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Holiday Gift Guides by Home Type: Mountain, Ocean & City

Gingerbread lattes and holiday shopping is in full swing. This year we're breaking down our gift guides for every house: city dwellings,  mountain escapes and beachside retreats.

Also, fresh for the season we have gorgeous block-printed handmade stockings in unique colour ways, new twist tapered candles (box of four makes an excellent hostess gift), much anticipated Ester & Erik calendar advent candles and our bestselling screen printed matches from the UK.

Scroll below or shop all holiday decor online here. More gift ideas online here.

Here's to a merry and bright holiday season!

Shop all New Arrivals online here.
 
Whistler Mountain Escape
Give the gift of art! Mixed media on paper by local artist Tiffany Blaise of Blackcomb Alpine in Whistler, BC. Floating white frame. Framed Size: 16 x 20 x 2", $700. Online here. Shop all Tiffany's work online here.
 
Capture your memories in a beautiful frame. Crafted with panels of African horn, the beveled Clifton frame comes in naturally unique mixed tones. Available in two sizes, to hold a 4x6" or 5x7", starting at $198. Shop online here.
 
These adorable Mini Stockings Ornaments are a fun and festive addition to any Christmas tree. $9.50 each.Online orders selected at random. Shop online here.
 
The twisted candles from Paia Copenhagen are a top quality product that you can burn in your home with a clear conscience while also being a beautiful addition to your home decor. The package includes four beautifully handcrafted candles in a white box. $38 for a box of four candles. Available in multiple colours - we suggest "Stormy" as seen here for the mountain home. Shop online here.
 
This bestselling book is back for the winter season. From its origins in China and Scandinavia, the sport of skiing has come a long way to attract daring athletes, tourists and locals on winter holiday, the chic and wealthy leisure class, and international royalty. $74. Online here. 
 
Extreme luxury for extreme warmth and coziness, especially after a day on the slopes. The Kurlisuri extra large bouclé throw blanket is our largest most luxurious throw blanket yet. Handmade from sustainable alpaca and wool in Belgium, this throw is large enough to go across the foot of a king size bed or room for two to snuggle. **Note: the actual colour is more of a warm mocha than this image. $1950. Online here and also available in cream. Shop all throws online here.
 
Balsam captures a winter getaway in a cozy cabin tucked away in fragrant forests. When lit, fresh top notes of fir needle lift to reveal warm middle notes of cedar and pine and a lingering base of resinous fir balsam. $54. Shop online here.
 
 
 
Gorgeous antique marble mortar. Beautiful objet d’art. From Italy 18th/19th Century. Makes a great centre piece on a coffee table alone or with a plant in it. 10.5″ diameter x 5.25″ tall. $498. Online here.
 
Calendar candles are for many people a fixed tradition in December where you feel the coziness at home. The tradition relates to a lot of joy, and with butterflies in the stomach you count the days till Christmas eve. Made by Ester & Erik of Denmark. $42. Online here.
 
Best selling square match boxes with screen-printed graphics. Making fabulous, fun & practical gifts for any occasion! Designed and made in the UK. This is a large matchbox - box measures 4.25” x 4.25” x 1”. Contains 100 matches.$20. Online here.
 

Beach House Retreat
Original oil on canvas painting. Local Vancouver artist Kirn Gill. Minimal black frame. 9″ x 12″ plus frame. $358. Shop online here.
 
BESTSELLER. Tiny Terri round accent lamp with lovely round crystal base and natural paper shade. High low switch. Designed by Thomas O’Brien. Delivery time: In-store pickup - usually ready in 4 hours or ships for free in 3-6 weeks. $448. Shop online here. Available in other finishes. Shop all the Terris online here.
 
Best selling square match boxes with screen-printed graphics. Making fabulous, fun & practical gifts for any occasion! Designed and made in the UK. This is a large matchbox - box measures 4.25” x 4.25” x 1”. Contains 100 matches. Shop online here. 
 
Add some festive flair to your mantel this season with our fun and festive blockprint stockings.  Handmade in India and decked out with chic trim, tassels, and pom poms,  these one-of-a-kind pieces add a luxe layer to your holiday decor. $128 each. Shop all online here.
 
Elegant slender tapered candle. Unique fine, pointed top. Made in Denmark by Ester & Erik, these candles are the perfect dinner candle in gorgeous muted mix-and-match colours. Unscented. Matte finish. $22 for a same-colour pair. Shop online here. Minimalist brass candle holders sold separately - online here.
 
Emile velvet is an ultra fine matte velvet with a luxurious hand and rich hue. Includes down feather insert. Hand cut and hand sewn in Vancouver. 20x20", $228. Shop online here.
 
Handcrafted soap made in small batches and packaged in beautiful botanical and vintage illustrations. Superfatted to be extra moisturizing and skin softening, these shea butter bath bars are long lasting and luxurious. $15. Shop online here. 
 
Fabulous quality and style, large rattan ice bucket in modern white-wash finish with thermos liner. Sturdy elegant design. Handcrafted by artisans in small, remote village by local artisans in their homes or small factories throughout South East Asia. $298. Shop online here. 
 
Beloved Forest Feast author Erin Gleeson is back with a love letter to travel and delicious vegetarian food from her home state of California. $50. Shop online here. 
 
Capture memories of frolicking on the beach! With its shimmering clamshell finish, the Bethany is an elevated take on the neutral white frame. Available in two sizes, to hold a 4x6" photograph. $138. Shop online here. 
 

City House Holidays
Make your favourite cocktail extra special with these swank cocktail saucers. Innovative design with distinctive shapes to create a refined, modern aesthetic. Perfect for cocktails or champagne. $24 each. Box set of four glasses available. Shop online here. 

Photo: Tracey Ayton Photography
 
The coveted Annie Leibovitz SUMO is now available in an unlimited XXL edition. 15.5" x 11.5" x 2.25". $210. Shop online here. 
 
For cool nights at home this woven in Belgium using traditional weaving techniques, Kusama is a heavy weight throw that features a soft boucle yarn on cotton warp. This throw is visually stunning and cozy.". $988. Shop online here. Shop all throws online here.
 
Best selling double-drawer match boxes with screen-printed graphics. Designed and made in the UK. Contains 100 matches , each measuring 4 inches long. Box Dimensions 8" x 2.8" x 1". $30. Shop online here. 
 
A striking pair of antique Italian Florentine tole gilt taper holders. Gorgeous old world gilt patina &and both fit a standard taper candle nicely. $398 for the pair. 9” H x 6” (across base). Shop online here. 
 
A lyrical interpretation of memories, moments, music and emotions. Each abstract essence represents a different cherished rock song, mood, or place. 2 oz. soy wax candle in clear glassware. $32. Shop online here. 
 
We bet your furry friends are happy you stayed in the city for the holiday season and for dog-lovers, there’s not much cuter than this Daschund with Lights Ornament. $22. Shop online here. 
 
From animal inspired prints to classic stripes, the Hana frame collection finished in printed hair-on-hide, with accent stitching, adds a graphic accent to any space. Holds a 5x7" photograph. $168. Shop online here. 
 
A biking photo book to delight cycle fans and sports photography lovers. 200 fascinating colour and black-and-white photos by the best cycling photographers. Professional cyclists and passionate fans in spectacular landscapes. $88. Shop online here. 
 
Elegantly shaped classic cone candle. Designed & produced in Denmark, this self-standing candle is versatile. With its classic shape, it is elegant on its own and sits beautifully on many surfaces – anything is possible, as no candle holder is required. Various sizes $22-$48 each. Shop online here. 
By Bonnie Wilson
November 11th, 2022
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