You know it as the city’s hub for contemporary art and culture, so it tracks that Brisbane Powerhouse also has a fine gift shop. Among the boutique fragrances and design-forward water bottles you’ll find a collection of considered toys for inquisitive minds. Nieces and nephews will love the bongos and xylophones; for your own kids, there are quirky puzzles, books and other (silent) treasures.

Buy your sewing needs (YKK zips, Saba threads, pattern-making and notions) at JackStock Haberdashery, a go-to for makers and menders since the ’70s. The Melbourne warehouse isn’t open to the public, but you’re welcome to shop online where there’s quality bits and bobs of all kinds (some of them locally made). Being the enthusiastic types they are, staff are always happy to assist.

After working in some of London’s top salons, Helen Thomson moved to Australia with a mission: to save our curls. Today, she trains local hairdressers and has created her very own line of natural products for waves, curls and coils. The key, she says, is hydration – she promises her cruelty-free range will nurture your locks and hold the curl pattern in place “like a protective hug”.

Move with confidence, stay fresh naturally. NMTL deodorants are crafted with plant- and mineral-based ingredients, making them gentle on your skin and kind to the environment. The smooth and creamy formula offers long-lasting odour protection you can rely on, no matter how intense your workout gets – perfect for active individuals who prioritise performance and a healthy lifestyle.

What’s softer than a pat of butter on a summer’s day? The yarns at this Noosa store. Owner Sarah Price is obsessed with the tactile qualities of natural fibres and she’s pulled together a fine collection of sustainable threads, including plenty of Aussie-grown and produced wool and alpaca yarn. Also a knitting pattern designer, she sells her own work and offers classes via the Academy for Knitters.

Packed with native wonders – Davidson’s plum, emu-apple, quandong et al. – Aya Skincare’s superfood-rich serums, masks and moisturisers make a strong case for ‘A-beauty’ (Australian beauty, that is). Formulated by a chemical engineer, the vegan-friendly range is fast finding fans the world over. Not sure where to start? Head on over to the website for a WhatsApp skin consult.

Digital Fabrics is changing the game for designers – and home sewists, too. With an expansive and unique range of fabrics by Australian designers, you can create the perfect fabric for your project. Simply select a fabric from a gorgeous array of prints or upload your design, then await the postie. It’s printed just for you, so you can feel extra smug about your no-waste me-make.

For fired goods packed with personality, check out the pretty pieces of Tamborine Mountain’s Nicci Parry-Jones. She has teapots fit for a Mad Hatter, gold-tipped beakers for cosy coffees and earthy homewares you’ll treasure forever. If you have nuptials to arrange, the award-winning Nicci is your gal – she does custom makes, decorations, registry gifts and favours.

Emily is on a mission “to bring a little more nonsense to the world” – one whimsical tea towel/art print/greet- ing card at a time. Her old-world illustrations celebrate domestic delights, like pots of tea, pavlovas and lady-led literature. The ever-expanding range is ethically produced in Melbourne by Emily and her business partner Sidonie, using local suppliers and sustainable materials.

Proud mum Chakshu wanted her girl to have “all the nice things” – things that would also be good for the world she’d grow up in. Leveraging her fashion background and her father’s sewing skills, she launched Ruhmee – a dress collection dedicated to natural fabrics, thoughtful production and beautiful embroidery. Fancy one of your own? A women’s range is on the way.

The CEO of this company is a wiener dog! And he’s got something for everyone, from stylish accessories to top-notch grooming gear, scrumptious treats and toys that will have tails wagging. If you find yourself in Brisbane, be sure to ‘paws’ by the Kedron store, where the sign proclaims: “Cats & Dogs Welcome! Humans Tolerated.” We’re paw-sitive that your four-legged friends will love it.

Ailsa Walsh wants to share the stories of the Lardil, Kullilli and Yuggera peoples – and to do it, they’ve crafted some pretty great ear danglers. Like their Emu Protection earrings, made with ethically sourced feathers (a symbol of love and security), and the gift-worthy Colourful Spirits, starring the iconic Dreamtime creature: the beloved bilby – symbolising resilience and adaptability.

The clever souls at Beddie have bed-making sorted: think deep sheets, quilt ties and zips, and labels that tell you what goes where. And that’s not to mention the too-cute cabincore vibes, designed to “inspire memories of kisses on the forehead at Nanna’s house”. Like Nanna, Beddie insists on the best, using Oeko Tex Certified French linen and old-school cotton, for delightful dopamine decor.

Clumsy Hands is the colour-obsessed creator of playful, placeful prints depicting city scenes, quirky characters and cheeky motifs. Based in Coburg, Melbourne, the illustrator and muralist deals in wild west vibes, English delights and Aussie kitsch. If it’s a cowgirl keyring you’re after – or sticker sheets, poolside prints and cool-girl tees – Clumsy Hands has it in the bag.

Being a grown-up is mostly about buying your own underwear – so buy yourself the best. Not only are Bushy’s briefs, jocks and bras made in Oz using Tencel produced from eucalyptus trees, the brand reckons they’re 17 times more moisture-wicking than cotton daks. Bushy is so proud of its undies that it offers a 12-month guarantee. No catches, no snags!

A go-to brand for eco-conscious shoppers, Farm To Hanger creates beautiful, long-lasting, sustainable, traceable and ethically produced clothing and underwear for men and women. You won’t find any synthetics or plastics, and all products are cruelty-free and completely biodegradable. They’re also 100 per cent Australian made using natural fibres – and nothing else.

As this social enterprise puts it: “It’s more than a tee, it’s a conversation starter.” It’s also trackies, beanies, socks and scarves – many of them made on Wurundjeri Coun- try. They’re not only B Corp-certified, but also one of the first known Aboriginal businesses to hold Ethical Clothing Australia accreditation. Got appropriation concerns? Fear not! Products are marked “Ally Friendly” or “Mob Only”.

Not only is the print exquisite (and the pockets deep), this beauty is made with natural materials and can be returned to the earth (ahem, composted) when the time comes. Founder Jo Carney makes classic styles (and pretty knickers) for women and children using local, organic and deadstock fabrics. She has a zero-waste range and is working towards a circular model (for those who can part with their duds).

Fancy having a T-shirt custom-made just for you? Citizen Wolf goes a step further – it will make tees (plus sweats, polos and button-downs) for your 3D twin. You simply enter your height, weight and age before the Magic Fit technology gets to work. All goods are made at Citizen Wolf’s zero- waste factory in Marrickville, Sydney (and when the time comes, they’ll even mend your duds for free).

Turn your doodles, dabbles and photos into goodies of the textile kind with Next State’s custom fabric printing. There are heaps of materials to choose from – cottons, canvases, linens, velvet – and the printing is done Down Under, with a minimum of just one metre. What you do with your creation is up to you (but wouldn’t a tablecloth be lovely?).

Love to breathe? You’re really going to love Bamboo Body’s wardrobe staples. Each piece is made with super-soft, organically grown bamboo – a planet-friendly material that’s considered more breathable than cotton. Not only that, it’s moisture-wicking and free of harmful chemicals. Be sure to check out Bamboo Body’s Australian-made tees – they’re perfect for layering. No sweat!

If you’ve ever found yourself atop a slippery yoga mat, you’ll know the intense fear a downward dog can evoke. But with Yogi Peace Club’s super-grip, slip-free wares, you’ll find the inner peace you’re looking for. Designed by yoga teacher Emma Barr, these cushy, durable mats come with pretty patterns and eco cred (they’re made from natural rubber and recycled plastic bottles).

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Young love, unbridled optimism, TikTok… There’s much to love about being a teen, but spotty skin can kinda suck. Enter Juniper Teen: the organic skincare you know and love designed especially for growing-up skin. The gentle, Australian-made products are designed to balance oils, control bacteria and refine pores – so teens can forget about spots and get on with the fun stuff.

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For those in the business of mixing pleasure with luxury, there’s Yinn Body – the Down Under wellbeing brand that has the nod of Hollywood’s A-list. Owned by sexual wellness advocate Rosie Rees, Yinn Body is your go-to for organic, plant-based lubricants that are tasteless, odourless and pH-balanced, as well as body oils, pleasure wands and vibrators that look as good as they feel.

Hailing from the shores of Aotearoa, Hark & Zander aims to share the botanical bounty of its beautiful island home with the whole wide world. Specially formulated for sensitive skin, the multi-award-winning range heroes New Zealand natives and organically grown ingredients like hemp heart, New Zealand kawakawa leaf and native red seaweed.

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When Shaunace West was diagnosed with stage-four breast cancer, she was gifted with a box of skincare – only to discover it contained all kinds of questionable chemicals. And so she launched her own range, specifically designed for women over 30. Beautiful packaging, potent actives and natural ingredients, and as Shaunace puts it: “A life-changing event calls for a life-changing brand.”