Wooden toys are classics for their wonderful colors, shapes, textures and lasting power. Wooden food is especially popular, since it can be used in a variety of ways during imaginative play. Two popular toy companies that make wooden food toys are Melissa & Doug, and HABA. Who are Melissa & Doug? Melissa & Doug, a ...
A baby-safe beeswax finish on wooden toys has a lot of advantages for a craftsperson and the children playing with the toys. Beeswax polish doesn’t contain harsh chemicals, and is actually good for skin, improving it’s health during the application of the finish. It’s food safe, hence baby gnawing safe, and all natural. Also, it ...
The unwritten rule at many kids class birthday parties is that gifts must be priced under $5. This is a really tough price limit to hit. There really isn’t that many decent toys out there that are cheap in price without being cheap in quality. Sure, there’s the dollar store, but those toys fall apart ...
One of the most important tools in the woodworking industry is the router ,as it can create large amounts of designs. Not only professionals, but hobby woodworkers can use it as well. It is not only useful in large areas but with the vast number of cutters now available, it can also help in turning ...
There are two toy stores in Austin that not only have the most ecclectic selection of toys, but are also local legends. Toy Joy and Terra Toys are the most fun toy stores you’ll ever wander into. The first thing you need to know is, both of these stores offer FREE GIFT WRAPPING!! As a ...
Toys, toys, toys. Every child wants them and every store has a thousand of them for sale. With an ever growing market of inexpensive, plastic toys available any and every play idea is available. With so many possibilities out there why are some parents turning their backs on the typical trinkets and choosing wooden toys ...
As the mommy to a four-year-old with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), I’ve discovered many wonderful mainstream toys that are both fun and therapeutic. Toys that improve language development, sensory and motor regulation, build core strength, muscle tone and coordination. Toys that spark my son’s inner drive, encouraging more engagement and child-lead interaction. Here are five ...
When Hiro Hirano had his first child 20 years ago, he unfortunately found that the toys produced by the large manufacturers probably went a lot further toward stimulating the minds of the people who made the toys rather than the people who were meant to play with them. “It’s simplicity that stimulates children to create ...
Are you in the market for wholesale toys? Maybe you are thinking about trying your hand at online auctions or renting space at a local flea market. Whatever the case, toys sell well in almost every venue. If you take the time to perform a search and do adequate research there are many quality, online ...
