Today’s post written by Angela

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Welcome to our launch issue of our new column supporting independent baby and kids designer-makers, and bringing you fortnightly doses of fresh new talent, ‘I Made This’.

If you’re an independent designer-maker just starting up then you may be eligible to make a submission to be featured. Click here to view eligibility criteria and submission requirements.

I Made This: New Baby & Kids Designer-Maker Talent - Twirling Betty | Small Town | Jolie Petit Chose | Ninky Bear | Princesita Aby

1. Twirling Betty: 1950s-style fabric sun visor, $25.00 + post

“Twirling Betty makes fabric accessories for girls who are sweet but strong.  Twirling Betty visors are designed to be both very stylish and practical.  Not only do they provide some protection from the sun and are easy to tuck into little bags or pockets, but they also look gorgeous.” - Designer/maker Christen Dell, Australia

Interested in: Individal customer orders and wholesale orders.

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2. Small Town: Chocolate Carp Onesie, $25.00 + post

“Based in sunny Brisbane, Small Town is the artistic collaboration of Cameron and Monica.  Inspired by the need for unique colourful clothes for little ones, we decided to get creative.  Our aim is to provide richly coloured garments which have been screen printed by hand and designed with love.” – Designer/maker Monica Bauer, Australia.

Interested in: individual orders, and wholesale orders.

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3. Jolie Petite Chose: Fairies Baby Mobile, $75.00 + post

“This lovingly hand crafted nursery mobile features four fine looking fairies to flutter with you through the enchanted world. This fairy mobile will light up your room and bring a magical touch to your nursery.” – Designer/maker Jodie Baud, Australia

Interested in: Individal customer orders and wholesale orders.

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4. Ninky Bear: Flower Pots, $60 – $70 + post

“My aim of this product was to introduce mums/new mums to the fantastic world of modern cloth nappies. Presenting them in a fun and  creative way makes them a talking point and a great gift idea.”

Interested in: individual orders.

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5. Princesita Aby: Baby shoes, ARG $30 (approx. AUD$9.50) + post

” Patterned baby shoes free of internal tags. For babies not yet walking. Flexible to accompany the movement of the feet.” – Designer/maker Silvana Troncoso, Argentina.

Interested in: wholesale distributors.

Please visit individual sellers for postage and delivery information to your location.

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