Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year, even though it's cold the lights and a bit of sparkle can lift the greyest of days. I know it will feel a little different this year and it's more important than ever to take care of friends and family, but I wanted to do a quick round up of things to brighten your home, or someone else's, for under £50.
£32
Affordable artwork makes a great pick-me-up for yourself or as a gift - Louise has so many amazing original pieces for under £100 and they're all ruddy lovely.
from £12
Ceramics make such great gifts and Studio Arhoj has the best whimsical pieces that will make you smile when you reach into your kitchen cupboard every morning. From espresso cups to breakfast bowls to ornaments, we love them all (especially the ghosts)!
Interior Designer's Coffee Table books
£16
An easy way to update your shelf or coffee table and give some inspiration from to boot!
£42 for 3 months
Alternatively send them a little treat every month with a subscription to the Rare Birds Book Club. Pick between their two female-authored fiction choices each month or leave it a mystery to get a surprise!
from £8
Anything from Cowshed is a treat and there's a range of gifts to suit any budget and such a nice treat after a stressful year. If you're feeling flush go for one of their signature massages - you won't regret it!
£14
Up your Friday post-work gin with these beauties, a couple of miniatures and some tonics and you're good to go! This is my kinda Christmas present...
£38
If you've got friends or family that live in a small space, these snazzy mini trees will brighten up their space and add some Christmas cheer - there's a few styles to choose from including one where you can make the decorations yourself...which feels like a good way to pass the time these days! Because this year has been so crap I've opted for the bright one here!
£29.99
Can't go wrong with a vase, can't go wrong with monochrome so this H&M beauty ticks all the boxes and for a hand-finished piece is such amazing value.
All around £20
Such a cool concept, you'll find soaps, candles and chocolate all shaped like the humble brick but in such a fab range of colours, for the person who has everything a brick might be the answer!
And just a few over £50 if you fancy spending a little bit more - because they're too lovely!
£69
I love love love this blanket, so affordable for a lambswool throw and comes in so many great colours that will suit many different schemes, my favourites are the blue, green (of course) and the beige which is coming soon!
Fancy candles are always a winner in my book, with this Diptique Christmas set (£60) filled with their classics is just too beautiful to pass up!
£60
So many lovely treats in a Liberty wash bag - yes please!
£115
This is a mega treat but so worth it, lasts all day and smells divine!
C x