The Thousands

While you’re running around this week like a lunatic, take a moment and STOP! Where are you buying your Chrimbo gifts from? If you answered, “I just got every single member of my family one of those Oxfam goats for a family in a Third World country.” You can move right along, you already deeply understand the best side of Chrimbo. If you answered “humph”, listen here. Why not have a think about where you buy from and go for the local? You know, like, from a person who owns their own independent store.

Need a hand? That is why we are here. We’ve asked a handful of local retailers to choose just one thing in store this Christmas and compiled them into this local buyers guide. So while you might Occupy Christmas, also consider occupying these local stores.

Treadly Bike Shop
I chose these cycling caps because, despite being a dog, I’ve pretty much always wanted to be like the dude from Breaking Away. Some people actually wear these, and some people just like goofing off. – Rusty (the dog), Treadly Bike Shop
From $25

Right Hand Distribution
Getting socks for Christmas is underrated, especially when they are Chup. These are made in Japan of an amazing Kashmir blend using old-fashioned techniques. So old-fashioned they can only make 25 pairs of these great work socks per day! -Akira, RHD
$35

Hause Store
Shwood is a company started buy a bunch of boys from Oregon making great sunglasses handcrafted from beautiful local woods. – Truc, Hause Store
$209

Format
New zines and rare vinyl. Get them what you have always wanted! – Pat, Format
From $5

Hype & Seek
Not enough people give art for Christmas, so here’s your chance.  Dee See is a local artist and we think his framed graphic prints would look great on any wall space!!  Not only are they limited edition but are affordable too at $165 each (700mm x 1000mm, that’s quite big).  There are a few designs to choose from and available exclusively to Hype & Seek now! – Gen, Hype & Seek
$165

Push Pin Boutique
These bright flower earrings by Ruby are a perfect gift for the gal with everything. – Clare, Push Pin
From $20

Presence
Someone asked me if my Tattly from Presence was real straight away. I’m thinking of getting a real one, if the time is right. – Stephanie, The Thousands Adelaide
From $5

Clothes Line Saga
Our photo is of a Mary and Mr Henry Bow Tie and Bow. These are handmade here in Adelaide by the lovely Issy using vintage and pre-loved fabrics exclusively for Clothes Line Saga. The Bow Ties are $39 and the Bows are $15 for a set of two. – Gem, Clothes Line Saga
From $15

Pedal and Thread
We have recently introduced Hard Graft products to our repertoire at Pedal and Thread. Made in Italy and strictly limited, Hard Graft produce “gadget cases” – each piece is hand-crafted from quality butter-soft Italian leather and 100% wool felt. We love the iPhone Case in Heritage and the matching Back Up iPad Case in Heritage – perfect for the technologically-savvy yet equally style-conscious. The iPhone wallet is also pretty nifty – holding your iPhone, credit cards and some room for notes as well! – Brittney, Pedal and Thread
From $79.95

Council of Objects
His Pea Coat Pocket paper brooches are lovingly made by Adelaide boy Nick Moran. Mr Tiger is $88 and Mr Bear is $55 (there is also a Mr Fox who lives with them too). The perfect gift for someone who needs to release their inner animal! Grrrrrr…. – Elise, Council Of Objects
From $55

Clubhouse Lane Boutique
Our favourite is the Smokey Quartz Cluster Ring from the Black Jewls / Julie Parker jewellery label, based in Melbourne. We also like handmade rings by Allan, Stone Fox swim sets in navy – each set is handmade in Adelaide from remnants of vintage fabrics crafted into gorgeous 50s style swimmers – and Vintage Junghans wall clocks. – Laura, Clubhouse Lane Boutique
$220 for Smokey Quartz Cluster Ring

DAS
Framed insects make a fun unusual gift and they look amazing. – Adam, DAS
$20-$200