Most Unique Gift Ideas For The Holiday

The holidays are upon us and it is a perfect time to give back to your community by shopping locally and supporting your local artists. If you find yourself in need of inspiration, we've got you covered! Here is a selection of unique and unexpected gift ideas people will appreciate this holiday.

For the whale lover

A Jade whale tail necklace, Allison Tremain’s hand pulled block cut print Humpback Breach or, Norm Moyen’s  carved wood Gray Whale

For the book loving friend

A is for Amphitrite by Ucluelet artist Shirley Martin, a G&L’s fabulously funky bookmark or Ursula Bank’s memoir:  Once in a Lifetime

For the jewellery lover

One of Robert Andrew’s jewellery box or, a piece of Shantari’s unique jewellery

For the foodie

Some handcrafted kitchen implements from Arbutus Art, "The Teatime" art calendar by local artist Marla Thirks or, a cutting board crafted from Vancouver Island wood by Andre St. Cyr

For the little ones

A hand crochet mermaid by Ucluelet artist Joy Lynn Eyford or, a woolen Cougar hat by Fatima Blush

For the surfer

One of Andrew Talbot's art print, a surf board bookmark crafted from Vancouver Island wood by Andre St. Cyr, or one of Rika's graphic prints