Kindred Gifts' Blog

What does sustainability mean?

Sustainability means meeting your current needs, instead of your current wants.

Sustainability is being conscious of not having a negative impact on the needs of future generations.

Sustainability requires us all to make more environmentally-conscious choices about the way we live. It might not be plausible for most of us to have a completely sustainable home or office or method of transportation, but sustainability is all about taking small steps towards improvement...

Make your office sustainable


Being sustainable at work can be hard – it is all about getting your colleagues, peers and bosses on board too...How about suggesting a competition so that the staff member who implements the most successful reduce, reuse or recycle ideas wins a prize? Ask people to consider how you might all reuse materials in the workplace, persuade your boss to invest in some recycling bins or convince everyone to print double sided. Every little step is one that counts.

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas from Bold and Noble

Commandment number one - thou shall not forget Valentine's Day! Whether your partner appreciates Valentine's gifts completely left of field, or is a 'gift from the heart' type person, you could very well be saved from near disaster with one or several of these unique gift ideas from award winning UK design firm Bold & Noble.

Valentine’s Day is one of the more unique calendar holidays, because it is the only one specifically dedicated to celebrating the love between two people. Nice, huh? Instead of the usual flowers and chocolate this year, why not share the love this Valentine's Day with some unique and stylish Bold and Noble prints for your loved one? With a Valentine's Day gift from online gift store Kindred Gifts, you can give your partner a memorable keepsake that can be treasured forever...besides you of course!  Love is definitely in the air this Valentine’s Day!

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women

Valentine's Day gifts should be about the excitement, the passion, and the fun of the unexpected. Why give a gift that is temporary in sight as well as in memory?  Spoil your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with these stunning prints by Bold and Noble (all $74.95) that will add instant colour and flair to her house or office.

Express your love with an unforgettable My Heart print in 'Raspberry' (top left) or the striking and symbolic Endless Love print in 'Dark Mulberry' (top right).

Nothing says "I love you" quite like the bold ‘Poppy Red’ Love print (left), that shouts it from the wall! 

Or if your lady loves to garden or is inspired by nature, you can’t go past the simple yet exquisite Flora print in 'Raspberry' (right) from Bold & Noble.

Give that special lady love in your life a unique gift from Bold & Noble this Valentine’s Day, and her heart is sure to flutter!

Valentine's Day Gifts for Men

Do you always feel like Valentine's Day is for women, so you feel lost when it comes to your ‘turn' to give a gift? Worry no more!  Love makes the world go 'round, and in every corner of the globe you can find places that make the heart soar, especially with these handpulled screen printed Bold and Noble Type Map Prints, $74.95, featuring various countries around the world – or even the whole World (top right), $96.95, itself! 

These striking and stylish hand-pulled screen prints range from the entire World, to individual countries/continents such as Australia (left) and New Zealand and Japan, to Africa, British Isles, France, Italy, Ireland, USA and Canada.  The prints even delve into even more geographical detail, with specially designed prints of cities such as The Big Apple (New York) and London (below right).

Help him get organised yet stay stylish in 2012 with Bold & Noble’s new 2012 Wall Calendars, $49.95. Available in two eye-catching styles, Geometric or Doodle (below left), these funky, fresh designs will add character and organization to any office or home work space.

Made by hand, and printed onto recycled stock, all of the prints from Bold & Noble are not only stylish, but also a fantastic environmentally friendly gift for men this Valentine’s Day.

Each print is available in two striking colour options, and looks fabulous when framed and mounted in offices, kitchens, living areas or bedrooms.
                                   
Give that special guy in your life a unique gift from Bold & Noble this Valentine’s Day, and you’ll have earned brownie points for many years to come! 
                                                                          

 

Gift Giving
We all have our own reasons for giving gifts but regardless of the occasion, the intention is the same: that small smile as the wrapping comes away and the warm fuzzy feeling of knowing that you have made someone feel that little bit special.

Now, with www.kindredgifts.com.au that gift can bring smiles all round, as you shop from a range of gifts which are all helping to support the environment, and the people and animals in it.  

Remember, remember...

Anywhere past year 12, writing notes to yourself on the back of your hand becomes less and less acceptable. After all, a client of yours doesn’t need to know that you need nappies and tomatoes when you’re on your way home tonight.

So why not pin up your ‘notes to self’ instead, and introduce the Actual by Josh Jakus ‘Dusty Man’ Corkboard to your home or office? He’s cute, functional and makes it much easier than trying to decipher the notes on the back of your hand after a day of wash and wear!

With Valentine’s Day around the corner (yes guys, it’s less than two weeks away), it’s not too early to start thinking about Valentine’s Day gifts.To help keep you on the right track, we thought we’d compile a little list of Valentine’s Day gifts NOT to buy. Don’t say we didn’t warn you guys!!

1. Footed pyjama sets, so you can lounge around in matching pjs. The photo says it all doesn’t it?

 2. The Bronx Zoo in New York is giving couples a unique gift idea for Valentine’s Day - for $25, you can name a Madagascar cockroach after your partner, or for $35, the zoo will name two after the pair of you!Funny perhaps, but romantic? We’re not so sure!

 3. ‘Romantic’ toilet paper? We think not! You don’t want your lady thinking you associate her with the…ahem… ‘crap’ in your life, do you? 

4. Red, heart themed bathroom scales. Guys, for your safety, we suggest you stay well away from anything like this!

 5.The Love Gun. Ummm…does anyone really think that love and guns go together? Maybe in a scary stalker kind of way, but certainly not for loved up couples!

 Keep in mind when buying a Valentine’s Day gift for her, it should not only be something she will want or use but something romantic and thoughtful too. Avoid the types of items listed above and you’ll have a much better Valentine’s Day (not to mention a longer relationship probably too!).

Choosing anniversary gifts can be one of the hardest things a couple is faced with, regardless of how long they have been married. Some of the best gifts are not the traditional ones that have been given over and over again. Men and women both want something more exciting, more thoughtful and less generic.

When it comes to choosing the perfect gifts for anniversaries, they should be innovative. Take a look at the designs of the gift options you see, and think about how unique or creative they are. If they look like a one-of-a-kind product, or something with a great story, then it’s certainly something that should be considered. If, however, it looks like it was created in bulk from a giant factory, then it probably doesn’t come from the heart like some of the other gifts that are readily available out there.

Trying to ask a person what they want will likely result in an unanswered question because people often don’t know exactly what they’d really like for anniversary presents. Even if they do, they generally don’t feel comfortable expressing it. What they do generally know though, is that they appreciate unique anniversary gifts, or meaningful gifts with a story behind them. Something that shows the gift giver has gone to effort and thought to choose something out of the ordinary and special.

At Kindred Gifts, we’re dedicated to ethical design – by that we mean gifts and experiences that not only look and feel great, but that are also better for the world. For example, these days there are so many great eco friendly anniversary gifts and handmade anniversary gift ideas available around the world, that it’s hard to go wrong. There are plenty of stunning and handmade items, crafted by artisans who love their work, so there is nothing quite like it on the planet. Plus, don’t forget that it’s a gift that is helping the environment or underprivileged communities, which shows that you, the gift giver, is not only conscious of the need to provide something unique, but also of being green and helping the planet at the same time.

1st year anniversary gift sets the precedent for the entire marriage. What a person buys their husband or wife on the first year will say a lot about the relationship. Jewellery is nice but it can be impersonal so make sure you think about their style when choosing metals or colours; as well as looking for something that isn’t the usual mainstream purchase, so that your loved one can see that you’ve really thought about the gift.
Flowers are nice too of course, but they wilt and aren’t around to look back on over the year(s). However, handmade gifts, Fairtrade gifts and organic gifts can provide just the right theme for an anniversary gift. Since traditional one year anniversary gifts are in the paper theme, you could choose from items as diverse as gift experience vouchers (a fun photographic bike tour around Melbourne, $110, from Real Melbourne Bike Tours for instance); a beautiful hand pulled screen print from Bold & Noble (ladies love the My Heart print, $74.95, and the heart design illustrates just how much you love them!); or a handy pocket sized tasting journal from 33 Books (the 33 Beers journal, $10.95, is always a popular gift for men!).

Even for a 25th anniversary gift or a 50th anniversary gift, there are great anniversary gift ideas out there that revolve around being socially conscious. These can be gifts for the home, for a person’s desk at work or for a person to use on their own. A wide selection is important – such as the large range offered of online gifts at Kindred Gifts - so that a person gets something that they will actually use and keep.

The key to finding great anniversary gifts for women is to search for a present that they didn’t even know they wanted. Shop based upon their personality and interests, and search through unique and handmade gift ideas, and it will be the perfect gift that she will appreciate more than anything else. The Dogeared range of handmade jewellery, now available in Australia, is always a winner for women – beautiful designs that come with meaningful message cards, these pieces never go out of fashion and also give back to the world through Dogeared’s charitable donations. The Dogeared Original Karma necklace, $69.95, is often a popular choice from the range.

For anniversary gifts for men, however, the gifts can be more subtle. Even if they have another version of it, a handmade or Fairtrade item can be just what they need to update their look, the top of the dresser or their desk at work. Try a handpulled screen print from Bold & Noble for instance (like this Type Map Print of the World, $96.95), and they’ll have something to remember the special day, and something to decorate their office or home.

There are a lot of great anniversary gifts out there, so it’s a matter of finding the right one to match personality and interests. At Kindred Gifts, we offer a diverse range of online gifts in Australia (plus we send internationally too at affordable, flat rate shipping costs) so we’re always here to help make your gift giving choices easy.

Need a little expert advice and want to know some suggested gift ideas just for you? Get in touch with us via our Contact Us page, send us some info about yourself or the person you’re buying the gift for, and we’ll come back to you asap with some great gift ideas!

"To ask the right question is already half the solution of a problem" ~ Carl Jung

 

 

Some funny Valentine's Day pictures that are sure to make you chuckle!

1. The 'Love Shave' - Fabio eat your heart out!



2. The 'No pressure but you have to get it sooo right on Valentine's Day guys..'



3. The Hoff channeling Antonio Banderas....kind of:



4. The 'Quick, I have to get a boyfriend before Feb 14' date:




5. The 'Loved Up Couples Truly Make the Rest of Us Sick' sight on Valentine's Day:




6. The 'What were they thinking? Don't show your children!' look:

Images courtesy of:
1. and 3. - www.worldoffemale.com
2. and 4. - www.someecards.com
5. from    - www.failblog.org
6. from    - www.buzzfeed.com

Practicalities aside, the Fluf Organic Cotton Backpack range, featuring "Robot,” "Apple,” and "I Heart You” designs are delightfully safe, and easy on the eye. Each backpack is roomy enough to fit your kid’s lunch, or a combination of lunch and some play gear.

Chances are your kid will fall in love with his or her Fluf Backpack, to the extent they want to use it for everyday school use.

These packs really are something unique. Made from 100% organic cotton they are lined with a 100% wipeable and water resistant Polyester lining, which means grubby fingers don’t stand a chance.

The packs’ backsides are coated with 100% Polyester to keep the material free from stains. Adjustable straps allow for easy carrying.

 

Long Lasting and Easy to Care for

Have you ever wished for a backpack that gives your kid a joyful reason to carry their belongings, yet is practical in use and easy to care for?

The Fluf Organic Backpacks are exactly that and much more.

You can wash them in the machine (on a cold and delicate cycle) then line dry to preserve them for years to come.

 

Product specs: Each pack is 27.9cm (11", L) x 24.1cm (9.5", W) x 10.2cm (4", D) in size. They retail for $39.95 and make the perfect gift for any kid’s birthday, Christmas wish list or any other joyful occasion.

 

Easily Combine Food and Play Gear with the Addition of a Snack Pack

If you want peace of mind, consider coupling a trendy and food safe Fluf Organic Snack Pack with each backpack to keep food and other gear in dedicated spaces.

Snack packs are made from the same environmentally and safe materials and are free of BPA, lead, phthalates, and other nasty toxins that could harm your loved ones.

 Each pack is 15.2cm (6", L) x 15.9cm (6.25", W) x 1.9cm (0.75", D) in size. A set of two will set you back $24.95.

If you want to couple a snack pack with a Fluf Organic Cotton Backpack you can pick from 3 designs:

1. Mama Love;

2. Good Eats;

3. And Apples and Oranges.

 

Trendy Practical Stuff to Liven Up Your Home and Lives

Fluf offers a range of trendy and environmentally friendly products that brighten our homes and lives. They made the ideal gift for anyone you care for.

Fluf is a proud member of the 1% of the Planet Alliance. They donate 1% of their sales to non-for-profit organisations to help make our world a better place.

Kindred Gifts is a distributor for and stocks the entire Fluf range of groovy Fluf designs. Please check out our other funky gifts from this trendy designer.

Looking for some affordable Valentine's Day gift ideas for your wife, girlfriend, husband, or boyfriend?

You don't need to have a lot of money to spend on Valentine's Day - many meaningful gifts aren't always the most expensive ones!

Here are a few ideas we've put together to help give you some inspiration for romantic Valentine's Day gifts for your loved one this year:

- Show off your kitchen skills and spoil them with their favourite home cooked meal or their favourite sweet dessert.

- Take them on a romantic picnic for two to their favourite outdoor spot (a park, the beach, a hilltop etc).

- Give them a gift of their favourite tea or coffee or choose a special new flavour for them to try; then add a cute reusable coffee cup that will always make them think of you. Melbourne-based Hookturn Industries makes super stylish silicone BYO Cups that always stand out in a crowd.

- Write them a heartfelt card or letter telling them why they’re so special to you – something they’re guaranteed to keep for a long time!

- Give them a fun gift that they’ll remember long after Valentine’s Day with some cute yet practical fridge magnets, such as the Kate Grenier range. Show them that you understand just what they hold dear to their heart, or their favourite pastime, by finding a specially themed magnet pack – do they love music, or golf? Are they vegetarians, artists, jetsetters or dog lovers for instance?

There is a magnet pack for every taste, and every time they walk past their fridge they’ll remember a special Valentine’s Day!

- Surprise them with a handmade gift voucher – whether this is for a massage, a day off during chores or anything else you may feel in the mood to give (!) this can be an intimate yet affordable gift idea to help celebrate Valentine’s Day together.

- Does your man love his beer, wine, cigars, whiskey, cheese or coffee? Give him a pocket sized tasting journal from 33 Books and he’ll be able to record all his favourite brands in the one spot. At a cheap and cheerful $10.95-$12.95 each, they’re a great gift that will give him hours of entertainment. Add a journal to some of his favourite wine, beer, coffee etc and he’ll be a very happy boy!

What's the best free or cheap Valentine's Day gift that you've ever given or received?

Living a sustainable life – ideas to consider, things to try.

What does sustainability mean?

Sustainability means meeting your current needs, instead of your current wants.

Sustainability is being conscious of not having a negative impact on the needs of future generations.

Sustainability requires us all to make more environmentally-conscious choices about the way we live. It might not be plausible for most of us to have a completely sustainable home or office or method of transportation, but sustainability is all about taking small steps towards improvement...

Make your holiday sustainable

Sustainable holidays mean less stress - look at the things that cause you to stress. Why is it stressful? Is it necessary? Can you cut back on the distance that you travel so that you don’t need to cope with jet lag or time delays? Can you catch public transport (train holidays can be fantastic!) so that you don’t have to worry about finding your way or driving in unfamiliar areas?

Sustainable holidays mean less waste: look for things that create wasted resources. What are the alternatives?

Sustainable holidays mean relaxing: you may not be able to make sweeping changes in one season. Set yourself one holiday goal and do what you can. It is a holiday after all!

This guest blog post comes from the lovely Meagan at the This Whole Family blog. Meagan is first and foremost a mama to two gorgeous little ones, a wife, a green cleaner and vegetarian chef, a writer, a yoga teacher, an animal rights activist and creator of all things homemade. She enjoys shopping, vegan baking and her newfound hobbies- sewing, knitting and photography. You can find her playing hide and seek at the park, drawing with crayons, reading a book or feeding her newborn while sipping soy chai lattes and nibbling on Fairtrade chocolate.
Meagan says:

We love using candles to create mood in our home. We light a candle each night before saying our grace at dinner; we light one or two naturally scented candles throughout the house during the day when we’re hanging out at home; we light a candle when we’re quietly drawing and we also light a candle at storytime to create a sense of stillness, wonder and reflection. We have been long-time fans of beeswax candles, but when we are in the mood for a new scent and a bit more luxury our choice is soy candles.

Using soy candles instead of conventional paraffin based ones is better for you and the environment- a win-win situation. Here’s why:

* Soy wax is non-toxic and burns cleaner than paraffin, while paraffin based candles emit a petroleum exhaust leaving smokey residue on walls, ceilings, furniture and even in your lungs.

* Soy candles burn longer, slower and cooler compared to conventional candles.

* As long as the soybeans are grown sustainably, they are a renewable resource, unlike paraffin which is derived from petroleum.

* Soywax is made from hydrogenated soybean oil and is therefore naturally biodegradable.

Kindred Gifts sells a beautiful range of candles called Pompadour Soy Candles that are scented with natural essential oils and fine fragrances of frangipani and willow bark blended with jasmine, orange, grapefruit, bergamot, pettigrain, ylang ylang and mimosa. Unlike many conventional candles these are free from paraffin, palm oil, animal by-products and chemicals.

From the Kindred Gifts website: "The range draws inspiration from the legend of Madame de Pompadour - a woman who personified learning, wit and style, who embraced luxury, aesthetics and indulgence to please her soul in the same way that art, literature and music did”. This sentence alone makes me want to light a candle and get in touch with my creative side!

Gift Giving
We all have our own reasons for giving gifts but regardless of the occasion, the intention is the same: that small smile as the wrapping comes away and the warm fuzzy feeling of knowing that you have made someone feel that little bit special.

Now, with www.kindredgifts.com.au that gift can bring smiles all round, as you shop from a range of gifts which are all helping to support the environment, and the people and animals in it.  

Battling the computer games..

Are you fighting the battle to seduce your kids away from technology and out into the bright sunshine of summer? Why not try introducing them to some old school favourites like the traditional Egg & Spoon Race? Fun In The Sack Egg and Spoon Race kit gives you everything you need without running the risk of broken eggs all over the back yard.

Birthdays are the highlight of the year for every child. They find pure delight with the perfect cake, party favours, and games. Every year, parents strive to throw the best birthday party to commemorate the birth of their pride and joy. One of the hardest aspects of these fantastic birthday parties is finding the ultimate present.

Choosing ideal kids gifts does not need to be a stressful experience. You should find joy and happiness with the entire gift purchasing and giving experience. Knowing that your gift will make the boy or girl in your life feel special and loved is worth so much. With so many new products on the market and a variety of places to purchase gifts for kids, the task of finding the ultimate gift ideas for kids can seem daunting. This need not be the case.

When you shop with Kindred Gifts, you can rest easy in the knowledge that you have purchased the highest quality of product from a retailer you can trust. We have the ideal gifts for baby girls, baby boys and older kids. One of our most popular items is the eco-friendly Fun In The Sack. Remember your childhood summers playing this simple game? You start at one end of the yard with your egg in a spoon and race to your team member. Your team member proceeds to race back to the other starting line. The goal throughout the race is to keep the egg steady and unbroken. This version is a little less messy but just as much fun. Fun In The Sack is the ideal gift for children's birthday parties. The reusable brightly coloured spoons and wooden eggs easily allow for six children (and even adults) to enjoy the fun. Fun In The Sack encourages teamwork, a steady hand and lots of fun. This is a great kids gift.

Birthday parties are the ultimate celebration for each and every child. Finding the gifts for kids may seem stressful but with our variety of Fun In The Sack games, we have taken the guesswork out of choosing the ultimate gift. All of Kindred Gifts products are eco-friendly and made from natural materials. While the birthday boy or girl receives the best gift they can imagine, they are also learning to help the environment. Start a tradition and give kids gifts that give back to the planet. Kindred Gifts truly provides the ultimate gift that keeps on giving.

-     "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" ~ Lao Tzu

Want to treat your sweet heart with a delightful desert?  Here's a couple of recipe ideas from two of our favourite Australian cookbooks, Martha Goes Green and The Sustainable Table.

Martha Goes Green - Easy Vanilla Cupcakes

 

 

The Sustainable Table - Raw Chocolate and Banana Tarts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Makes 8-10 small, 6 medium or 4 large tarts

Seasons:

summer, autumn, spring

"Food is unparalleled in its nutritional quality in its raw and natural state." Angela Gioffre

Ingredients

Base

2 tbsp agave syrup

1 cup almonds, soaked in 1 cup of water for around 5 hrs

1/3 cup cashew cream

¼ cup cashews

¼ cup water

1/3 tsp vanilla essence/syrup

agave, to taste (optional)

ground cinnamon, to taste (optional)

Filling

3 tbsp cashew cream, see above

1 banana

1 tsp raw cacao powder

1 strawberry

Topping

strawberries, sliced

chocolate mint herb or mint leaves

METHOD

Base

1. Blend agave syrup and almonds, then press into flan tins of your desired size.

Cashew Cream

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.

2. If you would like it a little sweeter add agave, or spices such as cinnamon.

3. Use, or store in the fridge until ready to use.

The cream keeps for about one week.

Filling

1. Blend cashew cream, banana, cacao powder and strawberry.

2. Spoon into flan tins.

3. Top with strawberries and a leaf of the chocolate mint or regular mint.

4. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours and enjoy.

 

 

 

Designer Marcia Maizel-Clarke always dreamed of creating beautiful jewelry that makes a hopeful and happy statement and in 1991 that dream came true when she founded Dogeared Jewels and Gifts. In Marcia’s words, "Our hope is that Dogeared jewels help people connect with one another in a meaningful way, and create an ever expanding circle of joy."

A new and gorgeous Dogeared collection in the spirit of true love and affection has just arrived in Australia. The Dogeared ‘LOVE’ collection is modern, versatile and trendsetting. Each handcrafted necklace is an expression and extension of your love for someone close to your heart.

The Dogeared XO Kiss and Hug Necklace features a hand cast eco-friendly, recycled sterling ‘XO’ silver charm pendant and hangs on a fine sterling silver chain. The XO Kiss and Hug card sweetly says, "a Kiss and a Hug are all I need. Wear your necklace as a reminder that.... I Love You".

Gift Giving
We all have our own reasons for giving gifts but regardless of the occasion, the intention is the same: that small smile as the wrapping comes away and the warm fuzzy feeling of knowing that you have made someone feel that little bit special.

Now, with www.kindredgifts.com.au that gift can bring smiles all round, as you shop from a range of gifts which are all helping to support the environment, and the people and animals in it.  

Can’t decide?

Kindred Gift’s "Buy Once, Give Twice” philosophy means that their gift cards aren’t just contributing to some corporate fat-cat’s private island fund.  Instead, they’ve adopted a whole new way of doing business and buying from them means that you’re being eco friendly, buying handmade goodness or contributing to fair trade initiatives and charitable causes.

On top of that, Kindred Gifts also donate 2% of their revenue to charities, so if you can’t decide on one thing in their fantastic range then why not buy a pretty little gift card and let the person you’re buying for decide?

Whether you’re trying to impress the girl of your dreams or looking for a fun way to teach your little ones their Ps and Qs the set of six Lovely Manners Placemats are quirky additions to the dinner table, each covered in guiding sentences that teach you proper table manners.

Each of the six placemats has its own unique set of manners- a total of 24 cute reminders about how to behave your best at the table. Examples include:

Do not begin to eat until EVERYONE HAS BEEN SERVED.

Always ask for food to be passed. NEVER REACH OR POINT!

Please do not use your fingers to push your food onto the fork.

Please use your knife as a helper!

DO NOT PUT TOO MUCH FOOD onto your fork.

NEVER STUFF YOUR MOUTH! You will look rude stuffing all that food in your mouth!

NEVER CUT OR SUCK UP long pasta pieces. A few strands should be twirled on your fork, using your spoon as a helper if you wish.

-      "For what is the best choice, for each individual, is the highest it is possible for him to achieve" ~ Aristotle

Choose from the 6 members of the 33 Book family:

33 Beers What bloke wouldn’t love a journal to record the names of his favourite brews? The beer notebooks even contain a small amount of beer in the ink!

33 Wines Every wine-lover, whether novice or pro, needs a wine journal to help them to remember a beautiful tasting. The wine notebooks also contain a small amount of wine in the ink.

33 Coffees Keep track of your favourite coffees- record the brewing method, coffee name and other details so that you never forget a remarkable brew. The coffee notebooks contain a few drops of coffee in the ink.

33 Cheeses If you’re a cheese lover this notebook is for you. A fun and innovative way to remember which cheese you love on your next cheese tasting tour. The notebooks contain a small amount of dairy milk in the ink.

33 Cigars "Smoke 'em if you got 'em”. A unique gift idea for men who want an easy way to record their favourite stogies in a very classy package. The outside covers are hand-embossed three times with white gold, and leafy foils for an extra special, luxury finish.

33 Whiskeys A whiskey-tasting journal for fathers, grandfathers or perhaps even grandmothers! Use it to record the taste, smell and smoothness of each whiskey you try. The notebooks contain a small amount of whiskey in the ink too.

In every 33 Book there is a unique "flavour wheel" included on each of the 33 pages of note-taking space providing a quick and visual way to describe and record flavour. Simple check-boxes for key information are also included to help you with the recording process.

These chic yet inexpensive notebooks are a great gift for ‘flavourists’ from all walks of life. The wine, coffee and cheese notebooks make a wonderful housewarming gift or birthday present for both men and women. The beer, cigar and whiskey themes are stylish and unique gifts for fathers, brothers, husbands or sons. Choose whichever theme you think would most excite the man in your life. Finally, a Valentine’s Day gift (or other!) you know he’ll love!

Corporate gifts Australia companies need come from a leading online supplier that combines style with sustainability. Kindred Gifts, the environmentally-friendly company that delivers gifts for every occasion, supplies distinguished companies in Australia and around the world with quality corporate gifts. These corporate gifts make holidays and special events perfect for employees, customers and vendors.

Gifts with a Heart

Companies do not want the bad publicity gained from giving gifts made by child labour, slave labour or by other oppressive means. That helps explain why companies of every size turn to Kindred Gifts when buying corporate gifts.

All the corporate gifts Australia companies need can come from many different sources, but companies that buy from Kindred Gifts get something special. Kindred Gifts sell only items that pass stringent quality evaluations and come from sustainable sources. Products sold by this company come from artists around the world who take pride in their work and who work in safe environments. Thanks to Kindred Gifts, companies can give gifts with a clear conscience.

Rather than buying products at the lowest possible price, Kindred Gifts looks for producers who follow Fair Trade practices. Fair Trade principles mean that Kindred Gifts can only buy goods made by people who work in safe environments at fair wages. Products made under these guidelines help raise the standard of living in some of the poorest places in the world.

Gifts with a Smile

Kindred Gifts offers unique corporate gift ideas that can satisfy almost any need. A "Big Grin” guarantee means the company will satisfy its customers or issue a $50 credit. This means that business customers can shop expecting to quality corporate gifts. A 30-day money-back guarantee goes the extra mile to ensure customers get exactly what they want.

Customers smile knowing that every purchase makes the world a better place for human beings, animals and the environment. Customers also smile knowing that they buy unique gifts that ship for a low, flat rate all around Australia. A low international flat rate for shipping makes sure that companies everywhere can experience the joy that comes from finding their corporate gift ideas at Kindred Gifts.

"Change is inevitable; personal growth is a choice" ~ Bob Proctor