The CapeTownMagazine.com Gift Guide

15+ ideas for uncle, ouma, tata, Secret Santa… 

Last updated: 10 December 2024

Every Monday morning in our office we share discoveries, things, and experiences we think are unique. From that we've curated a list of really awesome gifts. Like power banks made from vapes, recycled PET felt clothing, anime merch, and more. And some of our recommendations start from just R10. 

POWER BANKS MADE FROM VAPES – ONE MORE TIME

These power banks also come in special edition designs like Matcha, Spooked, and Golden Hour. Great for Secret Santa, an ex-vaper with a sense of humour, or both. 

Price: R249

Buy: Via the One More Time website 

Online | @onemoretimesa | Image: One More Time 

NICHE RECORDS — SLOWLIFE RECORDS IN KALK BAY

This independent vinyl store in Kalk Bay is the spot to find niche, vintage records and music memorabilia that any hardcore music fan would love.  

Price: Varies

Buy: In-store at 84 Main Road, Kalk Bay, open daily from 9am to 5pm

84 Main Road | Kalk Bay | Cape Town | @slowliferecords | Image: Slow Life Records

FOR KIDS & AVIATION FANS — WEST COAST AIRSHOW TICKETS 

There’ll be aerial stunts, drone racing, skydiving, 20+ displays, on-site camping (or glamping) and so much more at this airshow in Saldanha Bay. 

Price: From R10 (build-up event); R120 to R200 (main event)

Buy tickets: Via the West Coast Airshow website

Saldanha Airport | West Coast Peninsula | @wcoastairshow | Image: West Coast Airshow 

LUXE JEWELLERY GIFTED WITH LOVE — SHIMANSKY 

Shimansky has exquisite pieces like the Cape Town pendant, My Girl diamond earrings, and Southern Cross diamond and tanzanite pendant. You’ll find these at the new boutique store at the V&A Waterfront. 

Price: From R2 500

Buy: At the V&A boutique; online via the Shimansky website 

Upper Level | V&A Waterfront | Cape Town | Image: Shimansky Jewellery Store V&A Waterfront

LOVED BY TREVOR NOAH — FIELDS 

Trevor Noah wore the Field Shirt and Weekend Trouser in his viral ad for Tourism SA. FIELDS’ timeless pieces can be layered and collected for years. See what Trevor wore below. 

Price: From R990 for a 100% cotton t-shirt

Buy: Find stores & stockists (or buy online) via the FIELDS website

AWARD-WINNING COFFEE, AT HOME — MISCHU

This coffee shop has won awards for best coffee three years in a row. You can buy beans, ground coffee, pods, coffee-making equipment and more at mischu in Sea Point. 

Price: From R89 for coffee blends (including capsules)

Buy: Via the mischu website

85 Regent Road | Sea Point (Opposite the Spar) | @mishucoffee | Image: mischu

TRENDY MEXICAN TREATS – ARK PROVISIONS

Fill goodie bags with the trendiest and tastiest Mexican-inspired treats, like the Chamoy Pickle Kit, Takis, and buckets of spicy, sticky, and sweet candy. 

Price: From R20

Buy: At 46 locations across Cape Town; online via the Ark Provisions website 

Online & various locations | @arkprovisions | Image: Ark Provisions

FOR YOUR ANIME-OBSESSED FRIEND – THE ENGRAVE SLAVE 

For weebs, by weebs. This shop has everything from posters, dolls, glasses and hats, to embroidered clothing. You can even send your own designs and get custom-made pieces. 

Price: From R360 for a t-shirt

Buy: In store at Salisbury Mews, Kenilworth or via The Engrave Slave website 

Salisbury Mews, 26 Salisbury Road | Kenilworth | Cape Town | @the_engrave_slave | Image: The Engrave Slave

ADORABLE BEACH POUFS – BEACH PLEASE 

These outdoor poufs are lightweight, easy to carry with a built-in strap, and even have a pocket for your essentials. And the designs are just too cute. 

Price: From R850

Buy: Via the Beach Please website 

Online | @beachplease.cpt | Image: Beach Please  

GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK —  FAIRTRADE 

Fairtrade-endorsed products, like Rwandan coffee, tea or select red, white, and vegan wines, empower workers across the continent and help them improve their lives. 

Price: From R99 for Rwandan coffee beans

Buy: Via the Fairtrade website

Various locations | @fairtrade_africa | Image: Fairtrade Africa

GIN DONE THE WRIGHT WAY – WRIGHT’S DISTILLERY 

With a laidback West Coast feel, this Yzerfontein distillery has craft gin with flavours like apple and litchi, pomelo and grapefruit, blue pea, and more. 

Price: R439 for a bottle

Buy: At the distillery and on the Wright's Gin website

Corner of R27 and R315, Yzerfontein | Western Cape | @wrightsginza | Image: Wright’s Gin

SKIN TONE CRAYONS – COLOUR ME KIDS

Stationery for the skin you’re in. These 12 crayons offer more than just the “peach” and “brown” colours of regular crayon boxes. Colour Me Kids also has a colouring book and 36-piece puzzle.  

Price: From R28 for 12 pack of crayons; R43 for colouring book

Buy: Find stores & stockists (or buy online) via the Colour Me Kids website

Various locations | Cape Town | @colourmekids or @teacherinprogress | Image: Colour Me Kids

FOR THE BRAAI MASTER – DONKEY LONG TONG

These stainless steel extra-long tongs mean no sore hands at the braai. They’ve also got blowers, paddles, caps and even the world’s first leather bag made specifically for fire tools. 

Price: From R800 for the braai tongs

Buy: Find stores & stockists (or buy online) via Donkey Long Tong website

Various locations | Cape Town | @donkeylongtong | Image: Donkey Long Tong

FASHION MADE FROM CORK, PET FELT – SAGE AND SUNDAY 

The recycled PET felt clogs (comfy and versatile) and beleka crossbody bag (you don’t need to guess their size) are great gift options from sustainable brand Sage & Sunday. 

Price: Clogs R1 700; Beleka crossbody R1 700

Buy: In store at 66 Albert Road, Woodstock or via the Sage & Sunday website 

66 Albert Road, Woodstock | Cape Town | @sage.and.sunday | Image: Sage and Sunday

WOODCARVING WORKSHOPS – BAREFOOT CARPENTER  

The Barefoot Carpenter’s workshops are open to beginners and all equipment is included. For your uncle or auntie who’s obsessed with crafts and DIY. 

Price: From R550 per workshop

Buy: Find ticket links to workshops via the Barefoot Carpenter Facebook page 

Various locations | @barefoot.carpenter | Image: Barefoot Carpenter

FANCY TEA FOR AUNTIE OR OUMA – ENMASSE TEA MERCHANTS

Enmasse has elevated blends like green rooibos, honeycomb and naartjie, Hot Cross Bun Chai and Devil’s Advocate (ginger and chilli). 

Price: From R98 for a box

Buy: Via the Enmasse website

123 Hope Street | Gardens | @enmassetea | Image: Enmasse Tea Merchants

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