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15 Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Her | Unique Artisan Gifts to Buy for Mum, Sister or Friends

Oct 14, 2020
5 min read

Let us take all the hard work out of finding a unique Christmas gift for your mum, sister or friend. Make gift-giving far more thoughtful than just bath bombs or a gift card. Here you'll find 15 luxury and original gift ideas for her that you can buy online. Wonderful creations made by small UK businesses and Etsy makers.


Read on and delve into a world of artisan chocolates, long-lasting dried flower bouquets, personalised giftware and beautiful minimalist design. Right on trend for 2020. She'll be absolutely thrilled when opening her Christmas present by the roar of the fire.


Remember, supporting small businesses is good for the soul. We've included a few of our Coulson Macleod favourites alongside other creators that make us swoon!




Nkuku's rustic aesthetic is a long-standing favourite of ours. This hanging design is an unusual and attractive way to store your favourite jewellery pieces. With lots of hooks and compartments for necklaces, rings and bracelets. The warm hues of the antique brass frame and the striking mirrored backdrop make for a real showstopper to display in your dressing room.


Nkuku from £49.95 SHOP NOW

  • Brass Wall Jewellery Box
    Brass Wall Jewellery Box
  • Nkuku Jewellery Box
    Nkuku Jewellery Box
  • Nkuku Jewellery Box
    Nkuku Jewellery Box


Looking ahead to hopefully a far brighter year, this 2021 calendar and notebook set is a nod to their favourite hobby. Choose from 48 designs including fashion lover, crafting queen and gin enthusiast. Decorated with gorgeous vintage illustrations and quotes to inspire them every day. Perfect for making plans and highlighting special occasions. A must-have for any home office.


Coulson Macleod £35 SHOP NOW

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  • Style Queen Stationery Set
    Style Queen Stationery Set
  • Minimalist 2021 Calendar
    Minimalist 2021 Calendar
  • Hobby Luxury Notebooks
    Hobby Luxury Notebooks


Non-alcoholic spirits are a big trend right now. A grown-up beverage that you can drink at any time of day? Well, we'll say cheers to that! Intricate blends of herbs and spices inspired by recipes for herbal remedies from the 1650s. They've been awarded two gold medals by the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and even have the seal of approval from Buckingham Palace.

Seedlip £34.99 SHOP NOW


  • Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits
    Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits
  • Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits
    Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits
  • Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits
    Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits


Inspired by Danish minimalist design, this intriguing hand-crafted oil burner is a beautiful statement piece for any room and it smells fantastic, too. Made by a husband and wife team in their Cornwall studio. Use their unique oil blends to create a calming space for working from home or a cosy Sunday vibe. The burner set includes a bottle of their original 'Fistral' scent - woody notes with citrus.


Abel Burners £45 SHOP NOW

  • Abel Handcrafted Oil Burner
    Abel Handcrafted Oil Burner
  • Abel Handcrafted Oil Burner
    Abel Handcrafted Oil Burner
  • Abel Aromatherapy Oil Scents
    Abel Aromatherapy Oil Scents


Make them smile with a hand-finished wooden sign packed full of uplifting and funny quotes. Shop by hobby (perhaps cycling, baking or books) or by recipient (including sister, mum or best friend). Also available are wooden plaque gift sets in botanical and monogram letter designs. Use the antique-style clip to easily hang on a wall or stand on a desk.


Coulson Macleod from £6.99 SHOP NOW

  • Sisterhood Quotes Wooden Sign
    Sisterhood Quotes Wooden Sign
  • Vintage Palm Tree Wooden Sign
    Vintage Palm Tree Wooden Sign
  • Hanging Wooden Quote Signs
    Hanging Wooden Quote Signs


Cosy knits in the form of delicious gingerbread biscuits. All hand-decorated in the Honeywell Bakes studio in Northamptonshire. You can also personalise one biscuit with an initial. Almost too good to eat. A wonderful little selection for foodies. They also offer creative baking subscriptions - the gift that keeps on giving long after Christmas has passed.


Honeywell Biscuit Co. from £25 SHOP NOW

  • Christmas Jumper Biscuit Gift
    Christmas Jumper Biscuit Gift
  • Christmas Biscuit Gifts
    Christmas Biscuit Gifts
  • Personalised Biscuit Gift
    Personalised Biscuit Gift


Dried flowers are incredibly popular right now. A stunning alternative to fresh-cut blooms that lasts much longer. Made in Swindon, England - these beautiful creations by Hidden Botanics are expertly arranged. Think bohemian pampas grass, pretty pastel meadow flowers & calming lavender. We also love their dried flower wall art pressed in a gorgeous vintage frame.


Hidden Botanics from £11.50 SHOP NOW


  • Dried Flower Bouquets
    Dried Flower Bouquets
  • Dried Flower Framed Wall Art
    Dried Flower Framed Wall Art
  • Dried Flower Bouquets
    Dried Flower Bouquets

A large shopping bag is an incredibly handy gift that they'll use regularly in their day-to-day life. Make it stylish, too. This design has leather handles and can be personalised with initials or a name for that extra special touch. Available in natural jute or classic black.


The Forest & Co. £29 SHOP NOW


  • Initials Jute Shopping Bag
    Initials Jute Shopping Bag
  • Forest and Co Shopping Bag
    Forest and Co Shopping Bag
  • Personalised Shopping Bag
    Personalised Shopping Bag

Brighten her day with an Alice and Peg gift set. Carefully curated boxes and hampers filled with eco-conscious products made by independent businesses. If ethical gift-giving is your number one priority, then look no further. Designed to promote self-care and personal wellbeing. With every box purchased, £1 is donated to a mental health charity. So you can do your bit to make a positive impact in communities, too.


Alice and Peg from £25 SHOP NOW


  • Alice and Peg Wellness Gift
    Alice and Peg Wellness Gift
  • Alice and Peg Gift Note
    Alice and Peg Gift Note
  • Sleep Better Gift Set
    Sleep Better Gift Set

2020 is certainly one to remember (not that we'll easily forget). Cotton Clara's DIY embroidery gift sets put a heartwarming and positive spin on the past year. A poignant piece of home decor that they can enjoy making for themselves. Wellness is... sitting by the fireside partaking in textile crafts. Give them the gift of a new skill as the head into the new year.


Cotton Clara £19.95 SHOP NOW

  • Cotton Clara Embroidery Kit
    Cotton Clara Embroidery Kit
  • Lockdown Embroidery Gift Box
    Lockdown Embroidery Gift Box
  • Lockdown Embroidery Gift Set
    Lockdown Embroidery Gift Set

You can never go wrong with a mug. There's nothing quite so pleasant as coming home after a chilly winter walk and winding down with a warm cup of tea or coffee. Whether they're a dog lover, chocoholic or gardening guru - you're sure to find their niche. And, once you've found it, pop a name on it. Because they'll absolutely love that personal touch. Gift box upgrades available.

Coulson Macleod from £10 SHOP NOW


  • Personalised Dog Lover Mug
    Personalised Dog Lover Mug
  • Personalised Hobby Mug Gift
    Personalised Hobby Mug Gift
  • Gin Enthusiast Hot Drink Mug
    Gin Enthusiast Hot Drink Mug


During the winter months, a cosy pair of slippers is essential. These wool mules by Shepherd of Sweden look incredibly chic, too. Traditional Scandinavian design - simple yet beautiful. Their felted slippers are assembled by a master craftsman. Natural. Timeless.

Shepherd of Sweden £42 SHOP NOW

  • Shepherd of Sweden Slippers
    Shepherd of Sweden Slippers
  • Slippers Christmas Gift 2020
    Slippers Christmas Gift 2020
  • Woollen Mule Slippers for Her
    Woollen Mule Slippers for Her

Another trend for 2021 is line-painted home accessories. There's something very aesthetically pleasing about muted colour palettes, delicate face motifs and abstract shapes. These adorable trinket plates are made by hand in Aylesbury, UK. Perfect for cuff links, earrings and watches.

Afton by Palm £15 SHOP NOW


  • Line Painted Trinket Dish
    Line Painted Trinket Dish
  • Face Motif Trinket Plate
    Face Motif Trinket Plate
  • Terracotta Clay Plates
    Terracotta Clay Plates


These are not your average chocolates. First seen on Master Chef, these contemporary handmade chocolate bars make a very indulgent gift. Using the finest quality ingredients ranging from the well-loved caramel, hazelnut and pistachio to the more eclectic notes of beer, pink peppercorn, mango, cherry blossom and even balsamic vinegar. Take them on a taste journey!

The Careless Collection £15 SHOP NOW

  • Careless Collection Chocolate
    Careless Collection Chocolate
  • Luxury Chocolate Gift Set
    Luxury Chocolate Gift Set
  • Luxury Ruby Chocolate Bar
    Luxury Ruby Chocolate Bar


For the plant lover in your life, gift them a hand-decorated terracotta pot to really dress up their cactus, succulent or other indoor house plants. With many colours and sizes to choose from, you'll want to buy two, three or even more. From charming polka dot designs to eye-catching geometric shapes. They also make quirky crochet cacti if you're after a fun novelty stocking filler.

Hooked and Hung from £4 SHOP NOW

  • Hand Painted Plant Pots
    Hand Painted Plant Pots
  • Etsy Painted Plant Pots
    Etsy Painted Plant Pots
  • Painted Cactus Plant Pot
    Painted Cactus Plant Pot


 
 
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