“How wonderful to look forward to a Christmas season that will look a bit more like it ought to in terms of celebrating together! This year brings with it a different set of restrictions from the standpoint of shipping and stock availability of gift items. Shopping locally where possible is an attractive option, and I’ve featured several local artisan pieces in this year’s guide to give you gift-giving ideas you can feel good about, at the same time knowing you’re doing something special.” Lara Gladych
Something Luxurious
Tom Ford fragrances in Eau de Vert Bohème 50ml $170, and Black Orchid 50ml $170.
Shoppers Drug Mart, Sidney
Something Spirited
Sheringham Distillery Rhubarb Gin 750ml $49.31; Elderberry/Flower Salt Spring Wild special blend cider 750ml $17.69. Dickens Liquor Shoppe, Sidney
Something Beautiful
“Bird of Paradise” $145; Christmas wreath ornament $45.
Fowler Glass Studio, Mattick’s Farm
Something Warm
Tempo Equestrian navy jacket $189.99; cognac wristlet $79.99.
Greenhawk Equestrian Sport, Brentwood Bay
Something Sensory
Jody’s Naturals candle in Cinnamon & Cedar $22.99; Saltspring Kitchen Company Savoury Collection Spreads $26.99; Wavertree & London Persimmon & Red Currant soap $12.95.
Brentwood Bay Village Emporium
Something Festive
“106 Frost Street” encaustic house by Brenda Walker $210.
The Gallery, Mattick’s Farm
Something Sweet
Vintage bee candle $26.95; honey stick $3.95; small batch honey $14.50; vintage bee dish $12.95; whiskey infused honey $18.50.
Country Bee Honey Farm, Saanichton
Something Cool
O’Neill fleece plaid shirt $80; tentree cap $42.99.
Cottons & Blues, Sidney
Something Distinctive
Shi Studio necklace $96; Lady Dragon Glassworks leather wrap bracelet $64 and jelly fish glass pendant necklace $40.
Market Collective, Mattick’s Farm
