Why buy local this Christmas?
Like many of the business at The Lab Factory, local businesses pour their heart and soul into their product. And you can buy some amazing products that can’t be found anywhere else. Much better than the massed produced items adorning the shelves in MANY big name stores.
And even more importantly, you are not contributing to the profits of multinational corporations with umpteen shareholders. When buying local, you are supporting local families pay their bills, buy gifts for their own kids and put the Christmas turkey on the table. Or should that be to throw the Christmas shrimp on the BBQ?!
But where to shop? Here are some of our Top Picks for perfect local gifts
Shop till you Drop
Get in the Christmassy mood by popping along to your local makers market.
Baldivis Parks Lanterns Markets 7th December at Daintree Street (off Baldivis Road), 5-8pm.
Jam packed wall to wall with delighfulness for the eyes, nose and tastebuds! Pack a blanket to enjoy a twilight picnic and lots of activities including:
- Face painting
- Handmade market stalls
- Gourmet food vans
- Live Music
- Special visit from Santa & his Elf Twinkles!
Mandurah’s Christmas Fair 15th December at Hall Park in Mandurah, 4-8pm
Food trucks, Market Stalls, Amusement Rides AND a visit from Santa! Sounds like a perfect way to spend an evening with the family as well as complete your Christmas shopping!
Or if evenings are no good for you, maybe check out the Harrisdale Christmas Market at 11am, 83 Gracefield Boulevard, Harrisdale.
A packed day of food vendors, Christmas photoshoots (even ones for your furry babies!), activities for the kids and a HUGE list of local businesses. For more details check out their event on Facebook
The key to their heart is through their belly!
Got a foodie in your life? Look no further than Kent Street Deli for all their local artisian delights. Check out their Facebook page for the latest information on their Pop-Up shops and events in their venue in Rockingham.
And stop by their café for a scrumptious meal while you check out all their locally sought products.
Give the gift of organisation
The Peaceful Planner is the beautiful creation of our won “Labbie” Ashleigh Vincent.
“Keeping yourself well and happy is what this Planner is all about.
It’s a creative exploration in seeking and living with more Peace in your everyday world”
Full of whimsical and soft botanical drawings, simply because Ashleigh loves all things floral and wanted to add a touch of feminine beauty, she describes it as a “tool to gently motivate you to improve your well-being in every area of your life.”
Capturing the moment
This time of year is about family, so why not capture that in the perfect image. With the professional hand of Life As Artguiding you, your family’s personality will shine through the images Diana creates for you.
Diana Henderson, Fine Art Photographer tell us, “Its not just about taking photos, its about joining the dots of family life, connecting moments, revealing emotion and reframing your story.”
And being a Fine Art Photographer isn’t just about family portraits. Check out their galleries for her amazing work and be inspired with the prefect picture to give your loved one this Christmas.
Time to relax
Christmas can be a frazzling time, so it’s very important to stop, breath and relax once in a while. And what better way to relax than slipping into a bathtub made with locally handmade products from E.B.S.
Emma’s range of bath bombs, shower steamers and scrubs are perfect to help wash away any Christmas stress. She caters for the kids with awesome themed bundles just for them. She also has a very sneaky adult only section so make sure the kids are in bed before you check that out!
Emma also has this amazing Advent calendar which not only features her own favourites as well as new releases, she even included items from other local small businesses! But get in quick as they are selling fast!
And talking of collaborating with other local small businesses, how delish does this gift pack sound?!
E.B.S. Salted Caramel Whipped Soap and body wash with a bag of Bee Popped salted caramel popcorn.
The challenge is to wait for the bath to finish filling before you finish this most delectable popcorn!
The Lab Factory loves to collaborate with local businesses at any time of the year.
If you want to collaborate with us, Click Here and let’s see what we can create together!