When it comes to festive gifting, the message is very clear – shop small, shop local, and most importantly, shop early if you can. Whilst getting into the festive spirit will undoubtedly be a little tricky this year, that desire for closeness, warmth and connection will be stronger than ever. For this reason, we thought we would share our Small Business Gift Guide a little earlier – here’s our pick from lots of lovely indie stores consisting of little treats we’ll be picking up, what we’re gifting our loved ones or hope to find under the Christmas tree. There’s homewares, fashion & beauty, books, games and gifts for the little ones too. Time to have a browse, pick up something for a friend (or yourself!) and follow these gorgeous local businesses. Enjoy.
Sunday Living for dreamy decorations and trinketsBee’s Blankets for lovely chunky blankets and homewares, handmade in South WalesByrd Crescent for hand-embroidered home decorationsFairholme Studio to create a dramatic, festive tablescape Pilgrim Kitchen for delicious treats which say ‘I’m thinking of you!’Cartref a Gardd’s Welsh Rain & White Musk Candle for any friends or relatives who can’t make it to Wales this ChristmasGrain & Knot for gorgeous kitchen utensils made from reclaimed timber
Box 42, a subscription box with activities, snacks and drinks from independent brands for a fuss-free date night at home
For the little ones, we love a magazine subscription such as Scoop
This year, more than ever, we will be looking to support independent bookstores perhaps picking up a copy of The Girls, written by Lauren Ace and illustrated by Jennie LΓΈvlie.
Also on our list for the littles, are these personalised plates from Colorfull Plates
What’s on your Christmas-list this year? Share your favourites with us! We wish you a wonderful festive season.
