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Recently, I was given the opportunity to sample a product from TLC Woodcrafters.
TLC Woodcrafters offers extremely high quality and well made children's gifts. Their items are custom and personalized, made to fit what you're dreaming of. They use real, solid hardwood, only the finest Baltic Birch. They take the time to hand paint everything, using only child safe lead free finishes. And every item created at TLC Woodcrafters is sturdy and made to last the test of time. It is clear that much time and effort is put into every piece they create, as I believe every one of their items is truly a labor of love.
I grew up near Branson, Missouri. The area is known for attractions like Silver Dollar City, several musical shows, and high quality, hand crafted everything! Why does this relate to TLC Woodcrafters? TLC Woodcrafters' products remind me of something you could find there. The products they sell are so unique and fun. You can be sure that everything you see on their website is well made, durable and whimsical. TLC Woodcrafters' products are made by experienced hands. Because I make a living through crochet, I just love the old fashioned nature of a handmade gift. There is nothing I appreciate more than something that was made by hand, with love.
You can imagine my excitement when Brian Cloutier, owner of TLC Woodcrafters, offered to let me review one of the products he sells. I recently had my second child, a boy, and I was given a Dinosaurs Name Puzzle for my review. The puzzle is made of Baltic Birch plywood. It is warp resistant and lightweight, yet sturdy. Sturdiness is so important when it comes to children's toys.
Just look at how adorable the puzzle is! You can see below how each piece fits in the base.
After trying out the toy, I found that the puzzle pieces fit so nicely into the base. They are snug, but not so much to cause trouble when trying to put them in and take them out of the base. They feel great in your hand. There is no question of any part of this puzzle being poorly made. It is obvious that the puzzle is made by master woodworkers. They use high quality materials and carefully hand paint each individual piece. It is so smooth to the touch, having no rough edges. And the paint work is perfect. All of these qualities make this puzzle well worth its $55.95 price tag. You can't find handmade products of this quality for a better price. Check out some of my other favorite items, found at their website.
My son's puzzle measures in at 14.5" L x 9.25" W. It's a sturdy 1/2" thick. The puzzle pieces are 1/4" thick. The dinosaurs are laser engraved and hand painted, with the cutest faces on each one. I was given the option of primary or pastels for the paint colors. I chose primary colors, which I thought would be a better fit for my little guy.
I absolutely LOVE my son's new puzzle! It is personal, whimsical, and will be treasured forever. I am a very sentimental person, especially when it comes to my family. My husband and children are the loves of my life. So something like this means more to me than most anything you can buy on a shelf. The fact that TLC Woodcrafters took the time to hand make this puzzle for my son means the world to me.
After trying out the toy, I found that the puzzle pieces fit so nicely into the base. They are snug, but not so much to cause trouble when trying to put them in and take them out of the base. They feel great in your hand. There is no question of any part of this puzzle being poorly made. It is obvious that the puzzle is made by master woodworkers. They use high quality materials and carefully hand paint each individual piece. It is so smooth to the touch, having no rough edges. And the paint work is perfect. All of these qualities make this puzzle well worth its $55.95 price tag. You can't find handmade products of this quality for a better price. Check out some of my other favorite items, found at their website.
The Spring Flowers Name Puzzle - So cute, especially since this example shows my daughter's name! :)
The Connected Letter Coat Rack - Next on my TLC wishlist! Available in four adorable fonts!
The Two Name 2 Step Stool - A Best Seller for 2011!
TLC Woodcrafters offers some of the finest quality and most creative items you can find on the web. We all know that personalized anything makes for great gifts, especially such fun heirloom products like these. TLC's products are top-of-the-line and of the highest quality I have seen! Please check out the TLC Woodcrafters website for all that they offer. I know you will find something you love that will serve as a lifelong keepsake for its lucky recipient, just as the Dinosaurs Name Puzzle will for my son.
What else is great about TLC Woodcrafters? You can rest assured that your order is special and important, as it will ship to you in about 2 weeks! You can even pay for gift wrapping for a minimal extra charge. And take advantage of their engraving add-ons for an even more personal touch. Let TLC Woodcrafters help you, "Promote Education [and] Inspire Imagination."
Here, Brian tells us a little bit about his company.
"Makers of Personalized Wooden Gifts for Children ~ Name Puzzle Stools, Wooden Name Puzzles, Bookshelves, Bookcases, Coat Racks, and More!!!
Our mission is to provide safe and durable products for children that the whole family will enjoy!"
GIVEAWAY!
TLC Woodcrafters is offering you a chance to win your own Dinosaurs Name Puzzle with your choice of name, like the one I received! They are graciously sponsoring our 8K Facebook Fan giveaway. {ENTER HERE} from 8/15/12 - 9/14/12!
CONTACT INFORMATION:
TLC Woodcrafters
Brian Cloutier, Owner
E-mail: tlcwoodcrafters@gmail.com
Phone: (207) 612-8650
Mailing Address:
TLC Woodcrafters
POB 555North Anson, ME 04958"
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The prices seem a little steep to me...
ReplyDeletevery creative products
ReplyDeleteReminds me of my dad. He loves woodworking and these are so darn cute!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have a step stool, really nice and seems sturdy enough.
ReplyDeleteSuch cute products. I love them.
ReplyDeleteThe puzzle step stool would look great in my daughters nursery.
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I love it!! Especially the Connected Letter Coat Rack.
ReplyDeleteI love the 2 name stool . What a clever idea. I have two children so this would be great for them.
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute idea; I would love to have the Two Step Theme Name Puzzle Step Stool for my son! :-)
ReplyDeleteI could really use one of the puzzles at school! The kids need some large pieces to learn how to do them. This would be great!
ReplyDeletei like that they have function and they are fun, my daughter would get so busy doing the puzzle she wouldn't want to wash her hands ! :) sent from Lil n Hail's Mom blog for 8k giveaway
ReplyDeleteWhat functional and fun products. I love anything in wood!
ReplyDeleteI like that these are useful products in your daily life and also a learning tool! Great idea. I really like the step stools.
ReplyDeletewow! pretty creative! i love those puzzle step-stools! what a neat idea =]
ReplyDeletethese are great, i checked the website out and loved loved loved the bookcase
ReplyDeleteThe two step stool would be very helpful and fun for my daughter!
ReplyDeleteI have a niece that would love the bench, what an awesome talent. thank you so much for sharing!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the puzzles, this would help a young child learn how to spell her name, and you could teach her her animals.. I love the bookshelf coat rack.. very wonderful items!
ReplyDeleteOmgosh everything is so beautifully made. I love the puzzles with your childs name its a very creative way to help your child learn to spell their name. I love the stools as well with their names.
ReplyDeleteI am amazed. Great stuff.
ReplyDeleteI would love for my son to have the bookcase with his name on it! He loves books and we have run out of places to put them. This would totally solve the problem.
ReplyDeleteI want the bench so bad! I love benches!
ReplyDeleteI love the personalized step stool! My daughter is 4 and still uses a step stool every day, and she would be thrilled to have one with her name on it! What a great gift that a new momma would cherish for many years!
ReplyDeleteWhat a special way to give a gift with meaning to a child! Thanks for all the great ideas.
ReplyDeleteI love the little step stools!
ReplyDeletemy son loves puzzels and what a great way to help him learn his name
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