NOT Made in China!

Compiled by a parent group in Austin.


Blueberry Forest Toys
http://www.blueberryforest.com

Bruder Spielwaren
Metal and plastic cars and trucks - small and LARGE. Made in Germany.
http://www.bruder.de

Magic Cabin
Battery-free toys, there are some toys here made in China
http://www.magiccabin.com

Mahar Drygoods
3 dozen artist handcraft products of their own design in their homes & studios. Emphasis on natural and repurposed materials.
http://www.mahardrygoods.com/index.php

Natural Kids
Toys from small European companies that make natural, gentle, safe toys from wood, wool, cotton and silk.
http://secure.netsolhost.com/492654.502666/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=SFNT&Store_Code=NK

Oompa Toys
Most of their toys are handmade. They have a Made in Europe section on their website. Their CEO also has a blog regarding safety and recalls at http://www.oompa.com/blog
http://www.oompa.com

Rosie Hippo's Toys
Toys made primarily in the USA, Europe, Thailand, Greece and Egypt. Specializing in wooden toys from sustainable sources and eco-friendly finishes.
http://www.rosiehippo.com

The Handmade, Homemade Toy Shop
Handmade by toy artisans across the USA. One of a kind, heirloom quality.
http://www.crafttoys.com

The Wooden Wagon
Majority of their toys are made in Europe, mainly in Germany and Switzerland. Some are made in America. Link on their website about the safety of their toys.
http://www.thewoodenwagon.com

Willow Tree Toys
http://www.willowtreetoys.com

MiMout!

A.K.A. Time Out! Yes, Time out has somehow become a fun place to be. In fact, Ethan has begun doing things to get "time out." "MiMout?" he asks after very deliberately spilling his milk followed by throwing his food all over the table. When he gets to "time out," he stands there, knocks on the wall and says, "Knock! Mama, I You," over and over and over again. UGH!!!!! I have to say, it is difficult not to crack a smile though.... because he is so cute!

Milestones:
*Ethan can count to THREE. "One, two, TREE!!!" This is usually right before he flings himself off of something. It's usually a signal for mama to RUN screaming "NOOOO!."
*He holds up his pointer finger and says "one!"
*He's also getting very good at sharing. Some days it is harder than others, but he enjoys giving other kids toys whether they want them or not.
*Ethan also says "Tay Tou" almost every time he's given something. We're still working on Please, but when asked to say the "magic word," we will get a "Peeez?"
*He knows that when we go into the library we have to "SHHHhhhh!" Although, it is so much more fun to do that after screaming!
*He is starting to be able to identify shapes when asked. "Can you point to the circle?" (They have to be clear though.)

Colors seem to be a VERY difficult concept to understand. Everything is either bue (blue) or "allow!!!" (Yellow)

Ethan Hippie Dance!

We had a great time at ACL!!! The Austin Kiddie Limits section was a great retreat from the crowds and severe heat! We had a great time, and we'll definitely do it again!!!

CrAzInEsS!

Ethan has become quite daring. Radijazz, the coolest find for Ethan yet, proved to be quite the anxiety attack for mommy as Ethan continuously attempted to fling himself off of the the 2 foot drop into the lava pit! He loved it!!!