Gift Guide: Perfect presents for the holiday home
Posted by MADE51 Team on
The holiday season is in full swing, and while it may be easy to shop for your outgoing friends and relatives, don't forget about the homebodies.
At MADE51, we can appreciate those who strive to make their spaces as comfortable and stylish as possible. On many levels, we relate! If you’re shopping for someone who loves their home, the key is to get them something that’ll make them enjoy it even more.
We've compiled a list of thoughtful gifts that will brighten any home. Each one is handcrafted by refugees who are rebuilding their lives while displaced.
Soft furnishings for design lovers
1. Small Kandahari Gul Cushion in Green
For home owners who appreciate fine details, our cushion covers will have them smitten. Each of these cushion covers is handcrafted in refugee camps by Afghan women and showcases incredible craftsmanship. We recommend gifting two or three as a set, so that they can be easily integrated into one's living space or bedroom.
£45.00 // BUY NOW
2. Pukhtadozi Wall Art
Every home should have a great piece of minimalist art like the Pukhtadozi Bird Wall Art. Handcrafted by Afghan refugee women in Pakistan, this exquisitely embroidered piece makes a statement when hung on any wall. These pieces are delivered without a frame, so they're easy to transport and, for those who like to make a statement, they can be given a custom flare in the framing process.
£35.00 // BUY NOW
3. Small Kandahari Zig Zag Cushion in Red
For home owners who appreciate fine details, our cushion covers will have them smitten. Each of these cushion covers is handcrafted in refugee camps by Afghan women and showcases incredible craftsmanship. We recommend gifting two or three as a set, so that they can be easily incorporated into one's living space or bedroom.
£45.00 // BUY NOW
4. Blue Katakuru Ikiba Basket
For that one home owner that has everything, stylish storage solutions might be the most helpful addition to their home. These colourful baskets are hand-woven by refugee women from Burundi, using traditional coil and plaiting techniques. Bold colours and asymmetrical patterns help them make a statement whether placed anywhere in the house or used as an accessory. For the loved one who has a home filled with warmth and personality, these baskets will fit right in.
£25.00 // BUY NOW
Elegant holiday ornaments
1. Desert Moon Ornament
We’re not throwing shade at the traditional Christmas tree, but if you want to level up your Christmas tree game, you should start with getting this desert moon ornament. This ornament showcases the impressive heritage techniques used by Tuareg refugees in Niger to create both functional and decorative objects. For these nomadic pastoralists, the moon is a symbol of protection and prosperity.
£10.00 // BUY NOW
2. Peaceful Dove Ornament
For a new twist on your Christmas ornaments, try this dove ornament made from locally and sustainably sourced jacaranda wood. The skilful freehand carving technique used by Congolese refugees in Kenya is passed down from generation to generation. This peace-themed ornament will never go out of style.
£10 // BUY NOW
3. Star of Unity Ornament
Decorate your holidays with this intricate beadwork crafted by South Sudanese refugees living in Egypt. This design is a homage to the star on the national flag of South Sudan, which symbolizes unity and, for the artisans, the hope to see enduring peace in their homeland.
4. Silver Moon Ornament
This silver moon ornament is just what you need to add some state pride to your Christmas tree. This detailed crotchet work is made by Afghan refugees living in India and takes the shape of a crescent moon, which can represent progress in life. They come with a cute ribbon for hanging, giving your tree even more texture.
£10.00 // BUY NOW