Groovy Gifts Galore: Your Feel Good 70s Christmas Gift Guide

We've curated a selection of unique, handmade treasures designed to evoke that warm feeling of childhood Christmases remembered. We’re keeping it local, handmade, and totally groovy by shining a spotlight exclusively on the incredible small, independent businesses right here in the UK.

The gifts you’ll find below are crafted with heart, making them truly thoughtful tokens of appreciation for the 70s lover in your life. Gifts with authenticity, gifts which show intent and purpose ...  in other words gifts that makes you look good too! It's a totally win-win situation!

So cue the funky soundtrack, and let's dive into our 70s Christmas Gift Guide!

Ahem ... we are cheekily starting with a few favourites from our own studio! Designed with a deep love for all things vintage and made with care, these are perfect stocking fillers or main gifts for anyone who appreciates authentic retro style ...

Compact Mirrors: Pocket-sized perfection for on-the-go glamour, reflecting those 1970s vibes wherever you are. Free gift box included!

New 70s Style Earrings: A must-have for dazzling under the disco ball, or rockin' the countdown at work, these dainty studs with bold shapes and vibrant colour are the perfect accessory to complete any retro outfit.

Jewellery & Accessories

There is no better way to make a statement than with handmade accessories. The UK is bursting with talented makers creating unique pieces that span the gamut from ’70s glamour to subtle rustic charm. 

Retro Home Decor

The 70s home was a haven of texture, colour, and cosy vibes ... and a fair bit of home-made quirkiness. This is where small businesses truly shine, creating items that beat the hell out of anything churned out on a production line. 

 

If soft furnishings are your thing check out fabulous vintage fabric cushions by Blue Lizard Textiles or groovy lampshades by Witty Dawn

Tempting Treats & Moments of Calm

The best gifts are often the ones that are consumable or offer a moment of relaxation and nostalgia.

Sweet Treats: Ditch the mass-produced chocolate boxes. Seek out a local UK chocolatier or baker creating handmade goodies or look online for fun hampers and novelty chocolate ... These are perfect, low-waste, and utterly delicious gifts.

Cosy Moments: Candles are such a Christmas classic, but can also be quite run-of-the-mill, so step into Christmas past with something a little different: 

Find fabulous hand-poured candles in vintage Hornsea Pottery vessels at Collected by Erick and bring back all the childhood feels with a Cherry Cola scented candle by Court of Scents

Funky Stationery: The Failsafe Gift

For the friend who loves to write, plan, or simply appreciates a beautifully made item, you really can’t go wrong with stationery. It's a failsafe option that often goes overlooked but is always appreciated. Many independent UK designers now create their own notebooks, planners, or desk accessories - perfect for brightening up any desk in the new year.

Vintage-Inspired Books: While perhaps not handmade, many small, independent UK bookshops stock beautifully curated selections of design books, craft guides, or retro cookbooks that celebrate the era. Find a local or small online bookshop to support rather than a massive online store.

Find vintage Cook Books at The Cook's Book Nook or treat the techie to a vintage manual from Lava Lava Vintage ... 

 

Go pure, go vintage: We have some amazing vintage sellers here in the UK offering all sorts of amazing 70s originals ... and going vintage doesn't have to break the bank either .... think small trinkets or small pottery pieces, you might even find something that will kick start some amazing childhood memories - perfect banter for the Christmas dinner table! 

Every gift you select from a small, local business this year is more than just a purchase. It's a direct investment in the UK economy, a vote for sustainability, and a heartfelt way to support the creativity and passion of a real person. Choosing handmade or vintage over mass-produced cheap tat means you are giving a gift that is genuinely thoughtful, unique, and built to last. And it'll make you feel good too!

Merry Christmas, and happy gifting!