Ideas for shopping small this Christmas

The school social calendar is ramping up with festive assemblies, carol concerts and parties… and we've even had our first sprinkling of snow, which must mean Christmas is on the way!

We all know this time of year can feel a tad overwhelming with so much to do and so little time, so we’ve pulled together some of our favourite small businesses who we will be shopping with this year. 

From clothing & accessories to gift sets, here are some ideas to get your Christmas shopping off to a flying start! This list is always evolving and growing - so do check back as we add to it. Plus we would love to hear your top tips also for some independent Christmas shopping this year.


CLOTHING, JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES

Dotty Dungarees

Founders Alice and Georgie say: “We remember growing up in dungarees and being free to explore the Great Outdoors with not a care in the world. So we set about trying to re-create that magic and nostalgia by imagining the perfect dungarees.” We absolutely adore these patchwork ones!

young girl wearing patchwork dungarees in a field


Ducky Zebra

Ducky Zebra creates colourful, organic and sustainable clothes for kind, confident kids. This year, we’ve spied their Roald Dahl collaboration PJs and are especially loving their ‘The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me’ print. 

two young children in blue pyjamas

 

Fresh Knits

Mega, mega cute hand-embroidered bespoke knits for kids and adults. See Laura’s instagram to discover her range of floral and festive designs or contact her directly to ask her for something completely bespoke! 



Lapis London 

We love co-founded, women-owned, small businesses here at Small & Wild! Owners of Lapis London, Jenny and Faye, make stunning gemstone jewellery that is not only delicate and beautiful but also seeks to enhance the wearer’s health and well-being. 

Gold and blue fan necklace



Marine Conservation Society

Ocean-themed jumpers, t-shirts and hoodies (they've even got some alternative Christmas jumpers!) all made sustainably in the UK to raise funds to save the sea - we love their range of notebooks too.

navy sweatshirt with christmas design

 

What Mother Made

Gorgeous clothes for adults and kids - all handmade in London with a zero waste policy. Clothes you know you would wear again and again! 




HOME & DECOR

Bundle Beds

Forget deflating air beds and hard roll mats, Bundle Beds have everything that you need for a brilliant night’s sleep in one bundle – yes, it’s ALL included! A super comfy self-inflating mattress, cosy duvet, comfy pillow and super soft bedding.

two kids laughing on a Bundle Bed
Our go-to every time for candles, made with 100% natural soy wax and pure essential oils and crafted in South East London. No paraffin, no synthetic fragrances—just clean, eco-friendly ingredients for a healthier burn.

 

The Fox Foundry

An independent online homewares store offering beautiful items for your home that are designed to last. They look to nature for inspiration and try to be as sustainable as possible to protect people and the planet. 



CRAFTS AND ART

Craft and Crumb

A delightful range of creative food kits, designed to spark kids’ imaginations whilst developing focus and kitchen skills. With a brilliant Christmas range including Reindeer Poop Cookies, Candy Cane Twists and Christmas Gnome Biscuits, there is definitely something for everyone. 

craft and crumb baking kit

 

Cotton twist

Super little stocking-ready craft kits in cute tins and packaging, we love their gingerbread keyrings and christmas decoration kits... we're looking forward to doing some of these in the Christmas holidays.

 

MakeBox & Co.

Founded by the brilliant Hannah, MakeBox & Co. delivers beautiful craft boxes to your door – and you can pick a monthly subscription or choose from a number of one-off projects. The range of Christmas craft projects ranges from felted tree decorations and intricate embroidery to hand painted wooden trees... now it's just how to choose!

Makebox Christmas nutcracker embroidery


STATIONERY, GIFT SETS & MORE


Bella + Phoenix

Graphic Designer and mum, Debbie, creates bold and fun screen prints, notebooks and more. We like that you can select from lined or plain for her A6 field notebooks, which make perfect stocking fillers. For under-the-tree we love her make your own t-shirt kits!

kraft screen printed bee notebook

 

Brown Paper Packages

Gift wellness this Christmas with positive gift packages from Brown Paper Packages. With the option to build your own box or select one that has been carefully curated, we love how there is something for everyone! 



Box Party - stocking fillers

Owner Libby curates a great selection of partyware and gifts. She has a section dedicated to Christmas and stocking fillers including legami pens, lie detectors and matchbox embroidery kits. 

 

World Wildlife Fund 

Did you ever think that you could fit an elephant under your tree? This Christmas you can with the World Wildlife Fund’s animal adoption program! From elephants to polar bears, adopting an animal helps restore habitats that wildlife relies on and is a step toward bringing our world back to life. 

 

We hope our directory gives you some lovely ideas for supporting some brilliant small businesses and shopping more sustainably this Christmas.

Festive wishes,

Team Small & Wild x