Well-Being Christmas Gift Guide
I've put together some of my favourite things from small businesses that I use to help relax and that just feels good for my well-being. These would make great Christmas gifts this year.
1. Candle -
Nothing beats lighting the candles as it begins to get dark outside. Little Candle Project is a small business situated in Aberdeen, Scotland. I've had the pleasure of working with Peter on a photography project a few years back and I just love their candles! I love the design with the little brown jars, but the scent of these candles blow me away! Fireside and Wild Mint are beyond my favourite.
Photo by Newson Photography via Little Candle Project
2. Slippers -
Who doesn't love a good pair of slippers (or fluffy socks if that's your fancy) on a chilly winters evening. I've had my eyes on these from Passenger for far too long! While Passenger aren't a small small business, their ethos and values are strong in promoting wellbeing, connecting with nature and protecting the planet. They even plant a tree with every order!
Photos by Passenger
3. Bath Salts -
I just love a bath! There is nothing better than a chilled soak after a long day/week. What’s even better? Phoenix and Providence seaweed bath salts!! Seaweed has many skincare benefits including moisturising, hydrating and detoxifying - perfect for the winter months ahead! It just smells beautifully as well. Go on… add this to your next bath, you wont be disappointed.
Photo by Phoenix and Providence
4. Coffee / Hot Chocolate -
I am a lover of a cup of coffee in the mornings and a heart warming hot chocolate in the evenings. Grey Seal Coffee and Calm Cocoa both deliver high quality products and I love them!
Photo’s by Grey Seal Coffee and Ramble co
Calm Cocoa
Simply heaven in a mug! Calm Cocoa hot chocolate is such flavoursome and truly delicious. With mindfulness at the heart of their business, I couldn’t think of a better way to wind down with a mug of this!
Vegan friendly
Grey Seal Coffee
Award winning coffee roasters in North Norfolk make beautiful coffee. My favourite blend is the Two Bean Espresso with a rich nutty flavour. It simply doesn’t disappoint - no better way to wake up in the morning.
5. Coffee / Hot Chocolate Mug -
These handmade mugs are far beyond my favourite! Teppi are a Scandinavian inspired lifestyle store based in the UK, who were inspired by the slow, simple Icelandic life. Priding themselves with beautifully handmade and decorated ceramics, these mugs are a perfect size for my morning coffee or evening hot coco!
Photo by Teppi Living
6. Wooly Hat/Snood -
Little Brown Bird is a lovely small business. I purchased a wooly hat from Jenny last Autumn and I still my favourite to wear. Using natural 100% British and Welsh wool means all her products are naturally soft and comfy, and come in a range of beautiful and natural colours. If a wooly hat isn’t for you, there is always a snood.
Photo’s by Little Brown Bird Co
7. Newson Massage Therapy Gift Voucher -
Last but not least - why not gift someone precious time that they can spend on themselves and experience that deserving, relaxing massage. I currently offer Swedish Massage and Hot Stones Massage. You can order a gift voucher by sending me a DM on my instagram page.
I wish you the very merriest of Christmases and hope you have a wonderful time whichever way you choice to celebrate.
Gemma x
