The Christmas Gift Edit

From luxurious treats and thoughtful gifts to stocking fillers and beyond, there’s something for everyone this festive season in our edit of glorious gifts.


Wax Lyrical

A chic option for any secret Santa, these beeswax pillar candles from Abigail Ahern have a natural honeycomb texture and emit a cosy glow wherever they’re lit. £12, Abigail Ahern

Abigail Ahern Wax Candles
Cora Beeswax Candles – Set of 2, £12.00, Abigail Ahern

Dinner Winner

Practical presents don’t have to be dull and this oven-to-table cast iron cocotte by Staub at Borough Kitchen is guaranteed to delight any keen cook. £245, Borough Kitchen

Borough Kitchen Staub Round Cocotte / Eucalyptus£245.00
Staub Round Cocotte (Eucalyptus), £245.00, Borough Kitchen


Say Cheese

Cheese lovers will agree that no festive feast is complete without some of the smelly stuff. This gift box by Selfridges includes oatcakes, condiments and a flavourful cheddar. £40, Selfridges

 

Cheese Hamper Selfridges
The Cheese and Chutney gift box – 3 items included, £40, Selfridges

 


Vintage Charm

Handmade in India, this soft vintage throw from Punica is the perfect present for lovers of colour and pattern and will brighten up any bed or sofa. £69, Punica

Punica, Vintage Throw
Vintage Kantha Throw, £69, Punica


Weave Ho!

A unique Christmas gift, this textile artwork by Woven Form from Décoraii is made using natural materials including undyed linen, lambswool and loop mohair yarns. £130, Décoraii.

Decoraii - Woven Art
Stone Small III Oak Framed Textile Artwork, £130, Decoraii


A New Leaf

Plant lovers will enjoy this green glass avocado vase by Ilex Studio at The Conran Shop, which helps grow an avocado stone until it’s ready to pot. £52, The Conran Shop

The Conran Shop - Avocado Vase
Avocado Vase in Grass Green, £52, The Conran Shop


Clean & Fresh

A fun stocking filler, Capitano Vitamins Ace toothpaste, available at Cologne & Cotton has been produced in Italy since 1905 using quality ingredients for tooth and gum care. £7, Cologne & Cotton

Cologne and Cotton toothpaste
Capitano Vitamins Toothpaste, £7, Cologne & Cotton


Pot Luck

Decorated by craftspeople using Burleigh‘s unique tissue transfer printing technique, this elegant Regal Peacock teapot will bring a touch of refinement to a Christmas brew. £134, Burleigh

Burleigh
Black Regal Peacock Teapot, £134, Burleigh

 


Super Spritz

Distilled from unique plants native to headlands in Cornwall, Pentive’s non-alcoholic aperitif available at Anthropologie is best served over ice with tonic or soda. £24, Anthropologie

Anthropologie - Apertif
Pentire Coastal Spritz Non-Alcoholic Aperitif, £24, Anthropologie


To The Letter

Marrying unique craftsmanship with thoughtful design, this smart elephant paper knife by Patrick Mavros is forged from sterling silver and makes a luxurious gift.  £820, Patrick Mavros

Patrick Mavros - Letter Opener
Elephant Herd Paperknife In Silver, £820, Patrick Mavros

 


Butter Up

A real treat on Christmas morning, this organic almond nut butter by Nutcessity at Not On The High Street blends toasted coconut, cinnamon, ginger and a just pinch of salt. £6.50, Not On The High Street

Not on the high street - nut butter
Organic Gingerbread Almond Nut Butter, £6.50, Not on the High Street

 


On Stripe

Chic, playful and full of personality, this stripy cushion from Sarah Corbett Winder’s collaboration with Birdie Fortescue would make a great gift for any interiors lover. £90, Birdie Fortescue

Birdie Fortescue Cushion
The Embroidered Stripey Cushion (Green and Blue), £90, Birdie Fortescue


Bake Off 

A lovely present for little ones, this wooden play set from Jabadabado at The White Company includes a mixer, an egg that breaks in two and a pair of cute cakes. £29, The White Company

The White Company - Kids Baking Set
Baking Cookies Set, £29, The White Company

 


Light Fantastic

Completely cord free, this dimmable lamp by Pooky boasts ten hours of light from just one charge, making it a useful gift for readers, sewers and craft lovers too. £168, Pooky

Avalar Rechargeable Table Lamp. in white marble, £168, Pooky


Paws For Thought

Ideal for dog lovers, this kit by Norfolk Natural Living at Heals contains everything for the Christmas Day stomp including a cloth, biodegradable poo bags and shampoo for the post-walk bath. £20, Heals

Heal's Dog Walking Kit
Dog Walking Kit, £20, Heal’s

 


Under Cover

Perfect for cakes, cheeses or any other festive treats, this mouth-blown glass dome by LSA International features a sustainably sourced ash stand and a natural leather toggle. £135, LSA International

LSA Cloche
Ivalo Dome & Ash Base, £135, LSA


Glass Act 

A fun Christmas gift for fans of something fizzy, these champagne coupes by Cox & Cox are guaranteed to bring a sophisticated touch to any festive cocktail. £75, Cox & Cox

Cox&Cox Coupes
Champagne Coupes, £75, Cox & Cox

 


Altered Image

This minimalist image by Lucinda Batchelor Photography is printed on luxurious FSC heavyweight art paper and would make a stylish Christmas gift. £190, Lucinda Batchelor Photography

Chair and Rubber Tree Leaves - Lucinda Batchelor
Chair and Rubber Tree Leaves, £190, Lucinda Batchelor Photography

 


Soap Stars

Pamper someone you love with these moisturising soaps by Penny Morrison. Wrapped in beautiful, printed paper, they come in a range of delicious scents. £15.12, Penny Morrison

 

 

Penny Morrison Soaps
Honey & Camomile Scented Wrapped Soap Bar, £15.12, Penny Morrison


On The Nose

A treat for keen auto enthusiasts, this portable aroma diffuser set by L’Original uses smart sensor technology to gently fragrance the interior of any vehicle. £129, L’Original

i'original car fragrance
Haute Leather Collection Portable Vehicle Aroma Diffuser Set, £129, I’Original


Spot On

Less likely than Monopoly to cause Christmas Day disputes, this domino set by Oka is handcrafted from resin making it a pleasing coffee table topper as well as an elegant gift. £95, Oka

OKA
Pippin Dominoes Gift Set (Ivory), £95, OKA

 


We hope The House Directory‘s gift guide has provided some inspiration when it comes to your Christmas shopping this year. For more festive ideas, decorating tips and expert advice, check out our previous Christmas-themed blogs here.


 

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