Valentine's Day Gift Guide | #ShopLocal

February is the month of love but I want to show you that it can be done locally and on a budget whilst supporting local businesses in the area. Everything you need for Valentine's Day is right on your doorstep, and you can surprise your loved one this Valentine's Day with something super special and unique from just around the corner.

Here are a selection of my gift ideas if you're lacking inspiration, this might help give you an idea of where to find the perfect gift this weekend, in time for Thursday 14th February - by the way, that's this Thursday!

Goodwin & Belle, High Street East, Uppingham, Rutland

With everything from chocolates to chopping boards, Goodwin & Belle in Uppingham will have something perfect for the lady or gent in your life this Valentine's Day. I particularly fell in love with these 'Terms of Endearment Notes' which are perfect to pop in a Valentine's Card to show your loved one how special they are.

Mother's Day Gift Guide | Shopping in Uppingham

One of my favourite things about living in Uppingham is the great offering it has when it comes to buying gifts and treats for friends and family. But not just any gifts, Uppingham offers a huge range of unique, handmade, one off gifts you might not find anywhere else, and that's why it's usually my go-to place when I need that perfect something for someone I love.

With Mother's Day looming this weekend, if you don't already have the perfect gift and maybe don't want to go to far out of the way to get it, you don't actually need to! Here are just some of the amazing gift ideas Uppingham's High Street independents have to offer, that might give you a couple of ideas and where to find the perfect gift for the Mum in your life.

Treat your Mum locally this Mother's Day.