Peek: 5 Local Gift Shops To Celebrate SA Design

This year, more than ever before, we have come to realise the importance of supporting local businesses and sowing back into our own economy. So, why not choose local designs and crafts this festive season.

Make a difference in the lives of a local entrepreneur and reap the rewards. Peek provides an online platform for SA businesses anywhere in the country to showcase their work to a local and global audience, highlighting the very best of what South Africa has to offer.

Here we present a round-up of some of the coolest local gift ideas from top SA brands, all available at Peek.

Graffitiville

Graffitiville is taking art off the walls and making it personal items. They create original hand-painted (nothing printed), 1 of 1 sling bags/laptop bags, scatter cushions and art on apparel. Think sneakers, high heels, jackets, etc. Their bags and cushions are proudly South African, manufactured in Gauteng. A beautiful blend of art and fashion!

Reclaim Design

Reclaim Design offers an elegant range of handmade eco-friendly home decor and furniture made from locally sourced reclaimed wood and recycled materials. With each product you buy, you can rest easy in the knowledge that your choice is good for you, good for your home and good for the planet. Some of their cleverly crafted reclaimed goods include alluring gin bottle vases with reclaimed wood stands; charming wooden boxes with lazer etched artwork; bath caddy trays and more!

Plasticity

Plasticity upcycles plastic into contemporary and unique products, combined with hemp fabric and rope. Made to last, made with love, made in the Karoo… Some of their beautiful designs include mini upcycled planters with hemp rope handles, coin pouches and more.

Smir Design

Smir Design creates practical, cost-effective and beautiful décor items for everyone from parents, pet-owners and students to anyone that wants to prettify their living space without breaking the bank. Products include vibrant rugs and scatters to bring pattern and colour to your interior.

EnlightenMe Home Decor

Here you will find beautiful home accessories that are also good for the environment. They turn waste paper into exquisite eco-friendly accent pieces for the home including vases meticulously handcrafted from recycled paper.

Shop local and make a difference. Find these and other local designers and crafters online at PEEK.