The Christmas gift guide for her
For the mums, the friends, the sisters and all the brilliant women in your life.
Finding the perfect gift for the women in your life can be tricky. The mums, the sisters, the best friends, the ones who always remember everyone else's birthdays and somehow keep everything ticking along.
So this year, we've put together a little Christmas wishlist filled with thoughtful finds, handmade treasures and a few lovely local businesses we think deserve a little love.
From colourful keepsakes to beautiful jewellery, little luxuries and things to make someone feel properly spoiled, here's a little inspiration for the women who make life brighter.
Little treasures with lots of heart
Sometimes the loveliest gifts are the ones that have been made by hand. Full of character, colour and little details that make them feel special.
1. Block Party Earrings | £8.50
A little colour, a little attitude and a lot of personality. Perfect for someone who likes their accessories to make a statement.
2. Hand-Painted Heart Canvas | £30
A colourful piece to brighten up a wall and bring a little love into someone's home. A lovely gift for someone who appreciates something a bit different.
3. Pom Pom Keyring | £3.99
A little pop of colour for keys, handbags or backpacks. A fun little treat that makes a brilliant stocking filler too.
4. Trinket Tray | Sale, now £5.70
For rings, earrings, little treasures and all those bits and pieces that need a home. A lovely addition to a bedside table or dressing table.
5. Llama | £14.75
A little character with plenty of charm. A colourful keepsake for someone who loves something a bit quirky and different.
6. Brass Hoop Earrings | £11.99
A timeless little addition to any jewellery collection. Easy to wear, effortlessly stylish and a lovely everyday gift.
7. Incense | £1.99
A little moment of calm, all wrapped up in a tiny treat. Perfect for creating a cosy atmosphere and taking a few minutes for yourself.
8. Handmade Beaded Glass Earrings | £14.99
Beautifully handmade with colour and character. A lovely statement piece for someone who likes their jewellery to be anything but ordinary.
9. Llama Pom Pom Print | £38
A little bit of Cheekymono personality for the walls. Colourful, playful and guaranteed to bring a smile to someone's face.
A little local love: Our Folkestone Christmas wishlist
One of the loveliest things about living in Folkestone is the brilliant collection of independent businesses and creative people doing their thing right here on our doorstep.
This Christmas, I'm giving a little shout-out to a few local favourites that have made it onto my wishlist. If you're looking for something special, these are well worth a visit...
A little time for herself: Olivia Wellness
Sometimes the best gift is a chance to stop, switch off and have someone else look after you for a change. A massage from Olivia Wellness is just the ticket. A little time to relax, recharge and feel like yourself again. Their gift vouchers are a lovely way to give someone some well-deserved me-time.
Something beautiful: Onda Cove
I'm loving this necklace from Onda Cove. Shop online or pop into their lovely little spot at The Good Yard on Folkestone Harbour Arm.
A little everyday luxury: The Handmaidens Soap Company
Elevate bath time with gorgeous handcrafted soaps by @melhandmaidens.
Beautifully made and full of character, they're a lovely little treat for someone who deserves a bit of everyday luxury. Find them on The Old High Street in Folkestone or on Instagram at @melhandmaidens.
Something warming: Orchard Lane Coffee House
For the coffee and chai lovers, I'm adding Masala Chai syrup from Orchard Lane Coffee House in Sandgate to my wishlist. Perfect for making a warming chai at home and adding a little something special to a cosy afternoon.
A little Kentish cool: LAES
We couldn't leave this one off the list! The Costa del Kent Relax Fit Tee from LAES is a brilliant gift for someone who loves a bit of local style. A little nod to our corner of the world, with a relaxed fit and plenty of personality. Shop online at LAES.
Let them choose something they really love
Not sure what to buy? Give them a little colour and let them choose!
A cheekymono gift card makes a lovely present for someone who enjoys discovering something special. And if they're drawn to our beautiful Peruvian homeware, a £30 gift card will buy them one of our gorgeous Peruvian blankets.
We've got some lovely new colours in, so there's plenty to choose from.
It's also a lovely way to give someone the freedom to pick something they'll truly treasure.
The cheekymono gift card
The gift for the woman who knows what she likes and likes what she knows
A little reminder to shop small this Christmas
We know it's easy to head straight to the big retailers when Christmas shopping gets busy. But behind every independent business is a real person, a family, a dream and a whole lot of hard work.
When you shop small, you're doing more than buying a present. You're supporting someone's livelihood, helping a local business grow and keeping independent shops and makers doing what they love.
You don't have to buy everything locally or spend a fortune. Even one thoughtful purchase can make a difference. So this Christmas, take a little time to discover the brilliant businesses around you. Visit the independent shops, explore the local makers and share the businesses you love with your friends.
Let's make a little more room for independent businesses under the Christmas tree. Shop small. Give thoughtfully. Spread a little joy.
Thank you, love, Cheekymono x
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