Ouistitine
Lachine maker of hand puppets and soft toys sewn from recycled wool sweaters.
- Lachine
- Toys, games and fun
About Ouistitine
Ouistitine is a small maker in Lachine, in the west of Montreal. It sews hand puppets and soft toys from recycled wool sweaters, giving old knits a new and playful life.
Ouistitine suits parents, grandparents and anyone looking for a gift that is soft, one-of-a-kind and kind to the planet. A hand puppet is a lovely way to tell bedtime stories or entertain a toddler on a long car ride. Because each sweater is different, every toy has its own look. It is a cozy Lachine craft that fits nicely under a Christmas tree.
At a glance
- Category
- Toys, games and fun
- Based in
- Lachine, on the island of Montreal
- Size
- An independent, smaller maker
- Listed in
- Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal
- Website
- ouistitine.com
Questions people ask
Is Ouistitine made in Quebec?
Yes. Ouistitine started in Quebec and is based in Lachine, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.
What does Ouistitine make?
Lachine maker of hand puppets and soft toys sewn from recycled wool sweaters.
Where can I buy from Ouistitine?
Start with its official website, ouistitine.com. Look in independent toy, game and book shops and at craft fairs. Video games are sold on the usual online stores.
Is Ouistitine a big company or a small business?
Ouistitine is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.
What are some local brands similar to Ouistitine?
Other local brands in Toys, games and fun include Petit Lem, Le Scorpion Masqué, Raplapla, La Pastèque.
How did Ouistitine get on this list?
Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Ouistitine and want to update this page, contact us.
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