Shopping for Baby and Children Items Special Feature

Do you have a child or a baby on the way? 
If you've ever been shopping whether for yourselves or with friends it is obvious that clothing and items aimed at babies and young children are big business but if you are looking for something unique or made with love and care then it can be difficult to find what you are looking for.


But not everything has to be commercialised, you can find high quality items that will last and are unique and made to what you want with prices to match.


Today's special feature showcases some fantastic small businesses in the UK providing beautiful handmade baby and child items, ranging all the way from baby shower gifts to accessories for children 10 and over.
All these items are made with care and have had a lot of thought and love put into making them. So put the kettle on, grab a biscuit and settle down for some fantastic shopping.


Gifts 4 The Family

Used with permission from Gifts 4 The Family

If you are looking for a special gift to give to someone at a baby shower or just as something practical but special and well presented for both mother and child then look no further. With a large choice of nappy cakes and hampers available you won't have to look far for what you want. A great place to find handmade cards too. Visit their facebook page for more information and a gallery of products available.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Gifts-4-The-Family/182143941823822


Sock monkey mischief

Used with permission from Sock Monkey Mischief

Are you looking for something handmade, unique and cuddly? Here you can find a wonderful collection of sock animals all waiting to be loved. You can also find other wonderful soft toys all handmade and using wonderful materials and colours. Available for both boys and girls. If your little one is in need of a new soft friend then visit their facebook page for a full gallery of work available.
http://www.facebook.com/Sockmonkeymischief


Lightbox

Used with permission from Lightbox

If you are looking for wonderful, handmade items for your child's room or beautiful blankets  and pillows then take a look at these. Using stunning fabrics and colours you are sure to spot something you like in the decor and colours you are after. Items available for both boys and girls. Visit their facebook page for more information and a full gallery of their works.
http://www.facebook.com/LightboxCrafts


Totally Trinketz

Used with permission from Totally Trinketz

If you are looking for personalised wooden keepsakes for both boys and girls then take a look at these. Handmade and personalised to your specifications you are sure to spot something you and your child will love. Items available include new baby plaques and egg cups to children's room decor. Visit their facebook page for a full gallery of works.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Totally-Trinketz/137413196312663


Ivybet Gems

Used with permission from Ivybet Gems

Are you looking for something bright and fun in jewellery for your child? Then take a look at what's on offer here. Handmade jewellery for all ages (including adults!) can be found here using fantastic colours and shapes I'm sure you can find something both you and your child will love. Visit their website and facebook page for more information and a full gallery of works.
http://www.ivybetgems.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ivybet-Gems/113910341986680

Scratchy cat crafts

Used with permission from Scratchy Cat Crafts

If you are looking for something pretty, handmade, unique and personal you can find it here. They have a wonderful range of decor and goodies for you child, items are available for both boys and girls and products range from just born keepsakes to teenage years and beyond. From wall plaques to notebooks you will find high quality and beautiful products for all ages. For more information and a full gallery of work visit their website and facebook page.
http://www.scratchycatshop.com/
http://www.facebook.com/Scratchycatcrafts


Funky Freaktures

Used with permission from Funky Freaktures.

Wonderful soft and funky creatures, handmade using great fabrics, designs and colours. If you are looking for something a little different for your child then look no further. With design available for both girls and boys you are sure to find something you and your child will both love. Visit their facebook page for more information and a gallery of their work.
http://www.facebook.com/FunkyFreakturesPage


Belladumpling

Used with Permission from Belladumpling

If you are looking for wonderful handmade wooden children's decor and keepsakes then look no further. Personalised to what you are looking for, they have a large range of beautiful items that will make any parent and child's day. Available for both boys and girls you will be sure to find something you was looking for. Visit their website and facebook page for further information and a full gallery of works.
http://www.belladumpling.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Belladumpling/122514194493006


Cat's Crafty Crafting

Used with permission from Cat's Crafty Crafting

If you are looking for something personalised, handmade and practical then look no further. Amongst other fantastically made wooden items you will find Alphabet building blocks, these can be personalised for your needs and will make wonderful gifts and keepsakes.
Visit their facebook page for further information and a gallery of their work.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cats-Crafty-Crafting/134022233313797

Sweet Bottoms

Used with permission from Sweet Bottoms

If you are looking for great baby shower gifts or sweet hampers for a birthday/occasion then look no further. You will find a wide range of wonderfully made and presented nappy cakes as well as towel cakes and sweet cones and gifts all in one place. Available for both boys and girls. Visit their facebook page for further information and a full gallery of their work.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sweet-Bottoms/184913861538948


Artinkulate Keepsakes

Used with permission from Artinkulate Keepsakes

If you are looking for something beautiful your child can keep when they are older then look no further. Handmade and hand painted fantastic keepsakes and name plaques. Available in a wide variety of designs, shapes and sizes you will find something you love. These wonderful keepsakes make great gifts that will be treasured for life. Visit their website and facebook page for more information and a full gallery of work.
http://www.artinkulate.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/inkyart


There you have it, some wonderful businesses with fantastic handmade gifts for both babies and children of all ages.
For more businesses like this feel free to visit our website and facebook page and if you know someone who would be interested in our blog please feel free to pass it along!
http://www.ourlocalcrafts.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/OurLocalCrafts