Founded by Jacob, an uncle to 15 nieces and nephews, Posh Po grew from a family-driven wish for better alternatives to disposable children’s goods. Based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, the company works with local artisans to handcraft wooden toys and kids’ furniture designed for imaginative play and long use.
Byers' Choice LTDSince 1978, family-owned Byers’ Choice LTD. has handcrafted Carolers and seasonal display pieces in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. Built from wire, clay and fabric by local artisans, its figures are made in the USA and have become the centerpiece of a company-operated visitor center, Christmas museum and gift shop. Through the Byers Foundation, the company also directs 20% to charity.CHALFONT, PA
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
Cornerstone WoodcraftFrom a home hobby to a small family-run workshop, Dino and Nicole make handcrafted, personalized wooden gifts in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Their solid-hardwood cutting boards and serving pieces often begin as custom requests, while their faith-inspired bookmarks and keychains give the work an especially personal purpose. The couple also takes on one-of-a-kind projects and bulk orders designed around a customer’s space, event, or business.QUARRYVILLE, PA
Hazel VillageFounded in 2010 by Jane Van Cleef, Hazel Village creates soft woodland animals and dolls for imaginative play, along with handmade clothing for them and matching children’s accessories. Its Brooklyn workshop has a 15-person team, while social-enterprise artisan partners around the world make the toys, including hand-embroidered faces that give each one natural variation. The women-run business also designs limited-edition collections and emphasizes fair work, lower-waste production, and recycled or low-impact packaging.BROOKLYN, NY