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The Happy Cooker A toy store for the culinary inclined . Village institution carries colorful high-quality kitchen , table and barware and molecular gastronomy kits . 464 Stradbrook Ave , 204‐453‐2665

for gardeners

Beyond Flowers Known for its orchid selection , among other exotics such as birds of paradise . Lots of Christmas giftware . 163 Lilac St , 204‐477‐5787 Kleen Gro Hydroponics 30 years of lighting and nutrients for all your indoor gardening needs . 218 Osborne St , 204‐475‐7096 Lacoste Garden Centre Six working greenhouses , a gift store , and a retail yard all on six acres of land make this centre worth a visit . 2787 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐256‐2377 Sage Garden Herbs , perennials , exotics , vegetables , and more grown with all natural fertilizer . 3410 St . Mary ’ s Rd , 204‐257‐2715 , herbs . mb . ca Schriemers Pick up holiday urns and poinsettias at this home and garden showplace . 2857 McGregor Farm Rd , East St . Paul 204-668‐8357 Shelmerdine Manitoba ’ s largest garden centre has a great selection of seasonal and home decor , kitchenware , gifts , ladies fashions and accessories . 7800 Roblin Blvd , 204‐895‐7203

for global tastes

La Bodega Imports An eclectic shop with colourful garden decor , decorative glass and glassware , artwork , and pottery sourced directly from Mexico . 955 Portage Ave , 204‐772‐4331 Brave New World

Organic , eco-friendly and fairtrade fashions for kids and women , plus jewellery by Winnipeg-based Smallbird . 141 Sherbrook St , 204‐774‐4222 Distant Caravans Exotic and colorful mystical shop carries books on Eastern philosophy and gifts from Tibet and Nepal . The Forks Market , 204‐947‐2169 Global Connections An eclectic mix of gifts , clothing , jewellery , accessories and instruments from around the world . Johnston Terminal at the Forks , 204‐989-2173 Mandarin International Beautiful displays of Buddha figurines , jade jewellery and sushi and sake sets are hidden behind a maple-flavoured selection of Canadian souvenirs . Johnston Terminal at The Forks , 204‐943‐0383 the it list

Oseredok Boutique Works by local and international artists , as well as imported jewellery , books , embroidery and giftware . Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre , 184 Alexander Ave East , 204‐942‐0218

Pieces of Paradise Colourful shop carries handcrafted . fair trade items from Indonesia including furniture , stone carvings and mosaic glass . 1094 Nairn Ave , 204‐477-1822 Shakti Eastern-influenced shop stocks handcarved statues from Nepal , intricate furniture from Bali and fashions from Thailand . B‐194 Osborne St , 204‐415‐3338

Ten Thousand Villages Beautiful reversible throws are made from recycled saris by women in Bangladesh . Other fairly traded gifts linclude gardening pots , birdhouses , and jewellery . 134 Plaza Dr , 204‐261‐0566 ; 963 Henderson Hwy , 204‐661‐5545 Todaschuk Sisters Ukrainian Boutique A citywide destination for Ukranian folk art , materials and trims for dance costumes , Easter eggs , CDs , and artifacts from Ukraine . By appt . only . 756‐20 Fort St , 204‐586‐3445

Yash Global Stunning silver jewellery imported from India , incense , carvings , India cotton and other imported gifts . The Forks Market , 2nd floor , 204‐949‐9497

for gifters

Bayshore Gifts in Glass Dichronic glass jewellery , Christmas ornaments , plates , bottle stoppers , coasters and custom pieces are created in store by three resident artists . The Forks Market , 2nd floor , 204‐415‐7228

Best of Friends Gift Shop Located in the Millenium Library , this non-profit shop stocks reading-related gifts , jewellery , stationery and more . 251 Donald St , 204‐947‐0110

Boutique du Festival Home base for Festival du Voyageur gifts , this year-round shop stocks iconic red sashes , leather and fur mukluks and mittens . 233 Provencher Blvd , 204‐237‐7692

Canadian Museum for Human Rights Boutique Commemorative accessories bear the CMHR logo . Fair trade and ethically sourced products , including clothing , bags and jewellery . 85 Israel Asper Way , 204‐289‐2000

Envy Paint & Design This Benjamin Moore paint store is also a stylish one stop shop with a massive selection of décor , gifts , fashion , and accessories . 25-5 Scurfield Blvd , 204‐487‐3666

Generation Green Eco-friendly products for kitchen , home , and garden , including beeswax candles and a wide ranging selection of Manitoba made food products . The Forks Market , 204‐808‐9848 Humboldt ’ s Legacy This shop is a haven for the ecoconscious shopper . Earth-friendly products like bamboo apparel . 167 Lilac St , 204‐772‐1404 The Forks Market Originally built to house horse stables , this two-storey shopping destination has been converted into a collection of shops selling city souvenirs , imported goods , and locally made items . 1 Forks Market Rd , theforks . com The Forks Trading Company Carries handcrafted artisan creations by Manitoba and Canadian artists from clothing to accessories . The Forks Market , 204-949-1785 Lake Life Bringing the woods , the water and the wilderness to Winnipeg , this retailer stocks women ’ s clothing and accessories for cottage and home . 440 Academy Rd , 204‐256‐9875 Moulé Ultra‐chic boutique stocks stylish home decor , adorable gifts for babies and toddlers and fashions for men and women . 443 Academy Rd , 204‐488‐1891 Radiance Metaphysically focused store boasts local and imported products . Cards , journals , aromatherapy , candles , crystals , jewellery , and books . 7‐875 Corydon Ave , 204‐284‐4231 Rising Moon Curiosity Shop New age shop carries healing stones , astrological and moon sign books , and jewellery made by local artisans . B-140 Provencher Blvd , 204‐233‐7473 Teecka ’ s Aboriginal Boutique Local Indigenous art and handicrafts , as well as jewellery , blankets , mukluks and moccasins . Custom beadwork and leatherwork available . The Forks Market , 2nd floor , 204‐946‐0539 Tara Davis Studio Boutique Hand-made treasures by the owner and other Canadian designers , including jewellery , artwork , woven scarves and laptop cases . 246 McDermot Ave , 204‐504‐8272 Thomas Hinds Tobacconist Upscale specialty store for cigar buffs with walk-in humidor , an extensive selection of premium imported cigars , pipes , tobacco and accessories . 185 Carlton St , 204‐942‐0203 Two Rivers Show your Winnipeg pride with souvenir caps . Store is also stocked with souvenir inukshuks and wooly winter accessories . The Forks Market , main floor , 204‐947‐0186

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