Hansa Toys
Welcome to the world of North America Hansa Toys, a unique collection of hand crafted, highly realistic,
very cuddly plush toys representing animals from around the world. We are known and respected for our
close-to-nature reproductions of the world's best loved animals.
Douglas Toys
DOUGLAS has been a family-owned and operated business for nearly 60 years and has become one of the oldest and
most respected plush companies in the United States. From "classic" to "trendy" to "baby", DOUGLAS spins a web of
wonderful products for the discerning market of today. Everybody here has a passion for what we do and takes
our mission seriously to promote imaginative play and emotional connection for children of all ages.
Folkmanis Puppets
Folkmanis® believes imagination is the key to a healthy childhood, encouraging play and discovery to
develop the skills necessary in life. The company has been making the most innovative and engaging specialty
puppets in the world since 1976, delighting imaginations and winning nearly every industry,
child development, and kid-tested award - many repeatedly. A gift of a puppet encourages imaginative,
open-ended play, endearing hugs, and snuggly companionship.
Mary Meyer Baby Toys
Mary Meyer combines passion, economic need, and the tools to survive the great depression since 1933 to create a magnificent toy
company that remains thriving for over 80 years!
After 10 years of successful business, Mary, her husband Hans, and the little toy company they built left the Depression and New
York behind and moved north to Vermont.
In a current time frame, Mary Meyer was one of the last American stuffed toy companies to move production overseas, a decision that
saved and changed the company. This move allowed them to use a great variety of quality fabrics, implement excellent safety
standards, and to sell toys at a price everyone can afford.
Vermont remains home to our talented artists, and where they "draw with their eyes". Our designers work inside the original toy
shop in Vermont and we like to think that some of the karma of our rich past makes it into every toy we design.
Kathe Kruse
"The hand follows the heart. Only the hand can make what goes back through the hand to the heart." The Kathe
Kruse Company has been producing dolls and toys for children for over 100 years. Their products
are designed and made to last throughout childhood. They are produced in their own production sites and are
tested by independent organizations regarding materials, production, construction and ingredients. Uniquely
designed and individually produced they are the embodyment of being handcrafted.