Kindred Gifts' Blog

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!

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?

Now is the time to ease back into the new work year with some great eco friendly products from the Kindred Gift’s online gift store.

After Christmas and New Years, we are gearing up to going back to work, so why not gift yourself a gift to make the "going back to work” transition a lit bit easier. Why not spoil yourself with something special to start the new work year off and after all, don’t you deserve it too? So here are a few gift ideas to suit every style and budget.

Hookturn BYO Cups

These days who doesn’t arrive at work with a coffee in hand to get the day started! Seems like everyone does.

Give a thought to the huge waste of resources as all those takeaway coffee cups are thrown in the bin, day after day. So why not consider a BYO Coffee Cup!! (or tea if that’s your pleasure).  That way you’re doing your bit for the planet, being green and not adding all that extra rubbish to the world.

These re-useable stylish looking BYO Coffee Cups can be used over and over again. They come in a range of smart colour choices and are made from naturally BPA-free silicone so they don’t harbour any odours or bacteria.  And they look just like a take-away coffee cup!

The cups are light and flexible in design and withstand heats of up to 200 degrees Celsius, all the while keeping your beverage of choice nice and warm, but cool to the touch.
Dishwasher friendly. Microwave friendly. User friendly. Climate friendly.

Available in two convenient sizes - 8 oz (230ml) or 12 oz (340ml).

Mustard Rules ruler/back scratcher


Have you ever had an itch you just can’t reach, stretching your arm over and around your head,  to reach that one little itchy part on your back?

Here’s the perfect answer for you. Just how versatile is this 30cm long Ruler/back scratcher!!

Made from eco-friendly bamboo, this is a great product for the office because it’s also disguised as a full ruler!

Lexon travel clock

How often do you look around the office trying to find a clock. Well here’s a very functional, environmentally friendly travel clock from Lexon made from bamboo and biodegradable plastic, perfect for sitting on your office desk. And so versatile and compact you can just pack it in your bag at the end of the day and use on your bedside table too, making it a perfect travel clock.

The clock is dual powered by solar or uses 1 AAA battery and has an electro luminous display with time, day, date and temperature.

This great travel alarm clock is simple and stylish making it an ideal corporate gift ideal for men or women and is great for anyone looking for an ethical, eco-friendly gift for travel, home or the office.

321 water bottle

Here’s a scary fact when next drinking out of a water bottle! Did you know that it takes at least 3 litres of water to produce 1 litre of bottled water?

But, here’s a solution with the stylish way to stay healthy and hydrated whilst reducing the use of fossil fuels, carbon emissions and waste associated with drinking bottled water.

The 321 Water Bottle. This beautifully designed, re-useable water bottle with a one push easy-to-use plunger mechanism that contains the filter. All you need to do is simply fill the bottle with water from the tap, then push the plunger to filter out all the chlorine and other tastes creating freshly filtered great tasting water.

This 500ml screw top bottle is also dishwasher-safe and BPA free and each filter lasts for 50 litres or 100 uses.

So not only can you have a stylish re-useable water bottle, but you’re saving the environment too. The 321 would make an idea gift for any sports lover, ideal for taking to the office and an ideal corporate gift idea.

Vers Audio iPhone cases

How many of us are using an iPhone now? This hand-crafted iPhone 4/4S case made from either solid hardwood or bamboo is uniquely stylish and tailored to fit nicely in your pocket.

The cases are also UV protectant and moisture resistant protecting your iPhone from everyday elements as well as being touch and durable.

Both bamboo and wood are tough and renewable too with steel pin reinforced corners for added strength, soft scratch resistant linings with openings for the headphone jack and the charging port. And, what we love about these durable hand-crafted cases is that not only do they look great, but they offer your superior protection and use renewable resources!!

Such a smart and stylish case that combines the natural beauty and strength of hardwood and bamboo, not only looks great, but far exceeds the strength of plastic cases.

As with all of the Vers Audio’s wood sound systems and accessories,  we love that for every tree used in production they'll plant 100, in conjunction with their long-time partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Vers Audio Shellcase for iPad 2

Go lean, go green! These slimline handcrafted cases for iPad 2’s not only offer superior protection but are made from beautiful warm to the touch bamboo and wood offering each case a unique character of their own. Now that’s stylish!

Each case is steel reinforced for strength and durability and come with a soft, scratch resistant lining, are UV protectant and moisture resistant keeping your iPad safe from all the everyday elements.

The two part slider case design offers a great feel with the addition of an included metal food, making the case extremely versatile as you are able to angle your iPad to suit what you’re doing at the time – emailing or typing a document, watching a movie or running a slide show. There’s a suitable viewing angle, landscape or keyboard use just for you.

The iPad is an awesome device, now even made better in a Stylish hand-crafted solid Natural Walnut or solid Bamboo Shellcase uniquely designed just for you.

As with all of the Vers Audio’s wood sound systems and accessories, we love that for every tree used in production they'll plant 100, in conjunction with their long-time partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Vers Audio 1E Earphones with Handsfree function - Bamboo or Walnut

These sustainably sourced Bamboo or Walnut eco friendly earphones are perfect for listening to music on the bus or in the office. And because they are crafted with bamboo, they produce a clear, familiar, natural sound quality that Vers has become known for.

Now you can enjoy the warm, natural sound of Vers wherever you go. And for an ideal acoustic experience, the in-ear passive noise cancellation design blocks 90% of the surrounding sound!

Each set of earphones comes in their own felt-lined recycled metal carrying case, keeping them safe and protected. They also have an integrated microphone with mute and play/pause controls making them the perfect solution for your iPhone too for making handsfree calls on the go.

The earphones have been handcrafted from genuine bamboo or natural walnut shell, and as there are no PVC materials you get the most natural, full spectrum of sound.  Also included are interchangeable earcaps for both comfortable sizing and hygiene.

As with all of the Vers Audio’s wood sound systems and accessories, we love that for every tree used in production they'll plant 100, in conjunction with their long-time partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Vers Audio 1.5R iPod/iPhone speaker/AM/FM Radio/Alarm clock

You wanted it and Vers listened and built it. The 1R iPod/iPhone dock. Great sound and awesome design with an environmentally sustainable mindset all in this all-in-one iPod sound system suitable for any room of the house.

This superb compact AM/FM sound system is great on the bedside table, in the office, in the kitchen or just anywhere that you are after a superior sounding system with a full rich sound system that you’ve come to expect from Vers.

Made in Bamboo or Natural Walnut finishes, each cabinet is fully handcrafted taking over a week to build. Offering a 15W full range speaker – that’s a lot of acoustic power in a small unit.

The system also offers a dual alarm, plays and charges your iPod or iPhone at the same time, rear port design for deep bass response, along with an adjustable backlit LCD with large easy to read display. Another handy thought of feature is the battery back-up which saves settings in case of power loss.

The Vers 1.5R is designed with a sustainable mindset, with bamboo and wood selected from managed plantation sources, 100% post-consumer recycled packaging materials and energy-efficient components.

• 210 mm W X 175 mm D X 144 mm H or (8.2" L X 6.7" D X 5.6" H)

Kate Grenier ‘Office’ magnets (6 pack)

Super cute – these not so ordinary bottle-caps are brought to you by artist Kate Grenier who has been collecting vintage images and symbols over the years to inspire her designs which make a whimsical, fun and uplifting addition to the home or office. 

You can’t help but smile each time you walk by your refrigerator at home or at the office, when you see the quirky hand-made designs  on recycled bottle caps!! – each one being an artistic and sophisticated chic addition to wherever you choose to show them off. 

These fun charming "Office” magnets would make an idea gift for an office colleague or employee.

Tin box dimensions: 8.9cm X 2.5cm X 6.4cm (3.5" x 1 x 2.5").

Other themes in the range include : ‘Home Sweet Home’, ‘Jetsetter’, ‘Wine Lover’, ‘Shopping’, ‘French’, ‘In the Kitchen’, ‘Yoga’, ‘In the Garden’, ‘Romance’, ‘Birthday’, ‘Congrats’ and even ‘Edward’ or ‘Jacob’ from Twilight!

We love that these quirky, playful, nostalgic magnets make such a unique gift for a wide variety of different occasions for everyone in your life.

Fluf lunch bags

Now you can be the envy of the lunch room with these adorable lunch bags from Fluf! They come in great fun designs and are eco friendly too!

These very stylish, fun, washable, durable, practical and easy to use lunch bags can fit a whole lot of lunch in.  Ideal for the fun Office exec or makes a perfect gift for kids too!

The Fluf lunch bag is designed with an easy snap closure, is easy to carry and easy to care for. And what we love about them is that they are made of 100% organic cotton with a removable lining, so they can be washed and wiped out. No toxins, phthalates, BPA or waste.

Fluf strives to make their products as clean and green as possible, and are a member of 1% For The Planet, an alliance of businesses that donate 1% of total sales to non-profit environmental organizations worldwide.

Approximate size: 28cm x 22cm x 13cm (11" x 8" x 5").

Compendium notebooks
Compendium Positively Green Notebook - How Beautiful A Day Can Be When Kindness Touches It (other designs available)

Positively Green notebooks are Heart-warming and lift and inspire, suitable for all occasions in your life connecting you to the ones you love - birthdays, friendship, love, congratulations, sympathy and encouragement.

Here's proof that you can purchase eco friendly items without sacrificing quality, style or design.

Beautifully illustrated in vibrant colours, with inspiring quotations and easy-to-do environmental tips on the back, these gorgeous and thoughtfully crafted products make the ideal gift for someone special in your life.

Positively Green notebooks are printed as "green" as possible: Compendium uses FSC-certified 100% post-consumer waste paper, soy inks, and their printing is done at a press that gets their energy from wind-power. Not only do all of the products in this line have educational and informative green tips on how to reduce our environmental footprint, but Compendium also donates 10% of the profits to organizations that are working to protect our environment.

Fleabags Original tote bags
Fleabags Oringal Flea Bag - Pebble (ON SALE NOW)


Fleabags Original Flea Bag - Indian Blanket (ON SALE NOW)


Fleabags Original Flea Bag - White (ON SALE NOW)



A very stylish, chic piece in a tote bag! But not just any tote bag.

The Fleabags Original tote bags are handmade from organic cotton/hemp canvas and don’t contain nasty glues. Each tote bag is made in limited editions, signed and numbered with water based ink.

These striking bags are all designed and handmade in New York from organic and vintage materials, and use vegetable-tanned, American and Italian leather for the straps.

Fleabags are all designed and handmade in New York from organic and vintage materials, and use vegetable-tanned, American and Italian leathers. Fleabags use no toxic glues or paints, just good old fashion sewing!

Perfect for a weekend away, or taking your sweats to the office for a lunchtime workout or a run at the beach after work, this bag also makes a great gift for her.

Approximate size: 41cmH x 15cmD x 41cmW (16" x 6" x 16") at widest;  handle drop 20cm (8"); zipper and welt pocket each 17cm long by 20cm wide (6.5" long by 8" wide).

Fleabags strive to produce environmentally sustainable products, and thus they don't treat their materials with water resistant or protective chemicals. To remove mild stains or dirt from the fabric, use a washcloth with a mild detergent and warm water solution. For waxed canvas products use water only or with hand soap (no detergent!). Please consult a professional dry cleaner for tougher stains.

Alchemy Goods laptop sleeve
Eastlake Laptop Bag - Grass

Eastlake Laptop Bag - Ash

Alchemy Goods have the perfect laptop sleeve to protect your laptop from bumps and tumbles on your way to work or home from the office!

This very sleek minimal sleeve is very funky! It’s also water resistant in case you get caught in the rain running to the train AND constructed from upcycled bicycle inner tubes!! How cool! In other words, lessening the landfill and by creative thinking - creating this innovative laptop sleeve.

Not only does it look cool too, but on each laptop sleeve you will find a number in the upper right hand corner, which represents the percentage (by weight) of upcycled material that goes into each product!

The unique sleeve accommodates most 38cm (15") laptops. It features highlight stitching and is made of 79% upcycled materials.

Approximate size of laptop cover: 41cm x 30cm x 1cm (16.0" x 12.0" x 0.5").

Baggu backpacks

Backpacks can look a little bulky, but not the Baggu backpack with it’s simplistic, nostalgic well-made design.

These unisex backpacks are great for a laptop, going to the gym, carrying a camera or your books around uni, going to the shops or even use as an ideal size overnight bag.

Lightweight and sturdy, these eco friendly backpacks are made from 100% recycled 16.oz cotton canvas. With such a modern design, the bags also feature a front pocket, a magnetic snap and buckle closer, an interior drawstring for extra safety and protection and an interior pocket for your valuables.

Looking for a fun tote to carry all your summer essentials to the beach, the park or the pool? You've found it!

Approximate size of the backpack: 40.5cm high x 25cm wide x 14cm deep (16" x 10" x 5.5").

Baggu backpacks are a modern, stylish choice and make a perfect Christmas gift, birthday gift or even a great corporate gift idea. Sustainable style at a value for money price - what's not to love?

Blue Q zipper pouches (for all those stationery odds and ends).
Blue Q Camera Zipper pouch

Blue Q Airmail Zipper Pouch

Featuring artwork by Christine Berrie, these very trendy eco friendly zipper pouches would be great for all those stationery odds and ends you take to work.

Made from 95% recycled post consumer material with a cool crushed, wrinkled look, these very stylish zipper pouches would make the ideal gift for a friend or office co-worker.

Approximate dimensions of the zipper pouch are: 24.1cm w x 18.4cm h (9.5" x 7.25").

Not just stylish and sustainable, this arty zipper pouch also gives back – a charitable gift idea, 1% of the sale supports the conservation work of the Nature Conservancy. Blue Q guarantees a minimum contribution of $100,000.00 AUD through April 19, 2013.

Corporate Gift Ideas - unique online gifts for clients, staff and suppliers.

Corporate Christmas gifts are a nightmare – what do you buy the boss that has everything or the Secret Santa recipient that you’re not 100% sure you know?? With a little help from www.kindredgifts.com.au, you’re covered this year and you can sit back safe in the knowledge that you have given not once, but twice – both the recipient and the environment win out in the long run.

 

The Leafsky Photography 2012 Australian Landscapes Wall Calendar is much more than a calendar: it is a reminder that just because they’re the boss, it doesn’t mean they can’t go on an interstate mini-break and enjoy some of the freedom they longer for during budget-season! And who better to leave in charge in their absence but the one who inspired such spontaneity – the perfect gift for the boss who has everything.

HookTurn’s - BYO Reusable Coffee Cup is perfect for Secret Santa. It won’t break the budget and who knows anyone that doesn’t need some sort of beverage to get them going in the morning – whether it be tea, coffee or a sneaky sherry?? This stylish cup is not only a great looking addition to the morning commute, but it is also the perfect way to enjoy the drink of your choice, without creating any litter.

3. Buying for your clients can be tough, but not with Kindred Gifts!

Vers Audio Slimline Shellcases for iPhone 4/4S, available in bamboo or natural walnut, are elegant and original, which is exactly how your client will feel upon receiving one as their Christmas gift. Far better than the obligatory bottle of wine and standard accompanying card, these cases provide a personal and constant reminder of how your company cares about its clients and about the environment. After all, as with all of Vers Audio's wood sound systems and accessories, for every tree used in production they'll plant 100, in conjunction with their long-time partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Why not get them a Fluf Organic Cotton Lunch Bag?

With the recession hitting around the globe, more and more people are choosing to take the budget friendly option of bringing their work to lunch with them and what better way to do it than in one of these stylish, practical, and roomy bags.

Large enough to fit a whole lunch in, but soft enough to fold and store away easily, your pal will be the envy of the lunch room!

Some of the most popular gift ideas include the cute 'Doggy' Lunch Bag, the simple yet sophisticated 'Lunch' bag, or the fun and fresh 'Salad' option.

New To Australia: Calendars as Artworks! Design Studio Bold & Noble’s First Ever Wall Calendar Range Lands At Kindred Gifts

Kindred Gifts is pleased to announce the release of the new to Australia, Bold & Noble 2012 Wall Calendars in two modern designs. Beautiful artworks for any room, the Doodle Wall Calendar and Geometric Wall Calendar are each available in two fresh colour options and retail for $74.95. The large 70cm x 100cm designs are a practical yet contemporary way to showcase your unique style and personality both easily and affordably. The artworks, hand-pulled screen prints which have been sustainably produced on recycled card, were designed by accomplished UK based duo Jane Tobitt and David Wardle and are the first wall calendars the pair has produced.

Kindred Gifts’ CEO Kellie Byrnes says "We love that these funky new calendars will give you the ability to hang a stylish, functional piece of art while at the same time keeping track of events and schedules throughout the year. The beautiful designs, illustrations and typography you will see in all of Bold & Noble’s work have led it to become our most popular range for people looking for unique gifts for women or men friends, family, or co-workers, and we’re sure that these calendars will be just as popular. The Bold & Noble range is also one of the most popular sources of wedding gifts and Christmas gifts for our customers, and we’re excited that the launch of the 2012 Wall Calendars will give people the ability to purchase even more gifts online that are not only beautiful, functional, and unique, but also sustainably produced”.

The work of Jane and David has been regularly featured on an international level and Kindred Gifts is very excited to be able to bring the new pieces created by these fabulous artists to Australia. The contemporary calendars will be a great addition to any home or office, and with room in each space to add a reminder of important events or schedules, you will be able to see your plans for the year quickly and easily, while retaining a sense of style in a normally ‘hidden’ product.

Top Tips for Choosing the Perfect Gift

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 here to help, that gift can bring smiles all round, as you shop from a range of unique gifts which are not only stylish, but also helping to support the environment and the people and animals in it too.

We know that choosing the perfect gift can be daunting though, so to help make things a little easier, we'll be offering one great gift giving tip per week, for 8 weeks, starting with....

Tip 1: Effort

Finding a gift for someone which reflects what they mean to you far outshines how expensive (or inexpensive !) it is: in this coffee crazy era, the Handpresso Wild Outdoor Espresso Maker Travel Set is perfect for those caffeine crazy buddies we have who live in tiny city apartments and don’t have the space for a regular sized coffee machine. Show them you know them (and their habits!) so well by surprising them with a gift that they can truly use, day in, day out.

Caffeine fiends will also love to show off their individuality (and sustainable chops) by taking these stylish, eco friendly BYO Cups with them to their local cafe. These reusable coffee cups from Hookturn Industries come in a variety of striking and pastel toned hues, and make a great gift for men or women who love their daily caffeine fix. Choose their favourite colour - or two - and they'll end up smiling and thinking of you fondly each time they head to their favourite coffee shop. Now that's a way for your gift to be remembered!

Ease into the new work year with some fun and practical products from the Kindred Gifts’ online gifts store....

So Christmas has been and gone and feel s a long time ago already, and we’re all back at the grindstone again by now. Well, don’t despair because we’ve got some great gifts and handy items that will make the transition back to work that much easier! Whether you’re looking for some unique gifts online or simply after a fantastic ethical gift to give yourself (after all, you work hard and deserve something special) we’ve got something for every taste and budget......

 

Isak note card sets

Happy Blossom Quicknotes $25.95

 

 

Happy Little Things Quicknotes $25.95,

 

 

and Apple Eco Notes $20.95.

 

The ideal addition to any home or office, these note cards are sure to inject loads of personality to your letter writing in an instant! With contemporary sophistication and individual style, ISAK note cards are fashioned for both the professional and the creative. Perfect for sending sales or thank you notes to clients, their original style will make your letter stand out and be remembered.

Also a great option as a lovely birthday gift or corporate gift for your suppliers or customers, these distinctive note cards are new to Australia and sold as a pack of 20 note cards and envelopes. Each gift set includes 4 different card designs (5 of each in the pack) and 20 envelopes to match.

You can feel great about using or giving these beautiful note cards as they’re very eco friendly – they’re recyclable, made with recycled paper, printed using vegetable inks, elemental chlorine and acid free, and use degradable packaging.

Well designed, unique and eco friendly – what’s not to love?!

Kate Grenier Magnets 6 Pack - Office RRP: $24.95

 

 

They’re cute, they’re collectable, they’re green!

 

New to Australia and exclusive to Kindred Gifts, the Kate Grenier range of magnets make a fantastic gift for her, a gift for men, or a perfect corporate gift. Give an ‘Office’ pack to your boss, a business associate, client or prospect, or use them for fun employee gifts – whatever the occasion, you’ll find something for everyone in this extensive range.

With themes to suit even the hardest person to buy for, the magnet pack range includes ‘Home Sweet Home’, ‘Jetsetter’, ‘Wine Lover’, ‘Shopping’, ‘French’, ‘In the Kitchen’, ‘Yoga’, ‘In the Garden’, ‘Romance’, ‘Birthday’, ‘Congrats’ and even ‘Edward’ or ‘Jacob’ from Twilight!

A fun and handy addition to any office, these quirky magnets are hand-made using recycled bottle caps and are sure to be a sophisticated and an artistic addition to wherever you choose to show them off. Playful and nostalgic, the magnets provide some fabulous eye-candy and make for a really unique gift.

Lexon Safe Travel Clock  RRP: $79.00

 

The clock has a foldable stand and an electro luminous display with time, day, date and temperature (°C or °F). It’s compact, practical and beautifully designed so makes a perfect corporate gift or gift for men (who can be so hard to buy for!)

The low-profile integrated microphone with mute and play/pause control makes it a perfect solution for iPhone, iPod or any device with a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The in-ear passive noise cancellation design blocks 90% of the surrounding sound, assuring an ideal acoustic experience in any environment.

Vers Audio Shellcase for iPhone 3G/3GS or iPod Touch 1st, 2nd or 3rd gen RRP $79.95

 

Wanting organisation and sophistication? These good looking shellcases offer the perfect protection for your valuable little gadget. Naturally beautiful and warm to the touch, wood is simply one of the most beautiful materials around. While each piece has its own unique character, wood is also surprisingly tough and renewable as well, making it the ideal material for a case.

These great cases are hand-crafted from solid bamboo or natural walnut and the clear coating is durable, UV protectant and moisture resistant, keeping your iPhone or iPod Touch safe from everyday elements. If you’re after a stylish yet practical gift for men or women or needing a unique corporate gift for your clients or employees, the Vers shellcases are sure to do the job.

Dogeared Eat, Pray, Love Journal available in Chocolate and Pumpkin RRP: $64.95

 

 

If you liked the Eat, Pray, Love book or movie then you’ll love these good looking and useful journals from celeb favourite brand Dogeared. After all, life is a journey, and as you travel through yours, you’ll need a place to write it all down!

The Earth friendly journals are new to Australia and perfect for anyone looking for an eco friendly gift or a gift for her. They’re great to use to plan your week or write about your life; fabulous to give to someone starting a new job; and perfect for anyone who is a writer, journalist or researcher and needs to regularly make notes for their work.

These Earth friendly journals are bound in fabric made from recycled t-shirts, and filled with recycled paper. So grab a pen and start writing... Who knows, it might even be the next Eat, Pray, Love!

 

Fuz Media Pocket by Josh Jakus RRP: $27.95

 

A versatile pouch to protect your media device from the bumps and scratches of everyday life, the Media Pocket is made out of grey wool felt from factory excess and designed to fit the iPhone, iPod, and other smaller PDAs, phones, and media players. We love the cool design of this pouch and the eco friendly credentials. Impress a client, supplier or staff member with this funky corporate gift, or surprise someone special in your life on their birthday or anniversary. Also great as a ‘congrats on the new job’ gift or simply a new case for your own media device, the Media Pocket will protect a phone in style. 

 

Fleabags 'Salt' handbag range – Violet $585, Rock Denim $585, or Sahara $670.

 

 

A striking bag collection that is sure to impress, the Fleabag ‘Salt’ bags are perfect for carrying all your items to and from the office, a day shopping with the girls or an elegant night out. Go from the office to drinks after work with their neutral colours and great shape. Big enough to fit all the girlie essentials – like makeup, hair straightener, notebook, water bottle, lunch and more –this bag can be used for any occasion and will certainly make an impact in the office!

 

Fleabags have been seen on celebs such as Anne Hathaway and Brooke Shields, and are the perfect work handbags - not only practical and useful, but stylish and chic. These premium handbags are handmade using organic and vintage materials and vegetable-tanned leathers. Brand new to Australia and exclusive to Kindred Gifts, these New York designed and made bags only come in very limited editions so it really is "first in, best dressed!"