Christmas Gift Guide
A gift guide for the 2020 Christmas Shopper! For the plant lovers in your life to the pet parents, we have it all.
Somehow Christmas has come round quickly…. Or slowly… we aren’t too sure, but it’s safe to say it’s taken us by surprise! It can be hard to think of the upcoming months when our brains are still technically back in March let alone thinking about buying the perfect gifts for your loved one. But do not fret… we are gifting professionals and we are here to help guide you through your gifting journey! We have created a list with ideas from plant lovers, pet parents to even the tech-obsessed! Sit back and relax, we got you!
1. Eco-Conscious
Sustainable gifting is definitely the way forward and loads of people are becoming more aware of their own impact on the environment. Whether you’re the one wanting to make this change or the person your buying for does then we have the perfect gift ideas.
Mecredy Slippers are cosy and fashionable but most importantly are made out of recycled ocean plastic! Available in different colours and sizes you will find the perfect pair - From £35
The rCup travel mug is also a brilliant sustainable gift, that has been made from used paper and coffee cups that has been designed with practical portability in mind! It comes in different colour combinations too. - From £11
See more Eco-conscious gifts here.
2. Pet Parents
We all know that person who loves their pet more than most people. We have the Little Book of Cat and the Little Book of Dog, that will make a lovely gift for this pet lover! Packed full of wonderful quotes and paw-fect facts you simply can’t go wrong. - £5.99 each.
If books aren’t quite what you're looking for then maybe some home décor, the Cat Planter from Sass & Belle will add heaps of character to their plants! in a super sweet feline-inspired design they will add fun and calmness to any room they are places in. - From £4.50
The Felt So Good decorations are a lovely gift people can bring out every year. The Festive Dog decoration has been handmade using traditional needle felting methods.- From £7
See more Cat Gifts here & more Dog Gifts here.
3. Kids Gifts
Whether your buying for a newborn or a more grown-up child (sometimes even adults) then Jellycat is always the way forward! With an incredible range to pick from most Jellycat are suitable from birth and will bring so much joy! – From £11
We say kids but This brilliant Create your Own Snappy Shark Head from Clockwork Soldier is a fun project for anyone ranging from the ages 7 - 107! - from £10
See more gifts for Kids here.
4. Vegan Gifts
Buying gifts for your favourite vegan doesn’t have to be tricky! The Vegan Fakeaway cookbook is full of brilliant recipes that deliver easy, vegan takeaways for whenever the craving strikes. Minimal effort with maximum flavour, what is not to love - £15
The Wxy candles are a vegan, paraben-free scented candle, that have been hand-poured in the UK. With a 'Cleaner, Better, Fairer' mantra, Wxy candles come in beautiful concrete contains that not only smell amazing but look amazing - £22
See more Vegan gifts here.
5. Little Thank You's
The little thank you’s are a lovely way to show people just how much you appreciate them and what they do, whether this is your postie, building caretaker or your child’s teacher, you just can't go wrong with comforts.
Tonys Chocolonely is a range of delightful delicious chocolate with wonderful flavour creations of white raspberry popping candy bars to pretzel toffee bars, including festive favourites! Tony's Chocolonely is just another great reason to enjoy chocolate. - £4.50
Thought socks are perfect for someone who is always on their feet Made from bamboo and organic cotton, these socks make big steps towards sustainability thanks to their planet-friendly fabric that keeps toes comfy and cosy all year round. With many patterns and designs, there’s a sock for everyone! - £7
See more Chocolate & Sweets here, see more Socks here.
6. Outdoors-y Type
If you know someone who thrives from the outdoors then some good weatherproofing gifts will only go down a treat. Rains is a contemporary Danish design brand famous for well-priced jackets, bags and backpacks and lifestyle accessories for men and women of all ages. Uncompromised quality, simplicity and practicality make Rains apparel the ultimate choice for the stormiest of days – Jackets from £75 and bags from £25.
The Urban Rambles: 20 Glorious Walks Through English Cities is an ideal guide for whether you're a city-dweller who wants to explore your home turf, or a country walker in search of something different, you can get out and explore your nearest English city on foot with these 20 urban walks - £16.99
See more Rains here, see more Travel & City Guides here.
7. Self-Care Gifts
Its been a long few months and we all know someone who deserves a bit of TLC why not help them kick start their self-care routine with a wonderfully soothing and calming mask from Jiinju. With different benefits and designs, they make a lovely present – from £3.00
The Everyday Self-care book is a brilliant way find ways to improve your health, happiness and wellbeing. The lovely illustrated guide isn't about an overnight transformation - it's about implementing small everyday changes that will improve your physical and emotional wellbeing. - £7.99
Utility candle in Black Oud is a lovely warming fragrance that will perfume your home with a beautiful soothing fresh scent. The beautiful apothecary amber jar looks instantly at home in any interior, great to sit back and relax with - £15
See more Beauty & Bathing here, see more Home Fragrance here.
8. Gadget Lovers
If you are wanting to impress a gadget lover then Lexon Mino Bluetooth speaker will do just that! A tiny speaker that packs a large punch… no seriously it's amazing! With Bluetooth technology, link it up to your phone or mp3 player to hear your music straight away. With a microphone and selfie remote, it's the perfect compact and portable tech accessory for anyone. Available in multiple colours its definitely a contender - £30
You can't go wrong with phone accessories! The Phone disco light will always bring the party, this makes a brilliant stocking filler for a gadget/ music lover, simply just plug the light into your phone and it lights up to the rhythm of your tunes! - £10
See more Smart Phone & Tablet Accessories here.
9. Foodies
For foodies, you can’t go wrong with a good recipe book. The ever so popular Mowgli has a fantastic cookbook, filled with unique recipes and stories from their restaurants! - £25.00
If a recipe book isn’t quite what your looking for then The Foodie Breaks book will have everyone planning their next adventure based on the food in the area! – £9.99
Now if you're just looking for a bit of a stocking filler the Toasty Tongs are a thing you never knew you needed. A brilliant and safe way to get a grip of your toast! -£8.50
See more Food & Drink gifts here.
10. Fashion Gifts
If you know someone who prides themselves on their fashion, and their shoes, you simply can’t go wrong with the Shoe shame – lose the dirt kit. It’s the perfect gift set for your trainer obsessed friends and family that include the exact products to keep your shoes box fresh. - £18
Liverpool based Aloë earrings are a beautiful handmade product and no two are ever the same. From everyday wears to bold statements, there is a pair of Aloë Earrings for everyone! From - £10
See more Lifestyle gifts here.
11. Stationery Gifts
Whether you know someone who is into their serious stationery or love a cute notebook, we have it all! The Leuchtturm1917 A5 Ruled Notebook in is a timeless and elegant notebook perfect for getting organised. A premium quality journal that is suitable for a range of uses - From £16.95
The limited-edition Paul Smith x Caran d’Ache 849 pens, make a beautiful gift. Presented in a slim, padded coral pink metal case, this Switzerland-made pen features a strong aluminium hexagonal body and a flexible clip; it is comfortable and lightweight in the hand. – Available in different colours - £35
This lovely Happiness Planner is all things positive vibes! Full of colour and fun, this notebook is perfect to write down your thoughts, memories or to make notes. - £6.00
See more Stationery gifts here.
12. Plant Obsessed
It's almost hard now not to know someone who has some form of 'indoor jungle' so why not get them something they will love!
Sass & Belle plant pots are full of character and will bring a smile to your plant-loving friend! A character or design to suit almost anyone- from £4.50
If you know someone just starting out on creating a tranquil garden oasis in their own home, then Happy Houseplants book is a great place to start. With simple instructions, lush illustrations, and advice to keep your plants thriving - £10.99
See more Plant Pots & Accessories here.
13. Person Who Has Everything
Where do you even start with a person who has everything! Well we can guarantee that they won't have had Gin Mayo – a combination of the two greatest things! Created out of pure love for seafood and gin, this mayo was founded in a seafood restaurant and bar in Amsterdam, this surprisingly tasty mayo Ideal for burgers, pizza, French fries, seafood, and many more to explore! - £4.50
Even the person who has everything will lose their keys time from time… well never again! They can now brighten up their set of keys with this genuine leather keyring featuring a fun foil embossed boobs or willy design. - £6.50
If neither of those will do then you can pick up a ceramic miniature of Liverpool's iconic statue The lovable Superlambabana in yellow. - £35
See more Quirky gifts here.
14. 2020 Inspired
The new normal is what has swept the world this year and we now have some gifts that reflected that! Hand soap doesn’t by any means need to be boring! We have a brilliant range from The Gift Label, with colourful and uplifting labels. The 100% Vegan hand soaps, beautifully nourish your hands and leave them smelling like like kumquat & bourbon vanilla. Smells good looks good - £12.50
We do Lockdown is a hilarious book from Dung Beetle books. The razor-sharp satire of lockdown life is packed full of parodies of vintage illustrations – £8.99
Puzzles are the new going out! We have a brilliant selection of puzzles ideal for anyone of any age, why not mix a classic Christmas trend with the trend of the year! From £11.99
See more Staying Safe gifts here.
15. Christmas Games
Last but not least! Christmas games are a must, you may be buying games for others or keeping them for the family for the big day! Then Herd Mentality is a moo-velously brilliant party game for the whole family! A fun game that has you trying to think like the herd and win cows but if you stray you will be burdened with the Pink Cow (you don't want that will be sure to be a crowd-pleaser - £20
A classic Christmas puzzle will defiantly not go amiss, this beautiful Main Street Village 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle will provide hours of festive entertainment - £14.99
See more Games & Puzzles here.
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