If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas this year, here’s a little guide we’ve put together of gifts sourced from small and local companies.
It’s been a tough year to navigate on all fronts. From a retail perspective, being a small business owner, it’s been a challenging time. There are so many small businesses out there struggling to keep going. If you’re on the hunt for gifts, here’s a thoughtful collection of gifts, made or sold from small businesses in and around my local area. There’s a few of our own thrown in the mix too!
Hopefully there’s something thoughtful here that you could buy for that special someone!
Happy shopping!
UNIQUE A5 SIZE CHARITY CHRISTMAS CARDS
William’s Fund raise money for Childhood Cancer in Oxford, we have our own researchers dedicated to improving Cancer treatment for children, in memory of William. William’s Fund have no paid employees.
These beautiful cards are from original designs by Elizabeth Cox, William’s Grandmother. Mixed packs of 25 (£13) or 50 (£18). ALL proceeds go to the research. Remember to look for the hidden mice!
Order from: williamsfund.co.uk
From £13
MAKE YOUR OWN CHRISTMAS WREATH
Decorate your front door this Christmas with your own handmade festive wreath. This kit comes delivered to your home, with everything needed to make a wreath using real greenery, artificial berries, pine cones and an easy to follow tutorial.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 15% discount on all orders.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
£20
ACTS OF KINDNESS ADVENT CALENDAR CRAFT KIT
Get creative at home with everything you need to make and decorate your own paper envelope advent calendar. Fill your handmade envelopes with included acts of kindness ideas for you to spread a little festive cheer to your loved ones and the community. Great to make with or without kids.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 15% discount on all orders.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
£16
PERSONALISED DECORATIONS
Ceramic Christmas decorations with satin red ribbon in a Snowman, Robin or Reindeer design. Each are personalised with an option of three messages ‘With love at Christmas’, ‘My first Christmas’ and ‘Happy Christmas’ and a name of your choice. To place an order please go to the ‘contact us’ form on the website.
Order from: littleprintskeepsakes.com/shop
£8.50
ADVENT CALENDAR BUNTING
Decorate your home with this rustic handmade advent bunting, made with individual pockets in each flag, to fill with your own treats of your choice. Start a new tradition in your home and reuse it each Christmas.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 15% discount on all orders.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
£25
CHRISTMAS ELF HUTS
Add a little sparkle to your home with our Elf huts. These handmade homes are installed with a solar light and come in a choice of two colours red and green. To order either visit my Etsy store, email enchantedgardendesigns@hotmail.com or check out my Facebook page facebook.com/enchantedgardendesigns/
Order from: etsy.com/uk/shop/magicalgardendesigns
£19.99
CHILDREN’S HAND & FOOTPRINT KEEPSAKES
A range of ceramic tiles and coasters in a variety of shapes and sizes that feature your little
one’s hand or foot prints and name or custom personalisation. When ordered an ‘inkless hand and foot print kit’ will be sent directly to you with full instructions on how to take your prints. Once they are completed they can then be scanned and emailed back or returned in the envelope provided to Little Prints HQ. Upon receipt, the prints will be transformed into your keepsake and will then be posted to you within 2 weeks.
Order from: littleprintskeepsakes.com/shop
FROM £15.50
PET PAW PRINT KEEPSAKES
A range of ceramic tiles, coasters and hanging ornaments that feature your pet’s paw print and name or custom personalisation. When ordered an ‘inkless paw print kit’ will be sent directly to you with full instructions on how to take your prints. Once completed they can then be scanned and emailed back or returned in the envelope provided to Little Prints HQ. Upon receipt, the prints will be transformed into your keepsake and will then be posted to you within 2 weeks
Order from: littleprintskeepsakes.com/shop
FROM £15
HOME PAMPER HAMPER
Treat your home (and yourself) with our Home Pamper Hamper! This contains our gorgeous essentials to make your home smell and feel like the festive season, all presented in a reusable wood-effect gift box. Contents: Orange and Cinnamon Reed Diffuser (150ml), Warm Honeysuckle Candle (250g), Vanilla Small Room or
Car Freshener, Orange & Nutmeg Hand Sanitiser (100ml). Bespoke Hampers also available on our website
Order from: beginagainshop.co.uk
£40
LIGHT UP LED STAR
Battery operated, allowing you to hang or lean this star anywhere in your home. Available in two sizes 41cm and 73cm
Order from: ottiliehomeandgifts.co.uk
From £14
MACRAME PLANT HANGER KIT
A gift offering any plant lover the chance to discover the art of macrame and create their own hanging garden. This kit comes with enough cotton cord to make and display two pot plants or terrariums.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 15% discount on all orders.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
£14
HOME FRAGRANCE, BATH & BODY
Luxury plant based soy wax candles and reed diffusers for the home and beautiful essential oil bath and body products for that extra treat we all deserve – the perfect gift this Christmas.
Order from: huntersmooncandles.com
From £16-40
CUSTOM PORTRAITS
Unique and contemporary personalised portraits from a highly skilled local artist. Emily paints families, individuals, couples, children and pets from either photographs or sittings. A variety of sizes and options available, including oil paintings, watercolour, ink, charcoal and pencil. Order soon, to secure your slot: ratherniceartist@gmail.com
Discount available for NHS workers.
Order from: etsy.com/uk/shop/RatherNiceArt
From £30
CHILDREN’S FAIRY OR ELF CHRISTMAS WREATH KITS
Children can choose either a fairy or
Elf design wreath kit for them to design at home. These come with a wide range of artificial Christmas decorations, lights, colouring door kit, and glue pen. To order either visit my Etsy store, email enchantedgardendesigns@hotmail.com or check out my Facebook page facebook.com/enchantedgardendesigns/
Order from: etsy.com/uk/shop/magicalgardendesigns
£16.99
HAND WARMER CRAFT KIT
This cosy craft kit includes everything you need to make a pair of microwavable, reusable pocket hand warmers. This stocking filler gift idea comes in two colours and makes a thoughtful winter treat for loved ones.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 15% discount on all orders.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
£9
BLOCK PRINTING CRAFT KIT
The perfect gift for a creative friend. This letterbox friendly kit comes with everything they’ll need to decorate a tote bag, tea towel, or drawstring bag, using fair trade wooden block print stamps and fabric paint.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 15% discount on all orders.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
From £15
DAWS HILL ENGLISH QUALITY SPARKLING WINE
Award winning English sparkling wine grown and made in Radnage, Buckinghamshie. Sparkling white and rose wines and Sparkling cider. Either order online or email info@dawshillvineyard.co.uk
Order from: dawshillvineyard.co.uk
£15 SPARKLING CIDER
£25 SPARKLING WINES
OLD-FASHIONED SWEETS
The best, freshest sweets in the world, but tasting is believing. Providing old-fashioned excellent customer service and value for money. Our business motto is to put a smile on everyone’s face, one face at a time. We post out sweets envelopes all over England, Scotland and Wales.
Order from: sweetsforall.uk
From £1.50-£40
MILK & DARK CHOCOLATE NUTS
Brazilnuts, hazelnuts, cashews, peanuts and raisins
Order from: sweetsforall.uk
From £5
AFTERNOON TEA TO GO
Staying in is the new going out so enjoy Afternoon Tea in the comfort of your own home or garden with those nearest and dearest to you. Available as a christmas gift voucher or a treat at home for the holiday season.
Order either online, by email orders@thekitchencroxley.com or by giving us a ring 01923 805 896.
Order from: thekitchencroxley.co.uk
From £20 per person
PERSONALISED BROWNIE SLAB
If you can’t be with your loved ones why not send them a special sweet treat, a brownie slab with a personalised greeting.
Order either online, by email orders@thekitchencroxley.com or by giving us a ring 01923 805 896.
Order from: thekitchencroxley.co.uk
From £25
DELUXE HOT CHOCOLATE GIFT HAMPER
A gorgeous gift for all the family with delicious hot chocolate, mini marshmallows and much more.
Order from: usmaashampersandgifts.co.uk
£32.95
PICK N MIX HAMPER
A delicious mix of some of our most popular pick n mix sweets beautifully packaged in a wicker hamper.
Order from: usmaashampersandgifts.co.uk
£27.95
FESTIVE CHOCOLATE CONES
Irresistible and moreish chocolate cones make the perfect stocking filler.
Order from: usmaashampersandgifts.co.uk
From £2.50
REUSABLE FESTIVE FACE MASKS
Stay safe this season with these festive themed face masks, available in kids and adult sizes.
Order from: idohandmade.co.uk/shop
£8
LIGHT REFLECTING JEWELLERY & HOME DECORATIONS
Colourful, light reflecting jewellery and home decorations. Lots of different sizes and 24 different colours – all handmade in Sarratt, to make you smile!
Order from: glowbeads.co.uk
From £7
ANTIQUE 5 STONE DIAMOND RING
Why not add a sprinkle of sparkle to your Christmas this year? At the Heritage Jewellery Co, we have curated a range of beautiful vintage and antique jewellery including necklaces, bracelets, brooches, cufflinks and rings such as these fabulous five stone diamond rings.
Order from: heritagejewelleryco.com
From £150
ANTIQUE GOLD PHOTO LOCKET
If you’re looking for a unique and thoughtful gift for a loved one then an individually hand-crafted antique Victorian gold locket with a photograph you’ve chosen could just be the perfect present.
Order from: heritagejewelleryco.com
From £55
BODY PAMPER HAMPER
Our Body Pamper Hamper will provide everything you need to create your own calm with the help of our luxury skincare and a hand-poured aromatherapy candle, all presented in a reusable wood-effect gift box. Contents: Intensive Body Serum Cream (50g), Sleepy & Sensitive Skin Body Serum Cream (50g), Baby & Sensitive Skin Body Serum Cream (50g), pair of cotton gloves and bootees (one size), Orange & Nutmeg Hand Sanitiser (50ml), Serenity aromatherapy candle (250g). Bespoke Hampers also available on our website.
Order from: beginagainshop.co.uk
£40
MASSAGE TREATMENTS
Treat that special someone to a relaxing treatment this Christmas, with a luxurious massage, aromatherapy or healing gift voucher. Vouchers come gift wrapped sure to wow anyone on Christmas Day.
Order from: facebook.com/thehealinghutt
From £25
STAY CONNECTED WITH CLOSER CRYSTALS
Add some sparkle this Christmas. Our ethically sourced range of crystals can be compiled in to your very own tailor-made gift sets. Select a series of stones and link grandparents with grandchildren, husbands and wives, siblings and friends. From tumbles to towers, from points to geodes, from candles to carvings to keyrings, there really is something for everyone! Give us a call or send a WhatsApp to discuss your personal order, and let us help you make it a Christmas to remember. Give a gift that lasts, connecting you with loved ones wherever you are in the world, showing your love, this Christmas and forever.
Order from: closercrystals.com
Tumbles pair £3
Towers from £15
Points from £15
Geodes from £10
Candles from £10
Carvings from £8
PERMANENT MAKEUP & MICROBLADING
Spoil that special person in your life with a gift voucher from Eloquence Permanent Cosmetics. A choice of three bespoke treatments; Hairstroke/ Combination/Ombré Brows, Eyeliner or Lip Blush/Full Colour.
Order from: eloquencepermanentcosmetics.com
From £125
DETOX & RENEW HAIR TREATMENT GIFT SET
Inspired by Ayurveda an all-natural hair care range based on Ayurvedic principles to strengthen hair and restore dry damaged hair back to its former glory.
Use code IDH for an exclusive 20% discount on all items.
Order from: ovviovita.com
£50
PERSONALISED REIKI CRYSTAL POUCHES
A lot of thought has gone into this collection of Crystal Pouches, each one offering love, support and healing to the individual. Each pouch contains six crystals energised with Reiki healing for a friend or family member and offers support for: Anxiety & Stress, Calm & Relaxation, Wealth & Abundance, Communication & Confidence, Concentration & Memory and Travellers. Visit the website to find an array of beautiful crystal gifts and jewellery which can be personalised with a name, brief message and Reiki healing.
From £12.99-£14.99
REIKI HEALING GIFT VOUCHERS
Gift a loved one pure calm, relaxation and healing with a Reiki therapeutic treatment. This gentle Japanese technique is excellent for stress and anxiety, insomnia, headaches, pain, menopause symptoms and much more. Gift vouchers are available for 30 or 60 minute treatments. Visit the website to find out more about how Reiki works.
Order from: crystalclearreiki.biz
£30 FOR 30 MINUTES
£50 FOR 60 MINUTES
Who are we?
I’m Becky, a 30 something mama of two, from West London and I run this creative little business together with my mum Wendy.
When covid landed on our doorstep in 2020, one thing we did to help encourage sales of our craft kits, was create the Shop Small Christmas Gift Catalogue. We posted it out to thousands of homes, advertising gift ideas, all sold from small businesses, including my own, encouraging people to shop small at Christmas.
I loved helping other companies, I wondered about converting our catalogue into an in-person event.
So in summer 2022, we hosted out first ever pop-up market in Westfield shopping centre, encouraging the nation to shop from small businesses. I absolutely loved meeting so many inspiring business owners and helping them increase exposure and sales, it’s made me want to organise more events. It’s naturally turned into a business itself, hosting in person shopping events, helping diversify the high street with products from small businesses.
As a product selling business owner myself selling a range of craft kits, I know full well how hard it can be to generate a regular income and to keep the business going especially with big brands dominating the high street
From my own experience I’ve found if you have a good product, selling in person can be such a beneficial way to get your stock off the shelves and into the hands of your ideal customer. I’m passionate about helping small businesses thrive and the I Do Handmade Pop-Ups will hopefully do exactly that.
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