Hi there. I'd like to start by saying a huge thank you to everyone who reads, follows, likes and supports- it means the world to me! Vegan Prose is almost 3 years old and, more than ever, writing the blogs, chatting with you guys and with the shops we love has got me through the last crazy year! If you don't already, follow Vegan Prose on Instagram   and say 'hi'!  When a special event, such as a birthday, is looming, I love nothing more than getting a big mug of oat milk hot chocolate and settling down at my computer to shop for the perfect present for my loved ones.  I know, it can be a stress buying for someone else, but I simply love the feeling of searching and finding something you know they will love.  I find, without a shadow of a doubt, that I have the most success for this on Etsy.  Etsy offer unique, often handmade or personalized gifts- they also offset their carbon emissions and you are supporting a small business! I also make sure I shop 'local' to