USA Toy Makers

[RJ Noodle]

Okay, so I just have to ask...do any of you know of a toy vendor in the US who creates toys in the style of T4W or CBT? I love both of these vendors, but the shipping just does not make this an option for me. Are the Canadians so much more creative than us? I wish they could have USA branches of T4W, CBT and OG, then I'd be set I do love IGAW but I also love the boutique type toys, too.

Hope I'm not offending anyone with this, I just honestly was curious. TIA.

 

[Bokkapooh]

You may want to try amazon or eBay. I believe many bird toy makers are highly competitive. No two AA vendors are alike. But you can find copy cat toy makers on amazon or ebay tthat are within the U.S. Some closely resembling the toy makers you listed.

 

[RJ Noodle]

You may want to try amazon or eBay. I believe many bird toy makers are highly competitive. No two AA vendors are alike. But you can find copy cat toy makers on amazon or ebay tthat are within the U.S. Some closely resembling the toy makers you listed.

Thanks so much, Mercedez! I will start looking!

 

[Mizzely]

I actually do most of my shopping with Canadian vendors and I do live in the US. Instead of doing several small orders, I do one or two big orders every year. It defrays the cost to be comparable to what you'd pay for a US vendor in shipping costs. Most also offer layaway options to help make that more feasible

ETA: and since the US dollar is currently stronger, most vendors you shop with now you'll get a cheaper cost if you are paying in CAD.

 

[Mizzely]

Another vendor that has some similar offerings (but also in Canada) is The unapproved vendor: Bird Toys that are Handcrafted and Unique, Hundreds of Bird and Parrot Toy Parts, Natural Wood Perches, Skewer Toys and More - The unapproved vendor

 

[JosienBB]

MPBT, Big Beaks Bird Toys, Mighty Bird Toys, Chopper's Toys, TNT Bird Toys, BBT... I'm sure there're more I'm missing

 

[iamwhoiam]

Parrots Treasure-Home
Located in Missouri...all toys made in the USA.

 

[RJ Noodle]

I actually do most of my shopping with Canadian vendors and I do live in the US. Instead of doing several small orders, I do one or two big orders every year. It defrays the cost to be comparable to what you'd pay for a US vendor in shipping costs. Most also offer layaway options to help make that more feasible

ETA: and since the US dollar is currently stronger, most vendors you shop with now you'll get a cheaper cost if you are paying in CAD.

Well, Shawna, after browsing thru the suggested sites, I think I may take your advice. I can't help it, I love the Canadian toy makers best

 

[webchirp]

You can ask igotawoody for custom toys.

 

[Mizzely]

Well, Shawna, after browsing thru the suggested sites, I think I may take your advice. I can't help it, I love the Canadian toy makers best

I do like the US vendors too but there definitely is some sort of charm and uniqueness about the Canadian options.

(Don't forget about Avian Stainless! )

Also if there are newsletters, sign up for them or follow them on facebook. Many offer sales or shipping discounts throughout the year that help even more

 

[JosienBB]

Another thing is you likely don't have to pay sales tax like us Canadians do when shopping with a Canadian vendor

 

[JosienBB]

I just went on T4W's site and pretended I was an American customer... Let me tell you, the shipping estimate I was given is not very much different than what we Canadians pay. Canada Post is much more expensive than USPS, even within Canada.

i.e. I would pay ~$23, an American customer would pay ~$25. Not too much difference, see?

 

[RJ Noodle]

I just went on T4W's site and pretended I was an American customer... Let me tell you, the shipping estimate I was given is not very much different than what we Canadians pay. Canada Post is much more expensive than USPS, even within Canada.

i.e. I would pay ~$23, an American customer would pay ~$25. Not too much difference, see?

Thanks, that makes me feel better and I just love Danita's toys!

 

[karen256]

8beaks.com comes to mind. Some of their toys remind me of T4W. But their prices are high.

 

[CeciliaZ]

Really...I don't think shipping is that much more expensive...some of my heavier packages from US vendors have been at least $15...I know if I did not take advantage of free shipping or flat rate shipping from MSBS - I would pay more - because of the weight! I just make my orders from Canada well worth it. And watch for their sales...I just ordered from Avian Stainless and the shipping was very reasonable.

 

[jmfleish]

One that I've stumbled on recently that you really might try is Byrdbell.com who is in the US. Their toys are incredibly impressive, especially for the price. I can honestly say that I could never produce what she does for the money she is asking. I'm not sure how she stays in business. Her toys are not going to be exactly like Danita's but she does use a lot of naturals in her designs. I really give her two thumbs up.

 

[RJ Noodle]

8beaks.com comes to mind. Some of their toys remind me of T4W. But their prices are high.

Adorable, but, you're right $$$$$

 

[webchirp]

Doesn't parroteelia offer free shipping when you order a certain dollar amount?

 

[RJ Noodle]

Doesn't parroteelia offer free shipping when you order a certain dollar amount?

I'll check! Thanks!

 

[Jan]

I make toys ... I do not have all that much in toys on the site but I have the stuff to make up toys.