A few weeks back, I brought you the news that we’d finally found our perfect nursery. After months of appointments at preschools, playgroups and private nurseries, being shown dozens of miniature loos, and reading page upon page of prospectuses, Dexter will be joining a small class of other little people in a months time. It really is a special place and I know he’ll be thoroughly entertained, but I am going to miss him when he’s not here.
There’s an exhaustive list of equipment he’ll need - a raincoat, wellies, satchel, lunchbox… I could go on. With such a huge outlay before he’s even had his first day, the thought of him losing all his new bits brings me out in hives. That’s why we’ve opted for personalised school essentials from Stuck on You.
I’d read about these guys before they made contact with me as they’ve received hundreds of positive reviews from happy parents. What started 17 years ago as a modest labelling business has now evolved to include personalised gifts and school essentials of every kind. Aimed squarely at children, everything is fun, engaging and superior quality. The idea is create something your child will fall in love with, take pride in, and ultimately look after throughout their formative years.
It’s a well known fact that kids love things with their name on. Each and every nursery we’ve visited recently were keen to show Craig and I how the children have their own coat and bag hooks, and every child is able to recognise their own name. Right now this seems incredulous to us as Dexter can’t even say his own name, but I’m assured it’s the case. With this in mind I’m hopeful he’ll have less chance of mislaying his own special bag. Even if he does, his teachers will find it easier to find!
But not just limited to school bits and pieces, there are also tons of gift ideas. From suitcases, to height charts, to reward charts, to puzzles - there is sure to be something cute for your little one.
For each and every gift there’s a preview function. You’ll pick your colour, design and font and then enter your child’s name. This is such a great idea as Dexter was able to help design his own bits and pieces. There are tons of designs to choose from so your child will have something truly unique.
We were sent a messenger-style school bag and drinks bottle, and I’m really impressed with the quality.
His drinks bottle is made from stainless steel with a BPA-free plastic spout. It’s robust, easy to drink from and spill-proof. At £15.99 you are paying slightly more, but given the amount of bottles your child is likely to lose, the fact your child will hopefully come home with his everyday means it pays for itself.
Dexter’s is adorned with transportation images which has been a real hit. He’s so obsessed with cars (or da’s as he likes to call them) that we’re often having to drag him away from parked cars as he insists on trying the locks! There are however 25 more designs so plenty to choose from. The design and personalisation is actually imprinted so there no chance of it peeling away.
It’s also well worth pointing out that his bottle arrived well packaged in a quality box. This makes it easy to wrap up if it’s a gift.
His junior messenger bag is also fabulous quality. Measuring approx. 22cm x 22.5cm there’s plenty of room for his lunch items and a drink. It’s also fully lined with a wipe proof stripey material in case of spills. There are also two pockets meaning you can keep any paperwork or artwork safe from any mishaps. The adjustable detachable straps also make it a great choice for growing preschoolers. This is further reinforced by the strong and robust metal zip pulls which are perfect for chubby and clumsy fingers.
Designed by Penny Scallon, the majority of the decoration is transferred on, as is the personalisation. I’ve had a little pick at it though and wasn’t able to peel any away. The design on the front pocket is embroided. Of course it would lovely to have the choice of his name being embroided but this is mute point given it’s so well executed.
I love the design too. Once again there are cars and trucks so he’s a very happy little boy indeed.
At £24.99 it’s a fair price for such a quality bag.
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I have been sent the above shown items for this Stuck on You review, but all opinion and words are my own
