Essex


<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-55.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">chain reaction </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Named after the Goddess of sunlight, this eye-catching Hemera necklace from Dainty London is made from recycled sterling silver and is guaranteed to sparkle more than your Christmas tree. It&#8217;s also available in 18ct gold, and with an accompanying earring set or ring.</p><p>£90</p><p><a href="https://www.daintylondon.com/products/the-hemera-necklace?gclid=Cj0KCQiAg_KbBhDLARIsANx7wAy-CUI6wEwyR8SmDXzuVmvY9qn0cRvHNbi4V93o3dL548Wf7_2nG4oaAu1PEALw_wcB&amp;variant=42785102889109">Buy Now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-43.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Gingle bells</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Distilled in the heart of Chelmsford, this take on a classic London Dry gin is a great gift for the gent in your life. Essex Citrus Dry Gin Batch £8 is juniper-led, and contains hints of lime and grapefruit as well as cinnamon and nutmeg (perfect for Crimbo!). On top of being crafted in Essex, this delightful gin is also made with Essex spring water. Chin-chin!</p><p>£32</p><p><a href="https://essexspiritsco.com/collections/spirits/products/copy-of-essex-citrus-dry-gin-batch-4">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-56.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Nautical but nice </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Manningtree-based NaviStitch, located on Manningtree&#8217;s high street, has been opened just over a year and is already making waves (excuse the pun!). Creating sea-themed stitching onto nautical maps, the gallery is a veritable treasure trove of locally-inspired pictures, greeting cards and more. Have a browse of the shop – in person or online – or, why not commission your own picture? We love this picture of Tollesbury (above).</p><p>£50</p><p><a href="https://www.navistitch.com/product-page/tollesbury-original-14x11-unframed">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-1.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Flower power</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Wivenhoe is one of Muddy Essex&#8217;s <a href="https://essex.muddystilettos.co.uk/best-places-to-live/essex/best-places-to-live-essex-wivenhoe/">Best Places to Live</a>, which is hardly surprising given that it&#8217;s positively blooming with fantastic local businesses such as Wivenhoe Flowers. Founder Susie grows all of her seasonal and sustainable flowers in north Essex, using organic methods. Her beautiful blooms are available from April-October and are delivered to Wivenhoe residents, or can be picked up from her doorstep. Susie offers three-month and six-month fresh flower subscription bunches, which make the ideal Christmas gift for any floral fan &#8211; no home is complete without a bunch in our eyes.</p><p>Subscription bunches from £45</p><p><a href="https://www.wivenhoeflowers.co.uk/howtoorder">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-2.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">woven wonders</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Essex-based Laura Fletcher Textiles is the place to head if you&#8217;re looking to buy the special people in your life handwoven textiles this winter – and who wouldn&#8217;t! Laura creates everything from cushions to scarfs and hot water bottle covers in an array of patterns in delightful pastel and neutral tones, inspired by her surroundings. Find Laura at pop-ups and markets across the county, or check out her shop online.</p><p>Cushion, £70</p><p><a href="https://www.laurafletchertextiles.co.uk/product-page/heather-check-medium-cushion-teal">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-3.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">all aboard! </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Children will love this wooden peg doll toy with wheels. Made from natural beech wood, it contains 10 little peg dolls to support learning and development. If you&#8217;re feeling inspired, be sure to also browse Ralphie Bear&#8217;s expansive collection of toys and gifts for the little ones in your life.</p><p>£17.99</p><p><a href="https://www.ralphiebear.com/product-page/wooden-peg-doll-montessori-toy">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-4.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">seasonal succulents </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Creating plant and succulent-filled homewares (as well as some seriously impressive wedding displays and centrepieces), The Copper Cacti makes gifts that will bring any green-fingered plant lover joy. From terrariums to macramé planters and hangers, The Copper Cacti has you covered this Christmas. Get in touch via Instagram to order your gifts.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecoppercacti/">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Bar-dining-with-vinyeard-view-DP_94893-1.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">a grape present </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Experiential gifts are becoming increasingly popular, and when you discover what’s on offer at Toppesfield Vineyard, on the Essex/Suffolk border, you’ll understand why. Offering luxurious accommodation – think full height glass sliding doors, two ensuite bedrooms overlooking the vineyard, a jacuzzi and a tennis court – Toppesfield Vineyard is the ideal getaway (and excuse to sup locally-grown award winning wine, too!).<strong> </strong>Check out availability through the Airbnb calendar on the website or email Jane to book or buy a Christmas voucher: info@toppesfieldvineyard.co.uk</p><p><a href="https://www.toppesfieldvineyard.co.uk/luxury-accommodation/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Enquire</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/httpswww.instagram.comthecoppercacti-2.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">cosy christmas</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>If Christmas pjs have to be a thing, let&#8217;s at least make them stylish! Enter New Day Originals, a sustainable clothing brand from Brentwood that completely nails the memo when it comes to &#8216;sophisticated and sustainable Christmas&#8217;. We love this jungle-inspired 100% cotton set, and we&#8217;re sure whoever you&#8217;re gifting will do too.</p><p>£60</p><p><a href="https://newdayoriginals.co.uk/collections/pyjamas/products/long-pyjamas-black-paradise">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-5.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">tinsel throws </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Is there a more useful/snuggly/essential present than a throw come winter-time? We think not, especially when if looks as good as this (sorry, dog not included!) Made from recycled wool, this very covetable blanket is available from Ingatestone&#8217;s La Pomme, which champions conscious, natural, ethical and sustainable products for the home. The best bit? £2 from each blanket sold will be donated to local charity, CHESS homeless.</p><p>£42</p><p><a href="https://www.lapomme.co.uk/product-page/recycled-wool-knee-blanket-in-buchanan-natural-tartan">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-6.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">twinkle toes</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>What&#8217;s Christmas without a new pair of slippers? If you&#8217;re planning on gifting slippers this year, add these fabulously festive black and grey pom pom slippers from Writtle&#8217;s Sonia@48 to your basket, pronto.</p><p>£28</p><p><a href="https://www.sonia48.co.uk/product-page/pretty-you-london-black-and-grey-pom-pom-slippers">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-8.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">sip sip hooray</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>If you&#8217;re searching for the perfect gift for the wine lover in your life, look no further. Essex Wine School, run by WSET-trained Neil Bull, hosts an array of classes, workshops, tastings and experiences for the oenophile in your life – why not make someone&#8217;s day with a voucher?</p><p>From £32.50</p><p><a href="https://www.localwineschool.com/essex/gift-vouchers/">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-1.png" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">gift a getaway </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Down Hall has it all: 110 acres of woodlands, 98-individually designed luxury bedrooms, an on-site spa (it&#8217;s appropriately named Eden spa) and sublime dining and afternoon tea options. Down Hall offers a range of vouchers and experiences – the hardest thing will be choosing which one to gift your nearest and dearest.</p><p><a href="https://gvsvouchers.giftvouchersolutions.co.uk/?id=DOWNHALL&amp;_ga=2.130818888.634986812.1669135208-7220282.1669135208">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/essex/wp-content/uploads/sites/22/2022/11/Untitled-design-9.jpg" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Dough-lightful!</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Little hands will love this scented, sustainable playdough – and it makes the perfect advent calendar or stocking filler. We love that the doughs contain essential oils (hello peppermint!) and that they come packaged in reusable and refillable tins. Planet-friendly and hours of play to be had: what&#8217;s not to like?</p><p>£17.50</p><p><a href="https://www.littleadventureswithdough.co.uk/the-playdough-shop/p/jollytrio">Buy now</a></p></div></div></div></div>


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