THE LUST LIST

Some of the world’s best axes have been made by Hults Bruk, hand forged in Sweden since 1697. The famous ARVIKA 5 Star 4 ½ pound splitting axe has been used by shake blockers and fire woodcutters around BC for years. If you stop and see the guys at Thunder Bay Saw Shop you can also pick up the ABY 1 ½ pound Forest Axe, the EKELUND 2 pound Hunting Axe, or the HULTAN 1 pound hatchet.

Winter doesn’t have to slow down your riding adventures, thanks to heated gear from Two- Wheel Tech. They have vests, jackets, gloves, and heated grips to keep you warm on the trails.

Looking for a stove that brings the heat, without the massive footprint? You’ll find it at Cadam Construction with the Vermont Castings Aspen C3. It’s tiny, but takes up to 21” pieces of wood, and kicks out enough heat to warm 1200 square feet. The regular price is $2,631, but Cadam has six units left for $1,795.

The Flex brand of tools is shaking things up in the premium contractor-grade tool category, with products like this 7-1/4-inch Cordless Circular Saw. At 24 volts, it has more power than most, and an included 8.0Ah lithium-ion battery puts it at the top of the class. With battery, charger and carrying bag, it’s $399 at RONA.

Make your ride downhill both ways. Built from the ground up to deliver a new level of smooth, fast, and durable performance, the full-carbon-fiber Oso from Ibis features their first-ever upper-link suspension dw-link platform. It stacks 155mm of rear travel with 170mm up front and is powered by a Bosch Performance line CX motor. Find yours for $14,739 at TAWS.

Wow them with this A-line, two-piece dress available in four colours from Perfect Fit for Brides & Grads. It features off-the-shoulder, sweetheart neckline, natural waist, lace up back and feature pockets.

This large distressed white wood clock would grab the attention in any room at 31”x36”. Find it for $289 at Paperworks Gift Gallery.

Apple’s most expansive iMac was discontinued earlier this year but is still available at PR Macs. These powerful 27” workstations are perfect for creative professionals and those immersed in multi-windowed workflows.

This versatile design, available at Chrysalis Flower and Gift gives you three ways to wear it as a backpack, on your shoulder or by hand. A practical size and ultra-useful backpack mean you’ll never want to take it off.

You don’t have to go all the way to Lund to get a Pollen Sweater. Marine Traders carries Pollen Sweaters, as well as toques and ponchos, in a variety of colors, styles and sizes for men, ladies and kids.

Enjoy the farm fresh taste of Mulled Apple Cider beautifully blended with 7% Spiced Rum. Flavourful and delicious served hot or cold. Fabulous fall flavour in the easy-to-serve new 4L Bag in a Box format. Ideal and unique holiday drink for easy entertaining. No Gluten. Great Value. Made in Canada by Black Fly. Find them in a variety of flavours at Capone’s Cellar.

Give your tropical climbing plants the support they need with Mossify’s bendable moss or coir poles from Mother Nature. Not only do you eschew plastic alternatives by choosing a Mossify prodcut, but you can feel doubly good because for each order, the company plants a tree. Also check out the Mossify products for growing shade and sun-resistant moss, perfect for rock gardens or between paving stones.

Beach glass Christmas Trees, crafted by Suzanne Wiebe of Found Stone, sell out quickly every year, but as of deadline, there were still some available. Find her at Cheer on the Pier and local craft fairs.

Whether you’re looking for a large statement piece, or just a high quality blanket to cozy up under, the Chloe Angus shawls, blankets and wall hangings from Tla’amin Convenience will fit the bill.

If he’s a stylish free spirit, these underwear are just for him. The surf van is just one of the new 2Under designs at Armitage Men’s Wear.

Back and better than ever - the new ghd original styler. Afterglow Hair Lounge has the cult classic that started it all, with upgraded technology and improved to design to deliver trusted ghd performance.

Reel in a realistic raku rockfish by local artist Ed Oldfield at Tug Guhm Gallery in Lund. This unique pottery is just $95.

Beautiful Z Supply Cardigans in this stylish relaxed fit make the perfect gift. You can also find this in grey at Simply Bronze.

The same beautifully hand crafted Lykke needles, made of strong birch wood, smooth and lightweight, now in fun and flashy magenta! Find the needles and notions perfect for the knitter on your list at Knitter’s Nest.

Connetix tiles encourage cognitive development, spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, fine and gross motor skills and help children build knowledge around STEAM concepts – all through PLAY! Get them, and other quality kids toys, at Huckle + Berry.

With these cheeky, seasonal PJs from Fits to a T

Are you finding the world a puzzling place these days? Take some downtime with a puzzle from Victoria’s Cobble Hill. From 275-piece family puzzles to puzzle masters 1,000 pieces. Stop by Tourism Powell River and choose from scenes you’d find only in Beautiful British Columbia.

Westerly Studio always has beautiful, affordable gifts for anyone to enjoy. A new line from Germany features the most adorable mugs. Well made, they make a great gift and are beautifully packaged.