We've got those Winter chills all sewn up! Warming Gifts from the Dorset team.

Keep yourself and your loved ones warm this winter with a truly unique handmade gifts from the many talented makers of the Etsy Dorset Team. 

All in a spin, this patchwork baby quilt from DorsetPatchworks will keep your little one snug, whatever the weather.

Handmade Classic Palette Spiral Baby Quilt

Comfortable and fun to wear, this retro style poncho by Stitches in Colour is great for walking the dog or to throw on while driving.  Team up with a funky pair of cowboy boots for a real country and western look... ye-haaaa!

Retro style poncho

Banish those winter chills, wrap up with a with a looooong handknitted snuggly scarf from Tessicas.  These gorgeous colours guarantee to brighten up any dull winters day.

LONG SCARF


Aran jumpers just scream warm and cozy winter wear. This child's jumper from WilverlyWoollens is a great modern take on the traditional Irish sweater.  

Aaron top.


What better excuse to snuggle up than this fun polka dot underwear set from EmerylLingerie. You don't need to set the world on fire to spark a flame... 

Black Polka Dot Bralette and Knicker Set

Dorset Etsy Team gift guide - everything you need for a special local handmade christmas.

Everything you will ever need for a perfect handmade Christmas, the Dorset Etsy Team makers have it covered.  

Meet the seller - Dorset Team Christmas Fair - Linda from Ndiehs Designs

Name: Linda

Shop Name:Ndiehs Designs

Shop Link: NdiehsDesigns.etsy.com

Located in: Poole

Sells: Handmade bags and accessories made from fabric that Linda designed as well as jewellery.

Maker's Story: Linda has always loved making things by hand and picked up her sewing skills from her mother as a little girl. It was however the tragic loss of her baby in December 2013 which made her want to start her own craft business. 

Linda explains..."Being on maternity leave with no baby to nurse was dreadful so I slowly found the strength (which didn't come easily) to 'escape' from the emptiness I felt deep within. While I was pregnant, I had lots of inspiration and made things for my baby (i.e. nappy bag, blanket, beddings, etc.). So one of the ways to find comfort and honour my baby's life was to try and not let the wonderful inspiration die. I carried on sewing and went to craft fairs to get away from it all and face life.

Since then, I have met some wonderful people I network with, they inspire me and I enjoy my craft even more and more.

Right now I'm building my own brand and my hope is not just for it to grow but to touch others out there who may be faced with tragedy/difficulties of all sorts and find it hard to pick themselves up. My message to them is "You can live again and enjoy life, for you're stronger than your obstacles"."

Linda likes making items which are both functional and pretty at the same time. Her items range from cool and calm to bright and bold.

Dorset Team Christmas Fair: Linda will be selling her handmade bags and accessories at the Dorset Team Christmas Fair on Saturday 3rd December at the Allendale Centre in Wimborne.

Please come along, meet Linda and our other makers and sellers.

Doors open at 10am and close at 4pm and it is free entry.

For more information please see our Facebook event page or blog post

Gift Guide - Something for everyone - Gifts from the Dorset Team

The Dorset Team is a group of over 700 local makers, designers, vintage sellers, craft suppliers and artists who all sell their wares on Etsy.com. Members sell a diverse range of different products so there really is something for everyone!

You can find some examples of their work on our Pinterest board here or by searching #DorsetTeam on social media.