Spark some joy with these thoughtful homeware gifts. From scents and stationery to lush green house plants.

Iconic Marimekko poppy mug, $38

To brighten up the day, start with the essentials. Like a brand-new coffee cup. For the latest contemporary homewares, see the range at Make Designed Objects. The features Marimekko’s signature red poppies, and can be safely used in the oven, microwave, freezer or dishwasher.

Queen Victoria Women's Centre Shop bundle boxes, from $25

Can't quite decide on the perfect gift for that someone special? Why not grab a of thoughtful and practical gifts at Queen Victoria Women's Centre Shop? We're talking, candles with beautiful Australiana scents, chocolates, funky socks, hand crafted mugs and more.

Natural pillow perfume, from $36

Gift a peaceful night’s sleep with from Essensorie. Its notes of lavender, cedarwood and zingy pink grapefruit inspire snoozy sighs of delight. While many commercial scents are full of chemical nasties, this handmade spray is 100 per cent natural. Good for them, good for the planet, and the amber glass bottle can be refilled too.

Mr. Kitly self-watering pot, from $9.95

The from Wilkins and Kent is both stylish and practical. Fill the bottom tray with water to give your plants a long lasting drink. It's the perfect solution for when you're away on summer holidays. They come in all sorts of colours and sizes and get this – they’re made in ³Ô¹ÏÍø!

Chic and trendy lamps, from $129

For an instant lift in any room, add some atmospheric lighting. Dwell specialises in trending styles that will last the test of time. This has a cool retro-inspired design and comes in bold black metal. Or grab a cute . It's designed for indoor and outdoor spaces and it's USB rechargeable.

Quirky and cute plant pots, from $9.95

Know someone that needs to level up their indoor plant game? Gift them these very cute from Spoilt Gift & Homewares. They can plant vibrant seasonal flowers, bookshelf-style cacti, or magnificent monsteras in these quirky and trendy planter pots. Check out the extensive range for a great gift for any plant lover.

Il Paprio's Italian journal, from $75

Grab one of Il Papiro’s gorgeous journals for that someone special to write out their goals, thoughts and more. Handmade in Florence, just looking at an exquisite lifts the mood. From the cover’s traditional marbling technique, to the high-quality ivory pages between, each one is unique.

Luxurious glass candles, from $69.95

Gift your loved one with instant serenity. We recommend a luxe scented candle from Make Designed Objects. Try this , which will fill a mid-sized room with fragrance for 50 hours. With Norwegian fjords and fruitylicious orchards it's the ideal candle.

Craft Victoria's fluted cup, from $77

Everyone knows a person can never have too many mugs, so they might just be the perfect gift. Check out Craft Victoria, which offers unique creations from around the state. There’s nothing boring about ³Ô¹ÏÍø-based potter . Inspired by Japanese Oribe-style pottery, this glazed stoneware is a work of art.

Iconic ³Ô¹ÏÍø art, from $455

Pick up awesome artwork from Outre Gallery this festive season and be named the coolest gift giver. Like the strokes of genius by American artist Shag, renowned for colourful retro party scenes. But the limited-edition Shag print we love best is . He’s pumped up the fun in John Brack’s 1955 painting, Collins St, 5pm.

Folia's indoor plants, from $11.50

If you're stumped on what to get your friends, you can never go wrong with a potted buddy. Folia House offers interesting and beautiful options, including an entire range of plants. Perfect for apartment living, these elegant plants are have a hardy edge.