Made in Ottawa: 11 Local Gifts
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Pretty River Woodwork
Cross the home chef off you list thanks to Pretty River Woodwork's magnetic knife holder. We love the look of the natural maple wood and can't help but be impressed by the ingenious design to magnetize the wood and hold our kitchen knives.
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Totally Squared
Instead of a box of chocolates, give something little different this year from Totally Squared. Delicious baking is always a welcomed gift at any holiday gathering. The hostess on your list will melt over the date squares and brownies.
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Made in Ottawa: 11 Local Gifts
There's no need to leave Ottawa to find the perfect gift for that special someone. From chocolates to soaps to one-of-a-kind items, here are some made-in-Ottawa gifts that will have everyone on your list celebrating the nation's capital.
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Split Tree Tonic
You say ‘festive holiday drink', I say ‘small batch tonic'. Split Tree Tonic not only went into the Dragons' Den—and scored a dragon—it's also sure to be a hit in your friend's home bar. We think the ginger vanilla will make a great seasonally appropriate addition to any drink.
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Campy Soy Candle
Hand poured in Almonte, just outside of Ottawa, we can think of a few people on our list who would love Campy Soy Candles. With candle names and scents like ‘It's Your Birthday' and ‘A Fresh Start', you'll have plenty of choices, but we love the sound of ‘Breakfast in Bed.'
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Mini Geek
After browsing the Mini Geek Etsy shop, you'll likely end up wondering why you can't have these items in adult sizing (we did!). There are many gift ideas in the shop, but these baby yoga Star Wars-themed pants complete with red-nosed AT-ATs sealed the deal for us. Plus, they roll up or down to grow with the child on your list!
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Versatile
We had a hard time deciding which set of Versatile printed marble coasters to recommend. Something funny? Something beer related? Something geometric? We couldn't decide. They all make us feel like we'd be gifting art as well as a functional coaster.
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Top Shelf Preserves
Top Shelf Preserves isn't playing it safe with their delicious jars of pantry items. This savoury bundle features sriracha pickled garlic scapes, pickled beets and spicy pickled carrots, just to name a few. The food lover on your list will salivate over these items (and if you are lucky, they'll share.)
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Purple Urchin
This sweet tooth set from Purple Urchin appeals to our need to de-stress at the end of the day, and our love for all things sugar. We know the bath bomb smells great and it's just what anyone on your gift list needs for their bath time ritual.
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Strut Jewelry
Ottawa has style, but for those of us who live here, that's hardly news. Strut Jewellery appeals to our fashion senses with on-trend pieces that are handcrafted right here in Ottawa. This brass chevron necklace is perfect for layering and is subtle enough to match anyone's style. Cross another person (or two) off your list.
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Darling and Dapper
Darling and Dapper makes jewellery and accessories that any fashionista would be thrilled to have. We love this chunky knit infinity scarf in an unexpected mustard colour.
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Infinite Purpose
What was once old is new again thanks to these hand-stamped, antique spoon pendants. Not sure what to buy your sister or best gal pal? Pick a saying that best suits her and she's sure to fall in love.
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Pretty River Woodwork
Cross the home chef off you list thanks to Pretty River Woodwork's magnetic knife holder. We love the look of the natural maple wood and can't help but be impressed by the ingenious design to magnetize the wood and hold our kitchen knives.
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Totally Squared
Instead of a box of chocolates, give something little different this year from Totally Squared. Delicious baking is always a welcomed gift at any holiday gathering. The hostess on your list will melt over the date squares and brownies.
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Made in Ottawa: 11 Local Gifts
There's no need to leave Ottawa to find the perfect gift for that special someone. From chocolates to soaps to one-of-a-kind items, here are some made-in-Ottawa gifts that will have everyone on your list celebrating the nation's capital. -
Split Tree Tonic
You say ‘festive holiday drink', I say ‘small batch tonic'. Split Tree Tonic not only went into the Dragons' Den—and scored a dragon—it's also sure to be a hit in your friend's home bar. We think the ginger vanilla will make a great seasonally appropriate addition to any drink.
