Don’t you just love it when things click into place perfectly. That’s exactly how I feel about my latest collaboration with one of my favourite NZ Brands – Clever Little.
Clever Little was founded by Shara Quin, a passionate advocate for self-care and sustainability. Shara's journey began with a simple yet powerful mission: to create products that empower women to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin, especially during their periods. She recognised a gap in the market for period care that was not only effective but also kind to the environment and the body. Clever Little products are made only with natural alternatives and no nasties creating self-care essentials that are better for your body and our planet.
Our Collaboration Story
We already stock Clever Little’s Comfort oil at Big Little Gift Box. A connection made through Ellen Larsen, another passionate sustainability advocate known on Instagram as Chronically Ellen. You can imagine I was more than delighted to receive an email from Shara suggesting we collaborate. I knew our brand values align and she was a lovely human plus we found out we are both based in the same area, so I was all in!
Shara had figured out that our fabric gift boxes made the perfect storage container for Clever Little products – where gifting meets practicality. The result was a beautifully curated gift box: All the Little Things You Need. This unique set is more than just a collection of products; it’s a thoughtful combo of self-care, sustainability, and locally made products, designed to bring comfort.
So, What’s Inside the Box?
Curated with care, this gift box is an exclusive selection of products from both Big Little Gift Box and Clever Little, offering premium essentials and comforting treats in one beautifully crafted package. Here’s what you’ll find inside:
1. Reusable Fabric Gift Box – A stylish and reusable organiser for all your period care.
2. Period Care Essentials by Clever Little:
- 2 Pre-Packed Period Boxes: Choose from tampons (16-pack), pads (10-pack), or liners (20-pack) to suit your flow.
- 40 Loose Period Products: Select 40 individually wrapped tampons, pads, or liners for convenient, high-quality care.
- Comfort Oil: A soothing remedy to ease cramps and relax your body.
- 3 Heating Patches: Provide instant warmth and relief whenever you need it.
3. Sweet and Soothing Additions:
- 2 Chocolates: Sweet treats made by House of Chocolate in Auckland
- 2 Teas: Calming blends for a moment of relaxation made by social enterprise Charity Tea in Auckland
Why You’ll Love It
- Everything in One Box: All the little essentials you need to manage your period with ease and comfort.
- Comfort Meets Care: From heating patches to chocolates, this box has all the comforting details covered.
- Eco-Conscious Design: Includes a reusable fabric storage box to keep your essentials neat and sustainable.
- Perfectly Giftable: A thoughtful way to show you care, whether for a loved one or yourself.
Why We Partnered with Clever Little
At Big Little Gift Box, I’ve always been passionate about creating meaningful gifts that actually get used. There’s nothing worse than feeling guilty about a gift you aren’t ever going to use and need to re-gift or throw away. The products we have curated are all very usable and can be tailored to make sure you get exactly the period care that suits you.
Working with Shara was easy, even though we chose to work on this collab through December which was so busy for both of us. When two brands align it becomes simple to work through the questions and details. It’s a really good lesson for anyone looking to collaborate in business – make sure you have the same goals!
Together, we wanted to create something really unique that wasn’t available elsewhere. As I packed up our first orders, I was so pleased with the result. It’s a gift box that has your wellbeing, self-care and comfort as it’s focus – which woman doesn’t want some of that!
How Do I Get my Hands on One?
All the Little Things You Need gift box is available now to purchase for yourself or a friend or family member. You can shop online here.