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We're Gift of the Year 2026 Finalists!

posted on 3 Mar in Gift of the Year, Our Products by The Marketing Angels.

The celebration continues with the announcement that we’ve made Finalist in the Gift of the Year Awards 2026, not once, but twice!

"The Gift of the Year awards, run by the Giftware Association, is the largest, longest running, most highly respected awards for the home and giftware industry.” We’re thrilled that two of our products have been awarded Finalist.

Making it to this stage of the competition in two categories demonstrates the range of excellent products we offer not just within the festive season (backed by 30 years of trading Christmas) but also in design-led gifts and homewares.

Many of you will have seen our shortlisted products at NEC Spring Fair and at our Showroom. Now’s the perfect time to pre-order (or order more!) of the Finalist products to benefit from not only some great, industry expert-selected products, but products that will also be receiving a lot of attention online.

Gift of the Year 2026 Finalist – Festive & Occasion Category

JNJ456A - Glass Book Christmas Decoration: 'Enchanted Folktales of England'.

JNJ456B - Glass Book Christmas Decoration: 'Irish Fairytales'.

JNJ456C - Glass Book Christmas Decoration: 'Folk & Fairytales of Scotland'.

JNJ456D - Glass Book Christmas Decoration: 'Myths & Legends of Wales'.

In the Festive & Occasions Category, this exquisite range of 4 countries: English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh glass storybook decorations, are a whimsical take on their rich history in folk + fairytales. These beautiful decorations are uniquely and exclusively designed for Heaven Sends, and make a chic memorable tree decoration honouring your favourite countries. With a bespoke intricate design for each one and a subtle glitter finish, these delicate mini Christmas books really stand out from the crowd.

Gift of the Year 2026 Finalist – Design & Craft Category

In the Design & Craft Category... our cute smiling crochet sunflower is the perfect gifting pick-me-up for cheering up a friend, and also makes the perfect tabletop companion! Crochet items are a big UK trend currently, so it's a no-brainer to add this crafty friend to your product offering.

See the Finalists & Find Out More:

Our Finalist products & shortlisted products are available to view in our Showrooms, alongside our entire collections across Christmas, Autumn, Halloween, Everyday, Spring, Easter, Garden. It's the only place to see our amazing full collection of over 8,000 lines. Book a showroom visit here or contact your Angel Rep.

⭐️ Vote for us in the People’s Choice Awards! ⭐️

Anyone can vote for their favourite products! We’d really appreciate it if you could vote for us.

Place your vote & find out more here.

If you have any queries about any of our products, trade shows or require any assistance at all, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team of 'Angels':

Tel: (+44) 0121 351 7457

Email: sales@heavensends.com

Heaven Sends receive a ‘Highly Commended’ Award in the 2025 Gift of the Year Awards

posted on 3 Jun in Events, Our Products by The Marketing Angels.

We’re so pleased to announce that alongside achieving ‘Finalist’ in this year’s Gift of the Year Awards in the Home & Kitchen category, Heaven Sends went on to receive a ‘Highly Commended’ Award from the judges. Our collection of Ceramic Book Vases held their own against some strong competition. Congratulations to all the finalists and the winners!

The Gift of the Year awards celebrate creativity, sustainability and highlight the very best in the home and gift industry. It was Heaven Sends’ first year entering the competition and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed the process, from having our vases featured on the GoTY stand at NEC Spring Fair, to enjoying the black-tie awards ceremony- and of course, eagerly awaiting the results! Safe to say, we’ll be back for next year’s award with more of our fabulous products.

Our trio of ceramic botanical book vases.

[Green vase: FDT090, Purple vase: FDT092 & Blue vase: FDT091]

Andy Jones, Director at Heaven Sends, said:

“What an amazing result to reach both Finalist and ‘Highly Commended’ with our first ever entry. We’ll be back, with more exciting products- our eyes firmly on that winner’s trophy!”

The team all had a wonderful time at the GoTY awards ceremony, it was the perfect chance to wear their glad rags and dance the night away.

Chris Workman, PR & Marketing Manager at the Giftware Association, said:

"The quality of entries this year was truly outstanding. Gift of the Year continues to shine a spotlight on the most exciting talent in the home and gift industry, and our 2025 winners are a testament to the creativity and resilience of this vibrant sector.”

Learn more about our ceramic botanical vases on our website.

Or see them for yourself: our bestselling Botanical Book Vases are on display at our Showrooms, come and see what all the fuss is about.

We've made Finalist at the Gift of the Year Awards!

posted on 4 Mar in General News, Our Products by The Marketing Angels.

We're thrilled to announce we have made Finalist in this year's Gift of the Year awards in the Home & Kitchen category.

It's been amazing to have our ceramic book vase collection recognised in the competition and make it to the final. Designed in the UK exclusively for Heaven Sends, we've merged classic novels with quirky home decor to offer a unique product you won't find anywhere else. Product codes FDT090, FDT091 & FDT092.

⭐️Vote for us in the People’s Choice Awards! ⭐️

You, our lovely customers, can help us win The People's choice award by voting on the Gift of Year's website: www.giftoftheyear.co.uk/the-peoples-vote

Thank you for all the support!

HS x

We've been shortlisted For Gift Of The Year Awards 2025!

posted on 3 Jan in General News, Our Products by The Marketing Angels.

 We are thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted in the Gift of the Year awards 2025 for the home & kitchen category.

"The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year."

We are over the moon to have our wonderful ceramic botanical vase collection nominated to enter the next stages of the competition, which gives recognition of talent & design exclusivity within the giftware industry.

PRODUCT CODES: FDT090, FDT091, FDT092

Our book-inspired vases were designed in the UK, exclusively for Heaven Sends. Merging classic novels with quirky home decor, our unique product offers buyers an all year-round  collection that won't be found anywhere else.

 Made of sustainable ceramic material, the vase sets have been flying out the door with many buyers looking to bring something new & extraordinary to customers this year.

Our shortlisted products will be available to view at the Gift of the year shortlisted products stand at Spring Fair NEC Birmingham throughout the duration of the event which will be held from the 2nd-5th February. You will also be able to see them displayed in person on our stand at Spring Fair, Find us at: Stand A531

The vases are also available to buy online using the link https://www.heavensends.com/search/sort-by/sku/sort-direction/asc?q=FDT09