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2020 christmas markets gift guide
AS M T S I R H FINAL C MARKET E ONLIN 9pm 9amAY D R U T THIS SA MBER E 9am - 9pm 28 NOV
welcome.
Welcome to our FINAL Online Christmas Markets Gift Guide! This November we’ve been having a ball with our series of Online Christmas Markets and we’re planning on going out with a bang for this Saturday’s final market. This guide will give you some gift-giving inspiration, a peek into this Saturday’s stallholders, and we hope will get you PUMPED for our final Online Market of 2020! We can’t wait to see you online this Saturday, 28th November! Happy browsing and happy shopping!
Julie and the Handmade team x
Cover image: Altina Drinks
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Why buy handmade this Christmas? Because handmade items are better all round! Handmade products are unique, lovingly crafted, and are more meaningful than mass-produced department store “token” gifts. And bonus - when you buy handmade, you’re supporting small Australian businesses - often just that’s just one person running the whole show! You allow them to continue their creative work and increase the demand for well made, handmade goods. You rock!! 4
contents. Especially for Christmas 8 Food & Drinks 10 Gifts for Her 12 For the Home 15 Australian Made Logo 23 Gifts for Kids 24 Pamper 25 Gifts for Him 30 Pets & Outdoor 32
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Top row: Apothecary Artist | Hutwoods | Mount Vic and Me Middle row: Julian Suitor Blacksmith | Deda’s Smokehouse | Chai Addict Bottom row: Little Cotton Ears | Grumpy’s Ginger Beer | Four Leaf Clover 6
christmas market 4 November 28th 9am - 9pm
This is your last chance to get in on the Handmade action before Christmas!! Buy Australian made and support small businesses while giving a unique gift that will be treasured and appreciated more than a massproduced, department store alternative. Dive in with us over the next few pages to discover some of the best design and produce Australian makers have to offer you this Christmas...
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deck the halls. Make getting into the festive spirit fun by shopping with some of these fantastic stallholders joining us for our final Christmas Online Market.
Clockwise from top left: By Samantha | Maine + Mara | Lillibean Designs | Blushing Rose | Fox And The Rox | Go Do Good | Cathy Hamilton Artworks | Anrol Designs | Littlehoothoot | Josh & Sue 8
Buttonworks
www.buttonworks.com.au Makers of Australian timber puzzles, games, homewares and gifts. Proudly Australian Made. Our products are made by us, using sustainably sourced Australian timbers and are licensed to carry the Australian Made logo. Inspired by Australia’s unique flora and fauna, our goal is to create purposeful products which make unique and interesting keepsakes. With a focus on sustainability, our products are designed to be compact, lightweight and safe to send overseas. We hope our authentic Australian made products bring you as much joy as they have brought us in making them! 9
eat, drink & be merry. Our markets are renowned for the amazing array of delicious locally produced food and beverages on offer. These gourmet delights can be delivered straight to your door! Here are some picks for the November 28th Market.
Clockwise from top left: Pomologist Cider | The Celebration Cookie Co | Kakadu Plum Co | Pink Muesli | Super Bao | Gaia Tree | Coolamon Cheese Company | Nydelig Kitchen 10
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gifts for her. It’s no secret, women and girls of all ages adore the market. What’s not to love? Find something for your best friend, partner, sister, Mother, colleague, or niece and have it delivered to your doorstep or theirs. Just look at these pretties coming to our November 28th Online Market.
Clockwise from top left: Fixxture.Co | Kasia Jacquot Embroidery | Polka Luka | Kitty Came Home | Murphy & Me | TSOM | Betty & Eve | JMCL 12
Modstitch
www.modstitch.com.au Modstitch cross-stitch kits feature professionally illustrated designs, beautiful and environmentally friendly packaging – and everything else you need to go from the first stitch to finished. Designed for those who are looking to slow down and get creative, our kits allow you to find focus and enjoy the process of creating something beautiful. Best of all, we’ve done all the hard work, so you get to enjoy all the joys of cross-stitch without having to waste time sourcing materials or working out what to do. Enter the code HAPPY2020 to receive 10% off store-wide if you shop with us on market day. Every order will also receive a FREE pattern and FREE standard shipping Australia wide. 13
Sheep-ish
www.sheep-ish.com.au The sheep-ish knitwear range is all made using vintage domestic knitting machines in a little studio down a laneway in Fitzroy, Melbourne. Our wool range is all 100% Australian merino and includes ponchos, scarves and accessories like cosy headbands and wrist warmers. We also have a cotton range for summer, including head scarves, neck scarves and ponchos which are super lightweight and have a beautiful drape. Our pieces make a perfect gift for lovers of knitwear or accessories, or anyone who appreciates beautiful things. Check out our website as we’ve got a different offer available for every market day! 14
for the home.
Say no to mass produced items for your home! Items that have been lovingly handmade have more unique appeal, are better quality, and are made by Australians who love what they do and care about your satisfaction. Find these gems at our November 28th Market.
Clockwise from top left: Mona-Lisa Ceramics | Hazel Baby | Block & Baren | Foolhouse | Sea Salt Sand Ceramics | Just Ruby and Me | Batch Ceramics | Press Galleria | Green Heart Boulevard 15
Shannon Dwyer Art www.shannondwyer.art
Shannon’s art has a playful style capturing the personality and joy of Australian wildlife while striving to bring light to their endangered future. Exclusively launching at Handmade Virtual Market at 9am on 28 November, Shannon will release her latest original collection ‘IRREPLACEABLE’ and a NEW (very) Limited Edition giclée art print range with purchases support animal welfare and conservation. These stunning new pieces join Shannon’s incredible range of giclée art prints in A2, A3 and A4 sizes; and beautiful 100% recycled 2021 Calendar, notebooks, cards and wrapping paper. Don’t miss her at this Saturday’s Online Christmas Market! 16
The Authentic www.theauthentic.com.au
The Authentic designs and creates wooden memory gifts that connect you to your stories and experiences. Don’t miss out on our bespoke custom framing service, so you can choose your beloved timber; and also archival framing to preserve memories. Check out these TendĹ? calendar bars, perfect for Christmas. Handmade in FSC bamboo, available in 3 sizes, they fit most calendars - whether you upload 12 photos to create your own calendar with us, or purchase one from the book store. Enter HANDMADEVIRTUAL for a 20% discount on market day! 17
Beeswax Wraps www.beeswaxwraps.com.au
Homemade with love, a food wrap that is washable, reusable and compostable. Keeping your food fresh has never been so exciting. Singles, value packs and by-the-meter (customise your own sizes). Mix & match your favourite prints! We use the highest quality ACO certified Australian organic beeswax & GOTS certified organic cotton. We offer a range of 20+ original artwork and authentic indigenous Australian dreamtime artwork, sharing captivating stories of our connection to the land and to each other. Get a FREE small beeswax wrap (Value $10) when purchasing over $40 + Free shipping at the 28th November Online Christmas Market. 18
Lomarra www.lomarra.com
LOMARRA is a range of handcrafted Botanical Cleaning Sprays that are made using wild Australian botanical oils. 100% antibacterial, vegan and no nasties! The sprays not only work on all surfaces, but the therapeutic properties of each botanical ingredient also start to take effect within seconds and change the way you feel. All made with love in Sydney and packaged in beautiful premium glass bottles that can be returned & reused. Use the code HANDMADEVIRTUAL to receive 10% off and FREE SHIPPING on market day. 19
Cockatoo Collection www.cockatoocollection.com.au
Cockatoo Collection designs and makes modern homegifts blending a little bit of Scandi, with a whole lot of Australiana. Expect cockatoos, kookaburras and the odd Golden Wattle in fresh and bold designs. Our products include our handmade canvas totes, cushions and tea towels designed and printed in Melbourne using low impact inks. They make beautiful and thoughtful gifts for any native bird, animal and flora lovers. Enter code HANDMADEVIRTUAL to receive 20% off on market day across all our products.
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Jenny Laidlaw Illustrator & Artist www.jennylaidlaw.com.au
Jenny’s illustrations are created in her home studio in Mt Beauty, Victoria. Her vibrant, detailed, happy and whimsical images are featured on a range of products such as Limited Edition Prints (both framed and unframed), jigsaw puzzles, a 2021 Calendar, greeting cards, bookmarks and magnets. All Jenny’s products will make perfect Christmas gifts for any age and for anyone looking for a gift that is unique, high quality and great value. Every one of Jenny’s illustrations featured on her products will make you smile. Find Jenny at our November 28th Online Market. Enter the code HANDMADEVIRTUAL on market day to receive 20% off storewide, free shipping and a complimentary bookmark.
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Nydelig Kitchen www.nydeligkitchen.com
Nydelig Kitchen is a Sydney based luxury food business. Our business is centred around a constant desire to elevate taste, a need to allow natural and high quality ingredients to speak loudly for themselves, and a joy for bringing these delicious creations to your dinner table. We believe in the power of food - the way it brings people together and creates memories that last a lifetime. Our new Nydelig Pantry Collection – a selection of gourmet condiments and baking mixes will make perfect Christmas gifts. Enter HANDMADECANBERRA at checkout to receive 10% off when you shop with us at the November 28th Handmade Online Market.
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Below: Scott Leggo is an award-winning Canberra based photographer whose works are printed on a range of wall art, desk art, and other products like stationery and puzzles.
Above: Nature Lab make a range of all-natural skin and body care products. Designed specifically for people with skin issues such as eczema, these products have a cult following. Above: Swede Little Things create traditional & modern Sami jewellery handmade from the softest reindeer leather, pewter threads and sterling silver.
We are proud retail supporters of the Australian Made Campaign. We have formed a partnership to support and promote handcrafted Australian-made products. We’re certified on the basis that our market continues selling all Australian made goods - something that sets us apart from other markets. The Australian Made logo is Australia’s most trusted, recognised and widely used country of origin symbol, and is underpinned by a third-party accreditation system which ensures products that carry the logo are certified as ‘authentically Australian’. These November 28th stallholders are all registered to use the Australian Made symbol, and we’re thrilled to have them among our incredible lineup of all Aussie made, handmade goods!
Right: Hey Laidy creates limited edition handcrafted guitar straps, camera straps, bag straps and belts.
Above: Apiary Made create a range of beeswax wraps, candles and balms using sweet Australian beeswax.
Left: Oz Timber Treasures create a range of timber homewares using only Australian native timbers.
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what’s in santa’s stocking? All the Handmade fun isn’t just for the adults! Our Online Markets are the best place to shop for special children’s gifts this Christmas. Check out these picks from our November 28th market.
Clockwise from top left: Missy Minzy | Florie and Millie | Yano Designs | Brie’s Boo Teek | Le Petit Bouton | Beep Bells & Baskets | The Little Gnome Co. 24
self care. You don’t need us to tell you what a year it’s been. Whether you or someone you love needs a little extra TLC, our stallholders will have a range of things to pamper and help you relax. Here are some gems coming to the November 28th market.
Clockwise from top centre: Kiss Ready Skin | Harvestcare | Little Balm | Blue Mountains Bombs | Byanne
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39 Degrees www.39degrees.com.au
Gift an indulgent Hot Spring experience. 39 Degrees’ signature bath tonics are created in Melbourne by owners Suzy and Michelle, with only Vegan friendly, plant and mineral ingredients. Adding 100 mL to your swirling warm bath will transform it into a luxurious, milky white bathing experience containing a concentrated dose of magnesium, pure essential oils and skin moisturising ingredients. Christmas gift wrapping is available, and new gift packs added weekly. They carefully wrap, pack and mail each gift, including a free personalised gift tag with your own personal message. See them online at our November 28th market. Use code HANDMADEVIRTUAL for 20% off and Free Shipping on market day. 26
Cinnamon & Clove www.cinnamonandclove.com.au
Natural, Ethical, Beautiful – Cinnamon & Clove brings a touch of exotic luxury to your bathroom every day. Their core philosophy involves making beautiful products that make the world a better place - using natural, organic and certified fair trade ingredients to hand make soap in small batches. The finest oils, butters and essential oils are used in conjunction with mother nature’s stunning array of colours and botanicals to produce unique soaps with a luxurious feel. They also produce a range of preservative free face & body products, including moisturising oils, body butters, lip & body balms, bath soak and more. Spoil yourself, or someone you love at our November 7th Online Market.
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Oleu Life www.oleu.life
OLEU LIFE creates lovely boutique aromatherapy body care and essential oil products for self-care and wellbeing. A sensory experience inspired by the nurturing knowledge of nature’s botanicals, vegan and ethically made in Sydney. Proudly Australian, crafted by hand and poured with knowledge to enhance the mood and nurture the skin to create a state of mindfulness and wellbeing through the synergy of pure essential oils and natural botanical ingredients. We have the perfect selection of mindful Christmas gift packs for those you love. Use code HANDMADEVIRTUAL to receive 20%OFF and Free Shipping on our Christmas Gift Packs on market day!
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Totally Bon
www.totallybon.com
Not long until Santa arrives...what will be in your stocking this year? Totally Bon of course! Seasons greetings and goodwill with a candle filled with love + light. Its time to keep calm + get your Christmas candle on.
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for him.
We love the ever-expanding range of handmade goods available for men. From fashion and accessories, food and drinks, outdoor items, and hand crafted knives an axes - look no further for unique, quality gifts for men. These guys are joining our November 28th Market and are sure to be a hit!
Clockwise from top left: Sluggers Swimwear | Pickers Ridge Hardwood Designs | Upswitch | Swede Little Things | Balls For Your Mind | Made In Freshwater 30
Aussie Man Hands www.aussiemanhands.com
Aussie Man Hands say “This ain’t your girlfriend’s hand cream! This is tradie-tough Aussie Man Hands!”. Using natural ingredients, they have created the perfect solution for those dry, rough, feels-like40-grit-sandpaper hands. “Our research showed a real gap in the market for a non-greasy, no-fuss hand repair cream for a tradies’ best trade tools”, they say. So they created a hand repair cream that hydrates and sinks in quickly, with no sticky residue. And it’s not only for tradies… Gardeners, nurses and hospitality workers are also huge supporters of this 100% Australian Made and Owned product. Catch them at the November 28th Online Market and pick up a jar or two! 31
pets & outdoor. Let’s not forget your furry friends, the plant lovers, gardeners, and outdoorsy folk! Coming to our November 28th Market, these handmade gifts are sure get a smile (or bark, woof, or meow) from the receiver.
Clockwise from top left: Ruff Diamond | Made From Good Deeds | Darby’s Dog Bakery & Deli | Broadcroft Design | Shake The Tree Art | Urban Greens Co | Kestrel Forging 32
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