Finding a thoughtful gift that doesn’t cost the earth - literally or figuratively - can be a bit of a challenge. Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, Christmas, a housewarming, or just a "thinking of you" treat, we believe that the best gifts are the ones with a story to tell.

At Adhock, we curate a range of ethical homeware and hand-poured scents that prioritise craft over mass production. To make things easy, we’ve rounded up five of our favorite sustainable gifts, all for under £30.

1. Thai Lime & Mango Upcycled Wine Bottle Candle - £24.99

Our signature wine bottle candles are where Adhock began. We rescue discarded glass bottles, hand-cut them in our workshop, and fill them with 100% natural soy wax.

The Thai Lime & Mango scent is a total crowd-pleaser - zesty, tropical, and refreshing. Because it’s upcycled, the recipient gets a unique piece of glassware that burns for 50+ hours and can be reused as a planter or desk tidy afterward.

Thai Lime & Mango Upcycled Wine Bottle Candle

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2. Individual Wine Bottle Tealight Lantern - £17.99

If you're looking for a gift that adds instant atmosphere to a garden or a cosy living room, these lanterns are perfect. Hand-finished from repurposed wine bottles, they are designed to sit over a tealight (we recommend our Refillable Soy Tealights!) to create a soft, flickering glow.

They are a beautiful example of how simple upcycling can transform something "functional" into a piece of art.

Recycled Wine Bottle Tealight Lantern

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3. Seachange Ocean Plastic Plant Pot (Medium) - £13.99

Perfect for the plant parent in your life. These aren't just any plant pots; they are made from recycled "ghost nets" and abandoned fishing gear. By turning marine waste into these vibrant, durable pots, we're helping to keep our oceans a little cleaner.

Each pot has a unique swirl of "sea-inspired" colours, meaning no two are exactly the same.

Seachange Ocean Plastic Plant Pot

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4. Recycled Cotton Throw in Almond & Warm Pink - £24.99

There’s nothing quite like a cosy throw to make a house feel like a home. These blankets are woven from recycled cotton (discarded clothing and textile waste that would otherwise go to landfill). The Almond and Warm Pink tones are soft and versatile, making this a brilliant, high-quality gift that feels much more expensive than its £24.99 price tag.

Recycled Almond & Warm Pink Cotton Throw

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5. Eco Woven Tote Bag - £14.99

A bright, practical, and eco-friendly staple. These woven bags are repurposed from industrial cement bags - taking a heavy-duty material that’s built to last and giving it a second life as a stylish tote.

They are incredibly strong, water-resistant, and perfect for everything from the farmers' market to a beach day. At just £14.99, they make a fantastic "extra" gift or a thoughtful standalone treat.

Recycled Woven Multi-Stripe Tote Bag

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Sending it as a gift?

If you're buying for someone else, we can ship your order directly to the recipient.

We use 100% plastic-free packaging and we’re more than happy to include a handwritten gift card from you - just leave us a message at the checkout!

Browse the full Adhock Collection here.


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