little elwood, elwood
Stepping into the charming Little Elwood is like stepping into a magical wonderland for the young and young at heart. The shopfront is easy to spot from Ormond Road’s bustling strip - it’s the one with the glorious rainbow tinsel garland dancing in the sea breeze.
Stepping into the charming Little Elwood is like stepping into a magical wonderland for the young and young at heart. The shopfront is easy to spot from Ormond Road’s bustling strip - it’s the one with the glorious rainbow tinsel garland dancing in the sea breeze.
Every wall and surface is filled with things to delight and inspire while the twinkling fairy lights and creatures that float from the ceiling (and a giant giraffe munching on grass out the back!) create a sense of whimsy and joy.
Though everything here is brand new, Lou, the owner, manages to create a sense of nostalgia through her styling and unique selection of toys on offer.
From fairy crystals and potions to handcrafted felt food and puppets - this is a sensory and imaginative play PARADISE. With a whole corner dedicated to the most opulent princess dresses to a fantastic array of craft supplies… Little Elwood has got the goods.
Go digging for some treasures from the mini figurine pick and mix display, or select from the spools of stickers that adorn the shop’s counter facade. With crowd favourites like Jellycats, Sylvanian Families and Sonny Angels, Little Elwood is the perfect mix of classic childhood toys and those that are a little bit left of centre.
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Mamma’s special mentions:
Walk a few minutes down Ormond Rd and you’ll find the most delicious specialty popcorn shop - Popkin’s Artisan Popcorn
dear reader bookshop, tyabb village
Tucked away in the heart of Tyabb Village is a hidden gem that is Dear Reader Bookshop – the cutest second-hand bookshop that’s bursting with books that are just waiting for little (and big!) hands to discover.
Tucked away in the heart of Tyabb Village is a hidden gem that is Dear Reader Bookshop – the cutest second-hand bookshop that’s bursting with books that are just waiting for little (and big!) hands to discover.
Second-hand bookshops are pretty rare to find these days, but this charming store is sure to become a favourite! Mamma and crew are super pleased to have discovered this local gem, adding yet another reason to frequent the gorgeous little Tyabb Village!
With wall-to-wall of books of all shapes and sizes, you are sure to find something that you love - or perhaps try your luck with a beautifully wrapped, brown paper mystery book?
There’s some cozy couches and chairs to sit back and get lost in the pages while the little ones peruse the kids section - packed with great new titles and loads of vintage fiction and picture books as well!
With genres spanning from Classic Fiction, Biographies and Business through Sport, Crime and Mystery Books - it is sure to become your destination book shop!
The nitty gritty
14 Mornington Tyabb Road , Tyabb,
At the back of the Tyabb Village Packing house
Open
10am - 5pm
Thursday - Sunday
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Mamma’s special mentions:
While you are there, check out the gorgeous Fairy Maker and have lunch on board the Rattling Red
the gift shed, tyabb village
Tucked away in the treasure trove that is the Tyabb Packing House village, The Gift Shed is your go-to spot for all things “bloke’. Whether you're shopping for your Dad, your partner or a mate, this little shop packs a serious punch!
Tucked away in the treasure trove that is the Tyabb Packing House village, The Gift Shed is your go-to spot for all things “bloke’. Whether you're shopping for your Dad, your partner or a mate, this little shop packs a serious punch!
Think leather wallets, quirky and one-of-a-kind gifts, military-themed collectables, and a huge range of hot sauces - the kind that'll make your eyes water just looking at them, they’re Mamma’s Little Man’s Favourite!
This place is man cave heaven! Every corner of this shop is packed full of fun gifts - there’s sure to be something for even the hard-to-buy for men in your life. From stylish accessories to nostalgic memorabilia.
Mamma says make sure to pop in and check it out - you won’t regret it! Oh - and make sure you say hello to the gorgeous guard doggo out the front!
The nitty gritty
14 Mornington Tyabb Road , Tyabb,
Inside the Tyabb Village Packing house
Open
10am - 5pm
Thursday - Monday
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Mamma’s special mentions:
While you are there, check out the gorgeous Fairy Maker and have lunch on board the Rattling Red
trudi's place @ the packing house, tyabb
Why wait for the ‘most magical time of the year’ to get into the festive spirit, when you can celebrate Christmas all year round at Trudi’s Place?!
Why wait for the ‘most magical time of the year’ to get into the festive spirit, when you can celebrate Christmas all year round at Trudi’s Place?!
Located inside the Packing House in Tyabb lies the truly joyous Trudis’s Place - a shop that is full of the most spectacular Christmas decorations - and it is open all year!
Whatever theme you are looking for, you’re sure to find the perfect tree ornament, table centrepiece and house decoration to suit. With a huge assortment of Grinch themed fun, LED lights, glowing mini trees, Christmas angels, reindeer - and SO much more.
Mamma’s crew can’t get enough of the musical dancing Santa, twerking Frosty the Snowman and rapping snowmen!
New stock comes in all the time, so you’re sure to find something new to browse.
It’s a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit!
The nitty gritty
14 Mornington-Tyabb Rd,
Tyabb 3913
OPEN
Thursday - Sunday
10am - 5pm
Mamma’s special mentions:
Explore the village by having lunch at the Rattling Red Cafe or explore all things fairy at The Fairy Shop
t & s emporium, somerville
If there’s two things this Mamma adores, it’s supporting small/local businesses and browsing the aisles of craft markets! So needless to say the combination of those here at T&S Emporium in Somerville is just heaven!
If there’s two things this Mamma adores, it’s supporting small/local businesses and browsing the aisles of craft markets! So needless to say the combination of those here at T&S Emporium in Somerville is just heaven!
This fantastic INDOOR market is home to over 200 small businesses, showcasing hundreds of hand-made treasures ranging from intricate hand-painted gift cards, to jewellery including fidget rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, hair accessories and so much more! Plus kids and adult clothing, candles, chocolate, crystals and a great range of dog treats, toys - even pup clothing!
Each shelf in the shop presents options from small businesses - just as though you were attending a craft market on the weekend - except here you can shop 6 days a week from the comfort of indoors!
There’s a great range here and you’re sure to find the perfect gift for a loved one or a treat for yourself - or in Mamma’s case - the kids and the dog! Oh and there’s also a colouring table for the littlies so that you can shop in peace!
So shop small and support the locals and grab yourself a bargain!
The nitty gritty
5 Eramosa Rd E, Somerville, 3912
OPEN
Monday - Friday
9am - 4pm
Saturday
9.30am - 2pm
Mamma’s special mentions:
Walk down the road to pick up some delicious treats from Horribly Healthy
