Favorite toy sites?

[java]

It's that time of year when my mom is asking for gift ideas. Particularly for my soon to be 6 year old.
I am at a loss.
We are getting him that huge Remote control Dinosaur thing.
I was thinking some more good blocks- And I know I saw one with garages ect. and cars.
Any ideas of where I can look to get ideas for her? (I have been to Back to Basic, Oompa, Magic Cabin already)

 

[Perditamarie]

I love toys!!

I am inspired by the toys on this site:

http://www.uniquewoodentoys.com/cart.php

Then I cross reference on amazon for prices, free-shipping and reviews. I found a wicked cool huge wooden treehouse playset for my son this way.

Legos are also a hit...especially if you have a builder! In addition to the Legos, consider a Lego table and/or a 3 drawer plastic storage unit to keep the bricks contained.

Also, if you have an AC Moore around, they have a nice toy/craft section. I have bought some very nice Melissa and Doug toys using the 40 & 50% off coupons AC Moore puts out weekly (puzzles, magic set, monster puppet, wooden build it yourself tow truck etc).

Step 2 has great quality:

http://step2.com/

and some nice stuff in the clearance/free-shipping section - I hate to pay for shipping and their stuff is big, so its nice to see what has free ship:

http://step2.com/specials.cfm

other things to consider: desk, build a bear gc, bike/big wheel/green machine, zoo/museum memberships, karate lessons

Hope this helps and I am looking forward to being inspired by this thread!

 

[Katy Belle]

last christmas I ordered quite a lot from www.fatbraintoys.com I was happy with the quality of everything and the speed of delivery, etc. They may have what you are looking for.
Katy

 

[fortheluvofpooh]

I love toys to grow on.com

 

[Perditamarie]

this site looks fun, but I haven't ordered:

http://www.gummylump.com/front/index.php

 

[java]

I found another one has my favorite wood line Ostheimer- we have the castle pieces(I got them when a toy store went out of business for a steal! $50 for a whole bunch of castle pieces including the bell tower!) They really are beautiful heirloom quality pieces for those looking for lasting gifts.

http://www.thewoodenwagon.com/wooden-toys.html