Our Story
Still a Family Run Business
Over 18 years ago Suzanne Halpin, our Managing Director, started carrying
children’s activity packs and crayons to entertain her two daughters whilst dining out. Suzanne identified a need for an activity bag that not only entertained her children, but offered a practical solution to businesses wanting to create a positive family experience- The very first Bizzi Bag was born!
Developing the family-friendly offering
After making a trip to China to source a manufacturing facility, Craftis began to cost effectively create children’s activity packs and manufacture crayons that would benefit the UK market.
Business grew rapidly as the hospitality industry quickly recognised the value of their family offering with Craftis becoming the market leader in their field.
Robyn and Lia Halpin joined the sales team in 2024 and 2025 to further support the family business. Flying to China in 2025, Lia made the business trip with Suzanne & Michael to meet suppliers, build new relationships and check safety and quality standards across all areas of manufacture.
Supporting Newlife, The Charity for Disabled Children, with charitable donations on an annual basis.
Big Brands
After the success of the generic Bizzi Bag, Craftis developed a bespoke offering for many of its customers offering UK production for quicker production timelines.
In 2026, Craftis proudly continues their supplier relationships with many brands including John Lewis, Mitchells & Butlers, TUI Group, Whitbread, DFDS Seaways, Pepe's Piri Piri and Carlsberg Britvic Fruit Shoot™ customers.
Bespoke products include crayons for kids, disposable menu mats, colouring-in sheets, branded merchandise, educational materials, party ware, takeaway bags and boxes.
Craftis App with AR Scan & Play
With the aim to enhance traditional activity packs, The Original Bizzi Bag now includes access to the free Craftis App. Children can use their crayons to design their own explorers and watch them right in front of their eyes!
Each bespoke AR activity combines traditional colouring-in, 3D animation and sound, to create a fully immersive elevated experience.
Played over 83,000 times, Craftis' mini games continue to push the boundaries of family activity offered at the table in the industry.
