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Let us help guide you - by the stars!
All of these gift ideas are available online and are from Canadian small businesses. (#NotAmazon #ShopLocal) Of course that includes Sparkplug!
Click on the STAR SIGN and see where it takes you:
♒️.Aquarius. ♓️.Pisces. ♈️.Aries. ♉.Taurus. ♊️.Gemini. ♋️.Cancer. ♌️.Leo. ♍️.Virgo. ♎️.Libra. ♏️.Scorpio. ♐️.Sagittarius. ♑️.Capricorn.
June 22 - July 22
♋ Best Gifts for Cancer (Crab)
Comfort seeking Cancerean coffee lovers can’t be crabby while enjoying COLD BREW!
Our Cold Brew Coffee Filter is made in Toronto and comes with a bag of your pick of Sparkplug Coffee. Sweet!
FAMOUS CANCEREANS: Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande, Elon Musk, Pamela Anderson, Tom Cruise and Tom Hanks
Give them a Reusable Cotton COLD BREW COFFEE MAKER
Summer birthdays and Canada Day long weekends are awesome! And a Sparkplug Coffee DIY COLD BREW kit makes them even better!
Our HANDMADE reusable cold brew filters are made for us from 100% cotton by our neighbours in the Regent Park Sewing Circle. AND we include a 200g bag of Sparkplug Coffee plus FREE standard shipping anywhere in Canada. Your Cancer homebody friend will LOVE this DIY gift!
WEDDING SEASON AHEAD!
It’s also wedding season, this unique and useful combo could pair quite nicely with the above mentioned gift of coffee delivered for a year. Memorable, thoughtful and delicious gifts go a long way!
But wait… there’s MORE!
We also have re-useable filters for …
Pour over cone filter in #2, #4 and #6 sizes
Hario V60 style (02 or one-cup size)
Chemex filters, too!
Every one comes with your choice of a Sparkplug COFFEEE!!!!!
July 23 - August 22
♌ Best Gifts for Leo (Lion)
Leos LOVE the limelight, but mostly you’ll be happy to let them take centre-stage because they work hard for it. The PERFECT summer picnic gift for your lovely loyal lion - BYOB - Bring Your Own Blanket.
FAMOUS LEOS: Kylie Jenner, Elizabeth Moss, Barack Obama, and Madonna are all Leos.
Haversack blanket rolls are available with a blanket, or without (leather straps only). #ShopLocal #SupportWomenInBusiness
Haversack’s Leather Blanket Rolls
Handmade by Natalie, (the person behind Haversack,) of water buffalo hide and solid brass hardware, these Blanket Rolls are listed in Haversack’s ‘Motorcycle Gear’ section of their website, but I think would work equally well on a bicycle or for taking to the park, beach or cottage.
August 23 - September 22
♍ Best Gift for Virgo (Virgin)
Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life.
FAMOUS VIRGOS: Prince Harry, Beyoncé, Keanu Reeves, Michael Jackson, and Warren Buffett are all Virgos.
TWO different options (Classic or Super Custom) + EACH 4x PACK INCLUDES 4 X 125G BAGS of coffee + SHIPPING IS FREE!
A Sparkplug Coffee TASTER PACK is the perfect way to heLp them find their coffee sweet-spot!
Methodical, committed, perfectionists, and hard workers, Virgos make excellent teachers, healers, editors, and musicians. Virgos love a puzzle, and like working on behind-the-scenes tasks that make life run more smoothly for everyone.
This gift is also great for #BackToSchool encouragement!
September 23 - October 23
♎ Best Gift for Libra (Balance)
According to our VERY scientific research… Libras, like the scales that symbolize the sign, are often concerned with attaining balance, harmony, peace, and justice in the world. So, we think the PERFECT gift for these autumnal babies is a treat that goes OFF-SCREEN and supports independent artists.
FAMOUS LIBRAS: Kim Kardashian, Bruno Mars, Simon Cowell, Snoop Dogg and Gwen Stefani.
photoED magazine
Photography in a brand new light.
Delivered in print 3x/ year this is a high-quality print publication for anyone that appreciates the art of photography. It’s not techy or aimed at camera nerds - it is pure gorgeous editorial content aimed at sharing amazing, diverse, photographers stories. Send someone a subscription (and sign up for yourself, too!)
October 24 - November 21
♏ Best Gift for Scorpio (Scorpion)
Elusive and mysterious, your Scorpio giftee will find their bliss in Sparkplug Coffee + AEROPRESS
FAMOUS SCORPIOS: Julia Roberts, Whoopi Goldberg, Drake, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Katy Perry
And, of course, when you buy an Aeropress from Sparkplug, we INCLUDE a 125g bag of coffee & free standard shipping in Canada. Sweet!
November 22 - December 21
♐ Best Gift for Sagittarius (Archer)
Your smart, assertive, and compassionate Sagittarius pals may even insist on sharing these treats with you!
As the weather cools, foodie treats are the way to warm Sagittarian hearts.
FAMOUS SAGITTARIANS: Winston Churchill, Tina Turner, Scarlett Johansson, Lucy Liu, and Tyra Banks. Plus Sparkplug founder, Kara!
Gifts of Goodness from Canadian Women in Food
We are in LOVE with the GIFTS OF GOODNESS box by Canadian Women In Food. Each box tells a story, and is filled with fabulous foodie unique finds. AND 10% of proceeds from every box purchased supports a designated charitable partner. Feel GREAT about sending someone you love this gift!
December 22 - January 19
♑ Best Gifts for Capricorn (Goat)
Christmas, New Year’s, Elvis’ birthday - SO much to celebrate in December - January!
FAMOUS CAPRICORNS: Martin Luther King Jr., David Bowie, Michelle Obama, Dolly Parton, Jeff Bezos, and of course, the King of Rock n’ Roll - ELVIS!
With soooo much gifting this time of year - you need something awesome. We have MERCH for that! Stylish AND functional 🩷 Perfect for home or on the go!
January 20 - February 18
♒ Best Gifts for Aquarius (Water Bearer)
Aquarians are known to be adventurous free spirits. Give your Aquarian (or VALENTINES DAY sweetie) fabulous spice blends from The Gorgeous Spice Co.
Every meal will start with fun in the kitchen and end with amazement at the table, and life will be a little more Gorgeous!
FAMOUS AQUARIANS: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. John Travolta, Neil Diamond, Elijah Wood, Tom Selleck, and my brother Jeff.
Don’t tell my cousin, but he’s getting a gift membership to the Gorgeous Spice Club for his birthday. He’s a great cook and I know he’ll love this! Plus I’ll get to sample when I visit.
February 19 - March 20
♓ Best Gifts for Pisces (Fish)
Your sensitive + romantic Pisces pal can choose their favourite coffee and accessories from our online store. With a virtual Gift Card, you can share the coffee love for birthdays, holidays and and any occasion. No guessing about coffee style or grind - let them pick exactly what they want.
FAMOUS PISCEANS: Rihanna, Sidney Poitier, Harry Belafonte, and Jon Bon Jovi
Available in $25., $50., and $100. amounts for you and your giftee to shop online from the cosiness of home!
March 21 - April 19
♈ Best Gift for Aries (Ram)
For the ambitious, honest and organised Aries, in your life, we suggest, Harmon's (non-alc) craft beer
FAMOUS ARIES: Elton John, Sarah Jessica Parker, Lady Gaga, Paul Rudd, and Pharrell Williams.
We love this OLD-SCHOOL CRAFT BREW from some of the folks behind Mill St. Brewery.
In 2021, Harmon's began it’s mission to brew the most delicious non-alcoholic craft beer you’ve ever tasted. They don't use fancy equipment or special technology to remove the alcohol after fermentation - just a clever (and sustainable) recipe design and attention to detail. As they say, “We believe that great beer needs the best quality ingredients, regardless of the alcohol content, otherwise it’s not worth drinking.”
April 20 - May 20
♉ Best Gifts for Taurus (Bull)
We know Taurus enjoys relaxing in serene environments surrounded by soothing aromas, and succulent flavours. This gift is PERFECT - they don’t even have to leave their house, and they will LOVE that gorgeous fresh coffee smell - daily.
FAMOUS TAURUS’: Queen Elizabeth, Lizzo, Michelle Pfeiffer, David Beckham, and Adele (the singer, not my sister-in-law)
Grab the Bull by the horns and give the GIFT OF A COFFEE SUBSCRIPTION
Even your mailbox will smell amazing!
Every month your giftee will THANK YOU! For a few months, up to a year, your gift will make an impact that won’t be forgotten! We'll include a note with every shipment letting them know it's a gift from you.
Other MAY celebrations this gift would pair perfectly with…
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY + MOTHER’S DAY!
They’ll LOVE knowing you care all-year-round….
May 21 - June 21
♊ Best Gifts for Gemini (Twins)
Playful and intellectually curious, Geminis are like a double shot of espresso, constantly buzzing with energy. Conversations with them can be like a rollercoaster ride, with twists, turns, and unexpected drops of knowledge that leave you breathless. They love variety and change their coffee preferences like lactose-intolerant hipsters chasing non-dairy options. One day it's almond milk, the next it's oat milk, and before you know it, they've moved on to coconut milk with a sprinkle of unicorn dust.
For your spontaneous and playful Gemini, we suggest a gift of coffee beans drenched in dark milk chocolate.
FAMOUS GEMINI: Twins Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen, Alanis Morissette, Michael Cera, Morgan Freeman, Prince, and Awkwafina.
A delicious treat that makes a great gift
In addition to GEMINI birthdays, this time of year is when we think about gifts for Dads & Grads
Father's Day is the 3rd Sunday in June. Get a dad something he’ll love - coffee! Go with GLOBETROTTER, our popular dark roast coffee that was named for Kara’s dad.
Convocation Season - those awesome GRADS need caffeine to fuel their job search, amirite?!
Delicious dark roast coffee!
We have a great gift idea for you, too!
With all this thoughful-ness on YOUR part, we think you should treat yourself to the best coffee gift! Membership in the Autopilot Coffee Club - our pay-as-you-go, totally personalized coffee subscription.
Pick your coffee (including our special edition features!)
Personalize your membership
We roast, blend & deliver on your scheduleYou drink & repeat!