Holiday Gift Guide: Top 5 Handmade Toys

Handmade toys have something mass-manufactured toys just can't have -- the human touch and the care that goes along with that. AmeriKid is proud to carry many wonderful made in the USA handcrafted items... and proud to support the artisans and craftsman behind the toys. Here's our list of the top five handmade toys for the holidays.


1) Stuffed Animals. What child wouldn't like to find a stuffed animal underneath the tree this year? Cuddly stuffed animals are a holiday classic. Arizona-based Stuffington Bear Company has been handcrafting stuffed animals since 1959. From giant teddy bears to Christmas favorites like Rudy the Reindeer to unusual stuffies like a horned lizard -- Stuffington makes them all. AmeriKid has a great selection of handmade stuffed animals. (The giant kangaroo is an AmeriKid staff favorite!)

Stuffington Stuffed Animals -- from $19.95 to $151.95.



2) Wooden Toolbox. Now this is a toy that is certain to become an heirloom. Handmade, eco-friendly, oak carrying box contains all the tools the young carpenter needs. Includes: a toy hammer, a screwdriver, a saw, a square, an old fashion hand drill, and 6 inch ruler. A great introduction to carpentry for a boy or girl. All the tools are quality-made of walnut, maple and oak with a non-toxic oil finish.

Solid Wood Tool Set -- on sale for $56.95.


3) Handmade Play Food. Our Four Fuzzy fruits are made of super soft minky fabric. You won't be able to resist playing with them! An absolute necessity for any play kitchen. These fuzzy fruits are a little smaller than life-sized and are perfect for little hands to hold. Breakfast food set and lunch food set are also available.

Fuzzy Play Food Fruit Set -- on sale for $20.85.



3) Puzzle & Paint Set. Our chunky, three dimensional puzzle and paint set is a great project for younger children. The puzzle is almost 2" thick, stands on it's own and the pieces are big and chunky, great for little hands. Made from high quality wood and sanded to perfection, your child will delight in creating their own puzzle masterpiece. Simply pick your design and paint with the colors of your choosing. The best part is, once completed, the puzzle can be played with again and again. Or, for the child that likes to display their projects, this one looks great just simply standing on a shelf! (Many designs available.)

Puzzle & Paint Set -- on sale for $15.15.



4) BeBe Sweeties. Meet BeBe Sweetie™! This dainty Sweetie doll is perfect for little hands at 9" tall and 4" wide at the top. This soft doll has an adorable sleeping baby face and is surrounded by ultra soft minky fabric. The head is jointed with a non-pop safety joint. The baby's outfit is not removable.

BeBe Sweetie -- on sale for $18.00.