25 Awesome Etsy Stocking Stuffers for Kiddies

I just loooooove stocking stuffers.  The little things you can stuff into a Christmas stocking lend themselves so well to spontaneity, teeny beauties found at the last moment, irreverent somethings, and simple little pleasures...and often--BONUS!--they tend to cost the least.   Plus I just like the experience of digging down deep into the toe of my stocking to discover any final goodies tucked down there...

And if you must know, I did actually buy several things from this list for the kiddies in my own life (plus one of those gorg wooden tops for a big person).  I mean, how can you not love a soap grenade?  Or those twee felt animal kits that make a perfect first sewing project?  And that silver bird necklace that actually makes a bird whistling noise when blown into?--so lovely.  And gummy bear flavored lip balm (plus many, many other candy flavors in this shop) is a must for any tween girl's stocking. (and could someone--anyone--just buy me that Beefeater ring?--because I really would wear it--yes, even to work at my corporate job...)

So, what's your stocking stuffer plan?  Got one?  Well, no worries if you don't because you don't need one.  Peruse what is here and go from there--little delights are certain to find you...(listed from the left by row)

Row 1: The Paintbox: Glycerin Soap Custom Sample Collection by Paintbox Soapworks , $6; Polka Dot Peter Pan Collar by Guide for Dreamers, $17; I Like to Draw Pencil and Pad Set by The Small Object, $12; Wooden Hand Carved Cat Comb by Art Gift Store, $16.50; Travel Chalkboard Set by Little Blue Birdie, $14

Row 2: Skateboard Yoyo by Board Games, $20; Slingshot with Seed Bombs by VisuaLingual, $16; Gummy Bear Necklaces by Glitter Lime, $28; Soap Hand Grenade by KC Soaps N More, $7.50; Woodland Animal Temporary Tattoos by Kate Broughton,  $7.50 ;

Row 3: Rose Gold Fox Ring by Petit Formal, $10; Miniature Felt Mouse in Matchbox by Atelier Pompadour, $27; Top with Rainbow Stripes by David Turns Bowls, $12; Crocheted Flower Ring by Peaqo, $14; Wire  Wrapped Bracelet with Little Beads by Silly Old Suitcase, $14.50

Row 4: Make Your Own Petty-Pet Sewing Kit by Pupurin, $8;  Downloadable Paper Doll by Gingermelon, $1.50; 3 Wool Felt Bow French Barrettes by Loft Full of Goodies, $31; Best Cake Ever Purse by Lazydoll, $35; Gummy Bear Lip Balm by Sakura Bath and Body, $3.50

Row 5: Set of 2 Monster Notebooks by NotBookNotBuk, $13.50; Laser Cut Rocket Ship Model Kit by Thomas Houha Designs, $18; Silver Plated Bird Whistle Necklace by Love Hearts and Crosses, $60; London Beefeater Ring by Love Hearts and Crosses,$48; Set of 10 Wooden Colored Pencils by Gift Go Green, $6

25 Awesome Etsy Toys and Gifts for the Kiddies

 I don't know about you but every Christmas I am always amazed by all the lovely, lovely toys on Etsy.    It is inspiring to see all the creativity and handmade care that is out there.  The plushies alone make me crazy with happiness.   I also never get over the good feeling of buying something handmade for a gift—I mean, handmade is cool and so are the craftspeople who make the stuff.  You feel me?

Check out those colorful animal alphabet blocks—modern and classic.  Or what about those uber-sweet crocheted sheep?  I always adore what Cotton Monster has to offer (in fact, just bought Beeper his third googly-eyed monster—as he refers to them—because he loves having a posse of monsters in bed with him to keep him safe).  Under-Appreciated Animal Fact Cards?  Yep, love.  And I adore every single thing that Poosac makes (best shop name ever).  Oh, and those silk-screened leggings?—must add a pair of those to my own Santa list in the big people sizes (yes, there are adult sizes). 

Now:  go visit the toys pictured above or the shops they are in—go on now, awesome holiday shopping awaits…(toys listed from left to right by row) 

Row 1:  Poosac Rag Doll with Little Doll by Poosac, $74; There Once Was a Crooked Rainbow Stacking Toy by Mama May I, $65; Modular Doll House Towers by Manzanita Kids, $150; Dinosaur Vs Robot T-Shirt by Gnome Enterprises, $20; Kitty Boy by Lucky Juju, $65

Row 2: Railroad Table Set by Neue Freunde, $39; The Russians by Raplapla, $58; Felt Food Christmas Hamper by Mummy Made it Me, $59; OddFellow’s Orphanage Signed Book Set by The Black Apple, $35; 8 Woodland Animal Felt Masks by Magical Attic,$80

Row 3: Making Faces Felt Story Board by ABC Sensei, $20; Wooden Racing Car by Woodenplay , $32; Raya Big Cotton Monster  by Cotton Monster, $99; Wooden Dodo Pull Toy by Friendly Toys , $35; Under-Appreciated Animal Fact Cards by Mighty Pigeon, $18

Row 4: Black Rabbit Rattle Toy by Fox and Owl, $85; Bear Feet Felted Wool Slippers by Leikey Designs, $34; Unschulds Lamb by Eine Idee , $49; Teething Star Ball by Timo Handmade, $45; Mint Green Wolf Leggings by ZIB Textile, $30

Row 5: Animal Alphabet Blocks by Eight Bear, $97; Florence Wings by Big Bird’s Boutique, $60; Funny Peas Tablecloth House by  Striped Coast, $62; Rainbow Regatta by Mama May I , $29; Custom Plush Toy Made from your Child’s Drawing by New Mom Designs, $50

I will be back tomorrow with my 25 Etsy picks for kiddie stocking stuffers, if you care.  Stocking stuffers—totally on my list of favorite things in the world…

In My Shop: Play Day Accessories

Remember those LEGO jewelry valentines I made way back when?  Well, I decided to turn those into an offering in my Etsy shop--Play Day Accessories.  I have rings, necklaces and bracelets in a slew of colors, all for the LEGO enthusiast in your life.  These are accessories that designed to be kept, worn and played with over and over as they are imagined and re-imagined on a whim--whether to coordinate with today's outfit or just to reflect a happy mood .  These pieces provide instant entertainment while riding on the school bus, waiting out science class, or during too-long visits with the rellies.  

 LEGO + jewelry = accessory playtime.

How many rings/bracelets/necklaces do you know of that invite fun, creativity and versatility in one package?  

You can find them right here.