Greg works the weekends and Julianne keeps everything happening through the week. This is a great…read moregift shop with heaps of really amazing carved wood and lots of other stuff, but it's the carved wood that is featured. Giant critters of all kinds. I was originally attracted to the big spiders for hanging on the wall, because they are kind of unusual and not so real they'd freak you out; upon closer inspection the shop is crammed full of all sorts of really wonderful odds and sods. Bangles, beads, book ends, wall hangings, candle sticks, sarongs, bags, a few baskets; all pretty much imported stuff from all over the place. Not too expensive and a great variety of things. African carvings and probably Indonesian, Indian, some Australian as well, I've been in several time and still see stuff I didn't notice the first and last time, if you get what I mean. It is a family business (as in wife and husband), so you can rely on them if you are looking for something unusual to help you out - they know their stock pretty well and since so much of it is wood they do a fair amount of polishing and keeping things fresh. I really like wood so I really enjoy having a look through this shop. Some items are quite small and then they vary in size through to really large features objects like elephants and giraffes. Its fun browsing and hard to visit without seeing something you want to take home, so be warned!

From the owner: Hand crafted giftware, including wood carvings, iron and wooden wall decorations, mosaic and shell…read morebowls, platters and coasters, art canvases, sarongs and accessories. Range includes abstract carvings, cats, dogs, giraffes, elephants, African sculptures, buddhas, dragons, snakes, and more.

The Ivy Room is one of those stores that represents the next coming of the 'Anti-Dude'! Random…read morelittle gifts, a plethora of hand bags and other random gear that ladies will go 'Ooooooo, isn't that pretty', and we will reply 'no baby, you butt looks really small'. There seem to be a number of chicky specific stores popping up along Jetty Road, and say we need more! The more shops along this strip that will keep the ladies busy, the more time the boys can spend at the Jetty Bar watching the Cricket!

The Ivy Room is a funky little gift shop with lovely clean lines and lots of space. It stocks a…read moregood variety of gifts and accessories without feeling cluttered. The gift ware and jewellery is generally modern in styling; no sign of flying ducks for the wall here. It is a great place to shop for birthdays for your stylish friends and relatives and like most good gift shops they offer a gift wrapping service.

This store was formerly known as Ikeguchi Japanese Store. They have all the same stuff, but just a…read moredifferent name and owners. I really love the new name and branding, it is super cute and matches the whole Japanese theme of the store. Well, not all of the stock is Japanese, but they also stock lots of cool art, jewellery, home décor and toys. This is one of my fav places to shop for gifts for my friends and family. You will find lots of quirky unique things in this store, like fake deer heads, cool mugs, quirky books and gift cards. I actually found some super cool Star Wars plates with Darth Vader with a top hat. That was a immediate purchase. You know those moments when you are shopping and you say "omg I must have!" Check out the jewellery in this store, you will find some really lovely modern styled elegant pieces. I found it very hard to choose from so many cute options. Some pieces full silver, others have beads and acrylic shapes. The staff in this store are super friendly and so happy to help you out if you are looking for something in particular. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they have a loyalty program which gives you discounts and invites to a special VIP party a couple of times a year. How cool is that, especially for such a little store!

For what this place is, it's awesome. Like Dave says, it's a place to buy Japanese trinkets and…read moreknick knacks, cool little wooden dolls, origami stuff, purses, all sorts of stuff. I find it fascinating, there's so much stuff here that you just won't find anywhere else, short of buying it on the internet, and even then you'll probably need a good command of the Japanese language. I've bought a couple of little presents here for some friends who had just gotten back from a trip to Japan, and some of the origami things for my primary school class. Really cool little place.

If you're in desperate need to buy a gift for someone, and you have no idea what to get, then…read moreFellas Gifts is definitely the place to go. They have a fantastic range of giftware for many occasions such as 18ths, 21sts, hens parties, weddings, or a simple birthday or Christmas present. A particular gift I got for someone from here was a beautiful Ancient Egypt chess set, something which I had not seen in other stores. Other items available include sports memorabilia, posters, bobble heads, quirky and funny gadgets, glasses, and poker sets. There is always a novelty gift available for any person and for any occasion, and prices are suitable for any income. With some items being as low as $10 for a decent gift.

Fella's Gifts is a great little store absolutely filled with some awesome knick-knacks. There is…read moreeverything from cool iPhone cases to movie merchandise. Some of the cool looking items in the glass display case include USB's in the form of small shotgun shapes, lightsabers, gold bars and even burgers. The cabinets are also filled with figures and prop replicas from popular Sci-Fi, Adventure and Action films. The little displays, of which there are around 9 scattered around the store, feature notepads in the form of mobile phones, mini shot glasses, boardgames, remote controlled cars, screwdrivers, wooden items, and anything else that you can imagine. In terms of staff, they are very friendly, and don't mind you just browsing. Pricing is generally reasonable however some times are a tad pricey. To summarise, Fellas Gifts is a great spot to pick up something for someone who is hard to buy for, as there are a lot of cool things to satisfy even those who are incredibly hard to buy for.

Presentation is everything as my mother would say, and this gorgeous store's front gets top marks…read moreevery time. Now located a few shops down the Regent Arcade from their Renew Adelaide pop-up, the store has settled in and the Arcade's vibe suits it well. Stocking the hand poured Zuki & Boo soy candles in some truly delectable scents, this is my primary reason for swinging by. I'm a real lover of a 'natural' smelling candle (as opposed to the saccharine qualities many other scented candles give off) and this stock is top notch. Available is different glass jar sizes and also available poured in a tea cup (with the saucer to match), they make great presents for yourself or others. My current fave is Bergamot & Banksia but the Coffee Bean is just right to get your day started (I work night shift so burning candles after waking is perfectly acceptable at 6pm!). Check the candle 'menu' for some potential favourites and the staff can let you know when they become available (or pour some for you). The store also has a beautiful array of posies and floral arrangements with the ladies happy to create a floral arrangement to your colour palette or floral taste for an excellent price, however I can never go past the gorgeous bouquets often sitting in the store front (and often so cheap!). Succulents at various stages of growth and in an array of pots plus terrariums can be picked up and once again, all very reasonably priced. Other assorted soft furnishings are available, cushions and throws, as well as some stationery and assorted homewares. A great place to find a gift for yourself. I'm a fan.

Having had a good lurk of places to check out over yelp whilst killing time waiting for a car…read moreservice I decided to check this place off the list! It's like a florist for the young and funky where you can grab terrerium pieces planted into clever little pots, glasses, teapots and large jars. Being a fiend for cacti and succulents I went absolutely bananas over the place and was stoked the owner shared my enthusiasm for her awesome little shop! There was so much I wanted to buy but budget limitations meant I just left with a large jar with some little leafy babies inside for the bargain price of $45 (so little considering it has five little varieties included). VERY well priced and lovely woman I want to come back and grab a teapot with some scented candles next time I'm in town for sure so please leave me one haha... so make sure to check it out!

BUYER BEWARE - DO NOT SPEND YOUR MONEY HERE Paid $239 for a…read moresmall rug & returned today within 14 days from purchase & this con shop store only offer store credit if the purchase is bought instore YET if you buy the same product online then you get a full refund!!!!! So much for encouraging purchasing in store PLUS the store credit is only valid for THREE MONTHS!!!! What the hell. Served by 2 teenagers who couldn't give a crap, the whole experience was RUBBISH NEVER EVER EVER SPEND MONEY INSTORE AS THERE IS NO RECOURSE FOR YOU

This is one of my favourite places to shop for gifts and basically for myself! With a bohemian mix…read moreof Fair Trade products, mirror stitched Indian ottomans and cushions, unique wrapping papers, wide range of jewellery by Elk and Polli, travel journals featuring the capital cities of the world; there is something for everyone. My favourite would have to be the vintage printed hankies, priced under $12 and the red donkey memo holder. Book lovers would love the wide variety of interior, art, travel and cookbooks here. If you're planning a trip to France soon, you may wanna check out the range of books here dedicated to the culture and travel of France. Flourish also stock skincare range from Mor and others that are deliciously good on the skin. Too bad you can't eat them! At every visit I make, the shop is bustling with activity and foot traffic. I'm not surprised as you can really shop for your whole family here! A must visit if you haven't already.

So, it is your mate's birthday and you have been super busy and forgot to get a gift. She calls you…read moreto catch up for a coffee and it hits you. You have to get a gift in an hour. Oh no! Worst friend ever! This is where stores like Three Birds come in handy. Three Birds have a great selection of gifts that are unique. They offer items like hand made children's toys, jewellery, awesome smelling candles, designer bags, funky furniture, skin products and light fittings. The collection is quite varied, so I have always found something that suit most people. Even for men! I should also mention that the stock is high quality and some items are designer. So that does impact on the price. But, you will find that the items are all really funky and you will be spoilt for choice. It is really hard to find items like these at other stores. The staff are super friendly and helpful. They will gift wrap an item for you if you need at no extra cost. On more than one occasion they have helped me pick gifts (which I sometimes struggle with). So if you are in Stirling or from the Hills and need something cool for your house or a gift; this store is worth checking out! You never know, you might also find something to spoil yourself.

Another pointless gift store in Stirling., this is where Ed Harrys used to be, do you know how…read moreupset my partner was when I told him that Ed Harry is gone? Filled with candles and photo frames and cushions and tea sets and lamp shades and coasters. It's one of those stores where you buy for someone else because you yourself wouldn't actually display much of any of the products in your house. Again, it's pricey, it's Stirling so no surprises there. Before Christmas I saw this horrible wreath made from all this little coloured felt balls, it was horrible ugly I daresay it never sold. The shop window actually makes me want to go into the store even less but I think Three Birds is handy when you forgot to buy a present for your aunties birthday and you need something quick smart.

Well...where do I start? From the moment you walk into this…read moreshop, you get an overwhelming feeling of happiness. It is bright, funky and smells divine from the various assortments of room diffusers, candles, lotions & potions. Everything is modern and classy...it's a gorgeous gem of a shop that belongs in my local suburb of Blackwood SA. This shop has it all. Glorious gifts, clothes, accessories, kids gifts, homewares. ..everything. The most outstanding asset this gem has is amazing, friendly and helpful service. To say I love this place would be an understatement.

Gentlemen, this place is open from 7am and until 7pm meaning you have no excuse not to make up for…read morehowever you have screwed up morning, noon and night any day of the week with a simple or extravagant bunch of flora. Ladies, this place will cater to your funky Grandma, your green thumb mother or that friend you forgot the birthday of for easily under $25 (and more if you're feeling generous). Flowers available are fairly seasonal, but there are some imported from overseas. The bunches you can buy are simple, but if you want to make up something for that special someone the staff are super helpful to combine some options for you (to suit your budget). Most importantly the flora lasts for at least 2 weeks and bunches come in brown paper packages tied up with string (these are a few of my favourite things). You can also get cute little starter gardens of lettuce and herbs here for a longer lasting present and cacti which only yours truly could kill for less than $20. So give the other half a hint and send them over Flower Hutt's way.

This is my favourite florist in Adelaide…read more Buy it by the bunch and either put it together yourself or have one of the girls do it for you. Awesome selection of weird, wonderful, colourful and fun flowers. Great price for a great product. Open till 7pm which is SOOOO convenient. AAAANNNNDDD if you are lucky you can get a 15minute free car park right out the front for when you are just ducking in and out on your way to that birthday dinner which you are super organised for.......last minute gift buying.....( what me!? No never!) This is my go to for self treating too.