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Meet Our Artisans

The Craftspeople Behind Your Thoughtful Gifts

Every product in our gift boxes is crafted by talented artisans across Britain who share our passion for quality, sustainability, and authentic craftsmanship. Get to know the makers behind your gifts.

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Alex Allday

📍 Stoke on Trent

Alex Allday creates distinctive ceramic pieces from her studio at Middleport Pottery in Stoke-on-Trent, the heart of Britain's ceramic heritage. Working with traditional techniques and botanical transfers, Alex transforms functional pieces into works of art - from elegant soap dishes to sculptural wall planters. Her commitment to individual craftsmanship ensures that every piece carries the unique character that only comes from skilled hands, making her ceramics both beautiful and deeply personal.

Atlantic Blankets creates luxurious, ocean-inspired textiles from their coastal studio on Cornwall's north coast. Drawing daily inspiration from the Atlantic Ocean, they craft premium blankets using sustainable materials and 100% green energy. Partnering with ocean conservation charity Surfers Against Sewage, each consciously designed blanket celebrates our connection to the sea whilst supporting vital environmental protection. Their collection proves luxury and sustainability work in perfect harmony.

A family-founded artisan brand celebrating nature's exquisite creations through small-batch luxury products, from delicately crafted jewellery to home fragrances that transport you to timeless elegance. Rooted in a passion for quality craftsmanship and sustainability, each masterpiece is lovingly created by skilled artisans who weave purposeful creation and eco-friendly practices into every beautiful piece.

Founded by Annabel in Wigan, England, BellsByron Handmade creates beautiful knitted and sewn pieces for babies with meticulous attention to detail. Each item is lovingly handcrafted to be as unique and special as the child who receives it. Annabel's collection includes hand-knitted cardigans, booties, cosy blankets, and eco-friendly washcloths—all designed to provide comfort and style for newborns with genuine care and intention in every stitch.

Bradley's The Tannery crafts exceptional leather goods from their Shropshire workshop in Bridgnorth, combining traditional tanning methods with contemporary design. Every piece is cut, shaped, and finished entirely by hand using timeless techniques that have made British leather goods renowned worldwide. From premium gardening gloves to bespoke accessories, each item reflects their unwavering commitment to quality and carries the distinctive character that only comes from true artisan skill.

Caru (Welsh for "love") creates premium handcrafted liqueurs using sustainable methods and locally sourced honey. Born from Welsh heritage and lockdown creativity, each bottle tells a story of traditional flavours brought to life through eco-conscious artisanal distillation.

Cast & Wood is a father-daughter collaboration between craftsman Mark and creative daughter Hannah. They combine traditional woodworking with modern laser engraving to create sustainable wooden treasures from repurposed timber. Their elegant chopping boards and furniture pieces blend family craftsmanship with timeless artistry, creating heirloom-quality items with unmistakable character.

Celtic Artisan Spirits creates exceptional handcrafted spirits that celebrate the rich heritage of Celtic distilling traditions. Working with carefully selected botanicals and time-honoured methods, they produce distinctive spirits that capture the essence of their craft in every bottle. Each spirit reflects their commitment to artisan quality and traditional techniques, ensuring that every bottle carries the depth of flavour and character that only comes from passionate dedication to the distiller's art.

Handcrafted wooden gifts and homeware, made with care in the UK.

Citizen Spritz creates premium non-alcoholic concentrates that transform with sparkling water into sophisticated, complex drinks. Crafted with carefully selected botanicals and natural ingredients, each concentrate offers a refined alternative to traditional spirits whilst maintaining the depth and character that discerning drinkers expect. Their commitment to quality ensures every bottle delivers exceptional flavour and elegance.

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Cosy Cottage Soap

📍 Malton, Yorkshire

Handmade natural soaps free from sulphates, parabens and palm oil, created by qualified chemist Clara in small batches using sustainable practices.

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Cox & Co

📍 Stoke-on-Trent

Artisan chocolate makers creating sustainable, ethical bars with 100% guaranteed child and slave labour free supply chain, using single origin Colombian cacao.

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Dragon's Hoard

📍 Staffordshire

Handmade, organic, and natural beard grooming products.

Meet Rosemary Aicher of Drawn To Clay, an award-winning ceramic artist whose background in archaeology and art history brings unique depth to her work. With degrees from the University of Toronto, her handmade pottery reflects both scholarly insight and artistic excellence.

Meet Dan and the Elevate Lifestyle team, creators of stunning olive wood kitchenware from ancient, sustainably sourced trees. Each handcrafted piece showcases unique grain patterns and natural antibacterial properties, making them both beautiful and practical. Their commitment to sustainability means every bowl, board, and goblet tells a story of environmental responsibility. With bespoke design services and fully sustainable practices, they create truly unique pieces that elevate everyday dining experiences.

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English Honey Co

📍 Staffordshire

Family-run bee farming business operated by Master Beekeeper Richard Lindsey since 1978, with colonies throughout Staffordshire, Shropshire and Warwickshire countryside producing pure English honey.

Whimsical fairy doors, handcrafted to add magic to any garden or home.

Meet Brad and Marika of Fire & Wolf, creators of beautiful handcrafted soy candles and luxurious bath essentials designed to transform everyday moments. Their family-run business focuses on quality, creativity, and wellness, crafting each product with the finest natural ingredients.

Handmade floral jewellery, including earrings and pendants inspired by nature.

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Fruity Kitchen

📍 North Yorkshire

Mother and daughter team producing award-winning handmade preserves including jams, chutneys, marmalade and jellies using traditional methods in small batches without machines.

Meet Gillian McMillan, a master ceramic artist whose journey began at sixteen in Southport, Lancashire. With a Masters in Industrial Design from Stoke-on-Trent Polytechnic and professional experience at Myott Meakin, she brings exceptional expertise to her craft.

Glencairn creates the world's finest whisky glasses, designed specifically to enhance the tasting experience of premium spirits. Crafted with precision and endorsed by master distillers globally, their iconic glass shape concentrates aromas whilst providing the perfect vessel for appreciating fine whisky. Each glass reflects their dedication to functional excellence and their understanding that exceptional spirits deserve exceptional glassware.

Award-winning designers and makers Ed and Judy Glover have been handcrafting detailed, contemporary English pewter gifts since 1994 from their Wiltshire workshop, creating everything from nature-inspired spoons and tableware to delicate botanical jewellery. Using eco-friendly, lead-free pewter inspired by the British countryside and English heritage, each piece is lovingly hand-crafted and carries the quality marks of The Association of British Pewter Craftsmen.

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Goap

📍 Staffordshire

Handmade natural goat milk soap company producing plastic-free, palm-free products enriched with nourishing goat's milk for sensitive skin including those with psoriasis and eczema.

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Ground Effect Coffee Roasters

📍 Great Hucklow, Derbyshire

Hand-roasted specialty coffee company founded by aviation professional, using manual roasting methods with advanced technology and training from The London School of Coffee.

Handmade skincare and body care, including scrubs, butters, and salves.

Artisan domes featuring real damselfly wings, crafted for display.

Hazel Hayward Art creates distinctive contemporary artworks that capture the beauty and character of the British landscape. Working from her studio, Hazel combines traditional artistic techniques with modern sensibilities to produce pieces that resonate with collectors and art lovers alike. Each artwork reflects her keen eye for detail and her passion for translating the essence of nature into compelling visual narratives that bring warmth and personality to any space.

Heartlands Honey produces exceptional artisan honey from their carefully tended hives, capturing the pure essence of British wildflowers and seasonal blooms. Each jar reflects their commitment to sustainable beekeeping practices and their deep understanding of the craft, resulting in honey with distinctive flavour profiles that change with the seasons. Their dedication to quality ensures every golden drop carries the authentic taste of the British countryside.

Handmade textile art inspired by nature, perfect for unique decor.

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Hive and Honey

📍 Lancashire

Small-scale honey farming business that started as a garden hobby with two beehives, now producing raw single-origin honey and specialty craft-infused honey.

Handmade wildflower necklaces, capturing the beauty of nature in jewellery.

Into The Wild creates exceptional small-batch vodka that captures the pure essence of British distilling craftsmanship. Working with carefully selected ingredients and traditional distillation methods, they produce a distinctive spirit with remarkable clarity and smoothness. Each bottle reflects their commitment to artisan quality and their understanding that exceptional vodka requires patience, skill, and an uncompromising approach to the distiller's craft.

Jane Hooper UK creates exquisite handmade accessories and lifestyle products that blend traditional British craftsmanship with contemporary design. Working from her studio, Jane combines quality materials with meticulous attention to detail to produce distinctive pieces that reflect both functionality and style. Each item carries her commitment to exceptional making and her understanding that the finest accessories are those crafted with skill, passion, and an eye for enduring beauty.

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JayKay Pottery

📍 Staffordshire

Small independent ceramics studio creating handcrafted pottery pieces including functional tableware, decorative items, and bespoke ceramic work using traditional techniques and locally-sourced materials.

Hand-turned wooden bowls and plates, crafted from quality British wood.

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Kate Blue

📍 Manchester

Handcrafted pottery studio creating unique, nature-inspired ceramics including fairy houses, leaf dishes and vases, with each piece designed to bring joy and add a touch of magic to homes and gardens.

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Kent Brushes

📍 Apsley, Hertfordshire

World's oldest hairbrush manufacturer since 1777, handcrafting luxury brushes with Royal Warrants for nine successive monarchs.

Kinalba creates luxurious cashmere accessories from the finest Scottish cashmere, combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. Working with premium materials and time-honoured techniques, they produce exceptionally soft socks and accessories that embody Scottish textile heritage. Each piece reflects their commitment to quality and comfort, ensuring that every Kinalba product delivers the unparalleled warmth and elegance that only the finest cashmere can provide.

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Kirsty Williams Ceramics

📍 Deganwy, North Wales

Handmade functional stoneware homeware created in small batches from home studio, focusing on simple and minimal designs that are dishwasher and food safe.

Knitsbee UK creates charming handcrafted knitted accessories and home décor items that bring warmth and character to everyday life. Working with premium yarns and traditional techniques, they produce distinctive pieces that showcase the enduring appeal of British knitting craftsmanship. Each item reflects their passion for creating beautiful, functional pieces that carry the personal touch and quality that only comes from dedicated handmade artistry.

Meet Gemma of Little Welsh Aromas, proudly creating vegan soy candles and wax melts from her North Wales base since 2018. A patriotic mother and wife, she incorporates genuine Welsh heritage into every beautifully scented product whilst maintaining 100% cruelty-free and eco-friendly practices.

Louise Nixon creates distinctive illustrations and patterns from her studio in the Staffordshire Moorlands, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of the Peak District that surrounds her. Working with both traditional hand-drawing techniques and digital artistry, Louise transforms her observations of the natural world into compelling visual designs and patterns. Each piece reflects her deep connection to the British countryside and her skill in translating nature's intricate details into beautiful, contemporary art that brings the outdoors inside.

Lovely Little Sparrow transforms discarded materials into stunning jewellery and accessories through the creative vision of Joanne, who combines her background in pottery and jewellery design with a passion for sustainability. Working from ceramic finds sourced from local pottery landfills and repurposing vintage silver-plated cutlery, Joanne creates distinctive pendants, bookmarks, and rings that celebrate both uniqueness and environmental responsibility. Each handcrafted piece reflects her commitment to giving discarded treasures new life, proving that exceptional artistry can emerge from the most unexpected materials.

Award-winning handmade soap and natural skincare company producing small batch products using the best natural ingredients, offering refills to reduce waste packaging.

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MacBees

📍 Macclesfield, Cheshire

Local honey producer specializing in pure, raw honey harvested from beehives around the Macclesfield area, offering traditional beekeeping practices and locally-sourced honey products to the community.

Multi-award winning British baby clothing company that has revolutionised changing time with their ingenious hidden magnetic fasteners - no more fiddly poppers or tiny buttons, just simple style in seconds. Creating classic, timeless babywear inspired by British heritage, all lovingly made in England from beautiful soft cotton with that magical twist that makes parents' lives easier.

Maki's Flowering Art transforms nature's fleeting beauty into timeless treasures, preserving real flowers in resin to create handmade jewellery pieces that capture perfect moments forever.

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Mark Gittins Ceramics

📍 Nottinghamshire

Independent pottery studio run by Mark Gittins, creating handcrafted ceramic pieces including functional pottery, artistic vessels, and bespoke commissioned work using traditional wheel throwing and glazing techniques.

Hand painted shells featuring Highland cattle, blending art and nature.

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Mersea Mudd Shack

📍 Mersea Island, Essex

Eco-friendly handmade cosmetics and giftware company specializing in beeswax products including candles, soaps, and melts using locally-sourced beeswax and honey, with plastic-free packaging and zero-waste manufacturing practices.

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Miller's

📍 Derbyshire Peak District

Family bakery with over 100 years of history, handcrafting biscuits and crackers using traditional bronze rollers and methods, with natural ingredients and butter churned in England.

A mother and daughter duo on a mission to make eco-friendly living more affordable and accessible through their handmade sustainable products for a plastic-free lifestyle. Creating everyday eco essentials that are zero waste, vegan-friendly, and completely plastic-free, they're passionate about making sustainable choices attainable for everyone.

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Moorland Pottery

📍 Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent

Traditional pottery using hand-crafted methods for over 60 years, specializing in 'Stokie ware' mugs and regionally themed ceramics celebrating British culture.

Handmade soaps in a variety of natural scents, gentle on the skin.

O'Donnell Moonshine creates exceptional handcrafted spirits that blend traditional distilling methods with contemporary innovation. Working with carefully selected ingredients and time-honoured techniques, they produce distinctive moonshine with remarkable character and smoothness. Each bottle reflects their commitment to artisan quality and their understanding that exceptional spirits require patience, skill, and an uncompromising approach to the craft of distillation.

Penseru Knitter Network represents a collective of exceptional British knitters who create our most treasured pieces, from delicate baby cardigans to intricate rompers and accessories. Working with premium natural fibres, these skilled artisans employ traditional techniques passed down through generations to craft heirloom-quality garments. Each piece emerges from their needles with the distinctive character and superior quality that only comes from individual craftsmanship, ensuring that every knitted treasure in our collections tells its own story of British textile excellence.

The Penseru Regal Knitters are an elite group of artisans renowned for their exceptional knitting skills and unwavering attention to detail. Their ultra-talented hands have crafted exquisite knitted products, some of which have even graced the collections of the Royal Family. Each piece they create embodies a legacy of unparalleled craftsmanship and regal elegance.

Meet Courtney of Petals & Pots, an expert florist with 23 years of industry experience creating unique floral designs from her Market Street shop in Downpatrick. Since owning the business in 2010, she leads a creative team committed to exceptional service and bespoke arrangements.

Meet Janet "Jan" Morgan of Planet Janet, a ceramic artist from South Wales creating quirky, original pottery that brings nature and fantasy creatures to life. Working in white earthenware with coloured underglazes, she crafts both functional ware and whimsical ornaments. Using techniques like sculpting, carving, and sgraffito, Jan transforms clay into enchanting pieces that tell stories and spark imagination.

Handmade pottery bottle ovens and cross stitch ceramics, inspired by tradition.

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Proper Roast

📍 Manchester

Independent small batch single origin coffee roaster sourcing the best beans from around the world, specializing in freshly roasted specialty coffee with a focus on quality, variety, and unique flavors.

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Rae Downey Ceramics

📍 Stoke-on-Trent

Ceramic artist creating functional pottery and sculptural pieces, combining traditional techniques with contemporary practice, working from the heart of the potteries in Stoke-on-Trent.

Sister duo ceramics studio creating handmade ceramics using traditional craft techniques, offering services from design concept to realization including slip casting, thrown pottery, and hand-building for small batch production and bespoke projects.

Riverside Spirits creates exceptional handcrafted spirits that capture the essence of artisan distilling excellence. Working with carefully selected ingredients and traditional methods, they produce distinctive spirits with remarkable depth and character. Each bottle reflects their commitment to quality craftsmanship and their understanding that exceptional spirits require patience, skill, and an uncompromising approach to the distiller's art.

Root2Ginger bring authentic Caribbean ginger drink traditions to Manchester through Deanne's premium artisan concentrates. Using her family's cherished recipe with cold-pressed Peruvian ginger root and organic ingredients, she creates fiery drinks with genuine heritage and health benefits.

Epoxy resin wooden coasters, handmade with artistic detail.

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Sarah Hallam Ceramics

📍 Stoke-on-Trent

Handcrafting pottery studio specializing in one-of-a-kind wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramic creations, with a focus on experimental glazing techniques and unique clay work by local artisan Sarah Hallam.

Electroformed copper leaf art and jewellery, inspired by nature.

Handmade ceramic vases, each piece crafted with kiln-fired artistry.

Handmade soaps in a variety of scents, gentle and nourishing for the skin.

Meet Sting in the Tail, Lake District innovators crafting eco-friendly toiletries and unique gifts for over 30 years from their Morecambe Bay headquarters. Specialising in products for active lifestyles - from cyclists to gardeners - they source and manufacture as many components as possible in the UK.

Hot honey infused with scotch bonnet, blending sweetness and heat.

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The Fine Cheese Co

📍 Bath, Somerset

Leading artisan cheese specialists for over 30 years, maturing and sourcing traditionally-made British and European cheeses, with expertise in raw milk cheese affinage.

Handmade and hand-knitted mice, each with unique character and charm.

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The Pottery Trials

📍 Holmfirth, West Yorkshire

Independent pottery studio creating handcrafted ceramic pieces including decorative bowls, functional tableware, sculptural vessels, and glazed pottery with experimental techniques, showcasing a diverse range of artistic ceramic work from wheel-thrown forms to hand-built sculptural pieces.

Handmade hand and body lotions in distinctive, natural fragrances.

Producers of world-leading superfood heather honey with 10x more manganese than any other honey, sourced from Lothians, Dumfriesshire, Stirlingshire, Fife and Aberdeenshire.

Creating enchanting heirloom toys from her Cheshire studio, this talented artisan hand-sews each bear, bunny, and mouse using premium natural fabrics in soft, muted tones. Each creation is lovingly dressed in miniature vintage-inspired clothing with exquisite attention to detail, making them treasured companions that embody the very essence of thoughtful British craftsmanship.

Meet Katy of Tiger Moth Art, a passionate Liverpool artisan creating stunning bespoke dried flower arrangements from her charming flower cabin. Specialising in personalised bouquets, frames, and wreaths, she brings natural beauty to weddings, christenings, and special gifts.

Handmade fudge in classic and creative flavours, crafted for indulgence.

Handmade jewellery inspired by nature, including bee and butterfly designs.

Handmade chutneys and desserts, blending traditional recipes with unique flavours.

Handcrafted wooden cottages, made with attention to detail and charm.

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Tregothnan

📍 Near Truro, Cornwall

Britain's first tea estate, growing tea on 150 acres in a unique microclimate since 1999, blending Cornish leaves with finest Assam and Darjeeling.

Handmade ceramic earrings and dishes, inspired by flowers and the sea.

Meet Valentina of VRJJ Candles, creating luxurious vegan soy candles from her Manchester studio with the belief that scent connects deeply to memory and emotion. Each candle is lovingly hand-poured in small batches to ensure perfection, offering 40+ hour burn times with sustainable, cruelty-free ingredients.

Meet the family behind The Wheat Bag Company, creating superb quality handmade wheat bags and home accessories from their small Wiltshire workshop. As a long-established British business, they pride themselves on craftsmanship that sets their products apart from mass-produced alternatives. Using 100% cleaned English wheat and exclusive in-house designed fabrics featuring Highland cattle, penguins, and rainbows, each product combines therapeutic benefits with beautiful design.

Handmade wooden animal toys, crafted for imaginative play and learning.

Handcrafted wood pendants with resin and Celtic designs, made with care.

Raw honey, beeswax candles, soaps, and creams, all made from Cheshire honey.

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Wriggly Tin

📍 Leek, Staffordshire

Handmade natural soaps and skincare in small batches, plastic-free and palm oil-free, using goat milk and botanical ingredients with no parabens or sulphates.

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