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bee yourself...

Bees are some of the most important creatures on our planet! They play a vital role in pollinating the plants that we rely on for food, and their hard work ensures that we have a diverse and healthy ecosystem.

They're also an especially trendy design motif - you probably know someone who's always sporting a bee design accessory, if that person isn't you yourself! There's something so charming about these busy little friends, so in celebration of World Bee Day on May 20th, we've gathered up some of our favourite bee-autiful picks across the site, as well as some fascinating bee facts.

Brilliant Bee home decor

A treasure trove of elegant gold and black homeware pieces ahead!

15CM ANTIQUE GOLD EFFECT HONEY BEE WALL HOOK

This simply stunning wall hook boasts realistic details in an antique golden hue - it can add a stylish flair to any room or hallway!

Set of 3 black and gold bee trinket trays

This nifty set of three trinket trays are ideal for dotting around the home! The fashionable shiny black finish contrasts beautifully with the gold designs.

21cm honey bee black metal lantern

This hanging lantern, also available in a larger size, would fit beautifully both inside and outside. The intricate laser cut design makes for a stunning piece!

SUMMER BEE GOLD honeycomb glass CANDLE HOLDER

Such an exquisite candle holder! Adorned with pretty honey bee silhouettes on both the inside and outside, it really comes alive when in use.

AMELIA BUMBLEBEE NOVELTY PLUSH fabric DOORSTOP

Let Amelia, with her bright yellow stripes and black features, bring a smile to your face and a splash of colour to your room!

38CM wooden honey bee wall hooks

Pairing nicely with our door wedge, this wall hook plaque would suit a wide range of interiors, and fits in so many rooms in the home.

Set of 2 bee pictures for walls

A fabulous wall art set, these stunning bee prints feature a white mount with a contrasting black frame which sets off the prints beautifully.

gold tone honeycomb bee display tray

This stunning aluminium trinket tray is sturdy, with a timeless elegance about it. This fashionable piece is handy for so many uses!

"THE LOVELY FLOWERS EMBARASS ME; THEY MAKE ME REGRET I AM NOT A BEE"
Emily Dickinson

best bee themed Gift Ideas

From oven gloves to cushions, these quaint items are especially perfect for a lover of all things cottagecore as well as bees!

emma bridgewater bumblebee & polka dot oven glove

This bright and cheery oven glove would be a fabulous gift for a bee-loving baker! We love Emma Bridgewater’s bumblebee range.

SUMMER BEEHIVE SHAPED SALT AND PEPPER SHAKERS

These delightful beehive salt and pepper pots are an adorable adornment for any kitchen side or dining room table.

emma bridgewater bumblebee round tin caddy

A great piece to keep in your cupboard or display on a worktop or shelf, the options are endless with this attractive tin caddy!

SET OF 2 HEXAGON BUMBLE BEE DRINKS COASTERS

You will "bee" sure to enjoy your drinks when you use this stunning hexagon set of 2 bee themed wooden coasters!

SET OF 4 BUSY BEES FLORAL TABLE PLACEMATS

Both functional and charming, ideal to protect your surfaces and add style to your mealtimes! You can also complete the set with matching coasters.

emma bridgewater bumblebee rice husk travel mug

This travel cup is made from rice husk, a natural by-product of rice milling, making it super eco-friendly.

Extra Large wooden insect hotel

What better gift than this bee hotel? Helping their favourite insects by providing this habitat to heaps of garden crawlies will surely bring joy to any recipient!

BEE HAPPY POMPOM SCATTER CUSHION

Make your sofa extra cosy with this pretty scatter cushion. It comes already filled with a comfy cushion inside - a lovely home accessory or gift for all.

“WHERE THERE ARE BEES THERE ARE FLOWERS, AND WHEREVER THERE ARE FLOWERS THERE IS NEW LIFE AND HOPE.”
Christy Lefteri, "The Beekeeper of Aleppo"

fantastic facts about bees

World Bee Day was officially designated by the UN in 2017. It is on May 20th, coinciding with the birthday of Anton Janša, known as the pioneer of modern beekeeping.

There are over 20,000 known species of bees worldwide, with scientists estimating that there may be as many as 30,000 species in total.

Humans have been collecting honey for thousands of years, before we had even begun to farm, or domesticate animals. In Valencia, Spain, cave paintings were discovered depicting honey collection, and they are estimated to be around 8000 years old.

The average worker honeybee produces only about 1/12th of a teaspoon of honey in her lifetime. However, the combined efforts of an entire hive can result in the production of several hundred pounds of honey each year.

The wings of a honeybee flap at an impressive rate of about 230 beats per second! They can fly up to 15-20 mph, depending on the species.

Bees are excellent mathematicians. They can recognize and understand the concept of zero, which is a rare ability among animals.

Bees have five eyes! They have two large compound eyes and three smaller simple eyes on top of their head, allowing them to have a wide field of vision.

Bees are capable of recognizing human faces. Studies have shown that they can learn and remember human facial features, which helps them identify familiar faces, such as beekeepers.

...and do your own sting

Bees are truly incredible creatures that play a vital role in our ecosystem! From their exceptional pollination skills to their intricate hive societies, bees deserve our admiration and protection, and by understanding and appreciating these fascinating insects, we can work together to ensure their survival and maintain a healthy environment for ourselves and future generations. So, whether for an occasion, or "just bee-cause", we hope that these selections mean you'll never be stuck for a gift for that bee-bananas friend again!

This article was initially published in September 2023 and has been updated and rewritten. All products in stock at time of writing.