Visit Devonport, Auckland, New Zealand » GIFTS & WEDDING REGISTRIES Just another WordPress site Tue, 22 May 2012 22:10:14 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Abigails /abigails /abigails#comments Sat, 05 May 2012 22:16:44 +0000 Visit Devonport /?p=1238 Abigails specialises in gifts for all occasions; Christmas, Easter, Mothers’ Day, Fathers’ Day, Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, New Baby and Baby Showers.

 

Specialist lines include cards, toys and clothing for babies and kids, fragrances for the house, personal fragrances and toiletries, crockery, jewellery and general gift items.

 

Abigails takes pride in sourcing the uncommon as well as top brands, believing that shopping should be an adventure rather than a chore. Exclusive brands include Mor toiletries, Tamsin Cooper, The Aromatherapy Company, Toshi, Oobi and Merino Kids.

 

The shop has moved twice since its original establishment in the 1980′s; its present location is in a bright and sunny heritage building (`A` Scheduled), once the premises of the Auckland Meat Company in the historic main street of picturesque Devonport.

 

Just up the street is the recently-restored, historic Victoria Picture Palace and Theatre, reputed to be the oldest remaining movie theatre in the whole of Australasia.

 

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Nord /nord /nord#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:56:51 +0000 Visit Devonport /?p=1208 Experience Scandinavian living right here in the heart of Devonport, Auckland. As the only Swedish owned and operated designer gift and homeware store in New Zealand, we pride ourselves on providing great service and showcasing the best of quality and unusual Nordic style products.

 

Kiwi Living Nordic Style

Our range of authentic Scandinavian gift and homeware brands includes; Marimekko, Klippan, Design House Stockholm and Pluto.  We also carry a significant number of New Zealand made designer products and gifts for your delight.

 

Sweet treats

Our confectionery section at Nord is growing all the time with new chocolates and lollies arriving every month to tantalise your taste buds.

 

Come in and share our Scandinavian traditions when enjoying our themed evenings at Nord, just ask us for our next event or visit our Facebook page. Drop in for your free magazine and helpful advice on Nordic style, designer gifts and interior decorating.

 

We are open 7 days a week and are located off the main street in Devonport village.

 

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Mothers Cupboard /mothers-cupboard-2 /mothers-cupboard-2#comments Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:50:18 +0000 Visit Devonport /?p=1187 Our eclectic range of jewellery, homeware and accessories are influenced by French styling and a touch of rustic. From French farmhouse to wrought iron decorative pieces we have something special to adorn your home.

 

Boudoir flair

An extensive range of gorgeous cotton sleepwear will keep you elegantly comfortable at night and are complimented with a charming collection of cotton bed quilts. With New Zealand made and exclusive imported items available you will be spoilt for choice.

 

Exquisite accessories

Our accessories offer style from around the world and add that little bit of chic to your look, with a choice collection of unique jewellery, fashion handbags, wraps, scarves and gloves.

 

Treat yourself

Our magical collection of Arran Aromatics are perfect for pampering the soul and are imported from the Isle of Arran in Scotland.

 

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FitzgeraldTaylor /fitzgeraldtaylor /fitzgeraldtaylor#comments Sun, 04 Mar 2012 08:17:42 +0000 Visit Devonport /?p=509 Make an impression – for the words that really matter say it in ink on paper.

Stationery lovers should not miss a visit to the gorgeous colourful boutique stationery store FitzgeraldTaylor located in the stunningly renovated historic Old Post Office Building at 10 Victoria Road, Devonport.

 

Filled with hand-picked product sourced from all over the world FitzgeraldTaylor is a treasure trove of writing instruments, inks, journals, notebooks, paper goods and unique gift ideas.

 

At FitzgeraldTaylor we are passionate about stationery. We would love to share this with you.

 

Fountain pens – the most rewarding way to put words on paper. From just $26 – with 30 ink colour refills available!  Rediscover the joy of writing with our wide range of pens.

 

Gorgeous italian, french, New Zealand & recycled leather journals. Smooth soft durable covers, cream-coloured pages that are pleasing to the eye and paper that takes ink beautifully, these journals will lend a richness to your writing. And in selection of colours to suit the most discerning of tastes.

 

Exquisite writing paper. In a world of emails, text messages and social media we forget the delight in receiving a beautifully handwritten message. Surprise somebody today, send a letter on luxurious Belgian or French paper enclosed in a sumptuous tissue lined envelope.

 

Letterpress printing. The shop is also home to our vintage Chandler and Price letterpress printing press on which we print bespoke invitations, personalised stationery and our own range of greeting cards.

 

It’s all in the detail.  Leave a lasting impression and put pen to paper today.

 

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Flagstaff Gallery /flagstaff-gallery /flagstaff-gallery#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:59:20 +0000 Visit Devonport /?p=346 Flagstaff Gallery was established in Devonport in 1993 as the first dealer gallery on Auckland’s North Shore. Now one of Auckland’s leading dealers in contemporary New Zealand fine art, we occupy a spacious gallery that enables visitors to enjoy the experience of art.

 

The gallery at 30 Victoria Road features custom-designed sliding racks which have extend our display capacity to more than 1000 artworks.

 

Our aim is to provide a friendly, relaxed environment in which to display a wide variety of quality New Zealand art. Long standing, well-established and a few new artists contribute to our exhibition programme, which includes paintings, sculpture, and hand-worked prints.

 

With a consistent change of works on view throughout the year we keep the gallery refreshed with new pieces to see and appreciate. Regular exhibition openings are exciting events where visitors can get a first glimpse of new works on show and provide an opportunity to meet the artists, other enthusiasts and enjoy a glass of wine together.

 

The gallery provides a wide range of services, including consultation, framing, wedding and gift registers, and overseas shipping to suit your needs.  Staff at the gallery are more than happy to assist with your search for satisfying original art to suit your personal tastes and give you pleasure for a lifetime.

 

Visit the Flagstaff Gallery’s Youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/FlagstaffGallery

 

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Pellacci /pellacci /pellacci#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:27:09 +0000 Visit Devonport /?p=315 Pellacci is a well-known women’s wear store in Devonport Village, owned and operated for the last 18 years by a local resident.

 

In store you will find:

 

CLOTHING:

Designed for the more mature women with sizes to xx large. Most of our Clothing and Knitwear is designed exclusively for us and is manufactured here in Devonport with a focus on smart casual classics using only high quality fabrics and yarns, yet our prices are affordable.

 

ACCESSORIES:

We have a large range of scarves, wraps, fascinators, wedding or race-day hats and special occasion bags. Also casual everyday seasonal hats, gloves, bags.

 

JEWELLERY:

A large selection of affordable necklaces and earrings to co-ordinate with our clothing, including Sterling Silver and precious stones.

 

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