Welcome!
'Tis the season to spread joy, and what better way to do it than by supporting our local Scottish creatives? In our first blog post, Clique Glasgow is thrilled to present Clique Unwrapped: The Ultimate Local Christmas Gift Guide, filled with handcrafted treasures from our talented community. Let's make this holiday season truly special by embracing the spirit of giving and celebrating the uniqueness of our local makers.
BUT WHY?
When you buy from a local small business, you’re not just buying a unique item - you’re helping to build a community. You are directly investing in your local creative economy. Artists, makers & small business owners alike know how much it means to get that Order Received notification: it’s validation, how we support ourselves financially and it’s an emotional victory. Not to mention it’s a boost of energy to keep creating, making, selling and pushing our passions to new heights.
With these local gifts, sustainability isn't an afterthought - with each of these you can find out the entire history of the product and know it’s been made with care and consideration for all of the humans involved in the process. You might even be giving new life to an item that would have otherwise been headed straight for landfill.
The Clique Christmas List
Dear Santa,
We have been very good this year (MAYBE a little naughty), and we would love our presents to be from local Scottish businesses.
Here is our Christmas List:
Sleigh The Runway
Gift ideas from our favourite local fashion brands:
Raised By Danger
Saint Danger, the creative alter ego of Saija Cleary in the real world, is a Finnish-American artist and designer with a unique journey spanning continents. Born in the vibrant '90s, she absorbed the eclectic energy of Tokyo during her formative years. A self-taught artisan, Saija has traversed 13 cities across 4 continents, creating a tapestry of experiences before finally anchoring herself in Glasgow, Scotland. Her art, drawing from the wonders of the natural world and her vivid imagination, reflects a deep-rooted fascination with flora and fauna. Transcending traditional boundaries, Saija infuses the ordinary with the extraordinary by incorporating her original motifs into meticulously crafted, made-to-order garments and captivating accessories. Raised By Danger, her brainchild, offers a curated selection of her enchanting creations, available for purchase on their website or at the brick-and-mortar haven nestled in Hidden Lane, Glasgow (open Wed-Sat). Step into the realm of Saija's imagination and wear a piece of her fantastical world.
@raiseedbydanger
Little Peril
Little Peril, a haven for dreamy slow fashion essentials, embodies a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. Their collection is a harmonious blend of upcycled, recycled, reused, and sustainable new materials, with a resolute goal of achieving zero waste. From packaging to production, every aspect adheres to the highest ethical standards, ensuring that joyful fashion doesn't come at the planet's expense. Handmade-to-order in Scotland, each piece is crafted with love, utilising locally sourced materials whenever possible. The uniqueness of their artwork, prints, and designs, all created in-house, distinguishes Little Peril, making each item exclusive to their brand. The extensive selection of accessories and clothing, available for full customisation, showcases their dedication to fulfilling individual dreams from their fabric selection. Little Peril invites you to join their mission to transform the landscape of sustainable fashion one purchase at a time, offering beautifully crafted garments and smaller accessories, ideal for thoughtful stocking fillers.
@littleperilstudio
Pure Barkin
Pure Barkin, founded by Jennifer McDonald Honnan in 2020, has transformed into a sustainable fashion powerhouse. Rooted in punk and kitsch, the brand's unapologetic designs, blending print, graphics, and illustration, reflect Jennifer's diverse interests. With a background in textile printing, graphic design, and illustration, Pure Barkin offers vibrant, thought-provoking collections. Embracing sustainability, the brand breathes new life into vintage and preloved garments, minimizing waste. Pure Barkin is a movement that makes fashion sexy without compromising the planet, proudly celebrating inclusivity. Join their cult following for bold, creative, and sustainable styles, including custom garments and accessories, available online or at Barras Market every weekend.
@purebarkin
Isolated Heroes
Isolated Heroes is on a mission to empower babes of all shapes, designing feel good clothing that help customers feel like the sassiest versions of themselves. One of the first independent brands to champion body positivity, Isolated Heroes developed collections in a size range accessible to all. Designing sustainable stand out partywear in sizes 6-28 to be treasured in your wardrobe forever! Isolated Heroes signature sequin styles have gained interest from celebrities across the globe. The brand now counts Miley Cyrus, Paloma Faith, Pixie Lott, Becky Hill and Sophie Hannah amongst its growing international client base.
@isolatedheroes
Amaka Accessories
Amaka Accessories is a Scottish clothing brand which was first created in 2017 and established in 2021. They exist to elevate your beauty through clothing and accessories. Blending stunning beadwork and bold prints, Amaka are one to watch out for in 2024!
@amakaaccessories
Bonnie Wee Besom
There's nobody doing it quite like Kirsty of Bonnie Wee Besom! Handcrafted lingerie in sizes 6-26, all made in Glasgow! Bonnie Wee Besom is on the up, watch out! If you're a burlesque star, a lover of lingerie or you're looking to find the perfect pants to make you feel GREAT. This is the brand for you.
@bonnieweebesom
Violet Vintage
Violet Vintage is personally curated by Leyna Rafferty, a dedicated hunter-gatherer of vintage fashion. Violet believes dressing up is good for the soul and is committed to making that ethical, accessible and sustainable for all. The brand stocks vintage clothing, jewellery and accessories from the 1950s to the 2000s with a particular passion for the unique, the quirky and the divisive: if you’re looking for so ugly it’s cute, you’ll find it here! You’ll also find a wide range of sizing, including vintage plus-size, all conveniently labelled with modern dress sizes. You will also find unique upcycled pieces that have been rescued from landfill as well as bespoke, handmade vintage reproduction garments: the most elusive vintage finds recreated with second-hand era-appropriate patterns, fabric, zips and threads. You’ll find the entire collection in the Barras Market every weekend, with a smaller selection shoppable online.
@violetvintagegb
Ar + Co
Looking for a little luxury? Check out Ar + Co! Scotland's own luxury, vegan leather, female owned, sustainable accessory legends. They've got your favourite neautral basics AND bags with a pop of colour.
@ar_co_uk
Handmade Treasures
Gorgeous bits and bobs from Glasgow's best creatives and crafters:
Punts Pots
Bringing some colour to your life with Glasgow's sexiest pot dealer. Handpainted, locally sourced plant pots and other gorgoeous homeware. You can find Punts Pots at Barras Market every weekend!
@puntspots
Turnstyle13
Turnstyle13 is the brainchild of Jenny Morrison, a self confessed furniture addict and all round icon. Jenny breathes colour and life into old and abandoned items of furniture, as well as creating gorgous new cushions and lampshades. You can find Jenny at Barras Market every weekend as well as shopping online!
Conor Blessing
Conor Blessing is a fashion designer, writer and winner of the Shelter Scotland x SR:D Fashion for Social Change Award. You can shop a range of Conor's items at Revole Recyle in Glasgow!
@condog200
@revolverecycle
Ava G Knits
Ava G Knits started in the height of COVID-19, which gave Ava the perfect opportunity to teach herself all about crochet, knitwear and how to start up a business. Ava's clothing and accessories have flourished and given people the chance to express themselves, feel young, be fun and look fabulous!
@avag_knits
Lucid Clothing
LUCID is a fashion brand that takes inspiration from the designers own personal experience with lucid dreaming. LUCID creates clothing that reflects surreal visions and endless creativity from your unconscious mind. LUCID is a perfect blend of style and dreams, allowing you to embrace your imagination and the limitless possibilities it holds, one garment at a time.
@lucid_clothingdesign
Mystic Pixie
Our favourite Glasgow jewellery babe. Unique handmade jewellery to spice up your hands, ears and neck. We are obsessed with these rings! You can find Mystic Pixie at Barras Market every weekend as well as shopping on etsy!
Works Of Art
Dreamy artwork for your home:
Altmojo
Altmojo is an artist, designer and signwriter in Glasgow. We love Amy's work and we're so excited to share it with you! Cards, prints, stickers, hats, hand painted artwork - there's something for everyone! You can find Altmojo at Barras Market every weekend and shop on their website!
@altmojo
Emily Wylde
We discovered Emily Wylde's work only recently but we have FALLEN IN LOVE. Dreamy colours, fun characters and lovely words. What more could you want?
@emilywylde
Boiiing
If this picture isn't self explanatory, I don't know what else we can say to convince you. BOIIING - the only place to find unique, sexy, gorgeous, hilarious, cute, amazing, wonderful, unlikely, colourlisicious, damn fine, quality - ART & HOMEWARE.
@boiiing_
Specky Wee Fanny
Artist and gay icon, Specky Wee Fanny, is producing the best tufted products we've ever seen. The Princess Di rug???? Are you joking?? Incredible.
@speckyweefanny
Did somebody say Just Eat?
Local scran:
Chocolates of Glenshiel
Finlay founded Chocolates of Glenshiel when he was 16, now it's blossomed to become many people's favourite Scottish chocolate company! All flavours are sourced locally, from Skye Whiskey to Heather Honey. And YES, they have vegan box!
@chocolates_of_glenshiel
Rude Cookies
If you know us, you know we love to be a bit cheeky. We are massive Rude Cookies fans, they even made Jenny's wedding cake! Whether you're looking for a Christmas butt plug, a willy bouquet or to give someone the finger in cookie form. They've got you covered.
@rude_cookies
Pure Roasters
The best coffee in Scotland, with none of the faff. Pure Roasters are ethically sourced coffee, roasted locally - and with fun names like Heavy Goff, these babies make brilliant gifts!
@pureroasters
At Your Service
Babes ready to serve and sleigh:
Get Cute By Katie
Katie is the nail tech of dreams. You can find her at the coolest spot in town, Need To Know in Glasgow. Get in touch with Katie about bookings and vouchers for Christmas gifts!
@getcutebykatie
Wild Flower Pokes
WOW. Wild Flower Pokes have gift vouchers available this Christmas! Get your loved one the ultimate present, a permanent piece of art on theit skin. Kate of Wild Flower Pokes is talented stick n poke tattoo artist creating dainty treasures to decoate yourself with. You can find Kate at Luna Tattoo in Glasgow!
@wildflowerpokes
Shop Local, Support Local
Remember your new favourite brand might not be online - check out a whole load of ready-to-wrap local gifts at these markets throughout the month;
December 14th & 21st
December 15th-17th & 22nd-24th
December 16th
December 16th-17th
December 21st - 24th
Share Your Local Finds
Have you got a local favourite? Share them on your insta story and tag them! We’ll share them!
Wrapping up
And that’s a wrap! Massive shoutout to the local legends who make our community what it is with their talent. Choosing local gifts is like boosting our local economy and solidifying that we’re all part of this cool and supportive club. Small choices add up and we’re so lucky to have such an incredibly caring and compassionate community around us.
Thank you for joining us on this journey to celebrate local talent and spread the joy of giving. Clique Glasgow is blowing you huge kisses and is wishing you a festive season filled to the brim with cosy moments, laughter, well-earned rest and the joy that comes from supporting your local creatives. Happy holidays!
Love,
Jenny & Leyna
xoxoxoxo
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