The Gifting Knot began as a spark of creativity, and has always been driven by more than just pretty gifts — we make with heart, ethics, and a love for sustainable design.
Our story
At The Gifting Knot, we believe thoughtful gifts should be kind to people, kind to the planet, and made to last.
What started as one teacher’s side project with a single laser machine has grown into a creative small business making sustainable, vegan, and cruelty-free gifts for homes and celebrations across the UK.
Where It All Began
In 2009, I was a Design Technology teacher with a love for creativity and making. When faced with a choice between an engagement ring or a laser machine, I chose the machine — and The Gifting Knot began.
What started in a spare room soon became something bigger. From our first cake toppers and wooden signs to today’s wide collection of personalised keepsakes, candles, wax melts, mugs, tote bags and clothing, our mission has always been the same: to bring joy through gifts that are meaningful and mindful.
Growing With Care
We’re proud to still be a small team, making in small batches to keep waste low and quality high. Every product is designed in-house and made with care using sustainable materials like food-safe acrylics, responsibly sourced woods, natural soy wax, eco textiles and recyclable packaging.
All of our candles and wax melts are 100% vegan and cruelty-free, our clothing is printed with eco-friendly inks, and our mugs and drinkware are designed for everyday use that lasts.
Behind the scenes, we recycle all waste in line with local council guidance and pay a fair wage for every item made. It’s important to us that our gifts are good for the people who make them as well as the people who receive them.
Celebrations Big & Small
Over the years, our work has been chosen by families, individuals, and even brands like Disney, STV, Warner Bros, and The BBC. From personalised wedding cake toppers to eco-friendly candles and home fragrance, our gifts are designed to make every occasion memorable — while treading lightly on the planet.
Looking Ahead
We’re always exploring new ways to do better — testing greener packaging, switching to more eco-friendly suppliers, and expanding our range of sustainable gifts.
Because to us, gifting is about more than just a product. It’s about connection, kindness, and creating something that lasts long after the wrapping is gone.
✨ Every gift you order from The Gifting Knot is made with love, designed to last, and wrapped with care for you — and the Earth we share.
Our Values
🌿 Sustainability: Recyclable, compostable and eco-friendly packaging wherever possible.
🕯 Vegan & Cruelty-Free: No animal products, no animal testing.
🤝 Fair Wages: Every maker and supplier is paid fairly.
✨ Small Batches: Lower waste, more thoughtful products.
📦 Responsible Recycling: All rubbish and waste recycled in accordance with local guidelines.
Brand & Corporate Testimonials
Let customers speak for us
Brilliant independent business with excellent quality gifts. This is the second Christmas Eve box I’ve bought over the years to create lasting memories
The service is always perfect, the quality is great and will order again and again
We love these cups and have ordered so many as gifts now.
great seller!
We love these cups and have ordered so many as gifts now.
My second batch of orders of this cup!
Love this mug! I am about to order more.
Item as described, great seller!
Cant wait to give to my kids. Just as pictured
Looks fantastic! Very pleased with my order
A really lovely clock, ideal for a christening present - and looks great in my grandsons bedroom. Had a small issue which the vendor sorted very quickly. Ideal and highly recommended!
Lovely, fun item!
Great product - slightly long delivery time but worth it
It is great for a present! I love it;)
Really pleased with the design and quality of our display stands. I was looking for something contemporary and with colour and these are just perfect. Fantastic fast response from seller who was informative and generous. Really recommend. Thank you
Love the product! Very impressed and my daughter adores it.
