10 Christmas Gifts for the Home Lover

Christmas shopping is either something you relish or a source of great stress at what is already quite a stretched time of the year. However, something that is bound to help remove some of this stress is a list of fool-proof gift ideas for your nearest and dearest. Whether they’re notoriously hard to buy for or you’re just looking for something with that extra sparkle this year, we have some fantastic suggestions for anyone who proudly looks after their home.

Homeware can be the perfect choice if you’re searching for something timeless, stylish and that will really allow your family and friends to showcase their personality. So, whatever your budget, here’s our collection of Christmas gifts for the home lover in your life

Our range of luxurious candles is perfect for anyone who loves their home to smell as good as it looks. There are various scents available, from the floral notes of Rose and Peony to the woody and spicy elements of our Sandalwood and Amber candle. All are displayed in an elegant glass coloured to match the atmosphere they aim to create and can be thoughtfully gift-wrapped for an extra fee.

If you know someone who loves to add a pop of colour to the rooms in their home, this striking wall-mounted clock should go straight to the top of your list. Featuring brightly-coloured acrylic domes that house classic Roman numerals, it consists of a black iron frame embellished with rust elements to give it even more character. At 68cm high, it commands attention wherever it hangs and evokes some of the nostalgic design choices from railway stations and bustling urban areas like Picadilly Circus.

Bring the seaside into the home with this stunning El Mar mirror, designed to change colour slightly, depending on the angle from which you look into it. Just like the sea, it draws you in to daydream about warmer waters and a day at the beach, doubling up as a piece of art when it's not reflecting your image back to you. Give someone the gift of peace and tranquillity with this relaxing seascape printed on glass.

A sleek-looking home for dried or artificial flowers, these decorative wooden planters will add a stylish touch to any surface. As a set of two, measuring 38cm and 28cm high respectively, they come in a light oak finish and boast groove detailing around the outside. As well as tying in nicely with a room’s modern aesthetic, these vessels can help bring colour and allow you to easily change what they hold depending on your mood or the season.

If you’re looking for something that perfectly illustrates how you feel about your other half, our range of elegant couple sculptures can help you convey a specific feeling between the two of you. Depicted as two bronze figures with a textured antique finish, these carvings show lovers in various scenarios such as sitting on a swing or leaning in for a kiss whilst on a bike. They capture the feeling of being in love perfectly and have so much personality that it’s easy to relate to each situation.

For families, we also have similar sculptures featuring three or four perching figures or a mother and child sharing a touching moment.

Hand-made in Ireland, these watercolour Avianna scatter cushions are ready to create a cosy environment in any living room. There are four different colours to choose from and each has a velvet material on the reverse in a coordinating colour scheme. So, whether you want to bless someone with ‘Blue and Cloud’ or you know the perfect blissful recipient of ‘Blush and Rose’, there are options to suit the assorted aesthetics of your friends and family.

We all know someone who would love this fantastic statement piece adorning their dining table. Taken from our popular Deep Sea collection, this spectacular octopus stand and glass bowl is a real show-stopper made to wow guests at dinner parties and casual get-togethers. The celebratory cephalopod proudly hoists a glass bowl above its head with its tentacles, which can be filled with ice to cool a bottle of wine or pasta to warm the stomachs of friends. 

Christmas is the ultimate excuse to stay in and curl up with your favourite book or cheesy film - and what better accompaniment to a cosy night in is there than a chunky knit blanket to keep Jack Frost at bay? These tasselled acrylic throws come in two different colours, copper and green, and are large enough for two or three people to snuggle under on a festive family movie night.

For the cricket fan who also enjoys a drink, we have this quirky bottle-stopper featuring a miniature version of the unmistakable red ball used during test matches. It’s a faithful replica complete with white stitching and, at 5cm, is perfect for slip-ping into someone’s stocking. Don’t forget to ask ‘Howzat?’ when they open their gift.

Here at the Dansk furniture store in Raleigh, we have plenty more Christmas gift ideas for the home lover besides the fantastic suggestions above. And, with pieces to suit tastes from classic to contemporary and minimalist to avant-garde, there are plenty of reasons to treat yourself, too. Shop our collections online or visit our relaxed showroom today.