One of my favourite parts of the holiday season is finding the perfect gift to put under the tree. As much as I love opening up my own presents, there is something so satisfactory when someone you love opens up a gift that you found especially for them.
One of my least favourite parts of the holiday season is trying to deal with crowded malls, lines, and finding gifts that anyone can purchase. If you are like me, you pride yourself in finding that unique truly special gift.
Unique local gift ideas
I wanted to share some of my favourite and creative finds in Vancouver for this holiday season that are sure to impress everyone on your list.
ChopValue
I came across Chopvalue while on a work assignment. I was trying to find creative gifts that were made from recycled goods.
Chopvalue is a Vancouver based company that uses recycled chopsticks to create beautiful furniture and art. The company actually recycles more than 350,000 chopsticks weekly from Vancouver alone.
I was so impressed with the beautiful tables, shelves, and even coasters. I had to pick up a few pieces for myself and my boyfriend.
Price: Depends on what you are looking for but you can spend between $20-$2000
Pangea Maps
This is actually a gift I received this year and I am absolutely in love with it. Pangea creates custom hand made 3D maps revealing iconic waterscapes.
The custom made map that I received marks where I live in Vancouver now, and where I will be living in Squamish as well as the important lakes, and of course Ocean that outline my home.
Price: from $480
The Liberty Distillery
There is something special about shopping at Granville Island, particularly around the holidays. The lights, the decorations, the spirit, it is all so amazing. I also love that a lot of the gifts here are hand crafted and one of a kind. You can get everything from beautiful ceramics to customized jewelry.
One of my favourite spots at Granville Island is is Liberty Distillery. When you step inside the doors you will automatically be enchanted by the 110 year old antique bar. In the back of the bar is the distillery, where you can see the spirits being made and you can even try samples.
While bringing a bottle of wine for the holiday parties is always a great idea, why not make your gift more unique award winning bottle of whiskey.
Price: $70
Saje Natural Wellness
I have been a huge fan of the Vancouver company Saje for years now. I love their travel products that really helped me when I am on the road.
This holiday season I received the most amazing gift from Saje, a diffuser. The one I chose is from their partnership with Jillian Harris and I am actually obsessed. I love how amazing my house smells and how calm the natural oils make me feel during even the most stressful work days
Price: approx $90
Ufeast Vancouver
Sure, gifts are great but experiences last a lifetime. One of my favourite gifts was actually a ufeast dinner. Ufeast is a company that partners with local restaurants to create unique dining experiences. They combine delicious meals and hand crafted cocktails for a fun night out.
Price: around $50
Happy holidays and happy shopping my friends,
xo
Mia
I make my own hot sauce, get two hours of physical exercise every day, have travelled around the globe six times, ( except for the last year Iam thinking all these travellers is not good, shows in all the closures of the pristine sites lately). Now spent most of mytime at home in the South Okanagan Valley and my cabin waiting for the snow. Tennis is my sport of choice up to a match?? And also follow the weather around the world.