Give the Peace of the Ocean This Christmas 🌊

There’s something about the sea that brings us back to ourselves isn’t there?
That gentle rhythm of waves, the smell of salt on the air, the peace that seems to settle over you the moment your feet touch the sand.

Every piece I create — whether it’s a textural artwork, a decoration, or a creative experience — is made to capture a little of that feeling. To bottle up a sense of calm, connection and magic, and I hope I have also made it really easy for you to give it to someone you love.

As the festive season begins, I’ve gathered together my favourite gift ideas — each one designed to bring the tranquillity of the ocean into your home or to someone special this Christmas.

Before we dive in, a little note from me — this Christmas will be the final year that I offer many of these smaller gift items in their current form.

Next year, my focus will be shifting towards a smaller, more refined range. So if you’ve had your eye on a piece, or love gifting these ocean-inspired keepsakes each year, now is the time to collect them.

My Favourite Ocean Gifts

1. Ocean-Inspired Christmas Decorations

These are some of my most loved creations — mini textured, coastal-inspired pieces that bring a little piece of Cornwall to your tree. Each one tells its own tiny shoreline story and makes a beautiful keepsake to unwrap year after year. I even have people using these throughout the year as charms in their home, even hanging them in their cars to bring the ocean to them whilst driving!

(Singles from £15, Pack of 4 for £45 — perfect for thoughtful gifting or stocking fillers.)

2. Jewellery with a Soul

A collection of delicate, ocean-inspired pieces designed to be worn close to your heart. Each one celebrates connection — to the sea, to creativity, and to the moments that matter.

(All under £50 — ideal for gifting something meaningful without needing to spend a fortune.)

3. Mini Painting Subscription – The Gift That Keeps on Giving

This one is my top gift idea this year.
Give the joy of the ocean, not just once — but across 6 months.

When you gift a subscription to my Mini Paintings, your recipient will receive a new original artwork each month — a small moment of peace and beauty arriving right to their door.

You can choose to pay in full or spread the cost over instalments, and I can send it directly to the recipient. It’s the perfect way to remind someone you love of the calm of the sea, month after month.

4. Creative Experiences – A Gift They’ll Never Forget

My Art of Being creative days and Sunset & Supper events are designed to give people a day of connection — to themselves, to nature, and to creativity.

You can easily purchase a ticket for your chosen experience and print the confirmation yourself to gift on Christmas Day.
Or, if you’d like something extra special, email me and I’ll send a beautifully gift boxed card to put under the tree.

If you’re not sure which experience they’d prefer, you can also gift a certificate for the value of the event — and they can choose their date later.

5. Gift Certificates – For Anything They Love

These are perhaps the most flexible gift option I offer.
A Gemma Lessinger gift certificate can be used towards anything — a painting, a commission, an experience, or a future collection release.

They are available in various values depending on how much you’d like to gift (perhaps the nearest value to the price of an experience ticket, or something towards a larger artwork), and I’ll send you a beautifully presented voucher in a gift box — ready to place under the tree.

This Christmas, give more than just a present. Give peace, meaning and connection — the kind of gift that stays with someone long after the wrapping paper has gone.

Whether it’s a handmade decoration, a piece of jewellery, a creative day to look forward to, or a timeless artwork that brings the sea home, every piece in my gifting shop is made with love and intention here in Cornwall.

Browse the full Christmas Gifting Collection here:
👉 www.gemmalessinger.com/gifting

And if you’d like me to prepare a special gift box, card or note for your recipient, just reach out to me directly at hello@gemmalessinger.com — I’d love to make it personal for you.

With love and saltwater,
Gemma x