Green Gifts
Having spent some time on Instagram for our business these past six months or so, my eyes have been opened to the amount of artisan businesses out there who are making some incredible handcrafted, sustainable items right here in the UK. I have garnered all the best ones here together in one place to inspire your Christmas shopping. Why not have a browse and maybe pick out the perfect gift for someone you love.
Bruce Bramfield
What they do: Aimee is an artist who produces quality home wear and stylish gifts.
Why we love them: Aimee’s designs and hand drawn illustrations are simple, beautiful and inspired by nature. With Bruce Bramfield it’s all in the little details; everything is so well thought out, sustainably sourced and eco-friendly and will arrive beautifully presented.
Who they’re for: There is bound to be a practical bit of home wear kit out there for anyone who loves the natural world and also spending time in the kitchen. From Placemats to tea towels, oven gloves and even stationary. Oh, and just about the prettiest robin wrapping paper out there!
Website: https://www.brucebramfield.com/
Cotton Knots Macramé
What they do: Amy makes beautiful handmade, natural décor, gifts and DIY kits. A little bit boho, a little bit Scandi.
Why we love them: Cotton knots is a slow living brand with style helping to bring the outside in with their plant hangers and holders and keep you smiling with their positive outlook on life.
Who they’re for: Anyone who embraces the physical and mental health benefits offered by plants and loves the textured art of macramé.
Also, if you know someone who likes to make things Amy has a craft it yourself kit waiting just for them.
Website: https://cottonknotsmacrame.bigcartel.com/
Asenbee
What they do: Rachel is a fellow beekeeper in Yorkshire who also finds time to hand carve spoons and chopping boards.
Why we love them: Rachel’s wooden pieces are something very special. All her wood is locally foraged/sourced and packaged in reusable, recycled or compostable packaging with a care leaflet.
Who they’re for: Anyone who loves mindfully preparing food in the kitchen. Whether you want a spoon for a coffee lover or a flour scoop for a baker, these pieces are beautiful, tactile and bring art to function.
Website: https://www.asenbeehoney.co.uk/
Delaney Designs
What they do: Sarah makes gifts and accessories from pre-loved and left over fabrics.
Why we love them: The environmental benefits of upcycling are reason enough for us to love Sarah’s shop but she has an extensive inventory of beautiful and useful things including; cushions, tea cosies, bags, hair accessories, Christmas tree decorations, wreaths and much more!
Who they’re for: Anyone who appreciates hand sewn, unique and sustainable items. There is something for everyone here. Sarah has even considered the dogs in our lives with her cute bow-ties and handy pocket purses!
Website: https://delaneydesigns.co.uk/
Sara Louisa Stories
What they do: Sara has written a beautiful book for children called Bettie Honeybee. Bettie is a happy, cheerful, buzzy little bee, until one day her favourite flowers go missing! Will Bettie be able to fly back to her ancient wood and see her beloved Queen again?
Why we love them: Bettie's story raises awareness of the importance of habitats for bees in a child friendly and entertaining way. For every book sold, a £2 donation is made and split equally between Plantlife and the British Beekeepers' Association.
Who they’re for: Young children aged 2-6
Website: https://saralouisastories.co.uk/
