Craft Resources

**Blaze4509** · 13-09-2012, 05:55 PM

Where do people find the best places to get children' craft materials such as glitter/glue/paints from, I've looked around and I'm not sure if its better to buy in bulk from early years suppliers or stick with supermarket/shop suppliers. With Autumn and Christmas fast approaching I'm going to need a fair bit. Any hidden gems or good advice out there?

**georgeypie07** · 19-09-2012, 04:54 PM

Craftycrocodiles.co.uk. Its the best craft supplier EVER!!!

**mrs_scottydog** · 19-09-2012, 07:42 PM

Couldn't agree more, plus they have quick delivery too. You may find though that you spend more than you intended to, I know I do. Hx

**loocyloo** · 19-09-2012, 08:12 PM

we love crafty crocodiles ( i also love that things come packaged in those ziplock style bags

( easily pleased me!

) i have a HUGE order ot put through ... although mindees have written it, so need to check - it probably has a zillion stickers on it, plus lots of beads and random kits! we are however, about to try out their decoupage stuff! ( heres hoping it takes them more than 2 minutes to do!!! )

i also get stuff from wilkies ( although their paint is quite runny ), the works, tesco, asda and anywhere i see bits & bobs!

**Carol** · 19-09-2012, 09:31 PM

Crafty Crocodile is really good. Poundland are good too, and Homebargains.

I also buy gifty wrapping paper and get the children to cut shapes, characters whatever is on the paper.

Carol

**tess1981** · 20-09-2012, 06:52 AM

I always find tesco and sainsburys reduce their craft materials to ****** at least twice a year i got bags of feathers for 33p foam shapes 38p tissue paper cards etc even pva glue was 70% of yesterday

**miffy** · 20-09-2012, 06:54 AM

As well as all the above try baker ross on line - they have a bargain section and Wilkinsons and the Works on the High Street.

Miffy xx

**tess1981** · 20-09-2012, 07:21 AM

Originally Posted by miffy

As well as all the above try baker ross on line - they have a bargain section and Wilkinsons and the Works on the High Street.

Miffy xx

two little words that get me so excited lol

**cherry** · 20-09-2012, 07:23 AM

Step By Step have free delivery at the moment

**Kiddleywinks** · 20-09-2012, 07:40 AM

Our local scrap store is fab, and bloomin' cheap, so worth seeing if you have one local to you

**bulldog** · 20-09-2012, 11:56 AM

Ebay have loads of cheap craft things, also The Works if you have one near you.

**nannysue** · 20-09-2012, 12:32 PM

Originally Posted by georgeypie07

Craftycrocodiles.co.uk. Its the best craft supplier EVER!!!

I agree. brilliant customer service and super quick delivery

The Range has a good craft section too

**caz3007** · 20-09-2012, 01:14 PM

Another vote for crafty crocodiles.

Like everyone else, I keep an eye out when I am out and about, picked up things from all the chains mentioned and keep an eye out for stuff when its reduced. I dont need to buy much for xmas crafts and bought loads in January

**tess1981** · 20-09-2012, 01:36 PM

Originally Posted by caz3007

Another vote for crafty crocodiles.

Like everyone else, I keep an eye out when I am out and about, picked up things from all the chains mentioned and keep an eye out for stuff when its reduced. I dont need to buy much for xmas crafts and bought loads in January

me too