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TROPIC • SHOPPING

MAKER
At Maker in Port Douglas, gift buying has never
felt so good. In fact, you’ll probably find something
Tropic’s pick of for yourself too among the store’s sustainable
handcrafts by Australian makers, artisans and
local presents designers. From soaps to ceramics, clay earrings to
wooden clutches, and an eclectic collection of prints,
Maker is a haven for all things made slowly, ethically
and with purpose.
After a lack of festivities VISIT 21-23 Warner St, Port Douglas
this year, it’s tempting to MORE @maker_portdouglas
fill this season’s Christmas
stockings ‘till they’re
bursting at the seams.
Don’t we all deserve a good
gift? The Tropic team think
so. We also think the best
ones are those made by
local crafters, brewers
and designers.

JEDESS HUDSON
If you’re after artwork to last a lifetime,
consider a customised piece from Jedess
– a talented local creative who explores
traditional stories with a contemporary MELISSA MADIGAN ART
perspective. Her Aboriginality is a Cute, quirky and delightfully vintage, Melissa Madigan’s native-inspired
continuous source of inspiration for embroidered artworks are the answer to any neglected corner of the home.
her work, which includes statement The hardest decision to make has to be between a large, custom-made wall piece or
canvases and prints, as well as bags, a tiny and surprisingly detailed keyring. Handmade with love, each piece inspires a
scrunchies and even skateboards. wistful peacefulness, making the perfect gift for those hard-to-buy-for loved ones.
MORE jedesshudson.com MORE @melissamadigan.art

SPIRIT OF CAIRNS MYMIMISTAR
What could be the perfect present for Christmas never ends at
those looking to take some time out
over the festive season? How about a MYMIMISTAR. Look here for stunning
luxury hampers of locally sourced,
seaside cruise? A spin with the Spirit all-natural products – personalised for
of Cairns is a lavish affair at any
time of the day, but it's extra special any occasion. From gifts for the newest
addition to the family to a token of
enjoyed with a fabulous cocktail and
three-course dinner as the sun sets thanks for a valued client, this may well
be your one and only (online) trip to the
over the mountains. You can buy gift shops this season.
vouchers online to shout your loved
ones a night out, or simply enjoy it MORE mymimistar.com
yourself under the guise of
gift giving.
MORE spiritofcairns.com.au

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