Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Unique Children's Products in Sudbury
Established in 2004 as a home-based business, The Fabric Bug has evolved into a cherished family-run enterprise with multiple stores in picturesque locations. Our mission is to curate unique, high-quality products for children that inspire creativity and joyful play, offering items not typically found on mainstream high streets. We specialise in handcrafted toys, personalised gifts, and ethically sourced products, with a commitment to supporting traditional craftsmanship through partnerships like Lanka Kade, where skilled artisans in Sri Lanka create our wooden toys. Our Sudbury studio showcases embroidery services for personalisation, blending modern design with nostalgic charm inspired by countryside settings.With stores nestled among independent shops and natural landscapes, we provide immersive shopping experiences that celebrate creativity, sustainability, and exceptional customer service. Our product rangesfrom whimsical Wilberry collectables to practical baby essentialsare carefully selected to foster child development and family bonding. We prioritise tactile, durable materials and timeless designs that resonate with both children and caregivers. As a family business, we infuse every interaction with warmth and dedication, ensuring our customers feel valued and inspired. Our growth from an online venture to physical stores reflects our passion for creating spaces where play, artistry, and community thrive.
Services
Nursery Decor
Personalised Gifts
Children's Toys
Ethical Toys
Baby Essentials
Activity Sets
Soft Toys
Umbrellas
Bakery Aprons
Woodland Towels
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Family-run expertise since 2004 with a passion for child-friendly design
- Ethical partnerships supporting global artisans and traditional craftsmanship
- In-store personalisation services for bespoke gifts and keepsakes
- Curated product ranges blending creativity, durability, and safety
- Immersive shopping experiences in nature-inspired, family-friendly locations
Services
Nursery Decor
Transform children's spaces with our curated nursery decor collection featuring whimsical cushions, bunting, and wall art. Each piece combines vibrant designs with durable materials to create safe, stimulating environments. Our range supports imaginative play while maintaining aesthetic appeal for modern parents.
Personalised Gifts
Create lasting memories with our bespoke personalisation service, offering embroidered soft toys, name-stitched bibs, and engraved wooden keepsakes. Our Sudbury studio uses precision embroidery machines to add unique touches, ensuring each gift becomes a cherished family heirloom through generations.
Ethical Toys
Discover our ethically crafted wooden toys made in partnership with Sri Lankan artisans through Lanka Kade. These educational toys promote motor skills and creative thinking while maintaining fair trade practices, preserving traditional craftsmanship, and ensuring environmental responsibility through sustainably sourced materials.
Questions
What age range are your toys suitable for?
Our toys cater to newborns through early childhood, with safety-tested materials and age-appropriate designs promoting developmental milestones at each stage.
Can I customise products with personal names?
Yes, our Sudbury studio offers embroidery services for soft toys, bibs, and towels, allowing name additions or special messages to create unique keepsakes.
Are your products ethically sourced?
We prioritise ethical partnerships like Lanka Kade, ensuring fair wages for artisans and using sustainable materials in all our handcrafted toy collections.
Do you have physical stores?
We operate stores at Mercia Marina and Sudbury Courtyard, both offering immersive shopping experiences surrounded by nature and independent retailers.
What payment methods do you accept?
Our online store accepts major credit/debit cards and digital wallets. In-store purchases can be made via card or cash at our Derbyshire locations.
Reviews (4)
Stacey Conner
Dec 01, 2021
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What an absolutely wonderful, cute shop! Brought a unique coat for my niece. There were lots of great gift ideas, we mentally spent loads. Had to ask for the website for future buys. The lady was lovely and the shop felt at ease. Would definitely go back every time we visit the area.
Lesley Coombe
Nov 24, 2021
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Beautiful gifts especially the personalised ones. Very good quality nice variety of toys and teddies. Fast service and very friendly people. Have used this shop for years
Bryonie Ross
Jul 31, 2021
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If your ever visiting sherwood forest, I highly recommend visiting this little shop within the craft centre. Got some gorgeous things for the kids to take home after visiting us from Scotland.
Caroline Young
Jun 28, 2021
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Thank you so much for getting my order to me so quickly, my Grandson will be thrilled with his apron. Amazing service Joanne will definitely recommend you,