SPONSORED: CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
Still need a few last-minute Christmas presents? Here are some fun and unusual ideas to inspire you
A round-up of producers all over the country who might just see you right for that last present...
HANNAH LOUISE LAMB
Inspired by found beach pebbles with quartz lines suggesting letters of the alphabet, these Pebble Initial Pendants combine a love of beachcombing and intricate hand-making, available in silver with a gold, rose gold or black monogram. From £65-£85, hannahlouiselamb.com.
SCILLY SCENTED NARCISSI
Simply lovely gift boxes of scented narcissi direct from where they’re grown means you send the freshest flowers for the best price – a truly thoughtful Christmas gift. Prices from just £12.50, 01720 422169, scillyflowers.co.uk.
A GIFT FROM JERSEY
A beautifully presented 40-page hardback book containing the postage stamps issued by Jersey Post during 2020, accompanied by fascinating text, stunning photography and glorious illustrations. £95, 01534 616717, stamps@jerseypost.com, jerseystamps.com.
LIGHT PULL CORD
This contemporary 3D mackerel by artist Jess Hughes will make a quirky addition to your home. Hand-crafted, painted and varnished using sustainable wood, each fish is unique and costs £26. Shoals as wall sculpture are also available at jesshughesdesigns.com.
EMBER EDGE CREATIVE LASER CUT GIFTS
Ember Edge Creative uses digital design and laser cutting techniques to design and make greetings cards, wooden bookmarks and other gift items. Perfect for all occasions. See more at emberedgecreative.co.uk.
GIFTS FROM THE SEA
Find the perfect gifts for foodies in our award-winning collection of handharvested sea salts. Try A Little Taste Of The Sea gift box, £12.50; Three from the Sea (luxury), £12; or A Cwtch in a Cup, £17.50. New gifting range available at pembrokeshireseasalt.co.uk/shop.
SPARKLE AT CHRISTMAS
Annie Sherburne inherited a huge store of vintage jewels, which she makes into stunning one-off pieces. Earrings cost £35 and the heart brooch costs £19 from Nice Things, Ramsgate, via nice-things.co.uk.
PODDY & BLACK FOOTWEAR
Comfortable and stylish, totally waterproof, soft, natural rubber boots, shoes and clogs. Perfect for walking the dog and on beaches, for gardening and camping. Prices from £65-£75. See the full collection at poddyandblack.com.
VINCENT BASHAM STUDIO/ GALLERY
Vincent is a self taught seascape artist originally from Essex now living in Cornwall, where he gets his inspiration for his wonderful paintings. For prices, please email vince@vincentbashaam.co.uk or go to vincentbasham.co.uk.
WORDS FOR YOUR WALLS
The ideal Christmas gift for those with a love of the great outdoors. These inspiring, fun, typographic prints will brighten up your walls. All produced in Cornwall. Framed prints from £20. See the full range at furze.shop.
THE PERFECT, PRACTICAL GIFT
Dogrobes’ drying coats really are the easy way to dry your dog. Exclusive, lightweight, super-absorbent fabric. Ties for the perfect fit. Nine sizes (Chihuahuas to Newfoundlands). From £21.95. Call 0800 1513188, email info@dogrobes.co. uk, or visit dogrobes.co.uk.
GOLD STARFISH EARRINGS
Jewellery inspired by nature and the sea, handmade in my Margate studio on the Kent coast. Silver and gold pieces from £80. Commissions accepted.
Lots of other products available. See lydiawoodpower.com or find her on Instagram @bountymargate.
HANDMADE IN CORNWALL
Rediscover the heritage of surfing with these beautifully shaped, sustainable wooden bellyboards by Dick Pearce, the original brand. Enjoy the exhilaration of bellyboard waveriding – anyone can do it. £50-80, dickpearce.com.
WUZZOS BOAT SHOES
These hand-crafted performance boat shoes can now be personalised for an extra £15. You can add your name, nickname, initials or boat name. Available in a choice of colours, from wuzzos.com.
SHADES OF THE SEA BANGLE
This stunning bangle from Kate Lewis Jewellery, inspired by the colours of the sea and the shapes created in the sand by the changing tide, will delight this Christmas. Priced at £2,600, 07813 990321, katelewisjewellery.co.uk.