Crayola makes children’s creative-expression products, with its iconic crayon first introduced in 1903 and major manufacturing facilities still based in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, the company’s home since the early 1900s. Founded in 1885 as a pigment business by cousins Edwin Binney and C. Harold Smith, Crayola now also manufactures Silly Putty and extends its creative mission through entertainment and hands-on Crayola Experience attractions. It has been part of Hallmark Cards since 1984.
Channel CraftFounded in 1983 by Dean Helfer, Jr., Channel Craft grew from a traveling wood shop into a Charleroi, Pennsylvania manufacturer of American-made toys, games, and puzzles. The company describes three facilities for manufacturing, assembly, and distribution, and says its products are crafted in the United States for museums, specialty retailers, parks, and attractions.CHARLEROI, PA
Creative KidsFounded in 1997 with an art-activity line, Creative Kids develops toys that turn creativity and learning into hands-on play. The company has since expanded its offering across more than 12 categories, including educational play such as its poseable human-body model, while maintaining a focus on innovation and quality.
Crazy Aaron'sFounded in 1998 by Aaron Muderick, Crazy Aaron's makes Thinking Putty and other creative products, growing from his experiments to improve traditional putty into an international business. Muderick taught himself chemistry and physics and built a custom factory to produce the putty; the company also makes Land of Dough products and says its production helps create U.S. jobs.NORRISTOWN, PA
Craft For KidsFounded in Brooklyn in the 1990s, Craft For Kids is a family-owned wholesaler and manufacturer of arts, crafts, toys and accessories. Its merchandise now reaches more than 800 stores, supported by a global manufacturing network and an emphasis on broad selection and value.NEW YORK, NY