Earn Cashback This Christmas Supporting Black Creators On Etsy

Christmas is a time of joy, celebration and giving. But it can also be a time of stress, pressure and overspending. According to a recent survey, Brits were expected to spend an average of £602 each on Christmas gifts in 2023, up from £429 in 2022. That raises some questions about the impact of our spending habits on the environment, society and ourselves.

One way to make your Christmas shopping more meaningful is to support Black-owned businesses. Ethnic minority entrepreneurs make up a crucial part of the small business economy, contributing at least £74 billion a year to the UK. However, they also face significant challenges, such as discrimination, lack of access to finance and limited networks. By buying from Black-owned businesses, you get quality products and help create a more diverse and inclusive economy.

CashBlack is a platform that rewards members with cashback when they shop online with Black-owned businesses. You can browse and discover new brands, or search for your favourites, and earn cashback on your purchases.

In December 2023, CashBlack put together an Etsy edit: a special selection of Black-owned Etsy shops offering Christmas cards, decorations and gifts. Whether you are looking for a personalised card, a festive wreath, a cosy candle or a unique present, here are some of our favourites:

Adia Nature is a shop that offers natural, organic and vegan skincare products, made with ethically sourced ingredients. You can find products for your face, body and hair, such as scrubs, masks, moisturisers, oils, balms and soaps, infused with botanical extracts and essential oils.

Afro Pop Socks is a shop that sells colourful and funky socks, inspired by African culture and art. You can find socks for men and women, featuring prints of animals, fruits, masks, flags and more, in different sizes and styles. You can also buy gift sets and bundles of socks.

Akrasi Boutique is a shop that specialises in handmade African jewellery, such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings. You can find jewellery made from beads, brass, wood, bone and cowrie shells, in various styles and designs, inspired by the rich and diverse cultures of Africa.

By Kala X is a shop that sells handmade macrame and crochet items, such as wall hangings, plant hangers, baskets and rugs. You can find items in different sizes, colours and patterns, as well as custom orders and tutorials. You can also buy macrame and crochet supplies, such as cords, hooks and rings.

FNIC Designs is a shop that offers bold, fun and colourful greeting cards and stationery influenced by black and British culture. You can find cards for various occasions, such as birthdays, Christmas, Father's Day and more, as well as wrapping paper, gift tags and calendars.

Gylo Illustrations is a shop that sells digital prints of original artwork by a London-based illustrator. You can find prints of various themes, such as animals, plants, landscapes and abstract shapes, in different sizes and colours. You can also request custom orders and personalised prints.

Kismet Klay is a shop that celebrates the bold and the bright, by creating handmade polymer clay earrings in various shapes, colours and patterns. You can find earrings for every occasion, such as hoops, drops, studs and dangles, as well as exclusive and custom designs.

Mumspired is a shop that provides gift boxes for pregnant and new mums, filled with carefully selected products to support them through their journey. You can find gift boxes for different trimesters, as well as postnatal and breastfeeding boxes, containing items such as teas, snacks, skincare, books and accessories.

Ndeyla Accessories is a shop that offers handmade African fabric accessories, such as headbands, scrunchies, hair clips and earrings. You can find accessories in various colours and prints, such as Ankara, Kente and Dashiki, as well as matching sets and gift boxes.

Nolari is a shop that showcases the beauty of African fashion and culture, by merging vibrant fabrics with western silhouettes. You can find clothing, accessories and home decor, such as dresses, skirts, tops, jackets, headwraps, bags, pillows and more, featuring Ankara, Kente and other African prints.

Phoenix Cove is a shop that sells handmade jewellery, accessories and home decor inspired by nature, fantasy and spirituality. You can find earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, bookmarks, keychains and more, featuring crystals, gemstones, charms and beads.

Sanaa Gift Shop is a shop that offers personalised gifts and accessories, such as mugs, coasters, keyrings, magnets and notebooks, featuring African-inspired designs and quotes. You can also find greeting cards, stickers and prints, as well as custom orders and bulk discounts.

Shimirose is a shop that sells luxury, vegan beauty products, based on unrefined shea butter from Ghana. You can find products for your skin, hair and beard, such as shampoos, conditioners, balms, oils and soaps, as well as candles, soaps and African shea butter soap.

Simple Scents by SC is a shop that makes natural and eco-friendly soy wax candles, melts and diffusers, with a range of scents to suit your mood and preference. You can find scents such as lavender, vanilla, jasmine, sandalwood and more, as well as seasonal and limited edition scents.

Teleciann Creations is a shop that creates beautiful and unique crochet items, such as hats, scarves, gloves, blankets and bags. You can also find crochet patterns and kits for beginners and advanced crocheters, as well as yarn and hooks.

These are just some of the amazing Black-owned businesses you can support this Christmas, saving money and earning cashback while backing Black entrepreneurs, creatives and communities. When we published this guide, cashback on Etsy shops through CashBlack was paid from Etsy's commission rather than by the sellers, so the small businesses kept their full sale.