New Products
We, at Homestead Folk Toys, are continually introducing new
(or as we call them, old) ideas. This is almost always in response to museum buyers' requests, or the discovery of a new toy or idea discovered in our exhaustive research process. We invite you to check back periodically to see what we are currently working on. PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL US TO GET PRICES ON NEW ITEMS!
NEW 2012
We hope you enjoy these new product offerings and invite you to see your customers' reaction to them. If you have any suggestions for new products or ideas, please don't hesitate to contact us by e-mail, phone or fax.
#618-A PAIR OF KNITTING NEEDLES~ Our pair of knitting needles are made for us in the USA. Easy to use with either 2 or 4-ply yarn. Excellent for workshops.
#619-A WOODEN CROCHET HOOK~ Our original hardwood crochet hook, designed for ease of use and for individual or group activity. Ours exclusively.
#627-B "A CHILD'S FIRST SAMPLER"~ Small, easy-to-stitch mini-sampler. Includes 6" x6" 11-count aida cloth, tapestry needle, embroidery floss, graph and history. An excellent beginner's cross-stitch project.
#640 TREASURE BEAD NECKLACE KIT~ Easy-to-make craft kit and an excellent introduction to beadwork. Features easy lacing, colorful treasure beads and complete instructions. Makes two necklaces.
#643 HOMESTEAD PEG LOOM--Peg loom weaving is considered to be the fastest way of weaving on a frame loom. Our set includes a jointed peg loom, measuring "6 x 10", flat weaving needle, jumbo yarn , and detailed instructions The slanted pegs make it easier to keep the weaving in place.
#646 PEG LOOM PROJECT BOOK~ Learn the basics of peg loom weaving with this easy-to-follow instruction book. Designed as a basic project book for both our Homestead Peg Loom and our Little Hamlet Peg loom.
#643-A PEG LOOM KIT~ Assemble your own peg loom! Creative group or individual activity! Includes assembly directions, weaving instructions, jumbo yarn and flat weaving needle.
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#710-A PLANTATION FOLK DOLL KIT~ These little dolls became popular in the southern United States around the time of the Civil War. The dolls were often made for the children living on the plantation to role play. This kit makes one black folk doll and one white folk doll. Plantation history included.
#720 FELT DOLL KIT~ Replica folk art doll kit from the days of early America. Includes materials to make two authentic felt dolls, complete directions and the history of felt in America. Approximately 5 1/2" tall.
#649 MY FIRST DROP SPINDLE~ Designed for smaller hands, our drop spindle set is appropriate for ages 7 and up. Learn to spin wool into yarn! Comes complete with real wool roving and easy picture instructions. Comes unassembled. 7" long with a 2 1/2" whorl.
#817-B SMALL BAMBOO FLUTE~ Smaller genuine bamboo flute, played like a recorder. The bamboo flute is a fun instrument to play. History and fingering chart included. Imported from India. 9" long.
#834 'BALLAD OF AMERICA' SONGBOOK~ Lyrical history of the United States as reflected in the songs, stories and music of more than 36 American folk songs. Features such favorites as "Simple Gifts", " Buffalo Gals" and many more.
#835 AMERICAN FOLK HARP~ Ours exclusively. Quality 6-note, 6-string lap harp, designed so that anyone can make music. Slide the song sheet under the strings OR play by reading music. A fine instrument to play all the songs in the "Ballad of America" song book. Includes pick, tuning key and directions.
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#102-B LIL' GRACES~ Smaller version of this historical game, designed for smaller hands. Includes four 16" rods and two smaller ribbon-tied hoops, complete instructions and history. The 'Graces' game was intended to teach graceful movements to young ladies and , later, young gentlemen.
#703-CW Civil War Clothespin Doll Kit--The Clothespin Doll was a staple in the Civil War-era. Children often created dolls that reflected their imaginary roles in the war. Our exclusive kit includes instructions and materials to make 1 Union and 1 Confederate soldier, with their respective battle flags.
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#340 TOY SAILBOAT KIT~ Homemade toy sailboats were one of the most popular toys in early America. Now you can re-create this nostalgic toy with this easy-to-assemble kit.
Finished size is 7' 3/4 " by 5' 1/2 ".
#502 TRIANGLE PUZZLE~ New version of an old-time classic. Try to jump pegs, one at a time, until only one peg remains.
#503 FISH HOOK (TRICKY STICK)~ Classic American folk puzzling toy. This illusion fools almost everyone. The object is to snag the rubber band with the 'fish' hook.
#650 BEYOND BASIC KNITTING~
This book goes beyond the very basics of knitting simple rectangles, but is still within the grasp of young girls and boys. Generously illustrated.
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