Gifts they’ll actually love (that aren’t slippers, candles or tat)

Finding the perfect Christmas gift shouldn’t feel like a chore - or involve panic-buying another pair of novelty socks. Whether you’re shopping for your mum, your best friend, or that impossible-to-buy-for man in your life, we’ve rounded up our favourite gift ideas that are creative, thoughtful, and totally unique.

This is your no tat, no slippers, no stress gift guide. 

For Mum: Think thoughtful, creative, and beautiful, because she deserves something special. A project + a gorgeous item = gifting magic ✨

Flower Tote Bag - For stylish mums who love a project.

Flower Pouch & Seeds Gift Set - For mums that love their garden in bloom

Stitch Jewellery Wrap - The perfect travel companion for a sparkly mum who like a trip away

Veggie Tea Towel - So much more than your normal tea towels

For Kids: Because we’ve all seen too many toys that last five minutes (and then break). These are keepsake gifts that spark creativity and imagination.

Kids Passport Cover - A DIY kit they can stitch themselves and learn the fun of stitching! 

Luggage Tag - Stitch their initials for them, or even a figure of them for max fun! 

Pencil Case - A special case they can be proud to bring back to school

For Crafters: The crafters in your life already have all the essential tools - so give them something inspiring to use them on!

Star Sign kits - Know any stitchers that have an interest in astrology? Done!

Craft Tools Pouch - An embroidery kit and place to store their bits & bobs in one!

Stitch Luggage Tag - A fun project to create their own perfectly unique travel tag

Skull Scissors - Shockingly fun, and sharp. They won't have scissors like this in their kit! 

For Friends: Let’s be honest - your friends already have enough candles. Give them something more thoughtful (and far less predictable).

Glasses Case - Stylish, useful, and customisable.

Stitch Passport Cover - Special, creative and travel-ready

Cocktail Tote Bag - Cute and practical - this tote is for your bestie who loves a margarita

Cocktail Napkins - These embroidered napkins are completely gorgeous. Stitched, or not.

For Him: From the jet-setter to the design-lover, these are the rare “gifts for him” that won’t end up in the drawer of doom.

Map Travel Tag - Subtle and cool - he can add stitches for each trip, and proudly display on his suitcase 

Cork Globe - Plan trips in 3D, plus it will look cool in his home office

Passport Cover - Our classic Stitch Passport Cover in soft real leather is always a hit

Travel Notebook - A notebook to record trips, or take notes for work, the perfect gift

🎄 Wrap it up beautifully

I hope this gives you some great ideas! Every Chasing Threads kit is designed to be beautifully giftable - ready to wrap, pop in a stocking, or send straight to someone special.

Whether you’re shopping for makers, travellers, or the creatively curious, our kits are gifts that inspire, not clutter. Happy shopping 💝