PapaDonsWoodenToys
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement
Heirloom-quality natural wooden toys for babies, toddlers, & preschoolers. Handmade wooden trains, wooden baby toys, toddler push toys and pull toys, stacking toys, and wooden blocks. I am a second generation wooden toymaker working from my family's workshop in Oregon's Coast Range mountains. See the About section to learn more.
Please make note of production lead time/ shipping times before ordering as they vary from toy to toy, depending on where I am in the production process. Thank you for supporting handmade in the USA. Select RESTOCK REQUEST to automatically be notified when I've built more of your favorite toy if it is not currently listed. Stay safe, be well, and thank you!
Diana DeFazio
Announcement
Heirloom-quality natural wooden toys for babies, toddlers, & preschoolers. Handmade wooden trains, wooden baby toys, toddler push toys and pull toys, stacking toys, and wooden blocks. I am a second generation wooden toymaker working from my family's workshop in Oregon's Coast Range mountains. See the About section to learn more.
Please make note of production lead time/ shipping times before ordering as they vary from toy to toy, depending on where I am in the production process. Thank you for supporting handmade in the USA. Select RESTOCK REQUEST to automatically be notified when I've built more of your favorite toy if it is not currently listed. Stay safe, be well, and thank you!
Diana DeFazio
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Reviews
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Maria on Jun 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI love it! I didn’t even think to look for the dimensions, and I was pleasantly surprised to see that this is a manageable size for my baby’s hands. He’s 9 months old and really into figuring out how things work, so I think this will be the perfect addition to his toy collection. I also love that all of the discs are the same size. The quality looks so much better than something mass produced. Thank you!
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Crystal on Jun 12, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWonderful mower for our 1 year old. The quality is superb and it's a great toy that I hope will last years!
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Life with on Jun 8, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful hand work! Shipping was super quick. These are very well made products. I will definitely purchase from this shop again.
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jwischkowsky on Jun 7, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful, high quality tumbler. My 4 mo. old daughter loves it. Tastes good apparently.
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Julia on May 29, 2021
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully made! All pieces are smooth to the touch and safe for little hands. I love the simplicity of it. Perfect for babies just learning to stack objects as there’s no right or wrong way to stack the rings. After seeing it in person, I’m surprised it didn’t cost more. It’s a great value for the quality of the toy. Thank you!
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alexandriardasilva on May 28, 2021
5 out of 5 starsThis was a birthday gift that I purchased for my 2 year old niece. I didn't personally see the toy in person, but my brother said it was great and she absolutely loves it.
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lhamadi87 on May 11, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWonderfully made little wooden dog that I know will last. It reminds me of the old wooden fisher price ones, but so much better. Thank you!
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Fran on Jun 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWho could not fall in love with this adorable truck??!!
The quality is top-notch and such a cute design - I am excited to be bringing this across the pond to England to my one-year-old grandson soon! I definitely plan on purchasing from PapaDons again. -
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About PapaDonsWoodenToys
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A batch of freshly oiled lawnmower push toys and tumbler floor toys.
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Our wooden ring stacker toy teaches hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
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Cutting out a train engine on the band saw.
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Our sturdy lawnmower push toy is a toddler favorite. Go, Helen - you're almost done with the lawn!
Quality, hardwood toys, made fresh daily!
My dad ("Papa Don") started making toys for me when I was a baby. He and my mom soon realized that there was a market for heirloom-quality natural wooden toys. They launched Papa Don's Toys in 1973. I grew up working in the family wood shop and selling our toys at craft shows throughout the Pacific Northwest. After a stint in Alaska, I came back home to Oregon to take the helm.
As a second generation toymaker, I'm happy to be continuing my family's tradition of providing children with a safe, durable, and eco-friendly alternative to plastic toys.
I make the toys primarily from red alder, also called Oregon alder. A non-toxic, food-grade mineral oil finish brings out the rich, warm glow of this beautiful hardwood. The wood is non-splintering and I carefully sand all edges to a smooth finish for sensitive little hands.
The colored paints are non-toxic and safe for babies and children. The paints have been independently tested for lead, heavy metals and phthalates and they exceed federal safety guidelines for children's toys. Our pull cords are made from 100% organic European hemp - unbleached and undyed.
I hope my toys bring much joy and delight to the children in your life.
Diana
Shop members
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Diana DeFazio
Owner
I've always loved making things with my hands. I appreciate fine craftsmanship and I strive for quality and beauty in my own work. When I'm not making toys, I enjoy being in wild nature, following my curiosity, quilting, gardening, & cooking.
Shop policies
We make our toys primarily from red alder, also called Oregon alder. A non-toxic, food-grade mineral oil finish brings out the rich, warm glow of this beautiful hardwood. The brightly colored paints we use are also non-toxic. We have had our paints independently tested for lead, heavy metals and phthalates and they exceed federal safety guidelines for children's toys. The wood is non-splintering and we carefully sand all edges to a smooth finish for sensitive little hands.
Handmade toys are a rarity today and I'm proud to be a second generation toymaker and to offer a quality alternative to mass-produced toys made overseas. We make our toys with joy and hope that they bring countless hours of delight to the children in your life.
Diana DeFazio
Owner/ Toymaker
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
Returns and exchange details
Payment
We are also set up to receive payments through PayPal.
Shipping
We ship our toys through the United States Postal Service (USPS).