Okells Christmas Gift Guide
Gifting season is here, and as an independent business we are proud to handpick every item we sell; a thoughtfully curated range of gifts for loved ones, kids and home treasures.
Working closely with suppliers that we know and trust, we put a huge amount of thought into each and every product – from fun stocking fillers to something more special. Favouring small brands, local businesses and sustainably made products, our gift list includes presents for her, for him, for kids, under £25, and something a little different. We hope that by shopping locally with us this Christmas, you’ll find a gift that’s just right. Here’s a selection of ideas…
For Her
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Scented candles (especially when they come in reusable pots). These ones from Paddywax & St Eval smell divine, but we’ve lots to choose from.
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Toiletries in beautiful packaging and made from naturally sourced ingredients, like Kew Royal Botanic Gardens.
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From travel guides to cookbooks, novels to journals, we’ve a huge selection of books. Check out our range of classic novels with gorgeous updated covers.
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Quality, wearable jewellery, such as our new range from local jewellery designer Ellis Grey.
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Wool gloves, printed scarves, festive socks & embroidered purses - always a welcome addition to any Christmas stocking. We love these beaded hair clips & pouches.
For Him
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Jigsaws & puzzles, for those lazy days in between. We’ve plenty to keep everyone entertained.
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Cookery books and drinks kit. Culinary Concepts’ boxed utensils make a fantastic treat for any foodie.
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A new hat and scarf set.
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For those who prefer something a little more practical, try Niwaki’s Japanese gardening tools or our selection of fun, functional gifts by Kikkerland.
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And of course it wouldn’t be Christmas without new socks! We can highly recommend our bamboo range from Mr Sparrow.
For Kids
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Special gifts for babies’ first Christmas.
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Hardwearing wooden toys for busy little hands.
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Stocking fillers for all ages – from beading kits to grow your own dinosaur, pocket bingo to ribbon twirlers. We’ve a huge selection of fun presents that are a little different from the norm.
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Crafting kits, colouring books and crayons to keep them busy over Christmas.
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Heirloom gifts like our knitted hand puppets and keepsake boxes.
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And of course, books of every sort including some lovely festive reads that you’ll bring out every year.
Under £25
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Family boardgames, quizzes and cryptic puzzles. Lots of fun!
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Colourful tins of artisan biscuits and chocolates. Or a bumper tube of nostalgic sweets – take a look in store to see more.
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Home fragrance, including our own range of diffusers and wax melts.
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Treats for your furriest friends – we’ve some very cute Christmas dog toys this year!
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Something new for the home, from festive tea towels to prints. A new house plant or indoor bulb makes an especially thoughtful gift.
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For when you don’t know what to buy, an Okells gift card can be used across plants, homeware and even in our coffee shop (which might be our best present idea so far!)
Something Different
We love to champion independent brands, local businesses, ethical suppliers and quality, heritage products - from stationary, homeware, toiletries, garden and household items. Here’s just a selection - pop in to see what's new:
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Our own range of UK made hand poured candles - new this season is nutmeg, orange & cinnamon. Delicious.
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Handmade plant pot mushrooms by local ceramicists Lloyd & Heidi.
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Owl print by artist Adam James Severn.
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Natural, sustainably made brushes from German family business, Redecker.
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Artisan, ethically made ceramics by Nkuku.
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Dark Herdwick wild bird nesting wool collected from Lake District sheep.
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Fair trade bird nester made by rural Bangladeshi women.
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Handmade twine from Dundee manufacturer, Nutscene.
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Pure wool throws from British brand, Garden Trading.
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Pens by heritage German pen manufacturer, Kaweko.
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Sustainably made placemats by ECOTA accredited Braided Rug Company.
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Handwash & hand cream made by fourth generation Yorkshire toiletries manufacturer, Fikkerts.
Okells Christmas Gift Guide
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