Nikky Bain is the creator of Soft Little Souls. Since designing the first pair of shoes for her little boy, she’s been on a journey to make soft-sole pre-walker shoes that are both environmentally friendly and functional. The belief that each of the little humans has a gentle soul and body that requires the right kind of nurturing is at the core of Soft Little Souls.
They have the environment and sustainability at the centre of their practices. Their soft sole shoes have recycled cork fabric soles and they strive to use other eco-friendly, sustainable fabrics such as organic cotton, bamboo, linen and tencel. They also try to minimise waste by using off-cuts and samples of fabric for other products (like the button earrings).
Soft little souls protect little feet while allowing little feet to develop propererly.
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Soft Little Souls started making soft sole shoes for babies but have since extended their products range. All items are 100% #nzmade. Their current range includes:
| Location | Whangaparaoa |
|---|---|
| NZ Made | All products made locally in New Zealand |
| Shipping | Shipping available throughout New Zealand |
| Materials | The pre-walker soft sole shoes have sustainable cork fabric soles and they aim to use other eco-friendly, sustainable fabrics such as organic cotton, bamboo, linen and tencel. |
| Sustainability | They try to minimise waste by using off-cuts and samples of fabric for other products like button earrings. |
Shay Hira is a Māori fashion designer from Ngai Takoto. Since moving to the Waikato, she has been connecting with her whanau which has lead her heart back to creating and designing, especially since getting to know her ancestral history.
She has an ever-extending product range so keep an eye on her Facebook page and website for new products.
Jodie Molloy is the owner-operator of Iti Kiwi, an online baby boutique stocking a selection of locally sourced baby and new mom products.
Iti Kiwi has a selection of high quality, beautifully made products designed and crafted by extremely talented Kiwis. An online hub created to find beautiful baby products easily while supporting local, New Zealand businesses.
Amanda from ‘Amanda Jayne Creative’ is a mother of three. She designs, cuts, and sews each piece from her small studio in their family home in Temuka. She has a background in fashion and graphic design and a real love for beautiful New Zealand leather.
It is not just the feeling, but the grain, and the scent of leather that draws her to it. By investing in a leather item, you are purchasing something that will last year after year, and will only get better with age.
With the help of her partner and their wee tribe of delightful little people, her range of bags grew and their gorgeous soft-soled, leather baby shoes were introduced.
Amanda Jayne Creative use 100% compostable courier bags for delivery.
Mila & Malou is owned and operated by Joanna, mum of 3 farming boys. She makes stylish ear warmers using New Zealand’s finest Merino wool.
With no brick and mortar store, Mila & Malou operate online, from a family home in Lichfield New Zealand.
With a rich family history in sheep farming, they support local, and source only the finest quality jersey knit Merino from New Zealand.
Handmade to order, so customers can choose a preferred colour, size, and design.
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