Special Shopping Feature

Hello and welcome to this weeks special shopping feature!
Our facebook page is filled with over 400 wonderful businesses and so to celebrate and advertise more fairly each week a new special feature will be ran, filled to the brim with wonderful items to buy. There is so much choice out there hopefully being in one place will help us decide what to buy!


Hopefully this will be run alongside our Review specials in which you can buy items from businesses we've reviewed.


So grab your brew, get comfy and get ready to see what's on offer this week.


Sutton Soap Handmade Natural and Organic Soap
Makers of beautiful handmade soap, your are sure to find a scent or shape that suits you. Currently they are offering soap from £1.50 including postage. Visit their website or facebook page and see what they have.
http://www.suttonsoap.co.uk/index.php
http://www.facebook.com/SuttonSoaps

Kirsty's Kross Stitch

Used with permission from Kirsty's Kross Stitch

Fantastic cross stitch cards including personalised charts. Has a wonderful new range of history and fantasy charts available prices from £3.50. Visit their website or facebook page and see what they have to offer.
http://www.kirstyskrossstitch.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kirstys-Kross-Stitch/166228760099092


Ivybet Gems

Used with permission from Ivybet Gems

Beautiful handmade jewellery for all ages. If you are looking for something for yourself, your child or as a gift for others then you won't be disappointed. Prices from £4.00. Visit their facebook page and see what's on offer.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ivybet-Gems/113910341986680


Pearlies 4 Girlies
Wonderful pearl jewellery for children and adults, all brightly coloured and beautifully made. If you are looking for a great gift then visit their facebook or etsy page for a look at what they are offering.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/pearlies4girlies
http://www.facebook.com/pearlies4girlies


Roo Bear Craft Creations
Beautiful handmade wooden keepsakes and home decor. With a wide variety of items you are sure to find something you were looking for. Items are custom made and prices vary. Right now they have some wonderful gifts for Fathers Day. For more information visit their facebook page and see what's on offer.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Roo-Bear-Craft-Creations/178899252161098

Hand made with love - Especially for you
Have a wonderful range of handmade home decor, headbands, tutu's and personalised items. They have such a wide choice of great items you won't be disappointed with the choices available. Visit their website or facebook page for more information.
http://www.hmwithlove-especially4u.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hand-made-with-love-Especially-for-you/151486338243365


Totally Trinketz

Used with permission from Totally Trinketz

If you are looking for wonderful handmade trinkets or children's room decor then you'll find a great collection here. From personalised name coat hangers to wall plaques and cards. Prices vary. Visit their facebook page for more information.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Totally-Trinketz/137413196312663


Seedlingz Online Boutique
A gorgeous collection of baby and children clothing. Made from organic and baby soft materials. They have a beautiful collection. Make sure to visit their facebook page for more information and a gallery of their items.
http://www.facebook.com/Seedlingz


Nichola Foster Designs
Beautiful one of a kind handmade jewellery. With a selection like this you're sure to find something you love. Stunning rings, bracelets, necklaces and more all made using fantastic materials. Make sure to visit their facebook page and see for yourselves what's on offer!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Nichola-Foster-Designs/190615480975141


FunkyClipz/Auctions and Selling page
If you are looking for personalised dummy clips, keyrings and gorgeous wine charms then take a look at these. With a variety of items available in gorgeous bright colours you'll find something you like. Prices from £1.50 Visit their facebook page for more information and a gallery of works.
http://www.facebook.com/FunkyClipz


Flossi's Gems
Gorgeous handmade jewellery available for all occasions, if you are looking for something special for yourselves or as a gift then take a look at what's on offer. Visit their facebook page for more information and a full gallery of items for sale.
http://www.facebook.com/FlossisGems


Gillyflower Designs
A wonderful collection of handmade jewellery and gifts. If you are looking for something to buy as a gift then take a look at what's on offer. Brightly coloured and fun these items will brighten up your day. Visit their facebook page for to see for yourselves what's on offer.
http://www.facebook.com/GillyflowerDesigns


Bows By Bryan-Handmade baby & toddler hairclips
Has a wonderful collection of handmade bows and clips for children. Made from bright colours and great fabrics you are sure to find something you like. Visit their website or facebook page to see what they have to offer today!
http://www.bowsbybryan.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bows-By-Bryan-Handmade-baby-toddler-hairclips/190191511021879


Smellies by Heidi 

Used with permission for Smellies by Heidi

If you are looking for great pampering items then take a look at these. With beautiful bath bombs and creams you are sure to find something you like the look of. Available in a wide range of colours, shapes and scents. Visit their website and facebook page for more information.
http://smelliesbyheidi.supersimpleshop.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/-Smellies-by-Heidi-/173304999364937


Small and Gifted
If you are looking for handmade personalised wooden products aimed at children and adults then have a look at these. With a wonderful collection of beautifully decorated and brightly coloured wooden items you will be spoilt for choice. Visit their website or facebook page and see what's on offer.
http://www.smallandgifted.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Small-and-Gifted/136809849721759


There you have it, a great collection of local UK businesses. I hoped you enjoyed looking through their shops but if you want more please visit our website and facebook page for more great businesses.
http://www.ourlocalcrafts.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/OurLocalCrafts

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