Shop Local in Edinburgh this Christmas
Meaningful Gifts from The Nomads Tent
If you are planning your Christmas shopping in Edinburgh this year and want gifts with real meaning, The Nomads Tent in Marchmont is the perfect place to start. At this time of year it is easy to fall back on rushed online shopping and generic presents, but choosing to shop local does something different. It keeps money in the community, supports small businesses and helps keep Edinburgh’s independent retail scene thriving.
The Nomads Tent has been part of that community for decades and Christmas is one of the best times to explore everything the shop has to offer. Our collection of handwoven textiles, kantha scarves, throws, tablecloths, cushions and rugs is full of colour and craft. Each piece is made by skilled artisans, using traditional techniques that bring real character to a home. When you choose handcrafted gifts, you give something with a story, not something made to be forgotten by New Year.
The gift of craft and longevity
More and more of our Edinburgh customers are choosing sustainable and long lasting gifts. A handwoven rug or a soft kantha throw lasts for years, often becoming part of the home in a way mass produced items never quite manage. Textiles from The Nomads Tent age beautifully and bring warmth, texture and colour to any space. They are special, practical and memorable, which makes them ideal Christmas presents.
If you are looking for smaller gifts, our silver jewellery collection is always popular at Christmas. Each piece is crafted by independent makers and has its own character. Whether it is a pair of silver earrings, a pendant or a handcrafted bracelet, these are gifts made to be worn and treasured.
Why shop local in Marchmont this Christmas
Marchmont is one of Edinburgh’s best kept secrets for Christmas shopping. The area is packed with small independent shops, each with its own character and a selection of unique and distinctive gifts. It is the ideal place for a relaxed festive wander, with local businesses offering everything from homewares, soaps and candles to pottery, art, jewellery and even treats for your beloved pet. You can browse at your own pace, stop for a coffee or a slice of cake in one of the many neighbourhood cafés and enjoy discovering gifts you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
Meaningful gifting starts close to home
This year, if you want your Christmas presents to feel personal and considered, choose handmade. Choose sustainable. Choose something created by a real artisan maker, not a factory line. Most importantly, choose to support local shops that help keep Edinburgh’s independent spirit alive.
Visit The Nomads Tent in Marchmont and discover gifts that are colourful, hand-crafted and full of meaning. Christmas shopping feels different when you know you are buying something that will be loved for years to come. View our closing dates over Christmas and New Year here.
