2026 Finalists - David & Charles
We’re delighted to introduce David & Charles Ltd, finalists in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards, with their beautifully inventive product The Bouquet in a Book: Spring. Speaking with Lizzie Kaye…
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We’re delighted to introduce David & Charles Ltd, finalists in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards, with their beautifully inventive product The Bouquet in a Book: Spring. Speaking with Lizzie Kaye…
We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on UnderSky, finalists in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards with their wonderfully creative Grab & Go Outdoor Activity Cards. Founded by Kathryn McNally and…
As part of our Gift of the Year 2026 Finalist Spotlight series, we’re delighted to be speaking with Sophia Agnew from Widdop & Co., whose beautifully character‑led Softies range has been named a finalist…
As part of our Gift of the Year 2026 finalist spotlight, we’re delighted to be catching up with Nikki Garner from Inside Out Toys, whose Jumini Giftable Collection has been shortlisted in the Children&rsquo…
As part of our Gift of the Year 2026 finalist spotlight, we’re delighted to be catching up with Nikki Garner from Inside Out Toys, whose Jumini Giftable Collection has been shortlisted in the Children&rsquo…
We’re excited to shine a spotlight on Belly Button Designs, one of this year’s Gift of the Year finalists, with their beautifully charming Mini Porcelain Heart Boxed Decoration. Founded on a passion…
We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on Wag & Wool, finalists in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards for their beautifully considered Tails of Scotland collection, created in collaboration with …
We’re delighted to shine a light on Eco-Able, finalist in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards, with their beautifully thoughtful children’s book About Hedgehog. Created by founder Dani Seatter…
Known for their beautifully crafted screen‑printed bone china mugs and design-led gifts, mclaggan+co has built a strong reputation for thoughtful storytelling and everyday usefulness. This year, the Scottish brand…
Elitetins has been crafting standout tinware since 1985, building a reputation for quality, originality and design-led gifting. This year, the brand is celebrating its place as a Gift of the Year finalist with …
We’re delighted to spotlight Charlie & Ivy’s, finalists in this year’s Gift of the Year awards, with their beautifully considered Bread Dipper Tasting Set. Founded in 2014 and still proudly…
We’re delighted to catch up with Stephen Woodman, from Sting in the Tail, following his success as a Gift of the Year finalist with the beautifully inventive OriBon. Based in the Lake District, Sting in the…
We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on Heather Watherston, founder of Whiz Kid Games Ltd, whose product Go Genius Great Britain has been named a finalist in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards. Designed…
We’re delighted to catch up with Demi Pendakis, Founder of FYG, following her Gift of the Year finalist recognition for the Back to Basics Candle Range. In this interview, Demi shares the inspiration behind…
We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on Letterbox Love, one of this year’s Gift of the Year finalists, recognised for their beautifully thoughtful Gem Jar Crystal Chip Bracelets. Founded by husband-…
Company Name: Spice Kitchen Product(s) in the Finalist: Feasting Kit Range Congratulations on being a finalist! How does it feel to be recognised in this year’s Gift of the Year awards? It feels incredibly…
We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on The Foxglove Tree, created by Clare Towers, who is a finalist in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards – Made in UK category. Clare’s beautifully tactile…
We’re delighted to spotlight Playpress Toys Ltd, whose imaginative Legends Castle has earned its place as a Gift of the Year 2026 Finalist. Led by founder Melvin Wright, Playpress is known for creating sustainable…
We’re delighted to sit down with Anne-Clare Ribbons, founder of the beautifully mindful craft brand Cotton Twist, whose Solar System Craft Kit and Stitched Christmas Tree Decoration Kit have both earned a…
We’re delighted to shine a spotlight on Joe Davies, whose beautiful Fox Under The Moon collection has secured finalist positions across three categories in the 2026 awards. In this interview, Paul Hooker…
Blade & Rose has been recognised in the 2025 Gift of the Year Awards, winning the Branded Gift category with their Gruffalo Collection. Known for its playful designs and signature character leggings…
Santoro, the design house celebrated for its creativity and innovation, has taken home a Gift of the Year Award for their enchanting Pirouette Cards. These intricate 3D pop-up designs wowed the judges with their…
We caught up with Rachael Carpenter from Pikki, whose innovative products Zip It!, Thirsty Planter, and Write Me Roses impressed the judges and secured them three wins at Gift of the Year 2025. From playful, fast…
Urban Farm-It has been recognised in the 2025 Gift of the Year Awards, winning the Ethical & Sustainable category with their innovative mushroom-growing kit. Created during lockdown by founder Elliot Webb, …