By The Green Parent
16th December 2019
1. Squidge and Smudge, squidgeandsmudge.co.uk
Unique, comfy baby and toddler clothes, handmade in the UK by two Mums. There’s plenty to get excited about in their shop from custom made aviator hats to the wonderful harem rompers. Shown here is the Organic Retro Hills Romper in sizes newborn to 12 months, from £20. This harem style offers a perfect fit for cloth bums; the soft ankle cuffs keep things in place while the drop crotch style provides the extra space for comfort.
2. Little Green Radicals, littlegreenradicals.co.uk
Started in 2005, this company has always been committed to fair-trade, organic cotton. At the beginning it was a range of fun quirky t-shirts, now there’s so much to choose from and available in sizes from birth to 8 years old. We love these Rainbow Robin organic pyjamas (£29), which are comfy and cosy and super long-lasting so they can be passed down again and again.
3. Pigeon Organics, pigeonorganics.com
The beautifully soft clothes at Pigeon Organics are made from 100% organic cotton, in a small number of factories which adhere to fair labour practices. The company works with hundreds of small independent retailers across the UK in an effort to support vibrant high streets in our towns and cities.The design and quality of the clothes means that they can be passed from baby to baby and child to child again and again. For example, this cosy reversible zip-front gilet has handy side pockets, with fleece on one side and soft jersey on the other and is really built to last and last. Available in sizes 3 months to 8 years, for £39.90.
4. Littleleaf Organic, littleleaforganic.com
This family company is based in Hampshire and as well as gorgeous baby clothes they produce luxurious organic cotton bedding for adults and kids. Choose from a new baby gift box or one of these lovely super soft organic baby grows - this one is the Spring Bud design and is available in sizes to fit from newborn to 24 months for £20.
5. Frugi, welovefrugi.com
Frugi was born in 2004 as a ‘Eureka’ moment when founders Lucy and Kurt struggled to find clothing to fit over their son’s cloth-nappied bum. They’ve grown so much since then and you’ll now find everything from organic hats for tiny babies to maternitywear. Check out this Cute as a Button cardigan for £30, made from organic knitted cotton, which coordinates with the Harlow Knitted Hat and Cuddle Up Blanket, making an ideal gift for a new baby. Or visit the Christmas section of the shop for tights, pjs and more.
