Gift ideas for (almost) every interest

Because we all know someone who relies on a cup of coffee (or three) to wake them up during the daily grind, a cafetière, coffee scoop and set of espresso cups will keep coffee lovers caffeinated from weekday to weekend. And if they prefer milky coffees, switch out the cups for a larger mug, perfect for frothy lattes or cappuccinos.

Most bakers will probably have the usual spoons, bowls and utensils in their kitchen, so upgrade their baking kit with something a little more special. A set of stylish measuring spoons, a wooden pastry board with measurements and fun cookie cutters will make useful yet unique gifts for professional and home bakers alike. Keep young bakers entertained with a biscuit kit they can bake and decorate themselves.

What’s more purrfect than a few feline-inspired gifts for cat lovers and their furry friends? With tips on cat signals, a book on behaviour will give cat lovers all the tips they need to look after their feline, while a cat necklace will keep them looking sharp. And for their pet? Finish the gift with a fluffy cat toy and cat bowl that will look great in their home and keep their pet fed, watered and happy too.

Wondering what to get someone who loves dogs? Start with a gift for their home, such as this framed wall art dedicated to their furry best friend. A jigsaw puzzle will make a fun gift for dog lovers of all ages, complete with illustrations of different dog breeds. Surprise their pet too with a stylish dog bowl for food, water or doggy treats.

These gifts for gin lovers will get them in the celebrating spirit. Start with a set of gin glasses, specially designed to enhance the botanical aroma of their drink and add a cocktail book they can use to experiment with different recipes. For a bit of fun, give them a gin making kit and a jigsaw puzzle they can complete while sipping their homemade gin.

You won’t go wrong with these not-at-all-cheesy gifts for cheese lovers. Make their favourite course all the more enjoyable with a set of special cheese knives and brass labels to keep their creamy, strong, smelly and mild varieties properly identified. The finishing touch? A marble cheese board to display them on.

Whether they’re experienced gardeners or new plant parents, give them tools to help their flowers flourish. For use and display, a statement watering can will keep their indoor garden watered, while a book on planting and a hanging bee house will attract bees to their garden and ensure their outdoor plants are properly pollinated. After a long day gardening, their skin will love a set of nourishing hand creams, scented with rose, honeysuckle and more.

If you’re looking for gifts for cyclists, these presents are wheely fun! Give them something practical like a phone holder for their bicycle to display cycle routes while they ride. Then finish the gift with something inspirational, such as a piece of framed wall art and a book of the best bike rides around the world, so they can explore the globe on two wheels.