Celebrating our very own Matariki this week, we thought it the perfect time showcase some of our wonderful local artisan Northland made gift box suppliers & share their artistic & original Northland flare.

Sea and Clay’s Pretty Petals Bath Tea is perfect for the bath or foot spa

Sea and Clay the very talented Sam has been with Gratitude gift boxes from the start. Her flare & originality makes her beautiful bath and body products an absolute fave especially in our Build a Box range. The inspiration for Sea + Clay is the small beach town of Mangawhai, New Zealand where the ocean meets the land. Sam is on a bit of a break at the mo’, but promises to be back in Spring for more new exciting delights for us to try.

Nuts in the Hokianga hand picked & organically grown near the spectacular Opononi Coast in the Hokianga, owner Marie says “ our macadamias are the perfect compliment to your next batch of cookies or even to serve as a little treat on the saucer alongside your cafe latte! Our goal is to provide a home-grown, organic product and personalised service to each of our loyal customers, many of whom just seem to be unable to keep their hands off our nuts!”

Hillside Olive Oil Jan of Hillside Olives in the Tangihua ranges is our newest Northland artisan gift box supplier. I have to say THE best olive oil I have ever tasted. The Orhard Mix of Frantoio & Koroneiki olives is so creamy & rich you wont want to stop eating it!

Helmsdale Hives Honey are a part of a family farm, in the green highlands of Waipu. Passionate about bees they aim to bring you honey just as nature intended it,100% raw! Their vision involves a plantation of a variety of native trees for bees with developed permanent hive locations, to give them the best shelter and conditions available.

Anoint Skincare Anoint evolved in a small eclectic gallery on Waiheke Island called Upcycle. Initially all packaging was upcycled from damaged books, maps, unwanted sheet music and discarded embellishments. In 2017 they moved to Kerikeri, in the beautiful Bay of Islands to fulfil a dream of having a more self-sustainable lifestyle. Their story continues to evolve as they build a green, off- grid forever home, and studio for Anoint on twelve acres of land.

Claire Nicholl’s Kawakawa Soap dish & Cheese platters

Artist Claire Nicholls Claire is the master of making original creations out of copper & clay. Originally from Warkworth and after an extensive O.E. she settled with her hubby Nick in his hometown of Waipu. Claire’s creations are often found at local markets and are a special feature in our food & kitchen gift boxes.

Matakana Skincare Matakana Skincare’s creator believed that the foundation of good skincare lay not in a laboratory, but in nature. Remaining true to these founding values, Lara & Dan have evolved the business by blending the innate wisdom of nature with the strength of scientific research, to create premium quality, clean, plant-based skincare products that are trusted for both their efficacy, and their impact. “Closely connected to the land, we’re driven by the principles of kaitiakitanga and a desire to leave a lighter footprint and a legacy of change.”

Kerikeri Tea with their zero waste policy, choosing Kerikeri organic teas for our gift boxes was a no brainer. Based on a rural property on the outskirts of Kerikeri Gary & Tracy farm pigs, sheep and chickens as well as growing the beautiful citrus, fruit and veges the climate allows us to have. Their fruit teas are divine all year round.

Doubtless Bay botanicals Regan, owner & founder of this natural, silky skin range has a retail pharmacy background including herbal studies. “I have always held an interest in skincare and natural remedies. Just over two years ago I began making my own bath and body products and created a range excluding harsh and harmful ingredients. Leaving the nasties out is important to me.”

Sanolifestyle Lavender & Rose petal soaps

Sanolifestyle Soaps Chloe, the new owner and maker at SANOlifestyle, first started using her soaps to wash her hair when looking for a plastic-free alternative to traditional shampoo and body wash. Free from palm oil, synthetics, artificial colors and fragrances, all soaps are naturally handcrafted from scratch using traditional cold process method and made in small batches to maintain the highest quality. Another popular favourite adding that personal touch to our gift hamper range.

Natures Pond Want relief from that niggly skin issue? Look no further than the antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory healing properties of Natures pond healing balm. Founder, Sally’s journey started when her daughter was diagnosed with an incurable skin condition. She grows and hand makes relieving skin products from native plants on their Northland property.

Our Thanks to all our wonderful gift box suppliers & Happy Matariki to you!

For more info or to purchase any of these products visit Gratitude Gift Boxes website

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