David Theobalds owns two Emporium gift shops – one in Winchombe, the other in Cheltenham – both on secondary sites. GiftsandHome.net asked David what is currently ringing up sales.

Decorative Home Accessories: Evans Lichfield: cushions
“A wide range of designs to suit any interiors.”
Decorative Home Accessories: East of India: across the board
“Great products and service. Everything sells out.”
Fragranced Giftware: Pintail: Christmas candles
“A perfect size. A pick up or teacher’s gift.”
Fragranced Giftware: Heaven Scent/Emporium own brand
“Our own brand candles and reed diffusers have seen increased sales year on year for the past seven years.”

Fashion Accessories: Black Ginger: mittens
“The mittens were our best selling item at Christmas, with over 500 pairs sold in one core design.”
Fashion Accessories: Moda Express: bags
“A wide choice of on trend bags and accessories.”
Greeting Cards: Lucilla Lavender
“We started with one range and now have four. Our best selling cards.”

Giftwrap: Globe Enterprise
“Superb quality giftwrap and bags that are a little bit different.”
Other Hot Hits: Apples To Pears: Gifts In A Tin
“These always sell well. The company has some good gardening products too.”
Top: Emporium Gift Shop.