Gift Guide by Budget: £50–£500

Beautifully made gifts carry stories—of time, touch, and the people who bring them to life. At Trove Gallery, we curate handcrafted home decor and art from global artisans so your presents feel as meaningful as the moments they celebrate. This gift guide is organized by budget—from £50 to £500—to help you find the perfect piece, whether you’re marking a milestone or simply saying, “I saw this and thought of you.”

Gifts Under £200: Small Gestures, Lasting Joy

For tokens that feel anything but small, consider hand-finished glass and sculptural vases that add quiet luxury to everyday life. These pieces stand beautifully on their own and elevate fresh stems, kitchen counters, or nightstand rituals.

For a contemporary touch, the Blonde Hobnail Vase (£160.00) brings playful texture to a mantel or dining table. Its distinctive hobnail pattern—an artisanal hallmark—catches light throughout the day, turning even a single bloom into a focal point. Pair with the versatile Hobnail Bowl (£158.00) for fruit, botanicals, or simply as a tactile centerpiece that invites touch.

If your recipient gravitates toward softly rounded forms, the Marble Elipse Vase (£181.00) is a study in balance. Its smooth silhouette and marbled coloration bring an organic calm to shelves and sideboards. Prefer movement? The Swirl Elipse Vase (£181.00) and Swirl Oslo Vase (£184.00) introduce subtle, spiraling lines that feel at once modern and timeless.

For a multi-sensory gift, the Volcano Diffuser Vase (£183.00) bridges form and function. Use it with diffuser reeds for a softly scented space or style it solo as a sculptural accent. If you’re drawn to color with an artisanal twist, the Confetti Vase (£200.00) dances with painterly flecks—each variation a celebration of craft. And for a bold bloom arrangement, the Swirl Dahlia Vase (£200.00) offers generous volume with graceful, ribbon-like movement in the glass.

These under-£200 gifts bring artistry into daily rituals—flowers on a kitchen table, a calming reading nook, or an entryway vignette. Thoughtful and accessible, they’re suited to hosts, new homeowners, or anyone who loves the poetry of handmade design.

Gifts £200–£300: Elevated Essentials for the Design Enthusiast

For recipients who appreciate beautiful utility, this bracket delivers heirloom-worthy glassware and sculptural forms that invite use and admiration in equal measure.

The iconic hobnail jug is a modern classic, beloved for its tactile surface and generous pour. Consider the crystalline clarity of the Paris Hobnail Jug (£202.00) or add a dash of whimsy with the Colored Handle Paris Hobnail Jug (£214.00). For maximalists and celebration lovers, the Confetti Paris Hobnail Jug (£269.00) brings joyful speckling to brunches and dinners alike. If you lean luxe, the Golden Handle Paris Hobnail Jug (£286.00) adds a gleaming accent, while the elegantly feminine Alice Paris Hobnail Jug (£252.00) offers a softer silhouette with the same signature texture.

Textured bowls and classic carafes round out a curated tablescape. The Round Hobnail Blond Bowl (£233.00) is the perfect fruit bowl by day and a dramatic salad bowl by evening. For glass that feels festive yet refined, the Confetti Carafe (£214.00) pours wine or water with sculptural ease. Prefer clean geometry? The Diamond Jug (£208.00) features faceted texture that catches and refracts light beautifully.

For sculptural accents beyond the table, two vases stand out. The globe-like presence of the Marble Globe Vase (£244.00) anchors a shelf or coffee table, its swirling coloration lending depth and calm. The Squeeze Vase (£245.00), with its pinch-like contours, introduces a tactile gesture that feels both spontaneous and considered—like a thumbprint preserved in glass.

Finally, glass sets make generous, ready-to-host gifts. The Swirl Dahlia Tumblers (set of 6) (£232.00) bring movement to the table, while the Swirl Dahlia Tall Glasses (set of 6) (£257.00) offer elegant height and a graceful hand-feel. For those who prize iconic silhouettes, the Swirl Jug (£208.00) marries utility with gentle, ribboned texture—an everyday piece that feels special with every pour.

These £200–£300 picks balance practicality and artistry: generous gifts that will be used often and kept for years.

Gifts £300–£400: Set the Scene for Celebration

In this range, consider gifting generous glass sets and display pieces that transform an evening at home into an experience. A coordinated set signals occasion; it’s the kind of present that turns a kitchen cabinet into a jewel box.

For statement glassware, the Confetti Tumblers (set of 6) (£316.00) bring a painterly pop of color to cocktails and sparkling water alike. Prefer tonal sophistication? The Marble Tumblers (set of 6) (£316.00) offer soft, swirling hues that feel quietly luxurious. To vary height and silhouette on the table, the Hobnail Tall Glasses (set of 4) (£342.00) balance texture with clarity for an elevated everyday glass.

If your recipient loves to mix and match, try layering one of these sets with an iconic jug. The Paris Hobnail Jug (£202.00), Diamond Jug (£208.00), or Swirl Jug (£208.00) all pair seamlessly with these glass sets, creating a cohesive tablescape with texture, movement, and a little celebration built in.

Looking for a chic twist? Opt for the confident sparkle of the Golden Handle Paris Hobnail Jug (£286.00), then add height with the Swirl Dahlia Tall Glasses (£257.00). Together, they turn an ordinary meal into a moment that glows.

Gifts £400–£500: Heirloom Pieces and Art with Presence

For milestone occasions—weddings, significant birthdays, or the gift that says “forever”—choose pieces that hold a room and invite reflection. Think sculptural ceramics and original artworks that introduce mood, texture, and narrative to a space.

For a dramatic, organic centerpiece, consider the X-Large Organic Bowl (£480.00) by Àlvar Martínez Mestres. Its fluid, hand-shaped profile and generous scale make it a natural focal point for a dining table or console—equally striking empty or filled with seasonal branches or fruit. For a more intimate, coastal poetry, the By the Shore vessel (£401.00) evokes tide lines and the soft irregularities of forms smoothed by water and time.

If you’re drawn to the way light animates a room, gift an original artwork by Catarina Pacheco. Light Echos I (£423.00) and Light Echos II (£438.00) explore delicate shifts in tone and shadow—pieces that reward slow looking. Hung alone or as a pair, they create a serene visual anchor, ideal for bedrooms, reading corners, or a softly lit hallway.

Prefer a grand gesture that remains deeply usable? Create a signature serving moment with an artisanal jug-and-glass ensemble: the Confetti Paris Hobnail Jug (£269.00) paired with the Confetti Tumblers (£316.00) is a conversation starter; or opt for tonal restraint with the Paris Hobnail Jug (£202.00) and the Marble Tumblers (£316.00). These curated combinations fit beautifully within the £400–£500 bracket and transform gatherings into rituals.

Meet the Makers: Craft, Character, and Care

Our featured glass pieces come from Anna von Lipa, renowned for expressive, artisan-blown glassware that balances Old World heritage with modern color stories. Signature textures—hobnail, diamond, and swirl—interact with light in dynamic ways, turning the everyday act of pouring water or arranging flowers into something quietly celebratory. The breadth of the collection lets you tailor your gift to your recipient’s style: from the luminous Paris Hobnail Jug to the painterly Confetti Vase, from sculptural silhouettes like the Squeeze Vase to understated staples like the Hobnail Short Glasses (set of 6) (£267.00) and the Hobnail Tall Glasses (set of 4) (£342.00).

Our ceramics and vessels by Àlvar Martínez Mestres celebrate gesture and organic proportion, offering presence without pretense. Each form—whether the dramatic X-Large Organic Bowl or the more intimate By the Shore—feels connected to landscape and material, making them timeless companions to wood, linen, and stone.

Finally, works by Catarina Pacheco invite contemplation. In Light Echos I and Light Echos II, subtle gradations and delicate mark-making open a quiet dialogue with light. These pieces integrate effortlessly into minimalist interiors and richly layered rooms alike, bringing a meditative, lived-in warmth.

How to Choose the Right Gift (and Make It Feel Personal)

Start with mood. Does your recipient love a bright, celebratory table? Choose expressive pieces like the Confetti Paris Hobnail Jug (£269.00) or Confetti Tumblers (£316.00). Do they prefer soft, layered neutrals? Opt for the marbled finishes of the Marble Globe Vase (£244.00), Marble Tumblers (£316.00), or the serene curves of the Marble Elipse Vase (£181.00).

Think about how they gather. Dedicated hosts will love a complete pour-and-serve set: pair the Paris Hobnail Jug (£202.00), Diamond Jug (£208.00), or Swirl Jug (£208.00) with the Swirl Dahlia Tall Glasses (£257.00) or Hobnail Short Glasses (£267.00). For the friend who revels in singular objects, sculptural pieces like the Squeeze Vase (£245.00) or Volcano Diffuser Vase (£183.00) feel especially intimate.

Consider the places where gifts will live. A hallway console or coffee table welcomes the generous scale of the Round Hobnail Blond Bowl (£233.00) or the organic statement of the X-Large Organic Bowl (£480.00). A bedroom or reading nook becomes warmer with art like Light Echos I (£423.00) or Light Echos II (£438.00). For a kitchen, the straightforward elegance of the Golden Handle Paris Hobnail Jug (£286.00) or the Alice Paris Hobnail Jug (£252.00) elevates everyday rituals.

Finally, add a note about the maker. Link your gift to its origin: the Bohemian glass tradition celebrated by Anna von Lipa, the organic forms of Àlvar Martínez Mestres, or the contemplative works of Catarina Pacheco. When a present carries a story, it becomes something to keep, not just use.

Ready to discover more? Explore our full selection of artisan-blown glassware, sculptural ceramics, and original artworks, and let us help you assemble a gift that feels both personal and enduring.