This year more than ever it’s important to buy local, to support our region’s incredible businesses at the end of such a challenging year. That’s why we created a free online marketplace, so you can browse and buy local products from one single hub.
This is ideal for finding the perfect gifts for your friends and family, and to give you some local inspiration, we have put together the abz.life Christmas gift guide which is packed with some of our favourite products and stores right here in Aberdeen. And the best part? You can do all the buying from your sofa! So kick back, relax and enjoy shopping local this Christmas.
1. Cocoa Ooze’s Chocolate Truffles
Nothing says Christmas quite like chocolate. These truffle boxes are available in 12 or 24 little mouthfuls of joy. Chocolates are perfect for gifts and stocking fillers for family or friends… or even an indulgent treat all for yourself!
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2. Percy + Pip’s Christmas Stocking Teether Set
If you know someone celebrating their little one’s first Christmas this year, this could be the perfect gift (and it’s guaranteed to keep parents sane)! The set includes a silicone Christmas tree teether, a beaded dummy slip and cute panda decoration - all presented in a beautiful stocking which can be kept for years to come.
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3. Deer to the Heart’s Pet Baubles
Christmas is for everyone, not just humans! These adorable decorations are perfect for furry family members and can be reused year after year once all eaten up. We promise your dog will appreciate a personalised bauble on the tree, especially if it’s filled with their favourite treats!
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4. Sweet Affair’s Hampers
This is the ultimate local gift - a hamper filled with a selection of goodies from the very best that the city and shire has to offer! You can choose from a sweet, savoury or mixed selection, and they all look fantastic!
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5. Tus Coffee Christmas Gift Set
A cup of coffee tastes even better if it's bought locally. This simple but thoughtful gift includes a 250g bag of coffee plus a cute branded espresso glass for sipping in style. With a range of coffees to choose from, this is the perfect present for coffee lovers who will be thanking you for January fuel!
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6. Flowers by Lilybet’s Seasonal Flower Subscription
A fantastic idea if you are looking to put a smile on a loved-ones face all year round. This subscription guarantees you an expertly-crafted arrangement of beautiful flowers for each of the 4 seasons, delivered straight to their door! This will definitely brighten up their 2021!
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7. Cairnwell Candle Co’s Vintage Candle
This Christmas we are definitely not holding back on style. These vintage 100ml Resin Candles are one for the mantlepiece. Stunning candle holders handmade by Transfix Design Co are then filled with a Christmas scent of your choice. At abz.life we like nothing more than a local business collab!
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8. LOLO + CO’s GANT Checked Multi Scarf
This designer scarf is a stylish gift for someone lucky in your life! Made from soft wool and featuring a beautiful checked design with tassel ends, this gift will be appreciated for years to come, especially in the cold winter months.If you want to play it safe, LOLO + CO also has vouchers available!
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9. Wee Jewel Company’s Tiny Sun Bracelet
A thoughtful piece of jewellery is the way to someone's heart this Christmas. This delicate and dainty bracelet is a constant reminder of sunshine and positive vibes, and it is 14k gold! This is the perfect piece for every day or for special occasions, and is guaranteed to be treasured and appreciated forever.
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10. Donation to Northsound Cash for Kids
The best presents of all are the ones that really make a difference.
We can all help make this Christmas Day special for local children living in poverty, and we are delighted to be supporting Northsound's Cash for Kids Mission Christmas appeal!
You can add a £10 donation to your basket on the abz.life Christmas Market launching tomorrow - and we will donate the full amount to this incredible charity so that children living in poverty in our area wake up to a visit from Santa on Christmas morning.
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