After a little gifting inspiration for friends, family (and maybe even yourself)? Here are some of our favourite treats…
Saskia’s Flower Essences
When developing her award-winning flower essences, Saskia wanted to make her range more accessible to boys and men. She created three new blends designed to tackle the issues faced in today’s challenging times – Strong and Capable, Purpose and Drive, and Calm and Gentle. Ideal for supporting mental health and emotional wellbeing, Saskia’s Flower Essences are available* individually (rrp £12) or as all three (rrp £34).
*Plus p&p
Hiho
With 30 Christmases behind it, Hiho knows a thing or two about giving presents that are sure to delight. Based in the heart of Somerset, its sterling silver countryside-inspired designs are sure to raise a smile. Personalised engraving and gorgeous gift-wrap are also available to make your present that little bit more unique. Readers of The Simple Things can enjoy 10% off until 24 December 2023. Simply add code SIMPLETHINGS23 at checkout. Tel : 01460 221006.
Crocus – Hanging wreath basket
Designed by online gardening brand Crocus, this hanging wreath is perfect for creating year-round displays for your home. Curate your Christmas style by lining it with moss and filling with small plants or succulents to bring the outdoors in this festive season. When it’s time to take the Christmas decorations down, plant the current plants in the garden or repot them, then pick a whole new planting scheme for the season ahead. Available in two sizes and suitable for any door.
Valiant
This Christmas, Valiant has the ideal gift – its Cocktail Multi-Tool. Great for family, friends and cocktail enthusiasts, this all-in-one gadget features a rustic wooden handle and a stainless steel finish, and includes seven essential tools to craft delicious drinks with style. With Valiant’s Cocktail Multi-Tool (rrp £17.99), you’ll soon be saying ‘Cheers’ to a festive season filled with mixology magic! Readers of The Simple Things can enjoy 15% off until 24 Dec 2023. Simply add code XMASCOCKTAIL at checkout.
St. Eval
Crafted with care and infused with Christmas spirit, St. Eval’s Winter’s Eve candles add warmth, joy, and a touch of festive enchantment to your winter evenings. Jewel-toned pots are filled with the seasonal scents of warming Inspiritus, zesty Orange & Cinnamon and herbal Winter Thyme. Inspired by nature and created in North Cornwall, St. Eval is a certified B Corp, placing people and the planet at its heart. Readers of The Simple Things can enjoy 15% off until 18 December 2023. Simply add code TST15 at checkout.
National Trust Books
The National Trust Gardener’s Almanac 2024 by Greg Loades (RRP £9.99) provides information and inspiration to help you make the most of your gardening year. You’ll find month-by-month guides to plants, wildlife and weather, as well as trusted advice. Packed with gorgeous illustrations, inspiring writing and National Trust know-how, it’s a handy guide for beginners and old hands alike. Available in all good bookstores.
Voxblock
Immerse young minds in a world of stories with Voxblock, the screen-free audiobook player for kids aged 3-12. Designed for children with no grown-ups needed, simply pop in the chosen audiobook, press play and go! There’s no need for connectivity, downloads or set-up, Voxblock is ready to play straight from the wrapping paper. With an expanding library of hundreds of audiobooks, there’s something for everyone. A starter pack, includes a Voxblock player, three stories, and a protective bumper for £59.99.
Seilich
Give the gift of nature with a Seilich Winter Gift Set. Featuring the Meadow Lip Balm, Gardener’s Hand Lotion and Nourishing Herbal Tea – all made from meadow-grown botanicals and designed to nourish inside and out – it costs £30. While stocks last, readers of The Simple Things can enjoy a free Winter Room Mist, worth £8, with any purchase. Simply enter SIMPLE at checkout. Promotion valid until 31 Dec 2023.
Crocus – Chelsea planting trowel
This year, online gardening brand and Chelsea expert Crocus has put its 20 years of knowledge into its new planting trowel. Made in partnership with DeWit, this long-handled trowel was used on two Gold-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show gardens. Featuring a good-sized blade for planting, weeding, scooping, mixing, and potting, it’s also tough (and sharp) enough for jobs that need more power or leverage. Plus, it’s surprisingly lightweight, even if you’re planting all day.
Scilly Flowers
A gift box of sustainable, scented narcissi, grown in the Isles of Scilly, is a thoughtful way to send Christmas greetings to loved ones. These beautiful flowers flourish in the traditional fields dotted across Scilly and are grown without any additional heat or light. Sent direct from where they’re grown to any UK doorstep, and wrapped in paper to minimise waste, they’re an environmentally conscious choice and great value, too. T: 01720 422169.
What On Earth! Magazine
Looking for some children’s gift inspiration? Why not give the joy of discovery with What On Earth! Magazine. Every issue is packed with amazing facts, extraordinary feats, inspiring true-life stories, stunning photos, quizzes, puzzles and more. From nature to space, life on Earth, history, inventions and discoveries, we’ve got it covered. It’s fun, fascinating and factual. Subscribe from just £24.99 (saving more than 15%) and get a free Children’s Encyclopedia, worth £25. britannicamagazine.co.uk/subscribe/p/simplethings
Yawn
With the softest of organic cottons, considered design and unique prints, Yawn has been helping women to relax in its beautiful nightwear since 2014. Its hero pyjama set has deep pockets, generous hems and a collar button for chilly nights, and there are two new hand-drawn prints in time for Christmas – each with hidden details. You can add gift wrap and a personal note to make an oh-so-adored pyjama present this Christmas. The Simple Things readers can enjoy 15% off until 17 Dec 2023. Simply add code TST23 at checkout.