Build Your Own Paper Toy
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Each kit comes packaged in a reusable folder and contains everything you need. The toys' components come in pre-scored, perforated sheets of high-quality paper, printed in outrageously colorful patterns, and lock into shape without glue or tape, using a tab-and-slot system. Those blocks can be stacked and reassembled in creative ways, or held in place using the included adhesive dots. Also included are more than 100 stickers, to trick out your new race car, robot or puppy in your own unique style. Comes with an illustrated instruction page that doubles as a poster.
These toys are the brainchild of Grace Hawthorne, an artist, author and entrepreneur. Grace is best known as a cofounder of ReadyMade magazine, and she believes that creating things with our hands helps us to feel more interconnected with the world around us. Made in China.
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Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
February 22, 2012 11:26:09 AM
Sometimes toys are more fun when they're DIY. Would you go beyond traditional origami fish and swans with the Build Your Own Paper Toy kit?
Joann
Vote: Thumbs down!
February 23, 2012 07:58:45 PM
price is about right though.
Debby
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 28, 2012 05:38:40 PM
Encourages creativity in children
Katherine
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 28, 2012 05:48:17 PM
I like this, and am biased, as I have always been a fan of origami, paper castles, etc. We didn't have much money growing up but my mom always entertained us with paper puppets, etc. I would buy this. Price seems accurate.
maria
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 28, 2012 06:06:30 PM
I would charge $15
Janna
Vote: Thumbs down!
February 28, 2012 06:18:02 PM
Looks like a boys only toy
Kim
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 28, 2012 07:06:50 PM
Bit pricey, but if it were around 10-$15 it would be a good road trip kit.
Elinore
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 28, 2012 07:43:55 PM
I like the idea, but it looks like it might be a bit too complicated for some kids. I think that if toys are going to be offered, an age range should be given.
Chad
Vote: Thumbs down!
February 28, 2012 08:23:05 PM
Made in China. Fail
Sarah
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February 28, 2012 09:53:08 PM
Made in China.
Rebecca
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 28, 2012 10:30:22 PM
Would be super fun at parties!
Kara
Vote: Thumbs up!
February 29, 2012 01:31:28 AM
I like hands-on projects for kids. This kit allows for some personalization and individuality, but the ideas and materials are simple and provided.
Christine
Vote: Thumbs down!
February 29, 2012 07:04:52 AM
What is it with all these paper items made in China? No, no, NO!
sally
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February 29, 2012 10:09:35 AM
seems too complicated to assemble
Megan
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February 29, 2012 11:51:13 AM
Concept seems too complicated.
Romulus
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March 01, 2012 10:52:49 AM
Why China? Americans can't make this for a price that is inexpensive enough to sell for $20 and make a profit?? I mean really? $20 for a bunch of paper??
Sue
Vote: Thumbs down!
March 02, 2012 10:36:17 PM
Too much not attractive
Amanda M.
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March 03, 2012 12:54:33 AM
Cute but a bit too pricey. $15 or so would be better.
Miriam
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March 04, 2012 01:21:37 PM
made in China
Olivia
Vote: Thumbs up!
March 04, 2012 09:25:18 PM
I have something similar and it was fun to create and i keep on display. i think a price point betweeb $15 - $20 is better.
Gail
March 06, 2012 02:06:18 PM
China again - sorry
Sue
Vote: Thumbs down!
March 06, 2012 03:31:54 PM
There are better and nicerr paper models out there.
Candace
Vote: Thumbs up!
March 06, 2012 06:57:20 PM
Another creative project.
Andra
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March 06, 2012 07:15:40 PM
Stop already with the Chinese paper junk.
Heather
Vote: Thumbs down!
March 07, 2012 09:46:33 AM
Made in China again :(
Maureen
Vote: Thumbs up!
March 07, 2012 09:55:32 AM
Love the idea.
Lisa
Vote: Thumbs down!
March 07, 2012 01:36:23 PM
Made in China = thumbs down.
Nancy
March 08, 2012 04:31:22 PM
Made in CHINA! Would not buy!
Katherine
March 20, 2012 01:39:21 PM
this is really cute! I'm sure alot of children out there would really enjoy putting this together. But, I think the price is just a tad too much.
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