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Sock Academy has been named a finalist in the Fashion Accessories, Textiles and Jewellery category at the 2025 Gift of the Year Awards with their brand-new product Stay Groovy. Launched earlier this year, the colourful…
This year, we’re delighted to welcome New English Teas as a finalist in the 2025 Gift of the Year Awards with their beautifully curated Vintage Victorian Luxury Tea & Biscuits Gift Set. Known for combining…
With a flair for fun, creativity, and meaningful design, Pikkii has firmly established itself as a brand that knows how to make people smile. This year, they have outdone themselves — securing six finalist…
We are delighted to spotlight another finalist in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards – Ancient Wisdom, whose Crystal Elemental Soaps have been shortlisted in the Beauty, Bath & Spa category. Known…
Sustainable, stylish and proudly made in the UK, Coffeenotes is everything we love to see in a Gift of the Year finalist. Founded by Mandy Cooper, this brand is turning everyday waste into beautifully crafted notebooks…
We are very excited to shine a spotlight on Bronte by Moon, proud finalists in the Gift of the Year’s Made in the UK category with their Luxury British Lambswool Throw Collection. A brand steeped in rich …
This year, Puzzle Post has brought a clever twist to the festive table with their House of Games and The Official Traitors Christmas Crackers - earning them a finalist spot in the GOTY Festive & Occasions…
Celebrating the spirit of originality and craftsmanship, the Gift of the Year awards honour the bold ideas shaping the UK’s gifting industry. Among this year’s finalists is Mallowdramatic, a handcrafted…
We are delighted to spotlight La La Land, a finalist in the Fashion Accessories, Textiles & Jewellery category at this year’s Gift of the Year. As a brand that champions artists and creativity, La La …
As a Gift of the Year finalist in the Home Fragrance category, Clare Towers (right) and her team have impressed the judges with their Botanical Cast Fragrance Diffusers, a beautiful fusion of UK flora, craftsmanship…
At Dog & Bond, they believe that life is better with dogs - and ice cream! That’s why they created the Doggy Ice-Cream Kit, a fun and innovative way for pet parents to share a special treat with their…
Today, as we continue to celebrate our Gift of the Year finalists, we are featuring Zesty Lemons London. Zesty Lemons London are finalists in the Home Fragrance category with their beautifully designed…
Onneke, a brand known for its eco-friendly, hand-illustrated cards and gifts, is proudly celebrating its finalist spot in the prestigious Gift of the Year awards. This year, Onneke's unique Logbooks have captured…
Fox Under The Moon Wins The People’s Choice Award at The Gift of the Year Awards 2024 The Giftware Association is delighted to announce the winner of The People’s Choice Award as part of The Gift of…
Fox Under The Moon Wins The People’s Choice Award at The Gift of the Year Awards 2024 The Giftware Association is delighted to announce the winner of The People’s Choice Award as part of The Gift of…
Company Name: The Crafty Kit Company Product(s) in the Finalist: The Peaceful Pond Needle Felting Kit, Marie Curie Felt Daffodil Brooch, Hedgehog in a Hoop Painting with Wool Kit Can you tell me a bit about your…
Company Name: Gingko Design Product(s) in the Finalist: Amber Crystal Light and Alice Mushroom Lamp Can you tell me a bit about your business and the inspiration behind your products? We believe that good…
Company Name: Kimm & Miller (UK) Ltd. Product(s) in the Finalist: Make your own rolled ice cream kit Can you tell me a bit about your business and the inspiration behind your products? At Kimm…
The Gift of the Year team took time out to chat to House of Marbles on their glowing 50 year history, the appeal of simple pleasures and the morale boost that being a Gift of the Year finalist has given the team…
Find out more about the sustainable roots of OIR Soaps and the meaning behind their name, why they entered the awards and the access it has brought to their business. Company Name: Oir Soap Product(s) in the Finalist…
The Gift of the Year team spoke to Hayley from Dotty about Braille about her incredibly Innovative Braille Christmas Cards for the visually impaired, her journey to where she is now and why she entered the awards…
Company Name: Tyga Food Company Ltd Product(s) in the Finalist: Date Night in Bangkok Hamper Can you tell me a bit about your business and the inspiration behind your products? Our business began in 2008 with a…
Company Name: CONNETIX Product(s) in the Finalist: CONNETIX 102 Piece Rainbow Creative Pack & the CONNETIX 64 Piece Pastel Starter Pack Can you tell me a bit about your business and the inspiration…
Gift of the Year 2023 Blog Interviews | Nicole Elders Thank you for taking the time to speak to us. Can you start by introducing yourself and telling us about your brand? Hi, I am Nicole, I am the Director…