The countdown to Christmas is on and it's time to start your festive shopping!
Here's a list of sensational gift ideas from Brisbane suppliers and artisans to get you started.
For the… avid traveller
Now that international travel has properly kicked off again, it’s easy to see why so many of us are packing our bags and rediscovering the great wide world! Perfect for those with a healthy dose of wanderlust, Good Faith’s handmade passport wallets are crafted in their Brisbane studio using locally-sourced kangaroo and cowhide leather. You can also personalise things with a custom monogram – very special!
For the… luxury-lover
Looking to really spoil a loved one this Christmas? Promising a truly unforgettable experience, River to Bay’s ‘Champagne and Oyster Tour’ includes a scenic three-hour cruise from Brisbane to Moreton Island with plenty of wildlife spotting along the way. Upon arrival, guests are treated to straight-from-the-ocean oysters, delicious champagne and breathtaking sunset views. There’s also a fascinating tour through an authentic oyster farm, as well as the chance to get out and dip your toes in the bay’s crystalline waters.
For the… action-fiend
If you’re seeking a present for the adrenalin junkie or sports-lover in your life, make this Christmas the best ever with an Urban Xtreme gift card. Located in Hendra, the action-packed group has everything from rock climbing and laser tag to indoor snowboarding and skiing! Adding to it all is an incredible Ninja Warrior course, giant trampolines, an all-ages parkour playground and a three-metre-high launch pad. What to try first?
For the… gourmand
Loved for their enticing fare and delicious artisan goods, New Farm Deli offers a range of hampers that are sure to go down a treat this Christmas. Show you know that special someone with a ‘Wine and Cheese’ hamper, boasting a bottle of Poggio Dei Salici chianti, prosciutto di parma, French camembert, Australian cheddar and delectable accompaniments. Or, go all-out with a ‘Celebration’ hamper – expect proscecco, rolada and bacci chocolates. You can also add in a New Farm Deli wooden serving board to really impress foodies.
For the… green-thumb
A wonderland full of flourishing plants and delightful garden accessories, Eden Gardens in Carseldine has everything a keen gardener could wish for. Choose from a fantastic selection of potted plants, tools, books and homewares. Plant lovers will also be thrilled by one of the nursery’s hands-on terrarium or kokedama-making workshops.
For… that person that’s hard to buy for
Not sure what to gift that person who says ‘I’m not fussy’ or ‘I don’t need anything this Christmas’? Ideal for indoor and outdoor festive displays, Pallet Shenanigan’s timber Christmas trees are crafted from up-cycled pallets and reclaimed timber. Available through The Creative Collective Brisbane, these beauties are both charming and sustainable – for the win!
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