SHOP LOCAL FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
We held a contest, asking that our fabulous MANITOBA MAKERS submit what they thought would make a wonderful gift for the holidays, and the response we got was overwhelming; we were originally going to make this a TOP 10 list but we just loved everything so much that we decided to create a TOP 15 list of our favorite locally handmade holiday gifts!
Follow us on FACEBOOK because we will be giving away one of each of these items from today up until Boxing day!
Scented Mug Mats
Kirb Creations
These decorative mug mats are filled with real spieces. Place a warm tea or coffee mug on the mat to enhance the wonderful aroma. They protect table tops and are perfect for the home or office, and make a unique and unique gift item.Retails for $3
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 11
#14 Diffuser Bracelet
by Delicately Hatched
These soft wrap diffuser bracelets will let you carry your go-to aromatherapy needs with you in style. Just put a few drops of your favorite essential oils onto the naturally porous lava beads to experience the benefits for hours! Developed by two Yogi Instructors. Vegan Approved! Available in navy, grey and black.
Email: delicatelyhatched@gmail.com
Retails $15
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 12
#13 Mermaid Plush Doll
by Sweet Stitch Shop
This gorgeous mermaid is hand painted, every detail is done by hand on this gorgeous face making her truly one of a kind. She features many extra details such as hair accessories and loose curls that go all the way around her head. She is truly unique for every age of mermaid lover in your life.
Retails $70
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 13
#12 Star Wars Soaps
by Mellow Crafts
These soaps contain 2 Butters (Shea and Cocoa) with palm oil and coconut oil and can be unscented or scented lemongrass, lavender, monkey farts, fruit loops, jolly rancher, birthday cake and coffee. They are then packaged in a pretty little tin that can include a ribbon.
Retails at $15 for a 4 piece set
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 14
#11 Mary Jane slippers
by Sew Crochet Love
Super cute, stylish and comfy size 7 women's slippers in grey and teal and a big wooden button. These slipper's are double soled making them even more comfortable on your feet. Available in any colour.
Retails at $32
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 15
#10 Vegan Spa Kit
by Just The Goods
Includes: Bath melts (which can also be used as a moisture rich pedicure soak), foot scrub, body butter, and moisturizing lip balm.
All items are plant based (vegan), gluten-free, and certified cruelty-free by the Leaping Bunny program. The line has received Championship status with the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and has just been re-certified for their new program launching in 2016 and is also recognized by Women's Voices for the Earth, and the Safe Cosmetics Business Network.
Retails at $12
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 16
#9 Soy Candle
by Soy Necessities
100% natural soy bean Cranberry Spice candle with no chemical additives, lead, or petroleum. These candles burn much longer, no black carcinogenic smoke, amazing fresh and real scent from beginning to end, they clean up with soap and water, no more waste from tunnels.
12 Pack of Soy Melts (60+ Hours) $10 Each or 3/$25
4 oz Jars (30+ Hours) $10 Each or 3/$25
9 oz Mason Jars (60 Hours) $20 Each, 2/$35, or 3/$50
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 17
#8 Deer Antler Earrings
by Love Sheds
Love Sheds handmade custom bone jewelry made from naturally shed deer antlers.
Retails $15
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 18
#7 Concrete Tea light Holders
by HARDER STONE
Set of 4 concrete Tea light holders. Concrete can be poured in light grey, white, standard, charcoal and sand and dip painted in various colours. Comes as one solid holder OR 4 individual holders. Photos display standard grey and sand colours (tea lights included).
Retails $20/set of 4
Niverville, MB
204-292-2665
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 19
#6 Littlest Dog Stocking
Littlest Pet Bakery
Features four festive flavors fruit cake, coconut mint, peanut butter pumpkin and gingerbread. These homemade snacks are gently oven baked at low temperatures and slowly dehydrated to preserve the texture, taste, aroma and nutrients.
Unlike processed pet treats, These snacks are made fresh, without chemicals or preservatives, with small hands and a big heart!
Each mini stocking has 12 Christmas cookies that will delight your dog this holiday!
Retails for $9.99
Email: littlestpetbakery@gmail.com
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 20
#5 Christmas Gift Card Holder
by Chevon Forest
Beautifully detailed, handmade Christmas Gift Card Holder card.
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 21
#4 Teething Necklace
Tiny Inspirations
The "Mary Lou" teething necklace is a mix of maple wood and FDA approved food grade silicone beads strung on a strong silky nylon cord with a breakaway clasp for safety. A simple, modern and sophisticated style!
Facebook: @tiny-inspirations
Retails $25 each
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 22
#3 Men's Body Care Package
The Park River Co.
Men's All Natural Body Care Products handmade with perfect combinations of Butters, Oils and Locally Sourced Bees Wax to tame those rogue hairs while the Hydrating Hemp Lotion nourishes and soothes the skin. Products are lightly scented with essential oils and 100% Natural.
Retails for:
All 3 for $35
$12 Upper Lip Grip Moustache wax
$12 Hydrating Hemp Lotion
$14 for the Beard Gear
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 23
#2 Marbled Mug
by Rachel Kroeker Ceramics
These modern mugs are created by marbling a black and a white casting slip (or liquid clay) together as the mold is poured. Each piece is 100% unique with no two marbling affects ever being the same. The organic line movements which are reminiscent of landscapes are just as much a visual as a tactile experience. By leaving the exterior of the pieces unglazed, but sanded, the supple finish is a lovely surprise in the hand.
Retails $24
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 24
#1 TOP handmade holiday gift Local URBAN Honey
Bee Project
This Urban Honey is one of the most sought after and highly praised honey. It is produced by hives discreetly tucked away in the City of Winnipeg. Delicate and complex in flavor, this honey is exceptional. This year, we are featuring honey from 4 Winnipeg neighborhoods: Silver Heights, Wolseley, Fort Rouge and Windsor Park. It is widely believed that consuming honey local to your neighborhood helps fight seasonal allergies.
Retails $8
Phone (204)979-0366
info@beeproject.ca
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 25
Candy Cane Body Butter
BONUS!!!! This one we are throwing in because our very own Brandy LOVES Tiber River so much and would like to give away a container of this amazing Candy Cane Body Butter by the Manitoba business, Tiber River Naturals.
Icy fresh peppermint blended with warm sweet vanilla. A true holiday favorite. Now you hang your candy canes on your tree and wrap them under your tree!
Retails for:
$26 for 240 ml
$12 for 60ml
GIVE AWAY DATE: December 26
