Midlands Business Showcase

Today we showcased businesses from the Midlands, since we last showcased that area we have quite a few more members from there and here they are:


Beading Barn 
Based in the Midlands you will find a wonderful collection of beads and findings, perfect if you are looking to make your own jewellery or if you already do. Pop over to their page and see what they can offer.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beading-Barn/146507602082826


Funky Freaktures 
Based in Lincolnshire they have a wonderful collection of unique critters and bags. They are brilliantly made and will make a great present so pop over to their page and see what's on offer.
http://www.facebook.com/FunkyFreakturesPage


Hand made with love - Especially for you 
Based in the Midlands you will find a gorgeous range of handmade accessories and wooden home wares. Pop over to their page you won't be disappointed, your sure to find something you like.
http://www.hmwithlove-especially4u.co.uk
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hand-made-with-love-Especially-for-you/151486338243365


BirdieGingham Accessories for you and your home 
Based in Birmingham you will find a gorgeous collection of handmade home wares and accessories. If you are looking for something special and different for your home then pop by their page and see what's on offer!
http://www.facebook.com/BirdieGingham


Madeforu Bespoke and Made for u
Based in Tamworth you will find a great collection of gifts, handmade cards and sweet bags. Pop over to their pages to see what's on offer at the moment, their gift baskets look fantastic.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002279660037
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Made-for-u/147719285287155


Eleanor Jane Cards 
Based in Walsall you'll find some great handmade cards for all occasions. Pop over to their page and see what's on offer and how they can help you.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002285638725


Artemis Designs 
Based in Lincolnshire you will find a stunning collection of unique handmade jewellery. If your after something different and special then pop over to their page and see for yourselves these gorgeous pieces.
http://www.artemisdesigns-jewellery.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/ArtemisDesignsJewellery


Crafty Critters 
Based in Lincolnshire you will find a fantastic collection of handmade children's clothing, bright and funky you're sure to find something you want. Pop over to their page and see for yourselves what's on offer. They also have 10% off orders made before April 30th!
http://www.facebook.com/CraftyCrittersShop


Sweet Bottoms 
Based in Derby you'll find a wonderful collection of gifts including handmade nappy cakes, sweet bags and more. Pop by their page and see what's on offer at the moment.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sweet-Bottoms/184913861538948


Delicious Catering and Cupcakes, Leicester
Based in Leicester you will find a stunning variety of handmade cakes for all occasions, they are wonderfully presented and will make a great centrepiece for your event. Pop over to their page to see for yourselves the gorgeous cakes on offer.
http://www.deliciouscatering.moonfruit.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Delicious-Catering-and-Cupcakes-Leicester/151173138260416


Elderberry Blue 
Based in the Midlands you will find some beautiful handmade cards, using some great materials I'm sure you find something you like. Pop over to their page and see what's on offer.
http://www.elderberryblue.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Elderberry-Blue/190908574278097


Kate's Cards 
Based in Derbyshire you will find a fantastic range of handmade cards for all occasions, if you are looking great cards with personality then these are for you. Pop over to their page and see for yourselves what's on offer.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kates-Cards/157226060955988


Crystal Bears 
Based in Derby you will find amazing handmade teddy bears and jewellery. If you are looking for a great gift then look no further and no 2 bears are exactly the same.
http://crystalbears.co.uk/default.aspx
http://www.facebook.com/crystalbears2011


Cute as a button 
Based in the Midlands you will find gorgeous handmade bags, bunting and hair clips, if you are looking for cute and bright accessories then these are for you. Pop by their page and see for yourselves what's on offer.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cute-as-a-button/201545279868244


Exclusively by Claire 
Based in the Midlands, they sell beautiful hand made cards for all occasions. Made with gorgeous materials you will definitely find something your after. Pop by their page and see for yourselves the beauty of these cards.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Exclusively-by-Claire/200188420002511


Be-Dazzled2011 
Based in Northampton they make and sell beautiful jewellery. You will find some gorgeous pieces that would make great gifts for either yourselves or someone you love. Pop over to their page and see what they have on offer at the moment.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Be-Dazzled2011/217074324975581


Relatively Pink 
Based in Rugby, they make and sell stunning hand made cards, paper bouquets and other beautiful paper craft items. Items can be made to order so pop over to their page and see what they can offer you.
http://www.facebook.com/relativelypink1


The Empire Soap Collection 
Based in the Midlands they sell soaps, bath bombs, shampoo and other wonderful pampering goodies. So if your looking for some beautiful 'me time' products pop over to their page and see what's on offer. If you know someone who could do with some good quality pampering then please pass along their details.
http://www.theempiresoapcollection.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Empire-Soap-Collection/132983483437673


TinksTreasures 
Based in the Midlands, you will find gorgeous hand made jewellery. Perfect for gifts for yourselves or others, you will find a piece you love. Pop over to their page and see these beautiful creations for yourselves. 
http://www.facebook.com/pages/TinksTreasures/125668290838898


There you have it, our growing range of businesses in the Midlands, if you are looking for businesses in other areas you can find them on our facebook page and website.
http://www.facebook.com/OurLocalCrafts
http://www.ourlocalcrafts.co.uk/

Special Wedding Feature

Summer is fast approaching and that can only mean one thing.. wedding season! And why not; sunshine, outdoor pictures and parties and a better more natural tan! But what about the little things, you know favours, gifts for the bridesmaids, thank you cards and the myriad of other items, doesn't it make your head spin? I know it does mine. 


Where do you start?
There are a thousand and one websites, books, people all shouting at you to let them help and by the end of it all your still not sure of anything other than the growing need to take an aspirin!
Our Local Crafts has come up with a list of fantastic businesses to help with this problem all under one roof. These are all small businesses which means you get the attention you deserve with the quality you demand.


Jude's Jewels Handmade Designer Jewellery - Stirling, Scotland. Posts worldwide.
Offers a wonderful range of handmade bespoke jewellery. If you are looking for something different yet special then they are for you. Brooches, tiaras, hair pins, cufflinks and more, made to order for your tastes. They have a full gallery of their work on their website and facebook page.
http://www.judesjewels.co.uk/ourshop/cat_49815-WeddingBridal-Prom-and-Special-Occasion-Jewellery.html
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Judes-Jewels-Handmade-Designer-Jewellery/211021065361


JewelleryMadeWithLove - Posts within the UK
Offers a beautiful range of handmade to order cufflinks, bracelets, bookmarks and wine glass charms as wedding favours. They have a wonderful range available and if you are looking for something different to use as wedding favours then look no further. For a full gallery of their work see their facebook page. They also offer discounts for large orders.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/JewelleryMadeWithLove/188199801210633

Designer shoes not designer prices - Posts within the UK

Used with permission from DesignerShoesNotDesignerPrices

Has a wonderful range of mother of the bride/groom shoes and matching bags. If you are looking something special for your feet then these are for you. Stunning shoes with stunning matching accessories, what's not to love. You can find a full gallery of their items on their website and facebook page.
http://www.designershoesnotdesignerprices.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/designershoesnotdesignerprices

Sweet Bottoms - Delivery of sweet favours within the UK. Candy buffets to the Nottingham, Derby and Leicestershire Areas.
Can provide sweet wedding favours to suit your needs. Everyone likes sweets and they are the classic wedding favour. If you are looking for something different how about a sweet buffet? These can be provided in the Nottingham, Derby and Leicester area. Got a sweet tooth and want to stand out? Then these are for you. For a full gallery of their services you can find them on facebook.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sweet-Bottoms/184913861538948

Relatively Pink - Delivery within the UK
They have a wonderful range of handmade bespoke wedding invites, stationary and thank you cards. They also make everlasting bouquets, beautiful flowers made from paper. If you want something special you can keep then these are for you. You can find a full gallery of work on their facebook page. They can work to your budget so that you can receive the items you want at the prices you want.
http://www.facebook.com/relativelypink1


Rosewood Flowers - Based in Cambridge

Used with permission from Rosewood Flowers

Beautiful handmade bouquets of wooden flowers. The flowers are all handcrafted to give you the attention to detail and quality needed. They are made to order so please order in advance. Bouquets, buttonholes, wall and table decorations available to order. Price is based on individual orders. To see their work a gallery is available on their facebook page.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rosewood-Flowers/148788755187014

Smellies by Heidi - Posts within the UK

Used with permission from Smellies By Heidi

Gorgeous, scented and perfect for wedding favours. You will find a wide range of handmade bathbombs, creams and salts. Individually made so that you receive your items fresh and smelling perfect. If you are looking for something different to use as wedding favours then these are for you. Beautifully presented and made with care. You can find the full range of these on their website and facebook page.
http://smelliesbyheidi.supersimpleshop.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/-Smellies-by-Heidi-/173304999364937


Eleanor Jane Cards - Delivers within the UK

Used with permission from Eleanor Jane Cards

If you are looking for cards or invitations, then take a look at these. You will find a wide range of handmade cards, invitations and order of ceremonies leaflets. You can find the full range of these on their facebook page.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002285638725


These are but a few of the wonderful businesses out there and as you can see they are offering high quality items that will make any special day stand out just that little bit more. If there is something specific you are looking for just send me a message or comment and I can find it for you.
Please feel free to pass this blog along to people you think would be interested.


http://www.ourlocalcrafts.co.uk/

North West Business Showcase

Yesterday's showcase was for businesses in the North West UK. There are some wonderful businesses and services available, see for yourselves:


Clips & Glitz 
Based in Cheshire you will find a gorgeous range of handmade hair clips, head bands and bobbles. If you are looking for cute and well made hair accessories then this is the place for you. Pop over to their page and see what they have to offer and if you know someone who would be interested in them please pass along their details.
http://www.facebook.com/ClipsAndGlitz


sweet moments (cakes by Aly) 
Based in the Wirral you will a delicious range of handmade celebration cakes and desserts for all occasions. Just looking at their page makes my mouth water so just imagine eating one of their products!! Pop over to their page and see what they can do and if you know someone who would be interested please pass along their details.
http://www.facebook.com/sweetmomentscake


Precious Memories - Baby Hand and Foot castings
With studio's around the UK you can also find one in the Widnes/Liverpool area. They create 2d and 3d hand and foot prints and castings to make wonderful memories you can treasure. Pop over to their group page and see what's on offer and if you know someone who would be interested please pass along their details. 
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=185795129822


Sutton Soap Handmade Natural and Organic Soap 
Based in Cheshire you will find an amazing range of hand made soaps and other cosmetic items. They have a great collection and you're sure to spot something you like, if you know someone else who would be interested please pass along their details.
http://www.facebook.com/SuttonSoaps


Ever So Pretty Designs 
Based in Blackburn and Bolton you will find a great collection of handmade jewellery. These pieces make great gifts!. You can even find some beautiful handmade cushions and other great items, pop over to their page to see what's on offer and if you know someone who would be interested please pass along their details.
http://www.facebook.com/EverSoPrettyDesigns


Handmade by jojo 
Based in Blackburn you will find a fantastic collection of handmade sock animals, keyrings and nappy cakes. They have some great items at the moment so make sure you pop over to their page and take a look! If you know someone who would be interested please pass along their details.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Handmade-by-jojo/148417798548000


Made by Mia's Mum 
Based in Warrington you will find a great range of beautiful sock handmade sock animals and fantastic handmade cards. Pop over to their page and see what's on offer and if you know someone who would like them please pass along their details.
http://www.facebook.com/madebymiasmum

There are more wonderful small businesses on our facebook page and if you're not from the North West or don't mind shopping a little further afield then pop over and have a look at our local business directory for other great small businesses including fantastic services!
http://www.facebook.com/OurLocalCrafts
http://www.ourlocalcrafts.co.uk/