It's never too early (or too late!) to get started on your holiday shopping. Buying local is the best way to make sure your gifts are unique, personal, and utterly unforgettable.  

Our real estate agents are always on the hunt for new small businesses around town where they can get thank-you gifts for our many happy clients, and many do their personal gift shopping at these places as well. Here are some Victoria retailers they think are worth a visit this holiday season.

6 Spots for One-of-a-Kind Gifts in Victoria 

Fern and Crow Gift Co. 

Address: 3828 Cadboro Bay Road, Victoria, BC V8N 4G2 

Fern and Crow Gift Co. offers handcrafted and small-batch gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list. They carry items in a wide range of product categories, including: 

• Jewelry and accessories 
• Clothing 
• Home decor  
• Bath and beauty products 
• Books and stationery 
• Toys and games 
• Novelty items 

Choose from imported goodies sourced from international craftspeople or opt for something made right here in town. Either way, you'll get memorable gifts while injecting some cash back into the neighbourhood economy.

Shop Makers  

Address: 909 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X7

Shop Makers is a Canadian chain of stores with an innovative premise. Instead of having to run their products by a store owner who decides what makes it onto shelves, local makers pay a monthly membership fee for access to part of the shop's shelf space. When one of the items they stock in that space is sold, they keep 100% of the proceeds. 

Visit their Victoria location to shop for: 

• Clothing 
• Blankets 
• Pottery 
• Toys 
• Furniture 
• And much more 

Their highly diverse stock makes it easy to find the perfect gift for every special person in your life—even the ones that are usually a nightmare to shop for. As a bonus, you'll support local craftspeople and bolster the city's economy.  

Shine Home 

Address: 556 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1R4 

Shine Home draws heavily on Chinese culture and aesthetics—fitting for a store located in the heart of bustling Chinatown, near our Victoria homes for sale. 

Many of their products are designed in-house and produced in limited quantities, so their stock is always changing. Check back often to discover treasures like: 

• Magnets 
• Tote bags 
• Lunch bags 
• Plush toys 
• Imported block sets 

Oscar and Libby's 

Address: 560 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1M3

Run by a proprietor with a passion for all things quirky, Oscar and Libby's stocks an eclectic selection of gift items in their Johnson Street shop. From markers and puzzles to mugs and plush toys, they've got it all and then some. Check out their collection of Canadian-made artisan hot sauce for gifts that are sure to delight anyone with a taste for heat. 

Northwest Origins 

Address: 907 Government Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1X5

Northwest Origins is a gift shop dedicated to showcasing the work of First Nations artists and craftspeople. Everything they sell was made by or in consultation with members of Indigenous bands and tribes.  

You'll find large statement pieces like totem poles and canoes, as well as jewelry, keychains, and clothing inspired by traditional Indigenous designs. Stop by to pick up some unique items for your loved ones and support the work of our country's talented First Nations communities.  

The Papery 

Address: 734 Fort Street, Victoria, BC V8W 1H2 

Treat the writers, journallers, and crafters in your life to luxury writing supplies this holiday season with high-quality stationery, pens, and ink from The Papery. This shop stocks everything you need for paper-based hobbies, as well as more general items like jigsaw puzzles, greeting cards, and calendars featuring art from local artists. Their wares make great stocking stuffers and corporate gifts, too—everyone loves a fancy notebook! 

Make Your Home in Victoria's Thriving Local Economy 

Buying from nearby small businesses is always a win-win, and it's easy to do when you live here in Victoria. Contact us today to learn more about the many beautiful properties we're currently representing around the Victoria metropolitan area.