Don’t fret! Tartan Silk’s Christmas Gift Guide 2011 is here to make sure no one wants to return their gifts this Christmas!

Mon 28 Nov, 2011 // Ismay Currie
gift guide

We have composed this Christmas gift guide for all the friends of Tartan Silk who struggle to find the perfect gifts for their loved ones. Year after year, December 24th comes around and you have bought nothing. This gift guide will help ease your stress as there really is something for everybody. We have the selected the best our clients and friends have to offer, from satchels to whisky.

1. Scaramanga Small Wide Satchel with Pocket - £67.00
This gorgeous leather satchel is the ultimate gift – beautifully made, on-trend and functional. Made from the softest antique finish leather, these bags are perfect for both men and women. It could be that perfect gift for a daughter who’s at university, a fashion conscious boyfriend, or a father who needs a new work bag. They are truly versatile and are designed to last a lifetime – as they look better the more loved they are!
Available at www.scaramangashop.co.uk


2. Cuckoo’s Bakery “Bank of Cuckoo’s” £10 gift voucher
A friend with a sweet tooth? A gift for secret santa at work? Or a stocking filler? If you haven’t visited Cuckoo’s Bakery on Dundas Street yet, you haven’t lived. It’s is Edinburgh’s quirkiest bakery, with a repertoire of cupcake flavour to suit all tastes! From the classics like Red velvet or Vanilla, to the avant-garde such as Eton Mess or Mojito. Give a loved one this voucher to spend on cupcake treats, or Cuckoo’s Edinburgh-themed bespoke crockery.
Visit to Cuckoo’s Bakery on 150 Dundas Street to pick up your voucher


3. Martin’s Custom Christmas Cards
Our own Martin is a wonderful artist, and every year creates a beautiful hand painted Christmas cards to send to friends and family.
For information on where you can obtain a set of custom cards painted by Martin, please email him at martin@tartansilk.co.uk


4. The Fletcher’s Cottage Spa Voucher – £75/£150
Gentlemen, you will be very much in the good books if you buy your sweetheart this pampering spa voucher! The Fletcher’s Cottage is set to open in the spring, and promises to be unlike any other spa on the market. Situated in the grounds of the private members club, Archerfield Links, in East Lothian, the spa offers the finest treatments using the finest products. Treatments include Voya Seaweed Bath, Herb Aroma Sauna, and Hot Stone Massage.
To buy a gift voucher call The Fletcher’s Cottage team on 01620 897050 or email emma@archerfieldgolfclub.com

5. The Brave Songs – Charlotte Gordon Cumming
A beautiful collection of poignant songs from the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, Charlotte Gordon Cummings. Charlotte’s second album is the perfect gift for any music lover, as it incorporates rock, folk, pop and African rhythms. The album was inspired by the novel, The Brave, written by Charlotte’s husband. Nicholas Evans.
The brave songs is available on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/gb/artist/charlotte-gordon-cumming/id413491784


6. East Pier Smokehouse Christmas Box 2011 - £85/£55
A gift for all! Why not treat the family to this delicious selection of produce for the Christmas Feast? Available in the fifer (£85) or the neuk (£55) the box contains side of beetroot-cured smoked salmon, pack of cold-smoked venison, tub of smoked salmon, lime & coriander pate, smoked anster cheese, smoked scottish brie, cooked beetroot smoked , smoked garlic, smoked basmati rice, roasted smoked nuts (brazils, walnuts, almonds & cashews, smoked 70% chocolate, handmade anstruther oatcakes, bottle of smoked olive oil with herbs – Yum!
Available from http://www.eastpier.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=6


7. Highland Heartbeat – Belonging
Highland heartbeat was a musical idea conceived by Fiona Kennedy – a great friend of Tartan Silk’s. With a great ear for talent, Fiona selected the best talent Scotland has to offer and created a production full of patriotic spirit and beautiful melodies. A wonderful gift for a friend or family member, this is a CD you can imagine listening to while opening your presents surrounded by loved ones.
Available from amazon : http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belonging-Highland-Heartbeat/dp/B0040QV522/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1322492869&sr=1-1


8. Turning Points - 25 Inspiring Stories from Women Entrepreneurs Who Have Turned Their Careers and Their Lives Around
Our very own Ann contributed to this inspirational book -The book has a very uplifting message, and would be perfect for those going through their own turning point or for those who just want a great read which will leave them feeling incredibly inspired. In addition to the great message of the book, the 25 women in “Turning Points” are helping others by donating 10% of the royalties to Seeds for development.
“Turning Points - 25 Inspiring Stories from Women Entrepreneurs Who Have Turned Their Careers and Their Lives Around” is available from Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Turning-Points-Inspiring-Stories-Entrepreneurs/dp/1904881378/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1320057071&sr=1-1

9. Scaramanga’s Mini Silky Sari Journals - £1.25
These pretty little journals are the perfect stocking filler. Made from Indian sari material and heavyweight white paper, they are wonderful quality and a lovely place to write down your thoughts, or even new year’s resolutions! A very affordable, fun and attractive gift!
Available from www.scaramangashop.co.uk


10. Tullibardine Single Malt Whisky - £38.00
For the Fathers, Uncles, and grandfathers – this delightful 1993 whisky has light floral and vanilla notes with a hint of citrus on the nose. If you don’t want to give it as a gift why not crack a bottle open for after Christmas Dinner.
Available from http://www.tullibardine.com/tullibardine-1993-vintage-single-malt-c-3-p-9

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