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5 places to get unique giftsVancouver (Dec.16.11)

If you need a little gift guidance to make the road to Christmas- giving a little less bumpy, here are a few unique stores in Vancouver stocked with interesting gift items for the kids (big and small) on your lists.

Front and Company
This Vancouver gem is truly a one-stop shop destination. Cool accessories for guys, beautiful home decor, clothes and jewelry for the ladies and a whimsical selection of gag gifts, gadgets, books and toys sure to please anyone on our list.

3772 Main Street; 604-879-8431
www.frontandcompany.ca

Dilly Dally
Looking to go battery-free this Christmas? This toyshop is back to basics with toys and books that ignite imagination and creativity. We love their collection of pop-up books, puppets and games.

1161 Commercial Drive; 604-252-9727
www.dillydallykids.ca

Smoking Lily
This local shop oozes Vancouver style. Quirky screen-printed clothing in soft and comfortable fabrics are sure to be loved by all. The printed vest ($128), tees ($34) and onesies ($24) are some of our favourites.

3635 Main Street; 604-873-5459
www.smokinglily.com

Paper-Ya
There are so many lovely finds in this Granville Island paper boutique. Notebooks, journals, decorative papers, cards and paper crafts make gift giving easy.

1666 Johnston Street; 604-684-251
www.paperya.ca

Gallery Store
Adding a little culture under the tree couldn’t be simpler. The Vancouver Art Gallery shop has a great collection of art books, prints and Canadian made pieces. There’s a fun selection of toys too.

750 Hornby Street; 604-662-4706
www.vanartgallery.bc.ca

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