2016 Gift Guide: Deep Woods
Three presents sure to remain ingrained in recipients’ memories for years to come
Looking for unique wooden gift ideas? Whether it’s a hand-carved spoon or an elegant wooden sculpture, these timeless presents offer a perfect blend of craftsmanship and durability, making them sure to leave a lasting impression.
Wooden spoons
Hand-carved in Brazil, these understated wooden gift ideas have an elegant simplicity and are sturdy enough to serve up thick chutneys and jams. The set’s contrasting light and dark tones create a fun dynamic. Each one is roughly 15-centimetres long. $35/6, at Zebuu
Dressed in Wood cake stand by Alessi
Dutch designer Marcel Wanders decorates the base of this beech wood servingware with an ornate relief pattern. With a pedestal so pretty, you needn’t worry if the cake atop doesn’t measure up to Martha Stewart standards. Made by artisans in Valle Strona. $130, at Studio Brillantine
L’Oiseau by Vitra
What to get the design lover who already has everything – including an Eames bird perched atop the fridge? Add to their flock of aviary objets with this smoothed maple wood sculpture. Designed by France’s Bouroullec brothers, it makes a dapper complement to modern decor. $230, at Design Within Reach
Looking for more great gift ideas? Read our roundups of the city’s best ceramic, metallic, stone, glass and plastic designs.
