Hi lovely readers! Sara here, popping in with a cosy, heart-felt gift-guide that’s all about meaningful presents this season. If you’re looking for something special, thoughtfully made and a bit different from the usual then you’re in the right place. I’ve found four standout picks that deliver creativity, comfort, style and inspiration. They’re all gifts you’ll be delighted to give (and they’ll be thrilled to receive). Make sure to order ahead and avoid that last minute rush.

1. Gift For the Creative Maker: Craft Meets Calm

Whole Punching: Fern Beginner Punch Needle Kit

What makes it charming:

  • Designed for beginners, so no prior punch-needle experience required. Comes with everything: monks cloth fabric, a 7″ embroidery hoop, a fine punch needle with three different tips, plus 100% cotton yarn and a reusable gift box.
  • The design is a soft fern motif, green and botanical so it offers a calm, nature-inspired finish.
  • UK-based brand with a focus on craft and contemporary hand-made.

Why it’s a wonderful gift: Because it invites someone to slow down, to make something with their hands that they may be proud to display. It’s perfect for the friend who loves craft or someone you’d like to introduce to it.

Wrapping tip: maybe kraft paper + twine for that artisan feel.

Gift For the Lounger & Comfort Seeker: Sleepwear That Feels Like a Hug

TBCo: Cotton Pyjamas in Blue & Green Stripe

Beautiful cotton pyjamas in a relaxed, stylish blue and green stripe - understated but elegant. A gift that speaks comfort, rest and a little luxury. I can vouch that these pyjamas are a delight to wear. As a new parent I often feel like I've been dragged through a hedge backwards, but when wearing my TBCo pyjamas feel a little bit more put together.

Why it’s a lovely choice: Because sometimes the best present is simply rest. These pyjamas say: “Take time. Unwind. You deserve it.”

Wrapping tip: soft fabric ribbon or gift box with a sleep mask tucked in.

Gift For the Home-Lover & Aesthetic Admirer: Beautiful Objects for Everyday

Lifestory: HAY × Emma Kohlmann - La Pittura Together Bowl

Why I love this:

It’s a design piece with expressive motifs, perfect for someone who appreciates art-meets-homeware. A great choice for someone who already has hobbies covered but loves design and surroundings.

The size makes it ideal for sharing salads or decorative display; both practical and beautiful. In my opinion, you can never have enough bowls.

It arrives in a nicely packaged form, the kind of gift that feels elevated.

Wrapping tip: elegant paper, satin ribbon, maybe a sprig of greenery.

Gift For the Inspired Maker & Homemaker: A Book to Ignite Creativity

Blackwells: The Handmade Home by Arounna Khounnoraj


Why this is a gift worth giving:

This book is “a modern guide to the art of crafting a home for less, with 20 projects for home-wares”. 

It appeals to someone who loves making, repurposing and styling their home. Perfect if the recipient enjoys being creative and hands-on. A treasure trove of inspiring makes.

It’s a thoughtful accompaniment to any craft or home-ware gift: imagine gifting it alongside the punch-needle kit, or the design bowl.

Wrapping tip: tie with a simple ribbon or include it in a small gift-bag with a bookmark.

💡 My Quick Gift Guide Round-Up

For the maker/creative soul → the Fern Beginner Punch Needle Kit

For the lounge-lover → TBCo Cotton Pyjamas in Blue & Green Stripe

For the home-aesthetic fan → HAY × Emma Kohlmann bowl

For the inspired homemaker → “The Handmade Home” book

In a world of quickly bought, impersonal gifts, these four options feel like choosing something with heart. The punch-needle kit gives making time. The pyjamas give rest and comfort. The design bowl gives beauty and purpose in the home. The book gives inspiration and momentum. They’re not just items, they’re moments, pauses, and thoughtful gestures.

I hope this guide gives you a little spark and helps you gift something beautiful this season.

Happy gifting,
Sara x

Sara Moore

Ready to get stuck in?

Why not start the Introduction to Oxford Punch Needle online course this autumn. It's self paced with pre-recorded lessons so perfect for chipping away as the nights draw in

An easy to follow, fully comprehensive course covering all the fundamental techniques of punch needle.

You'll be making rugs in no time.

About Whole Punching

Coventry based, cosy one-stop shop for all things punch needle. Sara designs beginner friendly punch needle kits and stocks a wide range of punch needle tools, fabric and yarn. She also loves teaching punch needle workshops throughout the UK and online. A small, independent craft business, female owned and (often) family run.