The Doers Christmas Gift Guide 2021
It’s that time of the year again.
The festive season is officially on its way and with everyone starting their Christmas shopping earlier this year we thought we would share our gift guide for 2021. Perfect for that freelancer in your life, we’ve scoured our favourite independent and small businesses to bring you the ultimate gift guide!
For the home workspace
The perfect coffee mug | Venner Store
Mornings up and down the country are made better by a dose of coffee, and how better to enjoy it than a beautiful mug? This handmade striped ceramic mug is the perfect gift for any freelancer working from home.
Not only is it the vessel to carry the caffeinated goodness, but it’s also truly beautiful and one of a kind.
The aesthetic print | Rose England London
Another perfect give for those working from home, this Columbia Road print is sure to brighten your home office walls even on the gloomiest days. Printed here in the UK, this would be perfect as part of a gallery wall or a stand-alone to bring smiles all-round.
The mood-setting scent | OHROS London
All home workspaces are made better with a good scent, at The Doers we’re a huge fan of OHROS. Soy wax candles that are hand-poured in East London, not only do they smell delicious they truly look it too.
We’re in love with this ceramic collection, perfect for any workspace!
The tidy-it-all-away crates | Sunday Living
We couldn’t not mention our very own Allie’s brand Sunday Living. These pastel stacking storage crates are a great and fun way to add a little pop of colour to your office organisation.
Ban unsightly cables, paperwork and stationery away whilst adding a little joy to your workspace.
The must-have desk greenery | Concrete Jungle
We all know a good plant is essential to any workspace, whilst some actually do purify the air, we’re more here for the aesthetic. Adding a little greenery is sure to make your desk feel like a fun place to be.
We love these plant and concrete pots from Concrete Jungle. Hand-poured in London and carefully curated with the perfect plans. Ready to gift without the faff of trying to find a pot - a real bonus!
For the avid reader
The unique book | Hoxton Mini Press
Is there anything better than having a book on your coffee table that you can’t help but pick up and flick through? Hoxton Mini Press has a heap load of beautiful, unique books - perfect for your stylish friend.
We love this London In The Snow book, how better than to add a little festive feel to your book gifting this year?
The goal-setting paperback | Papersmiths
We all have those friends that are setting themselves big goals, this read by Alan Moore is the perfect gift for those non-fiction fiends. After all, self-improvement is always a winner, right?
Alan has written several books in the same format, so why not pick out a few to make a bespoke bundle!
The monthly subscription | Bookishly
For those speed-reading loved ones, how about a book subscription? That way they can speed through a book a month, and hey this particular bundle from Bookishly comes complete with a chocolate bar. It’s truly a win-win present!
Whether you gift for a month or two, this gift is a perfect way of giving the gift of reading.
The perfect library scent | Our Lovely Goods
There is truly a scent for everything these days, and for those book-lovers that love the nostalgic smell of old libraries and paper-back books. This candle from Our Lovely Goods will go down an absolute treat!
Pair this with a good read and you have yourself the perfect present.
The perfect book accessory | Papersmiths
In need of a stocking filler? Why not add this unique leaf style bookmark to your basket. With its fun style, your friend will never forget who bought this gift for them.
This is the perfect stocking filler or secret Santa gift for your book-loving friend.
For the foodie
The handcrafted chocolate | Bare Bones
Can you ever go wrong with a chocolate gift? We think not. This hand-crafted bean to bar chocolate is a great token of appreciation. Handmade in Glasgow, containing all of their signature flavours, the recipient of this will be absolutely spoilt for choice!
For a perfect tipple | Rock Rose Gin
Another Scottish gem, this Rock Rose Gin is not only a tasty delight for gin lovers, but it’s not too bad on the eyes either. A great addition to any bar cart, plus with its small-batch creation - you’re sure to have a unique present on your hands.
Got a sustainability-conscious friend to buy for? Add a soap pump on to your order, and this bottle can easily be turned into a beautiful hand wash dispenser after use!
The monthly coffee drop | Assembly Coffee
Know a coffee connoisseur? This is the perfect gift for them, a coffee subscription from Assembly coffee. Each month a new roast gets dropped to their door for them to enjoy.
Forget boring coffee mornings, this monthly taste drop will be sure to excite even those most particular of coffee drinkers.
The show-stopping gift | Blushing Cook
Fancy making a big impression? This floral brownie package will be a brilliant surprise through any post box. Not only are the pressed flowers unique and beautiful, but they’re totally edible too.
We also think it’s acceptable to follow the one for them, one for you rule on this present too!
