Save on USA-made Gifts for Kids

Got a birthday coming up? AnytownUSA is here to save the day!

Sandra Y. Lee
AnytownUSA
4 min readJun 23, 2020

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Did you know that summer is the most popular season for birthdays? That’s because August and July take top and second prize for the most babies born in the United States. No wonder you have a lot of birthdays to shop for!

At AnytownUSA, we’ve made it easy for you. While visiting crafts fairs and trade shows, we’ve discovered great gifts for kids from small businesses across the United States. The good news is many of them are on sale now! Check out our picks below. Then browse the entire Summer Sale for bargains on gifts for all the summer babies (young and old!) in your life.

*All prices listed are before shipping and taxes.

My Pet Fish Soap in a Bag from Rockaway, NY

My Pet Fish Soap in a Bag (set of 5) by Just Bubbly, on sale $30*, regularly $35. Made in USA.

Win a prize for getting clean! Handcrafted in Rockaway Beach, New York, each bag contains five ounces of crystal clear hypoallergenic glycerin soap with a small plastic fish embedded in it. Just peel off the bag and wash up as usual. When the soap is all gone, kids have a fish to splash with!

Snuggly Stuffie from Torrington, CT

”Super Star” Snugglie Stuffie by Hello Dolly Momma, on sale $28*, regularly $35. Free shipping. Made in USA of U.S. and imported material.

This little guy is ready for hugs. He can also hide treasures in his mouth! But it’s the details that make him a true “star.” Handcrafted in Connecticut from soft fleece and stuffed with polyester fiber fill, Super Star’s button eyes are stitched on tight; his arms and legs are filled with jiggly poly beads. He’s also easy to care for. Just throw in the washer and air dry.

Sparkly Scented Playdough from Melbourne, FL

Glitter Unicorn Gluten-free Playdough (set of 4) by Aroma Dough, on sale $27*, regularly $33.49. Free shipping. Made in USA.

Who doesn’t love sparkly things, especially when they’re fun to squish and smell so good! Handmade in Florida, this hypoallergenic playdough is gluten-free, soy-free, and naturally scented with essential oils. Not to mention, it’s great for sensory exploration and fine motor skills!

Reversible Bathing Suit from Venice, CA

Toddler Reversible Bathing Suit by Born by the Shore, on sale $29*, regularly $45. Made in USA.

Reversible bathing suits are so much fun! Designed in Venice, California, and handmade locally in Los Angeles, this adorable bathing suit features a floral print on one side, a camouflage print on the other. Play around and choose the side that fits your tot’s mood! Available in sizes 1T to 4T.

Lux Blox Car-Airplane Kit from Galesburg, IL

Lux Blox Car/Airpane 2-in-1 Fun Pack by Lux Blox, on sale $26.99*, regularly $29.99. Made in USA.

LUX’s patented pieces connect on all four sides, allowing for more flexible, moveable builds. This 120-piece kit includes instructions for building a race car or airplane. But kids can build anything! With LUX Blox, the possibilities are endless. Recommended for ages 6 to 116.

Chalkboard T-shirt Kit from New York, NY

Raspberry Heart Chalkboard T-shirt Kit by Chalk Of The Town, on sale $26*, regularly $29. Made in USA of U.S. and imported material.

Want to get your favorite kid something really unique? The Chalkboard T-shirt Kit includes a 100% cotton T-shirt with a “chalkboard” on the front and three chalk markers, a stencil, and erasing cloth to create non-messy custom designs. The shirts are machine washable too!

🌟 Pop-up Sidewalk Sale Alert 🌟

Caution Free-range Children Sign by ATX Custom Signs, regularly $14.95*. Free shipping. Made in USA.

This sign is for you, parents! Starting tomorrow at 9 am ET, SAVE 35% on this Texas-made, high-quality aluminum sign by ATX Custom Signs. When ready to order, enter the code ATX at checkout. But don’t take too long! The sale ends at 9 am ET, Friday, June 26.

Celebrate Summer! Celebrate Savings!

Small Sea Glass Stack Earrings by Odonata Seaglass, on sale $33.60*, regularly $42. Free shipping. Made in USA of U.S. and imported material.

Whether she’s paddling a kayak or strolling the shore near her Guilford, Connecticut studio, artist Eileen Clark is always on the lookout for sea glass to use in her jewelry and giftware. These Sea Glass Stack Earrings are just one example of her lovely creations. Best of all, they’re on sale! For more American-made treasures at great prices, check out AnytownUSA’s Summer Sale. New items are being added every day, so visit often!

🎤 We hope you’ve enjoyed Season 3 of our podcast, The American Made Marketplace! We’ll be back in the fall with more new episodes. In the meantime, you can catch episodes you may have missed on our website, Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Spotify, or Google Play.

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Sandra Y. Lee
AnytownUSA

Chief Storyteller of AnytownUSA * Content Creator * People Observer * Label Reader