North Wales Christmas Gift Guide
Surprise all of your loved ones with a handmade gift from all of these talented local suppliers in North Wales. I have handpicked 25 gorgeous small business’ for you to choose from. Think of this guide as your virtual artisan market.
It was so hard to choose just 25 as we have so many talented local business’ in North Wales, make sure you check out the handy links below as there are a few extra’s I just have to share with you all.
I love supporting local business’. It plays such an important role in enriching our community here in North Wales. Christmas is a time for giving and what better way than to give, than to a small business and make a difference.
Stitch Happy Lottie
Charlotte crochets beautiful keepsakes and decorations in Broughton, Flintshire. Find all of her creations on her etsy site below or pop over to her instagram @stitchhappylottie.
Her creations are so cute! My personal favorite is her candy cane bunting. I can just see it hanging in my living room this Christmas. I know my kids would love a little crocheted mince pie in their Christmas eve boxes to hang on the tree ready for Santa.
Ruby Rose Handmade Gifts
Ruby Rose is based in Buckley, Flintshire where Katherine creates handmade personalized gifts. From personalized naughty and nice certificates for your little ones to adorable drawstring reindeer pouches.
My personal favorite are the huge North Pole mail sacks. I can just imagine the look on my boys faces when they see their own names printed on the front and stuffed with gifts on Christmas morning. They are only £13 with personalisation.
Have a look at Ruby Rose’s Instagram @rubyrose_handmadegifts and her Facebook page for more beautiful gift ideas.
Indigo Moth
Did you try Cyanotype printing craze this summer? It was everywhere. Not to worry if you didn’t – Caroline at Indigo Moth Botanicals has created beautiful botanical prints in her garden with plants collected in North Wales.
What a gorgeous gift for a plant lover. My mum would love one of Caroline’s cyanotype decorations hanging on her tree. Caroline has also created beautiful totes and prints using the cyanotype process.
Visit the Indio Moth etsy shop and celebrate North Wales nature at Christmas with these unique gifts or check out her instagram page @indigo.moth
Wispy Willow Weaving
I will never forget the look on my mum’s face when she opened her willow weaving workshop gift last year. She loves anything crafty and Debbie’s willow weaving courses are a fantastic gift.
Debbie is an artist and sculptor and lives on Anglesey. You might have seen some of her commissions at Plas Nywdd or check out her instagram @wispywillowcre8tions
If you would prefer to craft at home Debbie has got some perfect educational willow weaving kits. From christmas trees, stars and lanterns – which one will you pick?
Yin and Yarn with Anja (Formerly Blue Van Lady)
Handmade with love by Anja in North Wales. Needle felted faires to melt your heart. Each fairy is individual, has it’s own energy and the larger ones have their own Finnish name and story. I can’t think of anything more magical or Christmassy.
Anja is passionate about creating a sustainable zero waste product too. She purchases all of her material from other local businesses and uses sustainable packaging too.
What a fantastic business to support. Anja has lots of other beautiful gifts on her instagram @yinandyarnwithanja Click the link below to find your fairy friend.
Diamond Jem Crafts
Lovingly handmade in North Wales. Jemma creates beautiful jewellery. Jemma also takes on beautiful commissions of her artwork.
Find her on instagram @diamondjem_craft
Jain Ceramics
I can’t get enough of these gorgeous handmade ceramic Christmas Trees. Jain has been a maker since year dot, she goes under an another name – Cynefin Crafts, but she is also a Potter and a very talented one too.
Have a look at her instagram @jain_ceramics
The Little Cheesemonger
What is Christmas without cheese? The Little Cheesemonger is a finalist at go north wales’ tourism awards this year. Where else would you buy your christmas cheese from?
Based in Prestatyn The Little Cheesemonger have a huge selection of welsh cheeses or have a look on instagram @the_little_cheesemonger
Llanddwyn Fudge
My husband is obsessed with fudge. It is on his Christmas list every year. Hopefully Santa will swing by Llanddwyn Fudge on Anglesey and pick some up for a tasty Christmas day treat.
Have a look @llanddwynfudge and pick which flavor will be coming down your chimney.
Cariad Gin
The true meaning of shop local. This small business runs on family values. Down a small country lane in the Flintshire countryside you will find the smallest distillery in Wales. Find them on instagram @cariad_gin
If you know a gin lover, give them this truly unique gift. The marmalade and bay leaf gin is a festive delight. They have gift boxes to suit every budget.
Mum Who Bakes
Sam will bake your day better this Christmas. Her treat boxes are a perfect treat with a cosy Christmas film or whilst putting up the tree.
Sam has also got a bargain Christmas eve box too. For £5 you can order a Christmas eve box full of goodies for the young & the not so young.
All baked in her kitchen in Flintshire. Find her on instagram @mumwho_bakes
Coffi Dre
Ceurwyn, Tom & Haydn are behind this North Wales business. If you’re a coffee addict like me this is the perfect gift (HINT HINT hubby!) They have some fantastic gift sets featuring their own blend of coffee. Or why not splash out and go for a subscription – the gift that keeps on giving.
Find the trio in their coffee trailer around Caernarfon and beyond or on instagram @coffidre
Derw Coffee
Derw Coffee blends North Wales with Bali, Chris from North Wales and Intan from Bali. It is ethical and has 75% less sugar than regular liquors. What’s not to love.
Imagine a cold Christmas eve sipping a delicious liquour by the fireside. Treat your loved one to Derw Coffee’s award winning (and also loved by Alan Titchmarsh) Cold Brew Coffee Liquor this Christmas.
Have a look at their range on instagram @@derwcoffee
Hope Cottage Farm Shop
A truly local farm shop, their animals can be seen from Main Road in Broughton village. They sell everything from locally grown Christmas trees to everything for the perfect Christmas dinner.
Get into the spirit of shopping local this Christmas in North Wales at Hope Cottage Farm Shop. Have a look on their instagram @hopecottagefarmshop
Gemma has put together a gift for every budget. Her beautiful candles and wax melts are the perfect gift for your loved one this Christmas. Little Welsh Aromas is a vegan and cruelty free company and Gemma plants one tree for every order made through Justonetree.life.
The scents Gemma has created for Christmas are sensational – gingerbread man and candy cane. Yes please. Get one ordered today and fill your home with the scent of Christmas – link below or find her on instagram @littlewelsharomas
Little Welsh Aromas
Tree Bee Apothecary
Lesley and her girls are based in Flintshire, North Wales. They have created a luxury brand at a fraction of the cost. Their products are vegan and cruelty free too. Tree Bee Apothecary are dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint too.
Lesley is a qualified aromatherapist and that flows through into her soaps and candles, blissful scents that your loved one will adore. Have a look on instagram @treebeeapothecary
Coastal Craft Design
Coastal Craft Design is a family run business located on the beautiful North Wales coast. Amy is on instagram @coastal_craft_design
Amy created a range of bathroom products because she is passionate about all things handmade. Amy has hand selected the fragrance and colour. Inspired by the beauty of North Wales and its coastline, and she always wants to promote North Wales at every opportunity.
As a brand, they are vegan friendly (unless otherwise stated), cruelty and paraben free using PVC film wrap on their soaps, always striving to be plastic free where possible. At present they are 95% compostable and recyclable. What a fantastic sustainable company to support this Christmas.
Bridgepark Candles
Bridge Park Candle Company was founded in 2017, when Carol began making candles as a hobby to burn in her home.
Carol has a lovely little gift shop in the heart of Denbigh, North Wales. She still makes and sells her own range Bridge Park Candle Company products, but also stocks lots of other lovely things too. Carol supports other small independent businesses like hers wherever possible.
Pop into her shop or browse her gorgeous gift sets online, they will make a perfect gift this Christmas for someone you love. Carol is also on instagram @bridgepark_candles
Flawless Vegan Beauty
Flawless is an independent, woman owned, cruelty free and vegan skincare company based in North Wales. Their zero waste range was launched in 2019 as they witnessed the effects of plastic pollution across the world. Charmaine knew that Flawless could play a small part in reducing this impact with their unique values.
Support this small business this Christmas and have a look at their fantastic gift range on instagram @flawlessveganbeauty
Charismatic Cat
Jodie has created a hand made brand in Pen Llŷn, North Wales. Her scents are hand selected and they are scent-sational.
Check Jodie out on instagram @charismatic.cat
North Hills Farm
A cute farm shop just outside of Mold. They have a heard of reindeer that you can visit whilst selecting your Christmas tree.
Carols in the court yard and a selection of locally sourced gifts in the shop, treat yourself to one of their delicious hot chocolates whilst you’re there.
Who knew shopping local in North Wales could be such a festive experience. Have a look at all they have to offer @northhillsfarm
Making an Entrance
Wendy and Andy run a small, family business in Wales selling hand-made beautiful floral creations at their online shop and delivering them to your door. Wendy enjoys the creative side of the business and Andy looks after packaging and deliveries.
Wendy can create a stunning bespoke wreath for your door. Designed to have the wow factor and made with love.
Have a look at their web page below or find them on instagram @makinganentranceuk
Tufties Clothing
Tufties are a small three generation family business, selling children’s clothing which is handmade in Wales.
Mum, Laura ensures the fabrics are fun, soft and easy to take on and off for tricksy nappy changes – Nanna, Karen, makes the magic happen and sister, Claire is the style advisor.
It’s so important to them that children LOVE to wear their Tufties Clothing – who wouldn’t the prints are gorgeous. I’ve already got two jumpers in my basket!
@tuftiesclothing
Nee Nee's
Nee Nee’s have stunning handmade clothing and accessories perfect for stuffing your stockings with.
Your conscience will be clear shopping at Nee Nee’s as all of her reusable items are made using the offcuts from the clothes she makes. Her fabric is supplied from local suppliers also.
Check out their range on instagram @neenees_21
Martha Loves
Everyone needs pants at Christmas! Why not stuff your stocking with Rachel’s ‘you’re a mean one mr grinch’ boxers or a ‘ho ho ho’ scrunchie.
Rachel is based on the Llŷn Peninsula in North Wales and started up her business kitting out her five kids. Martha is her youngest who ‘loves’ her big girl pants.
Put a smile on a loved ones face this Christmas with Martha loves pants. They are so unique and such a fantastic gift. @marthalovesltd
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