Written by Angela Campbell, Senior Account Manager at Craftis.
Tell us a bit about your company
Our story began over 19 years ago when our Managing Director, Suzanne Halpin, wanted a better way to keep her two young daughters entertained while dining out. She saw an opportunity to create an activity bag that delighted children while helping hospitality businesses offer a more enjoyable family experience. From that simple idea, the very first Bizzi Bag was born!
Still a family business and now the UK’s leading supplier of children’s activity packs for the hospitality and leisure industry, Suzanne’s daughters, Robyn and Lia Halpin, are part of the team, continuing the family legacy.
Manufacturing over 20 million products per year, we’re proud to work with leading brands including, Mitchells & Butlers, TUI Group, Whitbread, DFDS Seaways, Pepe’s Piri Piri, and Carlsberg Britvic Fruit Shoot™ – helping businesses create memorable moments for families every day.
New for 2026, Craftis is proud to be a Certified B Corporation. Meeting B Lab’s high standards for social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. We’re also an annually audited FSC®-certified business, supporting responsible forest management worldwide.
Tell us about your latest product(s) we can hope to see on your stand
Now readily available, our Craftis double-ended crayon packs! Each crayon features two colours, meaning you only need two crayons instead of four, reducing waste at the table without compromising on creativity.
They’re manufactured using 100% solar-powered renewable energy, and the smaller pack size means less packaging, more efficient transport, and fewer deliveries, helping to reduce carbon emissions across our supply chain.
Every crayon is packed in a reusable brown kraft card box made from 100% recycled paper, and we’re committed to the ethical sourcing of all our raw materials. Once the fun is finished, simply unfold and flatten the box before recycling.
With over 37 million crayons manufactured every year and more than 19 years supplying the hospitality industry, Craftis offers a reliable, cost-effective solution that’s always ready when you need it. Available in bulk, our crayons are the perfect companion to our activity mats, kids’ menus and takeaway packaging.
Better for Kids. Better for the Planet.
Why is exhibiting at The National Restaurant, Pub & Bar Show an unmissable opportunity for you?
The National Restaurant, Pub & Bar Show is a key date in the Craftis calendar and one of our favourite opportunities to meet customers – both new and existing – in person.
While video calls have become part of everyday business, nothing compares to face-to-face conversations. The show gives us the chance to demonstrate our products properly, build lasting relationships, and better understand our customers’ operational challenges, feedback, and evolving needs. These conversations play an important role in shaping product improvements and ensuring we continue to deliver solutions that work for the hospitality industry.
