A local guide

Gift shopping in Geelong, the Bellarine way

We are Sofia's Spot, a gift shop at 4 Hancock Street in Drysdale, on the Bellarine side of Geelong. We opened because we were tired of driving into town for the things we thought our own community should be able to find close to home.

This page is our honest guide to finding a gift around Geelong: who it is for, roughly what to spend, and what we would choose. Everything on it is on our shelves right now. Order online and collect it from the shop, or we post it the same day if you are in before 2:30pm.

Who is it for

Start with the person, not the shop

Five people, five short lists. Each one is what we would pick today, from what is on the shelves today.

For her

Something for the house, something for her, something that smells good. If she likes her home to feel finished, this is where we would start.

Stray Willow Facial Mask, Green Smoothie
Stray Willow Facial Mask - Green Smoothie
$12.95
$12.95
$0.00
Pilbeam Living Energy Crystal Gift Set, Rose Quartz
Pilbeam Living Energy Crystal Gift Set - Rose Quartz
$29.95
$29.95
$29.95
Stray Willow Bath & Shower Salts, Sweet Muse
Stray Willow Bath & Shower Salts - Sweet Muse
$19.95
$19.95
$19.95
Stray Willow Facial Mask Bowl
Stray Willow Facial Mask Bowl
$8.95
$8.95
$0.00
Stray Willow Mini Moments, Body Oil
Stray Willow Mini Moments - Body Oil
$19.95
$19.95
Pilbeam Living Energy Crystal Gift Set, Jade
Pilbeam Living Energy Crystal Gift Set - Jade
$29.95
$29.95
$29.95
Commonfolk Collective Soul Mate, Dictionary Candle
Commonfolk Collective Soul Mate - Dictionary Candle
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Stray Willow Lip Scrub
Stray Willow Lip Scrub
$14.95
$14.95
$14.95
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For him

The hardest person on the list, so we keep it simple and useful. Things he will wear, carry or open a bottle with.

St Goliath Id Tee, Khaki
St Goliath Mens Id Tee - Khaki
$49.95
$49.95
$49.95
St Goliath Id Crew, Black
St Goliath Mens Id Crew - Black
$79.95
$79.95
$79.95
St Goliath Pioneer Wallet, Black
St Goliath Mens Pioneer Wallet - Black
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Silent Theory Linen SS Shirt, Pine
Silent Theory Mens Linen SS Shirt - Pine
$79.95
$79.95
$79.95
Silent Theory Ripstop Bucket Hat, Khaki
Silent Theory Mens Ripstop Bucket Hat - Khaki
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Silent Theory Essential Theory Short V2, Vino
Silent Theory Mens Essential Theory Short V2 - Vino
$49.95
$49.95
$49.95
Silent Theory Essential Theory Short V2, Surf Spray
Silent Theory Mens Essential Theory Short V2 - Surf Spray
$49.95
$49.95
$49.95
St Goliath Id Hoodie, Black
St Goliath Mens Id Hoodie - Black
$89.95
$89.95
$89.95
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For kids

Felt play sets, wooden toys, things to draw on and build with. Toys that survive being loved.

Jiggle & Giggle Farm Fun Bath Book
Jiggle & Giggle Farm Fun Bath Book
$12.95
$12.95
$12.95
Zookabee Police Car
Zookabee Police Car
$19.95
$19.95
$0.00
Jiggle & Giggle Ocean Buddies Bath Book
Jiggle & Giggle Ocean Buddies Bath Book
$12.95
$12.95
$12.95
Fehn Activity Bear
Fehn Activity Bear
$34.95
$34.95
$34.95
Jiggle & Giggle Bowie Bear Teethers
Jiggle & Giggle Bowie Bear Teethers
$15.95
$15.95
$15.95
Zookabee Ambulance
Zookabee Ambulance
$19.95
$19.95
$0.00
Zookabee Fire Truck
Zookabee Fire Truck
$24.95
$24.95
$0.00
Jiggle & Giggle Wiggles Duck Comforter
Jiggle & Giggle Wiggles Duck Comforter
$34.95
$34.95
$34.95
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For a new baby

A wrap or blanket, something to wear, a soft toy, a rattle. The things new parents run out of first, and the ones they keep, in colours that go together.

All baby gifts
Jiggle & Giggle Bowie Bear Teethers
Jiggle & Giggle Bowie Bear Teethers
$15.95
$15.95
$15.95
Jiggle & Giggle Hugglies Bear Rattle
Jiggle & Giggle Hugglies Bear Rattle
$15.95
$15.95
Nordic Kids Loveable Koala Comforter
Nordic Kids Loveable Koala Comforter
$25.99
$25.99
Jiggle & Giggle Trucking Along Jersey Bib Set of 2
Jiggle & Giggle Trucking Along Jersey Bib Set of 2
$32.95
$32.95
$32.95
Jiggle & Giggle Hugglies Bear Comforter
Jiggle & Giggle Hugglies Bear Comforter
$23.95
$23.95
Jiggle & Giggle Trucking Along Jersey Wrap
Jiggle & Giggle Trucking Along Jersey Wrap
$26.95
$26.95
Jiggle & Giggle Dallying Dinosaurs Soft Fleece Blanket
Jiggle & Giggle Dallying Dinosaurs Soft Fleece Blanket
$28.95
$28.95
Living Textiles Security Blanket, Elephant Playtime
Living Textiles Security Blanket - Elephant Playtime
$19.99
$19.99

For someone special

When it is a big one. A piece for the house they will keep, a candle with the right word on the front, a set that is ready to give.

Stray Willow Facial Mask, Green Smoothie
Stray Willow Facial Mask - Green Smoothie
$12.95
$12.95
$0.00
Stray Willow Facial Mask Bowl
Stray Willow Facial Mask Bowl
$8.95
$8.95
$0.00
Commonfolk Collective Soul Mate, Dictionary Candle
Commonfolk Collective Soul Mate - Dictionary Candle
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Commonfolk Collective Thank You, Dictionary Candle
Commonfolk Collective Thank You - Dictionary Candle
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Stray Willow Facial Mask, Purple Berry
Stray Willow Facial Mask - Purple Berry
$12.95
$12.95
$0.00
Commonfolk Collective Daughter, Dictionary Candle
Commonfolk Collective Daughter - Dictionary Candle
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Commonfolk Collective Grandparent, Dictionary Candle
Commonfolk Collective Grandparent - Dictionary Candle
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
Commonfolk Collective Wife, Dictionary Candle
Commonfolk Collective Wife - Dictionary Candle
$39.95
$39.95
$39.95
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How much to spend

Most gifts here sit between $20 and $60

That buys something good from any brand we carry. If you would rather set a ceiling first, pick one below.

Under $30
Under $50
Under $100
Kids under $30
Baby under $50

Wrapped in store

Tell us it is a gift and we will wrap it

Say so at the counter and it is wrapped before it leaves Hancock Street. Tissue, ribbon, done.

Getting it to you

Collect in Drysdale, or we post it

Choose pickup at checkout and we will have it ready at the shop. Or we post it: orders in before 2:30pm ship the same day with Australia Post. Ten dollars flat, free when you spend over $99, anywhere from Geelong to Melbourne. Larger pieces carry their own flat rate, shown on each product page.

Brands you will find here

Chosen by hand, most of it Australian

If it is on our shelves, it is because we would buy it ourselves.

Tara Treasures
Jiggle & Giggle
Pilbeam Living
Stray Willow
Zookabee
Fehn
Snuggle Hunny Kids
Coast To Coast
Louenhide
Commonfolk Collective
Ecoya

Questions we get asked

Where are you?

4 Hancock Street, Drysdale, on the Bellarine Peninsula. About half an hour from the centre of Geelong.

What are your hours?

Monday to Friday 9:30am to 4:30pm, Saturday 9:30am to 3pm. Closed Sunday.

Do you gift wrap?

Yes, in store. Ask at the counter and we will wrap it before you leave.

Can I order online and collect?

Yes. Choose pickup at checkout and we will have it ready at the shop.

Do you deliver to Geelong?

Yes, with Australia Post. Orders before 2:30pm ship the same day. $10 flat, free over $99. Larger pieces carry their own flat rate, shown on each product page.

Find us in Drysdale

Open six days, on the corner.

Inside Sofia's Spot on Hancock Street, Drysdale
4 Hancock Street, Drysdale VIC 3222
Mon–Fri 9:30am – 4:30pm
Sat 9:30am – 3:00pm
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