I love browsing through gift shops, although, I’m always a little tense that my 2-year-old will pull everything, and I mean everything, down. I’ve found out how I can have my cake AND eat it too. This indulgence comes in the form of an outing sure to please every member of the family.
Toowoomba is a family-friendly town situated about one and a half hours from Brisbane, Queensland. Below are three great family friendly facilities, all within 1 kilometre of eachother, equiped with play areas and gift shops; the best of both worlds.
10522 New England Hightway, Highfields QLD 4352
Phone: 07 4696 8633
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Gottabee Country
primitive and rustic treasures . cushion and soft furnishings . country furniture . old wares & treasures . painted timber-wares . birdhouses . country collections
Phone: 07 4696 8633
Website: www.gottabeecountry.com.au
Marzy’s Coffee Shop
homemade cakes . cookies . burgers . pies . coffee . ice cream
Phone: 07 4615 4600
Hollyhocks House & Crafts
buttons . fabric . braids . belts . shoes . jewellery . bags . fashionable clothing
My note: Stunning collection of unique braids and buttons. The range of clothes and shoes were interesting, beautiful and surprisingly affordable.
Website: www.hollyhockhouseandcrafts.com.au
Simple Things Small Joys
fashion by hand
My note: This shop took my breath away with it’s stunning simplicity. Everything was black or white with the occasional splash of red. Check out their blog for more about their products.
Phone: 0429 934 315
Website: www.simplethingssmalljoys.blogspot.com
milk Giftware
mens . infants . ladies . kids
My note: What a beautiful range of gifts for every member of the family! And look at the cute bags you get with your purchase!
Phone: 07 4615 4111
Lilly Scents
oil burners . car fresheners . melts . votives
My note: Greeted by friendly staff and glorious scents. I’ll be shopping there when my candles run out.
Phone: 07 4615 4300
Vintage Primrose
gifts . vintage . clothes . bags
My note: My daughter and I had a beautiful time in this glorious shop. The oooos and ahhhs coming from my four-year-old put a smile on many faces. The products look expensive, however, the prices are extremely reasonable. I picked up a top and expected it to be at least $100 and it was only $35. I bought it 
Phone: 07 4638 2304
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10476 New England Highway, Highfields QLD 4352
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fudge ‘n’ stuff
homemade fudge . gifts . confectionery . gourmet chocolates
Ph: 07 4698 7377
Raggedy Anne’s Country Treasures
Ph: 07 4615 4668
La Maison Lumière
unique gifts . lighting . homewares
My Note: Stunning shop, friendly staff and, the best thing of all, it has a ‘husbands seat’.
Phone: 07 4615 5777
Website: www.lamaisonlumiere.com.au
10475 New England Highway, Highfields QLD 4352
Phone: 07 4630 8729
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The Chocolate Cottage
atmosphere . gifts . food . coffee . handmade chocolate
My note: Relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere. The food was stunning. There was no doubt it was fresh and made with the finest ingredients. The service was quick and friendly. The coffee was nice (a little bitter) and the chocolate: amazing!
Phone: 07 4630 8729
Herbal Harmonies
Phone: 07 4698 7755
Website: www.herbalharmonies.com.au
Highfields Framing & Gifts
photographs . needlework . oils . watercolours . prints . mirrors . memorabilia
My note: An interesting range of artwork here. I enjoyed browsing.
Phone: 07 4698 7922
The Quilters Angel
fabrics classes . patterns . kits . giftware
My note: Unique range of material and handmade gifts.
Phone: 07 4630 8062
Website: www.quiltersangel.com.au
Scrapbook Obsessions
scrapbooking materials . gifts
My note: Extensive range of Willow Tree figurines.
Phone: 07 4698 7366
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Have a simply delightful family day out.
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I have a cousin at Highfields… I’ll have to book in a visit and…
If you do, we should try and catch up IRL!
Thanks for the suggestions… I live in Toowoomba and didn’t know of any bar the choc. cottage
will have to check the other out to
Just thought of another to add to the list…. Danish Flower Art… not sure the address but just out past highfields. There is a playground and coffee shop there as well and the Danish Flower Art shop sells beads and crafty things and also runs classes on how to make beaded jewelry.
Thanks Amanda. I love it there too. I have a special post about that one coming up. xx
It’s my favorite place in Toowoomba. Dangerous with all that chocolate though…yum…
Kelly!
Maybe I missed reading this post of treasures? Surely not…!
Can’t wait to do a trip up to ‘Woomba again soon and I might suggest we stop in at a few of these beauties along the way
xo
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