Independent online shops

[TheDrsDocMartens]

I’ve shared a few on the bargain thread but I think it’s worthy of its own thread. Add your own stores you recommend.

www.cartmelvillageshop.co.uk/online

www.aluminiumart.co.uk/

shopandonart.bigcartel.com/products

www.thegodmotherdesigns.co.uk/shop.html

www.travelsnackbox.com/store

Thanks for this thread, I've picked up a few nice things

hamptonhobbiesandgames.co.uk/

This family run business has a great selection of boardgames for all ages. Very prompt delivery service too (for anyone reading this in ireland, or sending a gift to Ireland, shipping is free over 30euro).

I love these brands

Iggy box - candle subscription service
iggybox.co.uk

Nikola candela - beautiful candles - smell amazing nickola-candela.com

Elenge - beautiful Shea butter - small business www.elenge.london

This thread is wonderful, thank you! So many websites I didn't know about.

Buy your books from www.hive.co.uk/ instead of Amazon.

They give a percentage of the sale to an independent bookshop of your choice.

www.redbikeleatherworks.co.uk/ gorgeous hand stitched leather products. I discovered at a craft fair and coveted one of her wallets afterwards for months until DH got the hint. Lovely products and great service.
Think someone already said but www.polarpost.co.uk/ for magical Christmas things for kids.

I've recently discovered a Facebook group 'handmade Christmas UK' lots of independent sellers via etsy and Facebook. You can also post asking for specific recommendations.

The Worm that Turned, garden gifts (and some Christmas stuff) based in Nottingham I believe. Pretty quick delivery:

www.worm.co.uk

Stocking fillers and party bag toys, again quick delivery:

little things.co.uk

Yumbles advertises nice chocolates, deli foods, vegan foods, alcohol from different makers:

yumbles.com

Sorry should be www.thelittlethings.co.uk

For lovely goats milk hand made soaps:

billyandlillys.co.uk/shop/?fbclid=IwAR2S3CDNUzntRFPrjD9xtyG0DQdLGuemPptSIatQFtjCUA-NXck4FNkM0bM

cyrilssoapshed.co.uk/

I’ve bought from both and they’re really lovely.

Crayon Box sell the coolest little crayons - the play tubs are amazing value - DS loves them!

For the best crumbly tablet fudge ever:

www.yarasfudge.co.uk/

I love this thread and have found a few treasures from the recommendations here.

Having now had my liquorice arrive, I can vouch for
myliquorice.co.uk/
The mixed taster bags are currently on offer.

tillyanna.co.uk/collections/christmas

They are based in Wales & do hessian/canvas personalised shoppers, cushions & c
I have had a couple of items from there & quality is excellent - usually discount code for 1st order on sign up, offers throughout year & at moment no delivery cost & discount on Christmas itemshristmas stocking etc

Love the stuff on eastendpress.com/
They’re based in Glasgow. Beautiful Christmas decorations and garlands. I haven’t ordered yet as just can’t decide what to add to the basket!

Great thread!

@FilthyforFirth have a look on Trouva I think you'll be spoilt for choice

www.madebymostyn.co.uk

Cute bibs and other bits

www.loveve.co.uk gorgeous vegan soaps with a small crystal in

www.selfcarecompany.com my favourite candles, they smell amazing, soy wax and essential oils

www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CarolineBeddardArt gorgeous textile art relating to Cornwall, and also Wales. Lovely Xmas decorations, purses, pictures and jar lights

www.scillysucculents.co.uk great succulents posted out from the Isles of Scilly, I was given them as a gift and they are really healthy looking

Sorry haven't read the thread but I love Hoods Honey - not just honey but lovely handwash/hand cream/candles etc. You can opt for a free gift bag to finish things off nicely.
Also Devonheaven for cream teas delivered to your door.
Used both of these to send little gifts to adult DC's during lockdown and can vouch for their great service. [Sorry if already mentioned - don't have time to RTT right now but have bookmarked to read this evening.]

www.friendlysoap.co.uk/

Plastic free and ethical soap and shampoo bars (and accessories)

www.facebook.com/TheSecretSeamstress/

Beautiful fabric wreaths, face masks and other crafts.

Great thread!

Great thread

Coco Chemistry link here
Artisan choc, think hotel chocolate but nicer, much, much nicer.
Can vouch for the chocolate salamis, make a great gift too

www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ReadingRoomCandleCo

For beautiful literary themed candles, classics and modern books and themes.