to have them themed such as a Mindfulness Selection, a Love Collection or a Christmas Box. Custom orders are also welcome. Every box is baked fresh to order and is 100% fat free! RRP $10.95 (pack of 6) to $19.95 (pack of 12).
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WHITE APPLE GIFTS
HANDSOME PRETTY
BEEP BICYCLE BELLS
AREAWARE GUTHRIE CUBEBOT
How adorable are these hand painted bicycle bells? Available in a range of styles, they’ll make any bike more beautiful with their modern look and retro feel. Enjoy your ride in style! RRP $34.95.
Guthrie is the hardest Cubebot puzzle. Made from wood and elastic, he can be positioned to hold dozens of poses. When it’s time to rest, he folds back into a perfect cube. A classic toy for all ages that will endure generations of play. $34.90. One of the many gorgeous things at Handsomepretty.
––– 1/29 Bentham Street, Yarralumla 02 6285 1455 whiteapplegifts.com.au
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––– The Ori Building Shop 64/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon 0429 533 338 handsomepretty.com.au