If you're looking for a gift for a cat lover, but aren't sure exactly what to get, here are a few "safe" options that are both practical and have been popular with our regular customers during this Autumn/Winter season.
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Cat Mum / Cat Dad Mug & Coaster Set
If you know the colour of their favourite cat, this combo makes a thoughtful and practical gift.
Seasonal Accessories - Gloves, Scarves, Socks
All incredibly popular in our York shop - plenty of people buying for themselves, as well as for gifting.
Suncatcher
This pretty suncatchers can transform a room on a sunny day. A well-priced, easy to post gift, that will bring years of pleasure.
Calendar and/or Diary
Often avoided as gifts for fear of getting "the wrong one". In our experience, cat lovers are pretty flexible - if it has cats in it, it's probably OK! That said, playing it safe with an "artist-led" calendar may give the best result. Our choice for a good "all-rounder" calendar and diary would be Anne Mortimer.
Gemstone Cat to Match Birthstone Colour*
Very popular in our shop, across all age ranges. Crystals and gemstones are "on trend" partly, perhaps, as a result of an increased focus in the West on mind/body/spirit/mental wellbeing. They might not have a practical purpose, but they are definitely "cute", and make a nice gift.
If you like this idea, but can't see exactly what you want, try our sister brand, The Lucky Cat Shop.
* except August, which should be green, for Peridot
Spiced Pomegranate Feline Candle
A quality candle, with a festive scent, prettily wrapped and ready to gift! Success guaranteed, if your recipient is also owned by a black cat.
Gift Card for The Cat Gallery
If you're still unsure, how about a gift card for The Cat Gallery? Choose from £10, £20, £50, £100 or any multiple thereof. The voucher comes to you by email, for onward transmission by yourself to the recipient, either by printing out or emailing.
How to Wrap Your Gift
If you want to use paper to wrap your gift, then we recommend this pack of 2 sheets, which also supports the work of Battersea Cats & Dogs Home:
If you want your gift to look smart with minimal hassle, we recommend this 5 pack of gift bags, featuring a popular design by Kim Haskins.
We hope you have found inspiration in this article. If you're still looking, here's a link back to our Home Page.