Christmas is the season of treats and gifting. Shopping small not only gifts to those you love but also gives a huge boost to the small business you buy from as well.
When you run a small business you so often come across other incredible small businesses and because I love to share I’m including some of my new favourites in this years Small Business Christmas Gift Guide
Gifts for those who love to curl up at home
Presents for friends who will always pick a night in over a night out. The perfect additions to any evening on the sofa or a cosy weekend slowing down
Boushka Candle Co – Dear Universe Candle
£34.95
With citrus and spice notes, this candle uses essential oils to help set your vision for the future and let the universe know what it is you truly desire
Yogipod – Fretwork Scatter Cushion
£20
You can never have too many cushions, especially ones that are handmade. The perfect accompaniment to an evening curled up on the sofa
The Sunshine Bindery – Deep Breath, Calm Mind Ceramic Mug
£12.95
Created from designers Mell’s gorgeous artwork this mug is the perfect morning reminder to let your breath work it’s magic
St Palo – Wood Burner
£36.99
More commonly used by just lighting the tip, this clever invention uses palo santo in a different way. The simple yet attractive design allows the wood to heat slowly without lighting, causing the natural saps and oils to diffuse into the air creating a pure and long lasting aroma for the senses
Gifts for those who are never out of the yoga studio
Have a friend who seems to always be at the yoga studio? Buy them a present this year that helps them truly to connect to their practice and themselves
Willow Yoga – Tropicana Yoga Towel
£18
If they’re into hot yoga, or love a dynamic flow, then a yoga towel makes the perfect present. Featuring founder Amy’s hand drawn prints, all of Willow Yoga’s options are gorgeous
Mono & Lena – Hana Incense Holder
£17
Not all incense holders are gorgeous but this one from Mono & Lena is a really pleasing shape and will look great on a shelf as an ornament. Hand cast from jesmonite it will hold incense sticks, thin candles or even a tiny bunch of flowers
Yogipod – Filigree Flower Meditation Cushion
£45
More portable than a yoga bolster, a meditation cushion is not just for sitting on for meditation. Use in any seated yoga postures, to support pigeon pose or even as a pillow in savasana. The perfect gift to accompany someone to a yoga class
Yogi Bare – Lunar Paws Yoga Mat
£74.95
You don’t need a yoga mat to practice yoga but a nice one really does help. One of the best on the market, the Lunar Paws includes cute moon phase patterns and every sale donates to ocean conservation charity Sea Shepherd. Use code YOGIPOD10 for 10% off
Gifts for those who love to do things
Not everyone unwinds by being still, some of us love to give our hands something to do. Sound familiar? Well this selection of small business presents are for that friend who always has a project on the go
Bloom Puzzles – Into the Wild Jigsaw
£29.50
Who doesn’t love an afternoon with a jigsaw and a cuppa? Bloom Puzzles bring the world of art and puzzles together with UK made gorgeous jigsaws featuring art from UK based artists
Boo Chi Kombucha – Letterbox Kit
£35
Know someone who would love to learn how to make their own kombucha? Put together by small business Boo Chi this could be the perfect present. Containing everything you need, apart from a couple of old jars, they’ll be brewing kombucha in no time
Ink & Flow – Luxury Beginner Modern Calligraphy Starter Kit
£60
Containing everything you need to learn how to create the most beautiful calligraphy. Founder Kirstie teaches you all the basics in this home kit with worksheets, a selection of nibs and ink to practice with. You’ll be getting a gorgeous thank you note from whoever you treat to this!
Madaher – Beatrice Embroidery Kit
£45
If the person you are buying for was a 80s/90s child then it is likely they had a foray into cross stitch when younger. Madaher’s kits are like a more grown up version of just that. Introducing more stitches than the ubiquitous cross to create a gorgeous piece at the end of the hopefully calming process of embroidery
Gifts for those looking to get comfy
We may be able to go places now but that doesn’t mean that our love of all things comfy has disappeared. Treat your loved one to an item that feels like a hug when the pop it on while also gifting a smile to those who made it
Slow South – On the Road Sweater
£40
Made from organic cotton and recycled polyester every On The Road Sweater is printed to order, minimising waste and deadstock. Hand screen printed by Christie in the South West, this will be a welcome addition to anyone’s comfies drawer
Yogipod – Inhale Exhale Tee
£28
Sometimes we just need a reminder to breathe and that’s what this tee will do. Perfect for someone who loves their yoga practice this cosy organic cotton tee has been hand screen printed with reminder to find the breath
Origin – Ink Grey Joggers
£59.75
Not only have Origin created the softest joggers but they are also a social impact business, donating 100% of profits to social impact projects. We love a gift that gives to as many as possible and through these joggers your recipient will be super cosy while knowing their new joggers have made the world a better place
Denim & Bone – High on Life Tee
£40
One for those who dream of adventures. Denim & Bone is the brand for bohemian adventurer style and their High on Life tee is a great way of bringing a dose of that to the sofa. Cropped and oversized, it was made for days on the sofa watching movies that inspire wanderlust
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