Just around the corner: Your Jane Austen Christmas Gift Guide 2024

“I sincerely hope your Christmas...may abound in the gaieties which the season generally brings…”

― Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice

We all have that one friend. You know the one; the one who has already got all of their Christmas shopping done and dusted before the Hallowe’en chocolate has gone on sale at the supermarket. They’re smug about it, but you can’t really blame them. Here you are, dashing between shops on Christmas eve, trying to find something, anything for your mum (a candle, inevitably!). Well, we thought we’d give you a chance to be that person, at least for the Jane Austen fan in your life. Though we will continue updating our gift offering, here’s a few ideas to get you started. You can see our full, updated Christmas gift offering at this page. Time is never in as ample supply as possible, but our Jane Austen Advent Candle can help you count down to the big day…

The Stocking-Fillers

If you’re looking for a small gift for a friend, or something to top up the stocking, we have lots of ideas. If your friend has a particular favourite character, you might want to get them one of our Doll Decorations, they look fantastic on a Christmas tree, or just hanging around the home. We have plenty to choose from, from Mr Darcy, to Anne Elliot, to Jane Austen herself. 

Jane Austen Doll Decoration

For those on a budget, you can check out our Gifts Under £20 page. Just because they’re cheap, doesn’t mean they aren’t exciting – our exciting new Regency Illustrated fan has a fascinating history, which you can read up on in this blog post. If you’re looking for something engaging and inclusive, then maybe a set of Jane Austen Playing Cards will make an eye-catching inclusion for a holiday party. 

The One You Love, Most Ardently

You might have stumbled upon this blog because you’re a well-meaning spouse or partner, looking to get the Jane Austen superfan in your life the perfect Christmas gift. Jewellery is hard to go wrong with. I reckon the best bang for your buck here is in our ‘Heroines’ earring collection. This is a gorgeous collection of five pairs of gemstone earrings inspired by the protagonists of Jane Austen’s novels. However, if your dearest doesn’t have their ears pierced, we have lots of other jewellery options, including this gorgeous replica of Jane Austen’s own turquoise ring. If you’re looking to pop the question this festive season, then investing in the full 18-carat gold option feels like a guaranteed ‘yes!’  

The Fashionista of the Ton

If you know someone who stunned at this year’s Grand Regency Costumed Promenade, then you might want to recognise that achievement and commitment to the Regency look by elevating their next outing with a pair of embroidered gloves. The best part is, they aren’t totally retro – your loved one can look resplendent in their finery without having to sacrifice the comforts of the twenty-first century – they are touchscreen compatible! For the more conspicuous dressers, this Peacock Hair Claw Clip is quite the conversation piece, perfect for festive parties. 

If your sartorial savant is also crafty, they may enjoy this Stitch your own Tote Bag, which they can bring to life all on their own, with a little help from some guides. It’s perfect for beginner stitchers or for more experienced crafters. 

The Future Fan

If you have a youngster in your life you’re hoping to sway towards Ms Austen as they grow, then why not get in early? This Lit for Little Hands Board Book is the perfect introductory gift for a little one who is just beginning to interact with stories. The book comes with interactive tactile elements designed to enrich and entertain – we’ll have them turning the pages of Mansfield Park in no time. For slightly more nimble fingers, we have a range of puzzles available from 250 pieces to 1000. These are a perfect way to introduce kids to the world of Jane Austen and her characters well before they’re prepared to take on one of her full novels.

The Janeite Who Has Everything 

Maybe you have come to this blog post in a bit of a quandary – you have a friend or loved one who has read all of Jane Austen’s novels, and already has all the special editions and pieces of extra kit they could ever want. What do you get for the Emma Woodhouses of your life, the ones who already have everything you could think of? Well, we have a large range of gift shop options that are entirely exclusive to us, so you know they’re not going to find any of these items anywhere else. Perhaps they’re still short a charm for their bracelet! 

Alternatively, if you simply want the whole stressful process taken out of your hands, you could invest in one of our gift sets, packed with a whole array of Jane Austen themed gifts. For a particular fan, we have ones specifically for Pride and Prejudice and Emma too! If you’re not too particular about what you get, or if you’re buying a gift for yourself – why not – then our Mystery Boxes add an extra layer of excitement and mystery to your gifts. 

That’s just a few suggestions to help you along your way to finding the perfect Jane Austen gift this festive season, but it’s definitely far from everything we have. Keep an eye on our New Arrivals page to snatch up the best new Jane Austen gifts as soon as they are stocked. 

Will you be giving your friends any Jane Austen themed gifts this year? We’d love to hear about them, whether you’re purchasing them with us directly, or crafting something all by yourself.