I've always been an advocate for supporting small businesses and buying local. It's good for the economy, good for consumers but most importantly good for hard-working small business owners.
I've put together a collection of small businesses offering amazing gifts for Christmas this year.
Clothing
Lotta headwear
Beanies, truckers and roamers galore at
Lotta headwear.
A gorgeous selection
to keep the chill of your wee ears.
Shop online at
https://www.lotta.shop
Little Wild Bears
Little wild bears have the MOST gorgeous selection of kids clothes.
Everything from booties, matching sets, sweaters & coats. Affordable & adorable-
what's not to love!
Shop online at www.littlewildbears.com
Food
The Mallow Makers
Fully obsessed with The Mallow Makers! This is one of my favourite gift ideas, unique, tasty and fun! S'mores tasting kits, flavoured mallows and my personal favourite.. wonder fluff!!
Perfect for secret Santa, stocking fillers or up your Christmas party game with some luxury s'mores!
Shop online at www.themallowmakers.com/links
Chala Chai
Another unique and tasty selection of fun gifts can be found at Chala chai!
Award winning, FairTrade and guaranteed to fill your senses with festive goodness.
A great selection Tea bags, hot chocolate, even strainers and enamel pots and don't sleep on their mulled wine mix!!
Shop online at www.chalachai.com
The Food Haven
Who doesn't love a good chutney!?
Emma at the food haven has the most amazing selection of artisan food hampers, chutneys and sweet treats.
Beautifully packaged and perfect for foodies and party hosters!
Shop online at www.thefoodhaven.co.uk
Paintings & Prints
Helen Tarn
Bold, colourful and fabulous!
Helen Tarn is a local contemporary artist inspired by the beautiful landscapes of her home in Newry.
Helen has a wide variety of originals and prints available.
Her work is wonderfully bold and energetic but also captivatingly raw. Perfect addition to any home.
View Helen's work at www.helentarnart.com
Battletown gallery
Find something extra extra special at Battletown gallery this Christmas.
This gallery is a true north down treasure, an old coach house converted into the most warm and welcoming gallery showcasing artwork from many exceptional artists. Available to view by appointment or book a personal consultation and find the perfect piece for your home.
To find out more visit www.battletowngallery.com
Susanna Banks
Prints, cards, pet portraits and so much more! Susanna has a wonderful mix of hand illustrated quirky designs.
Her pieces are unique and super fun. Perfect for kids rooms and the coffee cups and book marks are great stocking fillers.
Shop online at www.susannabanksart.co.uk
Lynsey Auld
Another wonderful local artist is Lynsey Auld. Lynsey is an abstract mixed media artist who creates dreamy landscapes and abstract pieces.
Lynsey has a great selection of prints and smaller pieces so some really budget friendly bits and bobs too.
View her work at www.lynseyauldart.com
Candles
Le Contour Candles
I couldn't wait to get my hands on some of these little trees! Le Contour Candles have a beautiful range of hand made candles and have just launched a range of stunning scented ones! These are bound to sell out so don't hang about.
Shop online www.lecontour.co.uk
Beauty
Temple Spa- Caroline Hawthorn
For all things skincare the only one I trust is Caroline Hawthorn! Brow specialist and all round beauty genius. Book a consultation or just drop her a wee message to touch base, she can guide you through and make sure you are getting the right thing for you or the right gift for someone else!
