Support UK small businesses: the Do Crew Christmas gift guide 2025
It’s that magical time again - the Do Crew Christmas Gift Guide is here, showcasing the wonderful products, thoughtful services and heartfelt creativity of our incredible community.
Whether you’re looking for meaningful gifts, delicious treats, confidence-boosting experiences or something special to welcome the new year, this guide is packed full of joy, personality and small business brilliance.
So pop the kettle on, settle in and enjoy discovering what these fab Do Crew-ers have been lovingly creating. And yes, you’re absolutely allowed to buy something for yourself. It’s practically a festive rule.
For kids, cosy souls and lovers of magical stories
Sara Starling’s Bubbling Toad Stories, Volume One audiobook is pure cosy magic - a warm hug of whimsical storytelling, recorded in Sara’s soothing voice, complete with immersive sound design.
Join the Mole, the Skittering Mouse and the Bubbling Toad for heartwarming adventures inspired by a real place you can visit. It’s the kind of story that stays with you long after you listen.
This audiobook is perfect for kids aged 6 to 9, adults who want something calming at bedtime, or anyone who adores gentle, magical tales.
Prices vary depending on platform, and you can download it from Sara’s website, where you can also explore her voiceover work.
For people who adore meaningful, handcrafted gifts
Denise of Denalis Jewellery - Snowflake Collection
Denise’s new Snowflake Collection brings a little winter magic to your jewellery box. Made from zero-waste fine silver precious metal clay, each delicately textured snowflake glistens like freshly fallen snow and arrives in a beautiful white gift box. These pieces make thoughtful, sustainable gifts that feel luxurious and deeply personal.
Perfect for nature lovers, winter babies and anyone who appreciates meaningful, slow-made jewellery, the collection ranges from £34 to £45. UK delivery is available (excluding NI), and you can browse the full collection on Denise’s website. If a seasonal collection isn't quite what you're looking for, do take a look at the Denalis website for their other collections including nature and art inspired pieces.
Denise’s email subscribers also receive 10% off.
Shaimaa Elsadek of Goodly Space
Shaimaa’s handmade silver keyrings are meaningful, culturally rich reflections of Egyptian heritage and travel stories. Made with silver cord, beads and her signature sterling silver star, each keyring carries symbolism, care and a connection to something loved.
At £10, these make beautifully affordable stocking fillers for anyone who values meaningful design. Delivery is UK only, with free shipping over £30.
Thinking more of a bracelet or travel pouch? Or want a matching set? Explore the whole range of collections on the Goodly website, where newsletter subscribers receive 20% off their first order.
For foodies, experience-lovers and creative cooks
Jinny Chivers of Cooking With Jinny
Give the gift of a delicious experience this Christmas. Jinny’s hands-on cooking classes bring people together to chop, mix, knead and create - then sit down and enjoy the food they've made. Choose from sushi, Thai, fresh pasta, dim sum dumplings, baking or nourishing Buddha bowls. It’s a thoughtful, memorable gift that’s fun, creative and full of flavour.
Jinny’s hands-on cooking classes and gift vouchers offer joyful, delicious experiences that bring people together. Perfect for food lovers, keen home cooks, experience seekers, or anyone who prefers gifting memories over “more stuff”. Great for couples, friends, families, and colleagues wanting something fun to do together.
In-person classes happen in Cheshire or at your chosen venue.
Prices range from £60 to £80, and digital vouchers are sent instantly. Jinny is also offering 10% off with the code DOCREW. Get yours on her website.
She also has a few spaces left for the fantastic festive edible gifts workshops she runs at Adlington village hall - I’ve been and they are SO much fun!
For art lovers, heritage fans and people who love gifts with a story
Sandra Palmer of Brummy Artist Birmingham
Sandra’s open edition monogram and letter art prints are packed with heart, history and a love of Birmingham. Featuring a Brummie-inspired typeface, botanical details, Bulls in city colours and a cheeky pigeon from Pigeon Park, each letter is rich with symbolism, heritage and personality.
These prints make meaningful gifts for Brum locals, garden lovers and anyone who adores art with a story. Prices start at £30 for A5 and £39 for A4, with UK Christmas delivery available until 15 December. You can buy them from Sandra’s website, where she also offers gift vouchers.
For stylish dog parents who want practical gifts (that look good too)
Jane Nketiah of Barkley and Fetch
Jane’s handmade dog walking bags are designed to keep essentials organised while adding style to every walk. Each one is crafted in their Marple, UK workshop and is packed with practical features. Made with beautiful fabrics, they make a thoughtful Christmas gift for any dog lover who enjoys organised, stress-free outings.
They’re perfect for new dog parents, busy families, and anyone who enjoys practical gifts with a personal touch. Walkers who value UK handmade, products will love the quality and thoughtful details. They’re also great for those who enjoy matching or coordinating their dog’s accessories for a polished, put-together look that stands out.
The bags cost £32 and dispatch within two days. If you're not sure what to buy your dog loving friend/family member then why not buy a gift voucher instead?
For the person who wants to feel put-together in 2026
Sarah Gilfillan of Sartoria Lab
If you’re looking for a unique gift for the man in your life, Sarah’s Personal Styling and Shopping Gift Vouchers are a game changer.
As a men’s personal stylist, Sarah offers Wardrobe Edits, Style Reviews, or Personal Shopping trips. You can also combine all three and add six months of follow-up support with the Total Style Upgrade. It makes a unique gift for the man in your life who loves clothes and looking good, but hates shopping.
Prices range from £435 to £1,600, and vouchers are valid for a year, available digitally or physically. You can buy them directly from Sarah’s website.
Rebecca McElligott of Protected Species
The Protected Species Voyager Backpack is a unisex stylish waterproof backpack which adapts in volume for laptops, weekends away and anything in between!
Designed aesthetically to suit men or women, the backpack is an all-round essential piece of kit which can be used by everyone in the family. With clever expandable capacity, it’s one of those gifts that quickly becomes a daily favourite. Durable, practical and hands-free, it’s ideal for commuters, travellers, outdoorsy types, parents or anyone who appreciates thoughtful design.
At £125, this unisex backpack is perfect for people who want something functional but still gorgeous to carry. It’s suitable for the whole family, but I reckon you’ll want to keep this one for yourself.
For small business owners who want 2026 to feel easier
Susie Tobias from Wise Genius
Susie is easing you into the new year with her WordPress Website Health Challenge - a gentle and supportive way to get your site working better for you.
Over one week in January, you’ll get bitesize tasks, expert resources, encouragement and prizes, plus access to her workshop on keeping your website happy and healthy.
This free challenge comes with four themes, and one main task to work on over the week. Susie will be sharing resources, tips, and encouragement throughout - and you have the chance to share your wins to claim prizes! You’ll also get access to the “How to keep your website happy & healthy” workshop (details to follow).
Perfect for anyone who uses WordPress and wants to make sure their website is working at its best to support their business in 2026.
Best of all, it’s free to join, and the first task arrives in your inbox on 5 January.
Louise from Big Smiley Face Ltd
Louise is offering a calm, no-nonsense block of 10 hours of tech support to help you finally get on top of the systems that have been stressing you out.
For £400, she brings clarity, structure and that brilliant “done for you” energy that makes everything feel lighter.
Whether it’s wrangling your workflows, connecting the tools that never quite talk to each other properly, or setting up the tech you’ve been ignoring for far too long, Louise brings patience, practicality and zero shame.
It’s perfect for small business owners who want things to run smoothly without losing another weekend to figuring things out alone.
You can DM Louise to explore what’s possible or visit her website.
And doesn’t she look festive!
For people who crave calm, nourishment or a gentle reset
Siobhan Alexander of Mother Nature Sanctuary
Siobhan’s treatment gift vouchers offer the gift of deep rest and pampering.
Treat someone with a gift voucher for an out of this world facial, a relaxing massage or re-balancing reflexology session (or a combination of all!).
These vouchers are perfect for busy mums, pregnant ladies, tired dads or anyone who is need of some TLC.
I can vouch for Siobhan’s magical hands and beautiful energy - I came out of her treatment room feeling like a new woman floating on cloud 9!
You choose the price, and vouchers can be redeemed for any service. Buy yours on Siobhan’s website.
Sarah Lynas of Confidence by Design
Your Winter Reset is Sarah’s gentle, nourishing invitation to slow down, reflect - and Winter is the perfect time to slow down and reflect. Recalibrate, re-centre, reset.
What if, instead of putting everyone else first, there was a way to re-connect with yourself?
Your Winter Reset is a beautiful way to do that, gently guided by Sarah - midlife introvert and qualified Human Design Coach.
Within this seasonal container, busy business owners have the space and time to remember who they are, and give themselves full permission to reset, ready to meet all that 2026 has in store!
Includes two nourishing calls plus 4 weeks of in-the-moment Voxer support for questions, guidance & cheerleading.
Perfect for small business owners who’ve lost track of they are in the busyness of everything else.
The Reset costs £333 and is available worldwide via Zoom from December to February.
If you’d like to try a mini-reset instead, get Permission to be You - a bespoke PDF clearly explaining how you can make simple changes to feel more like you, right now.
Neela of Homeopathic Harmony
Transform Christmas chaos into calm! You deserve to embrace the magic, not just survive it. And Neela’s got the perfect natural support items for you!
Her Xmas Survival Kit includes her Bach flower combo, Mum’s relief, for overwhelmed mums, Xmas stress E-book full of practical tips, plus remedies for food poisoning, heartburn and hangovers!
It’s a thoughtful way to help someone embrace the magic of Christmas instead of merely surviving it.
Ideal for busy mums feeling stretched thin, the kit costs £35 and is available UK-wide. Delivery takes two working days. You can order from Neela’s website, where you can also explore her podcast, Homeopath In Your Pocket, which gives you all the natural health solutions you need as a busy working mum.
For anyone wanting a clearer, calmer direction in 2026
Christal Dauncey of Freedom To Be Coaching
Give yourself the gift of Freedom… freedom to be the version of yourself that you long to be. Freedom from the thoughts, habits and beliefs that are keeping you stuck.
Positive mindset and alcohol-free coach Christal Dauncey’s Empowerment Coaching uses positive psychology techniques to help you understand your strengths and values to support you move towards your goals with clarity.
Her Alcohol-Free Coaching is for middle-lane drinkers who are questioning their relationship with alcohol and wondering if their life would be better without it. SPOILER ALERT: she says it will be!
Starting at £500, this online coaching is perfect for anyone feeling stuck but ready for change. Book in January to receive £100 off a 12-week programme. To find out more please contact Christal on 07849 380 786 or email Christal@freedomtobecoaching.uk.
Chrissy Orson Psychotherapy, Coaching & Consultancy
If you want to start 2026 feeling aligned, energised and crystal clear on what you actually want, Chrissy’s short, snappy coaching programme is a gorgeous way to begin the year.
In just three focused hours, she’ll help you reconnect with yourself, get honest about what you want, and build the boundaries and confidence that make 2026 feel radically different. No long-term commitment, just a powerful, compassionate reset to start the year at your best.
This is perfect for someone who wants to dip a toe into coaching without signing up for a longer programme and who knows deep down that something needs to shift. The investment is £297, sessions are available worldwide online, and you can get in touch by emailing Chrissy.
Cath Brown of Skilful Conversation
Cath’s online New Year workshop, Managing Difficult Conversations, will be a great start to 2026 for creative people who might be holding themselves back or getting in their own way.
Co-led with Helen Campbell, a creative and a coach, the workshop will be bringing people together in a safe supportive space to explore strategies to make your difficult conversations easier.
Priced at £25, this workshop is ideal for anyone wanting to improve their communication skills, especially for those who feel stuck because they have been avoiding a difficult conversation. Spaces are limited.
Cath is also running a more in-depth workshop especially geared to the workplace in January.
You can find out more about Cath's approaching and other workshops or 1-1 coaching on her website.
Karen Thakuria of From Doing To Being
Karen is a Self-Care Specialist, and her Self-Care Foundations Workshops are a soothing, supportive way to start 2026 with intention. Choose one workshop or attend all three to build meaningful, sustainable self-care practices that go far beyond New Year’s resolution energy.
This is not about new year, new you but about creating space for yourself when you've spent so long putting everyone else first. It's not about quick fixes but building meaningful practices and routines.
Perfect for people who don't know how to put themselves first or where to start with self-care, workshops are £30 each or £76 for all three. Recordings are provided for those who can’t attend live. You can book through Karen’s website.
Samantha Tulloch of Project Mind and Behaviour
Samantha’s 60-minute New Year Goal Setting Session is perfect for mid-career women who want a fresh start in 2026; especially those who feel drained, unsure of their next step or disconnected from their strengths.
It suits anyone who would benefit from a confidence boost, clearer direction or a supportive space to think.
This session blends reflective coaching with practical goal-setting tools to help you reconnect with what matters most to you and create intentions that feel grounded and achievable. A short written summary is included so you can stay on track after the session.
It makes a meaningful alternative to traditional gifts - especially for anyone feeling stuck or undervalued at work or in their business.
Perfect for mid-career women seeking clarity and confidence, the festive price is £47 (usually £95). It’s an online session available worldwide through January and February. To book, simply email Samantha, who will create a personalised festive voucher for you to share with your recipient.
For people who want more ease, clarity and space at home
Christal Dauncey of I Organise Manchester
Give the gift of peace of mind and an organised home this Christmas with Christal’s Home Organising and Decluttering Service
Christal is a professional home organiser and declutterer who will support you create an organised home that works for you. Free up your time, home and headspace for the things you truly love.
This service is perfect for anyone who can never find the time to get on top of their home. Free yourself from clutter, guilt and shame and start to enjoy your home again.
Starting at £120, this service is ideal for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their home or belongings. To discuss options, please call Christal on 07849 380 786 or send her an email.
Join the Do Crew?
Thank you for supporting the incredible humans inside the Do Crew. Every purchase, booking, share or kind word helps a small business thrive. The variety, creativity and generosity in this community is something that just amazes me week in and out, and it’s a joy to showcase it here.
If you’re reading this and thinking of joining the Do Crew when doors reopen in January - we’d absolutely love to welcome you. Join the waitlist now for a special post-Christmas offer!
Oh, and in case you didn’t know - when you join us you’ll get to hang out with a bona fide UK celebrity! It’s Katie the Carrot off the Aldi Christmas ads (voiced by our very own Emma, who isn’t orange IRL!).