Wednesday, January 19, 2011

1st Birthday Bash! North Star Toys Review & Giveaway




In this technological age, its so nice to find companies that still do things the old fashioned way. My grandmother always used to tell me stories about how even though her family was poor during the depression, they always had toys because her father would widdle them out of wood. Unfortunately, no one in future generations of my family has had that same talent. But luckily for me there are artists out there who have kept this tradition alive. At North Star Toys, you can find beautiful  wooden toys that are eco-friendly and fun for children of all ages.






For our review, we received one of the  Happy Hybrid Cars. Since the second it arrived, it became Willow's favorite new toy. It may not have flashing lights or play music,  but its the very simplicity that makes it such a wonderful toy.  Willow loves to push it back and forth, and the she spent hours putting the little colored people in and out of their slots. Its made from only wood and toxin free dyes so I know its safe for her.  Its put together very well, and I'm sure with proper care we can pass it down to her children some day. A classic toy like this is something that we will definitely want to keep in the family.






The Happy Hybrid Car is only one of several wooden trucks that are available at North Star Toys. They also have wooden boats, animals, airplanes ans more.  Prices are very reasonable, with many items available for less then $20.  And remember, these are not just toys but works of art. No two are exactly alike. And unlike today's plastic toys, they are going to last forever. They are definitely an investment worth making.









One lucky winner is going to receive a Rollie Flat Bed for their own little one. To enter this giveaway, please visit North Star Toys and tell me something else you would love to have. For additional entries you can do any of the following, but you must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.

1) Subscribe to my blog by email
2) Follow my blog on friend connect
3) Blog about this giveaway with a link to New Age Mama and North Star Toys(5 Entries)
4) Follow me on twitter and tweet this giveaway using the button at the top of this post (Daily)
5) Become my friend on face book  or a fan of New Age Mama on Face Book (one entry each)
6) Grab my main button and tell me where I can find it
7) Follow New Age Mama on Network Blog
8) Follow my author blog on friend connect, twitter, or  face book (one entry each)
9) Post this giveaway on any sweepstakes site, Mr Linky, or other networking website-leave the link where I can find it (1 entry each)
10) Sign up for the North Star Toys newsletter


 
This giveaway will end at midnight on  2/7/11 and is open to the US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to North Star Toys for offering this great prize!


***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way.  Please note that I  am not responsible for the delivery of this prize and can not be held accountable if, for any reason, is it not received. Furthermore, I am in no way liable for any injuries that may result from the use or misuse of this product. ***

147 comments:

  1. my favorite is the indy car.

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  51. I really like the horse and cart. Nothing beats a wooden toy!

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  109. The rubber-band-powered Paddle Wheel Boat is great!

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  110. I'd love to have the North Star Express - 5 Piece Train.

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  112. I would get my daughter their Pegasus, dragon, and the smiling whale crayon holder.

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  118. I like the "Busy Boat." So colorful and such a different kind of bath toy!
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