{"id":29,"date":"2026-11-04T12:08:43","date_gmt":"2026-11-04T19:08:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artisan.zapbase.com\/blog\/?p=29"},"modified":"2026-11-04T12:08:43","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T19:08:43","slug":"handmade-christmas-gifts-vancouver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artisanavenue.ca\/blog\/handmade-christmas-gifts-vancouver\/","title":{"rendered":"Handmade Christmas Gifts in Vancouver: 2026 Local Gift Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The best gifts feel like someone chose them just for you. That\u2019s hard to do with a mass-produced item from a big-box shelf, and it\u2019s exactly why more people are looking for handmade gifts in Vancouver this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Artisan Avenue, our South Granville shop is home to more than 100 local BC artisans, and our online marketplace brings in handmade businesses from across Canada. This guide pulls together our favourite finds for everyone on your list, at every budget, whether you shop in person or have your gifts delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Give Handmade This Christmas?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A handmade gift comes with a story. Someone designed it, made it, and put their name behind it. When you buy it, your money goes to an independent Canadian maker rather than a faceless corporation, and that matters to a lot of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Handmade gifts also tend to be the ones people keep. A hand-thrown mug, a small-batch candle, or a piece of jewellery made by a local artist is far less likely to end up forgotten in a drawer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every product at Artisan Avenue is handmade, and every vendor is a real Canadian small business. No factories, no mass production, and no imported lookalikes. That\u2019s what we call the Artisan Avenue Promise<\/strong>, and it applies to everything in this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Handmade Gifts for Everyone on Your List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gifts for Her<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From jewellery and skincare to cozy textiles, these are the gifts that make someone feel thought of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bluefish Bohemian<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Gold<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Gold Cedar Branch Earrings – $39.90<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Will Stelfox Fragrance<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Solace<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

“Solace” Perfume – from $50<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Aaryn Myles Candle<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Vintage<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Vintage Glass Collection Candle – $45<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Gifts for Him<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Handmade gifts for men are often the hardest to find. Think practical, well made, and a little unexpected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Beautitionary<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Aftershave<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

After Shave And Face Serum – $20.16<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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CHARLIE’S CHARMED X OLIVIER SALVAS ARTISTE<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Wooden<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Wooden Bowtie – $75<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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BelamyLeather<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Belamy Card Wallet – $50<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hostess and Holiday Party Gifts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A thoughtful hostess gift is a small gesture that people remember. These work well for dinners, open houses and office exchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kettle and Hive<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Lemon and Honey Concentrate Tea – $17<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Wiseacre Cardmaker<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Festive<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Festive Door Christmas Card – $15<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Arbutus Candle Company<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Beeswax<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Beeswax Tree Candle – $7<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Gifts for Kids and Families<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Handmade toys, books and keepsakes that kids can enjoy and families can hold on to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Print Master 3D<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Flexi Animal Series – $12<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Villager Puzzles<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Merry<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Merry Barkmas 250 Piece Puzzle – $28<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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MochiD Studio<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"\"<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Christmas Cookie Box – $15<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Stocking Stuffers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Little handmade finds, small enough to tuck into a stocking and thoughtful enough to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Simply Adorned<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Satin<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Satin Scrunchie – $10<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Artisan Avenue<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Artisan<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Artisan Avenue Lip Balm – $4.99<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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SHINE by Illuminate Designs<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\"Swibel<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Swivel Moon KeyRing – $18<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Shop In Person or Have It Delivered Across Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You can shop our handmade gifts however works best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In person.<\/strong> Visit our South Granville shop to browse over 100 BC artisans, pick up gift wrapping, and get ideas from our team. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Online, delivered across Canada.<\/strong> Our online marketplace includes handmade businesses from across the country, so you can send a gift to family and friends anywhere in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Artisan Avenue on South Granville<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019d love to see you in person. Our shop is at 2843 Granville St<\/strong>, South Granville, Vancouver, BC BC V6H 3J4<\/strong><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n