The Best Christmas Gifts in Australia

Top Ten Gifts for Christmas 2011

2011-12-30T22:59:00.000+10:30

While Christmas is over for this year, the Best Christmas Gifts Australia Blog lives on and most of the products we have written about are available throughout the year for Birthdays, Anniversaries, Going Aways, Coming Backs and any other gift giving occasion you can think of.

Here is a list of our top ten most popular products for Christmas this year (Nov & Dec):

Happy New Year from the Best Christmas Gifts Australia Blog!!!

Pirate & Soldier Rattle

2011-11-08T10:00:00.001+10:30

While hand squeaker toys have limited squeaks, these gorgeous characters will never run out of rattle! And unlike squeakers, there's no toddler strength needed to produce the desired sound: babies will enjoy rattling these little softies as gently as they please.

Price: $32.95

Purchase from: Pirate & Soldier Rattle - Packed Full of Love

Perfect for young kids and babies.

This gift is from Packed Full of Love, a new online gift shop for Australia with a wide range of gifts that come from the heart for your friends, family and other loved ones. Come in and have a browse!

Baby Handprint Kit

2011-11-06T10:00:00.002+10:30

They're only young once - this is a great christmas gift idea to help you (and them) remember that they were young once.

What is it?
The kit included soft, non-toxic clay that sets in the air. All you need to do is press your baby's food or hand or both into the clay to have a long lasting record of them when they were little. Also included is acrylic paint, paint brush, bamboo stick and instructions.

Price: $32.95
Purchase from: Baby Hand Print Kit - Packed Full of Love

This is another great children's gift from Packed Full of Love; Australia's Best Online Gift Shop.

Duck Teddy Music Box

2011-11-04T10:00:00.004+10:30

Let your little one snuggle up with Mrs Mac Quack the plump duck teddy and listen to some soothing nursery rhymes to put them to sleep. Mrs Quack is a kindly looking mother duck dressed in a nice scarf and coat.

Price: $39.95
Purchase from: Mrs. Mac Quack with Music, Packed Full of Love

Perfect for a young child this Christmas.

Packed Full of Love is a great Australian online gift shop with a wide range of gifts for your friends and loved ones. They have a great range categorised for easy browsing. Come and have a look today!

A is for Australia, a tear and share colouring book

2011-11-02T10:00:00.008+10:30

A is for Australia is an alphabet colouring book with each letter a page of iconic imagery of Australia.
All original artwork by Helen Ashley. Each page has a perforated line for easy tear and share colouring.
A4 landscape on great quality paper printed here in Australia.

Price: $17.95
Purchase from: A tear and share colouring book
Also available from upmarket independent toy shops and book stores.

Perfect for boys or Girls from 5 - 10 years old.

Drawings with a sense of humour...... Lorikeets eating lamingtons, Numbats and Ned Kelly.
Great postable gift. Perfect size for the aeroplane pull down tables. Screen free play time.

Australian Wildlife Designs - Cushion Covers

2011-10-31T10:00:00.008+10:30

An extensive range of hand made and hand printed Homewares featuring the beautiful wildlife designs of Alison Green. Alison meticulously screenprints her designs on a variety of textile products. Visit her website and choose from a selection of Homewares - including Cushion Covers (Rainbow Bee-eater design pictured), Table Runners and Placemats.

Price: $32
Purchase from: Rainbow Bee-eater Cushion Cover

Ideal gift to send or take overseas.

Alison Green Designs is a small business situated in the Hunter Valley north of Sydney. Alison has been hand printing her own designs onto textiles for over 30 years and is well known for her accurate rendition of Australian birdlife. She has a following of loyal customers who buy from her T-shirt and Homewares ranges for themselves and for overseas friends. Prices and products on her website cover the complete spectrum from 100% cotton hand made T-shirts to more expensive collectable Wall Pieces.

Australian Wildlife T-shirts - Children's range

2011-10-29T10:00:00.005+10:30

An extensive range of hand made and hand printed 100% cotton Children's T-shirts featuring the beautiful wildlife designs of Alison Green. Alison meticulously screenprints her designs on a variety of textile products. Visit her website and choose from over 30 designs in the Adult T-shirt range and 14+ Children's designs with 4 sizes available in each range.

All Adult's T-shirts (and some Children's) feature a different yet related design on the front and back of the shirt which sets these T-shirts apart in quality and uniqueness.

Price: $24
Purchase from: Children's Wildlife T-shirts

Ideal Children's gifts for sending overseas. All products at Alison Green Designs feature unique Australian wildlife designs. Textiles are hand cut and hand printed from top quality fabrics and designed to last.

Alison Green Designs is a small business situated in the Hunter Valley north of Sydney. Alison has been hand printing her own designs onto textiles for over 30 years and is well known for her accurate rendition of Australian birdlife. She has a following of loyal customers who buy from her T-shirt and Homewares ranges for themselves and for overseas friends. Prices and products on her website cover the complete spectrum from 100% cotton hand made T-shirts to more expensive collectable Wall Pieces.

Magnetic Travel Paper Weight - Motivate Yourself

2011-10-28T10:00:00.014+10:30

Get your professional or business friend this magnetic paperweight to remind them of things other than work while they're slaving away. This paperweight is shaped like a slick little plane and made of stainless steel. It is also magnetic so paper clips stick to it. Stick this on their desk so they can keep in mind that holiday they are at work saving for.

Price: $49.95

Purchase the Magnetic Travel Paper Weight from Packed Full of Loves Web Based Present Shop.

This is the perfect gift for someone who works hard to play hard. Remind them of their goal while also giving them a practical gift that they can use on their desk.

Packed Full of Love is Australia's newest Online Present Shop with birthday, Christmas and other occasion presents for him, her, children, babies and more. Come in and browse our selection today!

The HistioGraph World Timeline Educational Poster

2011-10-27T10:00:00.016+10:30

A unique gift idea for the person who has everything!
The HistioGraph is a world history timeline poster that depicts the rise and fall of nations, peoples and cultures from 1500BCE to the present day. It charts nations in the form of 'rivers of time', giving perspective and understanding to how the flow of civilizations have shaped our world. The HistioGraph is a concise perspective of world history, that helps us understand the complex story of human development. It is presented in a stylish black A4-sized folder.

Price: $29.95
Purchase from: Histiograph
Also available offline at The Avenue Bookstore, Albert Park Antipodes Gallery & Bookshop, Sorrento

The ideal recipient is Dad or Grandad (male 40yrs+). They would like to put it up on the back of the toilet door as it makes such interesting reading! Men like the summary nature of this product, they can get the top facts about what main things happened in history, when. They can also look across the period of time and understand what else was happening in the world at the same time. The Histiograph includes a lot of information and presents it in a new and innovative way. It also comes in handy for crosswords.

The poster was researched, designed and printed in Australia. It has been self-published.

Clap on Clock - Makes You Feel Like a Magician

2011-10-26T10:00:00.022+10:30

The friend or family member that you give this gift to will be confused when they first unwrap this gift (assuming they don't look at the packaging). All they will find is a simple wooden box... that is until you clap your hands and the time lights up in brilliant red on the side of the box, as if by magic. This clap on clock comes in a darker and lighter wood colour.

Price: $39.95
Purchase the Magic Clap on Clock at Packed Full of Love's Online Gift Shop.

The clap on clock would look great in an office, on a desk or somewhere around the house. It's perfect for those with a wacky personality who like the little novelties in life to brighten their day and entertain their guests.

Novelty items are something of a speciality for Packed Full of Love, Australia's newest online gift shop. Come and browse our web based gift shop for some great gift ideas for this Christmas.

Pure Lilly Soothing Face Moisturiser

2011-10-25T10:00:00.011+10:30

Pure Lilly Soothing Face Moisturiser is enriched with soothing Aloe Vera and Marine Collagen. This will soothe, soften & repair the delicate skin on your face. With a subtle scent of pear oil & apricot oil. This is particularly good for sunburnt or damaged skin.

Pure Lilly Natural Australian skincare is proudly Australian Made & Owned and is Free from SLS's, parabens or harsh chemicals.

Pure Lilly offers Free Home Delivery to anywhere in Australia. Order via website www.purelilly.com.au or by phone on 0420 793 957.

Price: $27.95
Purchase from: www.purelilly.com.au
Can also be purchased by phone on 0420 793 957.

Perfect for anyone who looks after their skin and loves Natural products. Excellent for both males & females. Great for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Circuitry Diagram Business Card Case

2011-10-24T10:00:00.022+10:30

A cool stainless steel business card case with a circuitry diagram on the top. It seems that even in this digital world, business cards and the giving out of business cards is still an important part of business. This case is a great place to keep all those cards so they don't get lost and so they don't clog up your wallet.

Price: $39.95

Purchase this Circuitry Diagram Business Card Case at Packed Full of Love's Australian Internet Gift Shop.

This business card case is perfect for any professional or business person, or anyone else who needs to collect business cards. The imagery on the case makes it especially suited to the technical types such as those working in electronics, building, engineering etc.

Packed Full of Love also has an 'E = mc ^ 2' business card case which is known as the 'relative' business card case, obviously referring to Einstein's Theory of Relativity. If business card cases aren't what you're looking for, Packed Full of Love has plenty of gifts for him and her, for all occasions. Browse the online store.

Pure Lilly Passionfruit & Mango Body Lotion

2011-10-23T10:00:00.008+10:30

Pure Lilly Passionfruit & Mango Body Lotion is a rich body lotion which absorbs beautifully into the skin. It has a zesty scent of passionfruit & mango. It will leave your body feeling revived & pampered.
Pure Lilly Natural Australian Skincare is proudly Australian Made & Owned. It is free from SLS's, parabens or harsh chemicals.

Pure Lilly offers Free Home Delivery to anywhere in Australia. Order via website www.purelilly.com.au or by phone 0420 793 957.

Price: $22.95
Purchase from: www.purelilly.com.au
Can also be purchased by Phone on 0420 793 957.

Perfect for anyone who looks after their skin and loves Natural products. Both Females & Males love this product. Great for all Skin types including sensitive skin.

Corona Glasses - Made from Recycled Bottles

2011-10-22T10:00:00.018+10:30

Do you know someone who has a taste for Mexican? Perhaps they like to have a Corona every now and then. This is a great product that has the style and branding of the famous Corona bottle, but the ease of use and re-usability of an ordinary glass. Even better, the glasses are made from recycled bottles so you're helping the environment as well. Each set comes with four glasses.

Price: $49.95
Purchase this set of four Corona glasses from Packed Full of Love's Internet Gift Shop.

This is the perfect gift for the Corona loving person why prefers to enjoy their drinks from a glass rather than a bottle.

The Corona Glasses featured here are another gift from the new Aussie Online Gift Shop - Packed Full of Love. They specialise in gifts given with love to friends and family. If these glasses don't take your fancy, why not check out the rest of Packed Full of Love's collection.

Hab Shifa Revitalizing Body Wash

2011-10-21T10:00:00.014+10:30

For a gift of ultimate indulgence, look no further than the Hab Shifa range of body products. In an Australian-first, Hab Shifa Revitalizing Body Wash features premier ingredient Black Seed Oil-renowned for its essential fatty acid and anti-bacterial properties.

Infused with the essential oils of geranium, rosewood, chamomile and bergamot, the combination of natural and organic ingredients supports the natural moisture balance of the skin while gently cleansing to even skin tone and clear impurities.

Price: $19.95
Purchase from: www.habshifa.com.au
For a full range of stockists, please visit www.habshifa.com.au/stockists.html

A unisex product that is suitable for all ages with endless benefits for the skin.

Batman Cufflinks - A Great Novelty Gift

2011-10-20T10:00:00.031+10:30

One of the most popular movies of all time according to votes on Rotten Tomatoes and don't even get me started on the comic book series. You probably have many friends that don't mind a bit of batman and a few friends who are die hard fans. This gift is for them. Typically a Batman fan might be seen as a bit of a geek, but this gift will work to change that. Something that can be worn with formal wear to show off his interests while still maintaining a stylish look - it's perfect!

Price: $39.95
Purchase these Batman Cufflinks from Packed Full of Love's Online Gift Store.

This gift is perfect for the guy who loves to display, talk about and live out his interests but needs to look formal and professional as well. These cufflinks gifts can be a great talking point and become a connection that a particular someone that you might like to network with.

Packed Full of Love have quite a number of novelty cufflinks in their collection from other comic book characters - Spiderman and Ironman to sports - golf and rugby. If cufflinks aren't really what you're looking for, why not check out our all Aussie Online Gift Shop where we have plenty more gifts for him.

Hab Shifa Hydrating Moisturizing Lotion

2011-10-19T10:00:00.013+10:30

For a gift of ultimate indulgence, look no further than the Hab Shifa range of body products. In an Australian-first, Hab Shifa Hydrating Moisturizing lotion features premier ingredient Black Seed Oil-renowned around the world for its essential fatty acid and anti-bacterial properties. Organic Rosehip Oil, Shea Butter and Aloe Vera combine to help restore skin elasticity and to improve the skin's barrier function. The sublime combination of natural lipids, natural, organic and special anti-irritant ingredients will heal and nourish, resulting in velvety smooth, clear and firm skin.

Price: $24.95
Purchase from: www.habshifa.com.au
For a full list of stockists, please visit www.habshifa.com.au/stockists.html

An affordable gift ideal for all ages. Daily use of Hab Shifa Hydrating Moisturizing Lotion will hydrate and restore skin elasticity.

The Hab Shifa range of products are proudly Australian owned and manufactured in Australia.

Philosopher's Drinking Glass

2011-10-18T10:00:00.026+10:30

Everyone knows someone who has that philosophic outlook on life, always questioning the social norms, asking difficult questions and relentless arguing, trust me I'm one of them ;). This philosopher's drinking glass addresses the age old question of 'is the glass half empty or half full?' The glass is cleverly designed so that it is actually always at least half empty and when its 'full' it's both half empty and half full. It actually takes the original question and adds a great spin on it. Your philosophic friend or family member will spend hours pondering and re-pondering the question with this new glass.

Price: $19.95
Purchase the Philosopher's Drinking Glass from the Packed Full of Love Online Gift Shop.

This gift is perfect for a friend or family who is always pondering those tricky questions... 'what came first, the chicken or the egg?' or 'is the glass half empty or half full?' This drinking glass will put a twist on the question and keep them occupied so maybe you can get some piece and quiet for once! ;)

The philosopher's drinking glass is just another great gift from Packed Full of Love's all Aussie online gift store. You're sure to find all kinds of gifts for him, her, any occasion and many different tastes.

Australian Wildlife T-shirts

2011-10-17T10:00:00.008+10:30

An extensive range of hand made and hand printed 100% cotton T-shirts featuring the beautiful wildlife designs of Alison Green. Alison meticulously screenprints her designs onto textile producing a variety of products including T-shirts which she cuts, prints and assembles herself in order to achieve the best quality shirt. Visit her website and choose from over 30 designs in the Adult T-shirt range with sizes from Small to X-Large available.

All T-shirts feature a different yet related design on the front and back of the shirt which sets these T-shirts apart in quality and uniqueness.

Price: $42
Purchase from: Superb Blue Wren T-shirt

Alison Green's designs and products appeal to lovers of Australian wildlife and anyone searching for a unique hand made gift of lasting quality.

Alison Green Designs is a small business situated in the Hunter Valley north of Sydney. Alison has been hand printing her own designs onto textiles for over 30 years and is well known for her accurate rendition of Australian birdlife. She has a following of loyal customers who buy from her T-shirt and Homewares ranges for themselves and for overseas friends. Prices and products on her website cover the complete spectrum from 100% cotton hand made T-shirts to more expensive collectable Wall Pieces.

My Dad, My Hero Photo Frame

2011-10-16T10:00:00.026+10:30

Give dad something sentimental this Christmas. Gift for men are often practical but sometimes guys want something sentimental too. This photo frame is a great gift that any Dad will treasure as it will make him feel extra special. Put a picture of yourself in there and let him know that he's your hero, you won't regret it.

Price: $22.95
Purchase My Dad, My Hero Photo Frame from Packed Full of Love's Aussie Online Gift Store.

Perfect for your Dad, your hero. Don't just assume he knows it, give him a gift that shows it. Make him feel proud, he deserves it doesn't he?

This is just one of the great gifts from Packed Full of Love's large Aussie Online Shop. They have all sorts of gifts for him and her, children and babies, all occasions and many different tastes. Follow the links and have a browse.

Pure Lilly Hand & Nail Cream

2011-10-15T10:00:00.010+10:30

Pure Lilly Hand & Nail Cream 125ml is a rich and nourishing hand cream. Enriched with natural Shea butter, Lavender oil & Mandarin oil It absorbs beautfully to protect, nourish and moisturise the skin. It is Quick absorbing - just a light application and your hands will feel pampered all day. Pure Lilly Natural Australian Skincare is free from SLS's, parabens & harsh chemicals. We offer free delivery to anywhere in Australia. www.purelilly.com.au

Price: $24.95
Purchase from: www.purelilly.com.au
Can also be ordered via phone on 0420 793 957.

Perfect for anyone who wants to keep there hands moisturised & nourished and left smelling great, but don't want the harsh chemicals that go with it. Great for all Skin types including sensitive skin.

BBQ Utility Belt - with Beer Holster

2011-10-14T10:00:00.030+10:30

This 'Grill Slinger' gift includes handy pockets on the left and right for your BBQ utensils and a special insulated holster around the back for a beer. If you know someone who loves to be the man behind the barbie then this gift could be for them. The fastest spatula in the west could gain extra points with your guests. The gift comes with a belt, several BBQ tools and special knife sheaths.

Price: $69.95
Purchase the BBQ Utility Belt from the Packed Full of Love Online Gift Shop.

Perfect for the bloke who you'll always find behind the BBQ cooking up a storm.

Packed Full of Love has a unique Aussie Online Gift Shop which stocks all sorts of gifts for different people, occasions and tastes. There's something for everyone, come in and have a browse, you won't be disappointed.

Summer Hat

2011-10-13T10:25:00.001+10:30

Cool summer straw hats. These classic straw trilby hats for kids, in yummy ice cream colours.

Price: $29.95
Purchase from: http://www.brittdesign.com.au/baby/summer-hats/
For a stockist list please go to www.brittdesign.com.au

Perfect for kids who enjoy looking good on the beach.

I Heart My Computer Mug

2011-10-12T10:00:00.001+10:30

Who's the computer nerd in your family? While their shut off in their only little digital world it can be difficult to gauge what their current interests are. Why not go with the most obvious interest and give them something that reflects their computer love.

Price: $16.95
Purchase from: I Heart My Computer Mug

Perfect for geeks, nerd, workaholics and anyone else who seems to be on their computer all the time.

Packed Full of Love is the new kid on the block of the Australian gift shop scene. Have a browse of their selection of gifts for both men and women of all ages.

Fish Leather "Atlantis" wallet

2011-10-11T10:00:00.011+10:30

Legendary as the great underwater city, the "Atlantis" is the grandiose wallet of the Mermaid collection. It can swallow up to ten credit cards, unearth full notes in six compartments and conceal coins deep within its' zip purse treasury. A classic look for a modern lifestyle.

Price: $179.95
Purchase from www.mermaidleather.com.au
Please call the office on 08 9071 5248 if you want to purchase the product offline.

Perfect for women who are looking for a unique, Australian made purse or wallet that suits a modern lifestyle.

Welcome to Mermaid Leather
Australia’s only specialist fish and shark leather tannery . . . born in the Golden Outback of Western Australia.

From the ocean and outback estuaries to fashion houses, Mermaid Leather produces unique, aesthetically appealing and strong fish and shark leather. Designers throughout Australia have embraced the delicate pattern of fish leather for its soft sensual texture yet robust strength.

Established in 1989 in the pristine coastal Golden Outback town of Esperance, Western Australia, two local fishermen saw a need to recycle skins from the fish processing food industry. This environmentally friendly philosophy and sustainable outlook is the anchor behind Mermaid’s family run business that prides itself on its exclusive handcrafted fish leather.