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Bundles of indie gifts joy
David Knight • 21 June 2023
You might have thought we were having an official #BabyGiftsDay judging by the amount of lovely #shopindie items for little ones on show during #UKGiftHour #UKGiftAM on Twitter.
UK indies & creatives unfurled bundle after bundle of gift ideas joy. Here are some of the delights that were introduced to the world.
Top row (from left):
- Colourful baby knitwear in sizes from premature to 12 months by Buckinghamshire knitter Bettysmumknits
- Baby shower cake toppers by London wedding décor, styling and gift indie Bagsoffavours
- Made-to-order cardigans in a selection of sizes and colours by Shropshire crochet specialist CrochetandIhandmade
Centre:
- Baby or pregnancy announcement gift box by Suffolk bringers of happiness MyGiftMarketGB – personalised options are available on all items
- Personalised rainbow print for a new baby or to celebrate a christening by Nottingham stationery designer ClarkieDesignsUK
Bottom:
- Handmade crochet baby or lap blanket by Isle of Bute crafter Rainbows Over Bute who donates proceeds from sales to a range of charities and good causes.
- Wood engraved baby plaque – ideal for nursery décor – by artisan gifts studio BlissfulArtHouse
- Gift set of handmade booties, cardigan and hat for a pre-term baby by Bristol creative HodgePodgeLoz
Join us on #UKGiftHour #UKGIftAM every Saturday and Sunday morning from 9am-midday – we’re the giftfinder at your fingertips!
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