Lane Cove Christmas Gift Guide 2021 – Home and Family

This is the gift guide if you are searching for a present for the home or for family.  Take the pledge and shop local this year.  We have links to businesses located in Lane Cove or close to Lane Cove and online businesses owned by Lane Cove locals.


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Stuart Leal Gallery – Aboriginal Art Specialist

Stuart Leal Gallery has a stunning range of contemporary Indigenous art for sale. He sources most of his paintings directly from the artists in the Northern Territory and Western Australia.  New and exciting stock is now available just in time for Christmas, with some collector and investment pieces.
Stuart Leal Gallery also offers a free home trial service where they take the artwork to your home so you can see what it looks like in the space. There are free delivery and professional hanging service on offer. Read more about some of the artists here.
SPECIAL OFFER: A FURTHER 10% OFF ALREADY REDUCED PRICES BETWEEN NOW AND CHRISTMAS.

Current stock includes the following significant artists.

* Jake James Tjapaltjarri
* Mary Rumble Pitjara
* Jedda Purvis
* Dulcie Long Pula
* Esther Haywood
* Joyleen Reid
* Freda Price Pitjara
* Ida Granites Nangala
* Belinda Golder Kngwarreye

Stuart Leal is located in the Village Shopping Centre (across from Coles and near Nibu). Check out more artwork @stuartlealgalley or call 0414 551 956.

Contact Details
Address: The Village Shopping Centre. Shop 1/43-45 Burns Bay Rd, Lane Cove (opposite the new Harris Farm construction and beside NiBu Cafswage)
Phone: 0414 551 956
Facebook: @stuartleal
Instagram: @stuartleal

Nothing but the best for your loved ones this year!  Make them feel extra special with a Luxury Handmade Crystal Candle from ULightMeUp

All ULightMeUp candles are handmade and crafted using beautiful natural soy and coconut wax, which, when blended together, gives you an exceptional fragrance throw.  ULightMeUp personalises it for you so all you need to do is select the candle you like, select the scent you would like, and it will be handmade especially for you.  Read more about the founder of ULightMeUp here and her royal connection.

These candles are hand-poured in Lane Cove so you must order by 10 December 2020 for pre-Christmas delivery.

They have also launched a new cosmopolitan range this year.

Scents include:

  • Camellia & Pink Lotus A sensual floral blend of pink lotus and camellia encircled by lemon, amber and white musk.
  • Champagne & Strawberries – favoured by Palazzo Versace A seductive blend of Champagne with a delicious combination of strawberries, roses and raspberries.
  • Cucumber & Melon An uplifting combination of crisp cucumber and sweet green melon with a hint of orange and musk.
  • English Pear & Freesia A sensuous freshness of just-ripe pears, wrapped in a bouquet of white freesias, and mellowed by amber, patchouli and woody undertones.
  • Jasmine & Honeysuckle A gorgeous Australian blend of Jasmine and Honeysuckle.
  • Lemongrass & Persian Lime  An unmistakable natural, fresh citrus scent of lemongrass combined with zesty lime, lemon peel and a soft floral undertone.
  • Lychee Peony A fruity-floral combination with the subtle freshness of lychee fruit and the exquisite softness of peony petals. 
  • Mango & Papaya – Mango and papaya are united in this passionate blend. A delightful succulent fragrance.
  • Seagrass & Wild Lavender – A crisp green and earthy citrus blend enveloped by wild lavender, seagrass and willow wood.

Contact Details
Website:
www.ulightmeup.com
Instagram: @ulightmeupcandles
Facebook: @ULightMeUP

 

 


Maria Ramos Photography

At Marie Ramos Photography we specialise in newborn photography and handmade ceramics of baby hands and feet known as “Baby Imprints” This Christmas we are offering 15% off storewide on all photography and Baby Imprint products. Simply quote “In the Cove” when you purchase.  Gift vouchers are also available – a great gift to give to someone expecting a baby.
Contact Details
Address: 57 Centennial Ave, Lane Cove 2066


Be U Natural

Give a natural and sustainable gift this Christmas.

BOPO Women Rose Quartz Facial Roller
Our Rose Quartz Facial Roller has been carefully crafted from the ultimate self-love stone and is the perfect facial massage tool to use on its own or paired with one of our facial oils. 
 
Botanist Aromatherapy Magnesium Bath Soak Joy
Indulge yourself with our invigorating Joy Soak.  Relax into a bath while the magnesium soothes tired muscles and the flowers are a visual reminder to enjoy this moment of self love.

Visit the  Be U Natural website for more details on packs available and how to purchase.

Address: Shop 10, 115-119 Longueville Road Lane Cove
Mobile: 0419 997 541
Facebook: be.u.natural
Instagram: be.u.natural
Website: Be.U

 

 

 


Gelato Time

Make your own Gelato and Sorbet at home.  A Lane Cove company now sells Gelato and Sorbet Kits which the kids will love.

Considered Italy’s all-time favourite frozen desert, gelato has been winning over the hearts and taste buds of Aussies for over 50 years.

Now thanks to one innovative Lane Cove based company, Gelato Time, you can make 100% Italian fresh gelato in the comfort of your own home in under 30 minutes!

With a variety of packages available including equipment, gelato mix, toppings and everything you need to make seriously good, affordable gelato at home; Gelato Time offers the ultimate Christmas gift and the perfect activity

For everyone to enjoy these school holidays.

Contact Details:

Address: Lane Cove West Business Park
Website:  www.gelatotime.com.au
Facebook: @gelatotimeAU
Instagram: @gelatotimeAU


Lomarra

The most needed Christmas Gift for 2020, for all your hygiene needs, LOMARRA Botanical Cleaning sprays and Hand Sanitisers. All 100% antibacterial, plant-based and no nasties! Lots of Gift Packs available and all handmade with love right here in Lane Cove.  Read more about Lomarra here.

Website: www.lomarra.com
Facebook: @Lomarraessentials
Instagram: @Lomarraessentials
Email: [email protected]

 

 


Pure Flowers Lane Cove

A perfect present – flowers, candle and a fruit cake!

Send a beautiful festive white, red and green posy and Christmas fruit cake from The Cake Man. And a fabulous 80-hour Maison Blanche candle to enjoy during the festivities.

Order Online or call 02 9427 8214. 

If you prefer in-store pick-up, pre-order now and we will have your flowers waiting for you at our Lane Cove store.

Website: www.pureflowers.com.au

Address: 3/23-25 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066

Phone: 9427 8214


The Spotted Orchid

From the traditional to funky and unusual blooms, anything goes for Festive Flowers! Incorporate your favourite flower with other beautiful blooms or leave the choice to The Spotted Orchid, either way, they are sure to be ‘wowed’!  Check out their Succulent Wreath, and they also have a huge range of pots, potplants and gift ideas.

Facebook: @spottedorchid
Instagram: @spotted_orchid
Website: https://www.spottedorchid.com.au

Phone: 02 9418 6770
Mobile: 0413 023 403
Address: 1/44 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066


Eden Gardens

Enrich your gifting this Christmas with a living plant gift. These lush beauties are the perfect choice to grab & grow!

Kris Kringle, friend or family gift, there is a plant & pot combo instore that will suit any style!

Visit us instore and let us help you find the perfect plant match!

Address307 Lane Cove Road (Cnr Fontenoy Road), Macquarie Park
Website: www.edengardens.com.au
Facebook: @edenmacquariepark
Instagram: @eden_macquariepark
Shop Online here:  https://edengardens.com.au/collections

 


Candles

If you want to support an entrepreneur, then let us tell you about Ayelet.

Ayelet makes beautiful hand-poured candles in a variety of styles, colours and scents.
Her moulded candles start at $10 and jar candles from $20 so they make fantastic stocking stuffers and teacher gifts.
She is only 12 and juggling year 6 and her new business, so stock is limited.
To order a candle direct message her on Instagram here.


Tea Towels

 

Why not gift wrap a present in a Book Club Tea Towel?

 

The Book Club Tea  Towel is available from Be.U Natural Lane Cove located in Lane Cove Arcade (same arcade as Four Frogs)


SUSTAINABLE


The Swag 

We think The Swag is the perfect gift for the person who has everything and needs nothing…
Save Money / Waste Less / Less Trips to The Shops
Eat More Nutritious & Live Healthier / Non Toxic
Reusable / Machine Washable / Proudly Lasts Years
No Plastic / Save The Earth & Our Wildlife
Ethically Made with Love in India
PLUS, A Proud Supporter of Destiny Rescue (helping children in need)
The Swag – The Gift That GIVES BACK x 12

Keeps produce fresh and crisp for 2 weeks!  Mr ITC can attest to this (he loves his The Swag)

A Lane Cove Resident also invented it and they swam with the Sharks on Shark Tank and received funding.

Contact Details
Website:  theswag.com.au
Instagram: @theswag.original
Facebook: @theswag.original


 


Crazy Bag Lady

Give the gift of a lightweight, strong and fashionable bags made environmentally sustainably this Christmas.

All our products are lovingly handmade in India, typically by those whose jobs have been displaced by machine production methods in the large export houses they worked in. This gives them a crucial source of income that is otherwise not available to them.

For every bag you buy, a family overseas eats better, sleeps better and thanks you for your generosity and care.

All our bags are tough, lightweight, tough and damn good looking. They make perfect end of year pressies; teachers’ thank yous and stocking fillers!! Most importantly, they’re all machine washable, which makes them safe and easy to use during these trying times. Stay home, stay safe, stay sustainable and thank you for being an Earth Warrior! Keep fighting the good fight; our planet needs you.   Read more about the crazy bag lady here.

Contact Details
Website:
www.thecrazybaglady.com
Email: [email protected]
Facebook:  facebook.com/CrazyAboutOurPlanet
Instagram: @the_crazybaglady

 


KIDS


know+GROW

know+GROW is a toy store boasting a carefully curated range for children from 0-6yrs old. The philosophy behind the store is smart toys for growing minds.

This is a bespoke website and the toys are carefully curated for children under six years of age.

Each range and piece have been selected to help your child’s growth and development.

They have focussed on supporting as many Australian businesses as possible and all toys meet the Australian Toy Safety Standards.

 

Facebook: knowandgrowau
Instagram: knowandgrowau

JumpingClay Australia

Christmas is almost here, and you still haven’t completed your Christmas shopping? Running out of original ideas and out of time to hit the overcrowded shops?

Don’t worry, JumpingClay Australia might be the answer for you.

With all the fun of Playdough and the step by step instructions of Lego, JumpingClay makes the perfect children’s gift this Christmas.

Unique and educational, we guarantee any child aged between 3-10 will have hours of fun whilst creating long-lasting keepsakes and enhancing fine motor skills.

This Christmas give your child a chance to make their own toy. JumpingClay Australia promotes learning through play and offers unique modelling products, suitable for children aged between 3 -10.

Check out Jumping Clay’s 20% sale off all products; prices start from $11.99.


Balletstuff

Balletstuff Best Seller Pack  & Balletstuff Studio Range Pack with leotard, skirt, tights and leather ballet shoes. Great Christmas present!  You can pop into their Lane Cove store Atrium Plaza, Shop 2, 91-93 Longueville Road (Arcade closest to Commonwealth Bank) or shop online.

 


Gymbaroo Lane Cove Greenwich

Give the gift of experience. Gift vouchers available to go toward Gymbaroo classes at Lane Cove and Greenwich in 2021. A great gift from grandparents.  Read more about Gymbaroo here.

 

Contact Details
Mobile: 0431 403 195
Email:  [email protected]
Website: www.gymbaroo.com.au
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LaneCoveandGreenwich
Instagram: @gymbaroolanecoveandgreenwich

 


ACESSORIES


Found Gift and Homewares

Acqua Boss water hammock with detachable inflatable drink holder and phone sleeve.  Acqua Boss is created from light weight UV protected mesh and comes in 6 colorful designs.  $49.95.

Destination Label towels are unique, sand free and quick dry.  They are full sized (80cm x 160cm) yet super compact and come with a free backpack.  Many different destinations to choose from.  $59.95.


Iris & Lin

Iris & Lin have a huge range of gifts, jewellery, homewares and clothes.  You will walk into Iris & Lin and walk out with your shopping sorted.  They have moved to Shop 10 Lane Cove Plaza.  From the quirky to the wonderful, say hi at Iris & Lin.  You can also buy the Lane Cove Gift Card at Iris & Lin.  You can use your gift card at numerous stores in Lane Cove.

 

Contact Details

Address:  Shop 10  Lane Cove Plaza Burns Bay Road Lane Cove
Instagram:  www.instagram.com/irisandlin
Website: www.irisandlin.com.au
Email: [email protected]
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/irisandlin


PETS


PetO

Christmas time is for all members of the family! DOn’t forget to get your furry friend a gift they can adore and CHEW! Head into PetO and check out their selection of treats and Christmas toys for your favourite pets!

Address62 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove, NSW 2066
Phone(02) 9418 8877
Instagram: PetO Instagram
Website: peto.com.au/

 



CREATIVE


Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios 

Bring art and creativity to your loved ones with Gallery Lane Cove’s wide range of gifting ideas. From handmade jewellery and Christmas decorations, to functional ceramic pieces, silk scarves and ties, and art workshop gift vouchers for adults and children, their gift ideas will cater for all types of creative personalities, hobbies and passions.

Gallery Lane Cove has a gift to suit everyone, and it’s a lovely way to support local artists and artisans!

Find out more about courses on offer here (a brilliant gift for anyone in your life who has said they want to learn a new skill), and pop into the Gallery Lane Cove foyer store which is located on the upper Level at 164 Longueville Road Lane Cove. To purchase a gift voucher, please email [email protected].

Address:  164 Longueville Road NSW (opposite the Library)
Phone: 9428 4898
Website: www.gallerylanecove.com.au
Email:  [email protected]
Instagram & Facebook: @gallerylanecove

 


DIY Macrame Kits from Create with Us

Local Bronnie Zervos is our queen of craft (move over Martha Stewart).  Her full experience ‘do it yourself’ (DIY) kits come with everything you need to go from start to finish!

She has some amazing DIY kits available – www.createwithus.com.au/diy-kits

Address: Lane Cove NSW 2066
Facebook: @createwithus
Instagram:  @createwithusworkshops
Telephone: 0414 824 214 | Bronnie
Email: [email protected]

 


Burns Bay Bookery

Got that special someone who has a broad range of interests but is impossible to buy for?

Well, look no further than The Burns Bay Bookery. They have an extensive selection of all the best books for Christmas and the holidays as well as a beautifully curated selection of interesting gifts. Truly, something for everybody.

Click here to view Burns Bay Bookery’s Summer Reading Guide.

Contact Details
Address:
 4/50-54 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066 (just near BWS)
Phone: (02) 9427 4218

 


Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios 

Bring art and creativity to your loved ones with Gallery Lane Cove’s wide range of gifting ideas. From handmade jewellery and Christmas decorations, to functional ceramic pieces, silk scarves and ties, and art workshop gift vouchers for adults and children, their gift ideas will cater for all types of creative personalities, hobbies and passions.

Gallery Lane Cove has a gift to suit everyone, and it’s a lovely way to support local artists and artisans!

Find out more about courses on offer here (a brilliant gift for anyone in your life who has said they want to learn a new skill), and pop into the Gallery Lane Cove foyer store which is located on the upper Level at 164 Longueville Road Lane Cove. To purchase a gift voucher, please email [email protected].

Address:  164 Longueville Road NSW (opposite the Library)
Phone: 9428 4898
Website: www.gallerylanecove.com.au
Email:  [email protected]
Instagram & Facebook: @gallerylanecove

 

 

 


 

Thank you very much to the retailers who support ITC by advertising in Our Christmas Guide.

Shop Local Lane Cove

It has been a tough year for local businesses (many of them owned by Lane Cove locals).  If you are in a position to shop for Christmas presents this year (and we know that many people have had to tighten their budgets this year), then please shop local.  Our Christmas Gift Guides are below.
Check out our other guides here: