A Christmas to Remember - Shop Small this Season

We're heading towards December and the Christmas countdown has officially begun. If you have a party season plan in mind and you want it to go smoothly, having everything organised way ahead of time can be just the trick to ensuring everyone has a good time. You may have friends or family you haven't seen for a while and you're counting down the days until you're all together in one room, relishing in some festive fun. Our Ultimate Guide to Christmas Day Hosting is full of fantastic ideas to ensure your celebrations start and end with a bang. So whether you want to stick to your family traditions, or try something new and make some memories, grab the games, dish out the drinks, and get ready to celebrate and make this Christmas one you'll never forget.

If you've got loved ones or little ones who are already buzzing for the countdown to begin, why not treat them to an adorable advent calendar to get the ball rolling on December 1st? Our advents are all fill-your-own, meaning you can get creative with your gift choices and make them feel treated each day of December. Many come with the option to personalise, too, so you can treat someone special to a calendar completely unique to them, and pull it out each year for another 24 days of countdown fun. If your children look forward to a Christmas Eve box of goodies, too, we have many personalised Christmas Eve Boxes, ready and waiting to be filled to the brim with treats to savour the night before the big day. 

With 24 empty drawers or a big empty box in front of you, you might be feeling lost for what to fill them with. These Advent Calendar Filler Ideas and Christmas Eve Box Filler Ideas should help narrow down your options and help you choose meaningful miniature gifts that will make your little ones smile.

Our Christmas shop has everything you need to create a seasonal sanctuary in your home, from comforting candles to any kind of decoration you can think of to adorn your tree. Looking for tree ornaments that fit with a chic, Scandi decor theme? We've got glass, wood, and ceramic baubles in a variety of colours, patterns, and designs to make your tree pop this year. If you favour novelty festive decor with a strong retro vibe, why not look to fuzzy felt animal baubles or patterned paper decorations to add a dash of charm?

When it comes to gifting, it can be tricky to know where to begin. If you've got a huge family or a host of friends you're looking to treat, you may feel overwhelmed with the gift choices both on the high street and online. A great tip is to stick to a budget for each person, as this will narrow your search down and allow you to keep your festive spends under control. If you already know your ideal budget, you'll find great gifts aplenty in our selection of purse-friendly pick-ups. With our Gifts Under £10 or Gifts Under £20 edits, you're guaranteed to nail the tree presents, smash the stocking fillers, or provide the winning gift for the office Secret Santa. 

For those looking to combine practical with personal, you'll find something truly treasurable in our Personalised Gifts edit. Each personalisable product allows you to create a timeless accessory unique to the recipient, and is finished by-hand by our fabulous in-house creative team. With many handmade options available, too, you can rest assured you'll be gifting an item with as much heart and soul poured into its creation as in your wrapping and presentation. Feeling like you'd rather not have the stress of wrapping on top of everything else? Many of our gifting pieces come with the option of gift wrap, with choices of boxes, bags, or premium wrap, alongside gift message cards for that finishing touch.

If you're in the depths of planning the Christmas dinner but you've not even thought about the nibbles yet, why not explore our Festive Food & Drink edit? Whether you're hosting a low-key pre-Christmas party or a big Boxing Day bash, you'll want to make sure your guests are well fed and having fun. With so many fantastically festive food gifts to fill your guests' tummies, as well as delicious drinks to toast to the best Christmas ever, we've got everything you need to create a magical tablescape bursting with tasty treats.

Looking to shop sustainably or independently this Christmas? Now is the best time to get visiting your high street. Once you start exploring what your local high street has to offer, you'll be amazed at the wealth of independent, ethical, female-founded, and sustainable brands with many magical gifting pieces to offer. For those who find online shopping easier or more convenient, there are many ways to support small even when you're shopping online. 

Shopping small for thoughtful treasures has never been easier, and our curated collection of festive gifts, treats, decorations, and drinks is on hand to ensure your run-up to Christmas is as smooth as possible. From wonderful gifts for her to the perfect presents for tricky teens, we've got something for everyone in our fabulous festive shop.