Gifts sorted: Get to know these amazing local toy creators
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Christmas is just around the corner. If you're still lost on what to buy for your kids, pamangkins, friends, loved ones, and even for yourself, then perhaps you can try some locally crafted toys.
Aside from their genuine creativity, these creators are showing that Pinoy toys can hold their own against international toy manufacturers. You even get to help local craftsmen and makers with their livelihood.
Here are just some of these toymakers that you should know:
Seed Studio Toys
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Eco-friendly, safe, and non-toxic - these are the words to describe the toys made by this Cebu-based brand. Oh, and they're actually made from wood. Local craftsmen create a variety of wooden toy models ranging from dinner sets, airplane models, dinosaurs, a Nativity set, trucks, and more. So aside from making a kid smile, you also lend a helping hand to craftsmen.
Visit: www.seedstudiotoys.com
Plush & Play
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Soft and cuddly toys are always in. Plush & Play is a social enterprise that helps the livelihood of underprivileged women. The plushy options are wide and diverse - from the vegetables-inspired carrying cute names like Antonio Repolyo, Anne Kamatis, Buko Martin, and Jessica Saging, to customized stuffed toys if you have a design in mind.
Visit: www.plushandplay.com
Pampanga Teddy Bear Factory
Photo by: Pampanga Teddy Bear Factory (IG)
Stitching cute plushies since 2018 is this toy brand from the province of Pampanga. Their stuffed animal toys are a hit for both kids, young adults, and pet lovers. They also have adorable teddy bears clad in custom shirts for a more personalized touch. Can't find what you're looking for? That's fine as they also make customized stuffed toys.
Visit: www.teddy.ph
Jan Calleja
Photo by: Jan Calleja (IG)
More like toys for the big boys. Jan Calleja has made a name thanks to his eye-popping toy pieces. Jan is a custom toymaker, meaning he creates toys by commission. His toy creations are eclectic in nature although they all seem to follow a futuristic, industrial theme.
Follow Jan on Instagram @jan_calleja
Quiccs
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Toymaker Juanito Maiquez, popularly known to fans as Quiccs, is an established name in the toy customization business. His collaboration with sports apparel brand Adidas says it all. Quiccs crafts and sell his own or customized toy pieces. His love for anime shines through in his creations while incorporating other elements and inspirations added coolness.
Follow Quiccs on Instagram @quiccs