Cumbrian Christmas Gift Guide : Clothing & Accessories

Cumbria is home to many creative people and businesses, including jewellery makers, designers, and textile makers. This Christmas gift guide is filled with locally made products and Cumbrian designers, and I am so excited to share these brands because they are so beautiful and fun!

Yam Knitwear

Yam Knitwear has been created by my talented friend, Emily, who creates beautiful handmade knitted hats, scarfs, shawls, and more.

Not only are they beautiful, but they’re also sustainably made too. I bought one of the hats from last year’s winter collection and proceeded to wear it the whole of winter (and it’s come back out this week as the weather turns colder!).

Click here to find out more about Yam Knitwear & explore the shop

Dotting the I’s

Every single piece of Dotting the i’s jewellery is designed and handcrafted completely by me by using traditional silversmithing techniques using a hammer, saw, torch, and loads of sandpaper.

Simple elegance, with Scandinavian style, is at the heart of Katijaan’s brand, and each piece is so beautiful.

Click here to check out Dotting the i’s shop and buy a timeless gift

Holdy Design

Holdy Design is such a bright and fun brand, designed and printed here in the Eden Valley. From flower print headbands to these amazing cosy cat t-shirts (also available as a tote bag!)

You’ll find some great stocking fillers, and prezzies for your pals, over at Holdy Design.

Click here to explore Holdy Design

Wool Clip

Woolclip is a cooperative of 11 spinners, dyers, rug makers, knitters, crocheters, weavers and felt makers, as well as designers and farmers. Based in Caldbeck, Cumbria, Woolclip was founded in 2001, and they have a beautiful shop and cafe which I thoroughly recommend.

You can also buy online, including these beautiful jumpers. You can also get yarn, kits, and lots of other wool goodies.

Click here to explore the shop

Mere Glass Jewellery

Mere Glass create stunning jewellery, in the most beautiful colours. This blue really stood out to me, and is actually one of my favourite colours!

Based just outside of The Lake District, Mere Glass Jewellery starts life as sheets of art glass. It is a lengthy process, however the attention to detail and design make every piece genuinely unique.

Click here to shop at Mere Glass

Only Willow

Only Willow is a studio and gift shop based in the heart of the Eden Valley, in Kirkby Stephen. You can also shop online, the beautiful jewellery and gifts which your loved ones are bound to love.

Everything is hand made, and in the shop you’ll also find other local crafts being featured. As well as the handmade jewellery, you can also attend workshops!

Click here to explore Only Willow, and browse the shop

Ascendancy Apparel

Ascendancy Apparel was born out of a love for the landscapes of the English Lake District, and a desire to explore them and a curiosity for what exists beyond the horizon. These are the perfect gifts for the active people in your life, the explorers, and the adventurers

Their clothing is stylish, ethically sourced, and made using premium materials for maximum comfort and durability. Each item of the clothing is individually hand printed and/or finished in Kendal, Cumbria before being shipped worldwide in 100% recycled, biodegradable packaging.

Click here to explore Ascendancy Apparel

Lakeland Leather

Lakeland Leather was created back in 1955, and is a Cumbrian institution. Lakeland is famous for soft-to-touch leather products. From their biker jacket to a classic long leather trench coat, you will find their leather is beautifully soft, and lasts!

They take inspiration from their natural surroundings and from the fashion world, to create unique and timeless pieces.

Click here to explore the luxury leather gifts in their Christmas online store

Supporting local and independent businesses is something I am so passionate about, which is why I’ve created The Cumbrian Christmas Gift Guides. Make sure you click here to explore all of our 2021 Christmas gift guides, including our Cumbrian food & drink, for the foodie in your life. There’s also the Cumbrian adventures and experiences for the thrill seekers and adventurers in your life.