2021 Toy Gift Guide

Hey friends! The holidays are here, and I am here to share my favorite toy picks this year, from one of my longtime favorite shops, The Tot! They invited me to partner with them and share my personal wishlist with you all, and I am pumped! I’ve always loved the wide variety of beautiful, stimulating, and heirloom quality toys and gifts at The Tot.

The Tot makes it simple to discover safe, quality products for families at every life stage. They hand-pick products that pass their high safety standards (known as the Tot Test) and are designed to last. They pride themselves on always being transparent in where their products are sourced and the materials that are used. They don’t compromise and neither should you. Read more about the Tot Test here.

I hope this guide can make your holiday shopping this year a bit less stressful. I split my list of 23 items into two parts, to fit a variety of ages and interests! Simply click the highlighted name of the item, or on the image, to find the affiliate link for purchasing! So many of these gorgeous goodies are going quickly, and with shipping delays, I suggest ordering ASAP!

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1. Tambourine

All three of my babies LOVED music. Listening to it and making it on their own. This little Tamborine is the perfect little instrument for tiny hands. Wait until you see the smile on your little’s face when you see them light up from making their own music.

2. Macaron Sidewalk Chalk

Sidewalk chalk…but make it magical! Can you even image how many fun games of hopscotch are to be had with this rainbow assortment of macarons? I love how it’s a fancy twist on a regular play item!

3. Rainbow Suitcase Set

So, I don’t know about anyone else, but I have two little girls who love to collect a million different little things. Rocks…blocks…jewelery…you name it….How sweet are these two suitcases for “all the things” toy storage. They could also double as pretend play and/or room decor.

4. Stacking Cups

Xander got these for Christmas last year and still loves them to this day! These fun stacking cups are perfect to throw in your purse or diaper bag to have an easy activity on-the-go, or even at bath time! Xander loves to strain water and bubbles through these too. They’re well made and have the prettiest colorways (see #6 on the PT.2 guide).

5. The Wall DollHouse + Furniture & Family

I squealed when I saw this dollhouse set! I looooooove the detail that went into make such a beautiful heirloom quality dollhouse—check out those shingles! This fun set even comes with furniture and a little family to play with! This would be the perfect larget ticket gift to have waiting under the tree this year.

6. Dolls

The Tot has so many lovely dolls to choose from. I try and add a new doll to Raegan and Zarie’s collection each year, and this year, I went with Charlotte and Gracie. The details on their dresses, stitched faces and hair are unmatched. I cannot wait to see my girls’ faces when they see these. Check out their wide variety of dolls to add to or start your collection.

7. My Calendar

I love a toy that is also a learning tool. This fun high-quality calendar will help teach your babe about numbers and how days and months work. Perfect addition to your playroom, and I love that you can add special symbols for holidays and birthdays.

8. Baby/Toddler/Big Kid Jr. Astronaut Suit

If you’ve been following along with me for a while, then you know that I have a 6-year-old who is determined to go to Space one day. Raegan actually had a space themed birthday this year, and we got her this fun astronaut suit as a gift! Super high quality and a lifelike feel with the fun patches and accessories. The perfect addition for pretend play.

9. Unicorn Dough Set

I don’t think anything is more timeless than play dough! These fun sets, however, take it up a notch with fun colors and scents! Fresh and handmade-to-order in Canada, they use only 100% food-grade, non-toxic ingredients to create a safe and creative sensory experience for little ones. My favorite part is the themed cookie cutters, and a dough roller come in the set. The Tot also offers an adorable Christmas Dough Set with festive colors and cutters!

10. Unicorn Tent

I love love love the look of this whimsical play tent. This tent can turn any space into a cozy little haven for reading, resting, pretend play and so much more. How cute would it be to setup a living room campout/sleepover with this? It is so good, and notably sturdier than many other options I’ve seen. This is another gorgeous play tent option!

11. Banwood First Go! Balance Bike

We didn’t start off with balance bikes for the girls, and after a ton of research, we really wish we had. These kinds of bikes are a better way to introduce your littles to bike riding on their own. The timeless design and beautiful colors add to the allure! Xander may be a bit too small this year, but you bet the green one will be waiting for him under our tree next year!

1. Tambourine

All three of my babies LOVED music. Listening to it and making it on their own. This little Tamborine is the perfect little instrument for tiny hands. Wait until you see the smile on your little’s face when you see them light up from making their own music.

2. Happy Camper Campfire

This gorgeous set took me right back to Xander’s One Wild Birthday! I love the elevate look of this plush campfire set. Good for all ages to be imaginative and fun. All three of our kids love to play with this together. I think it’s another toy that I think would immediately invite your kiddos right in to play on Christmas morning.

3. Mason’s Planets Sidewalk Chalk

The most STELLAR sidewalk chalk set! I want to get this for Raegan’s stocking for sure. I love the the bright planets all have two layers of color–outer and inner cores–just like they do in real life. This is another gift that I think spans such a large age range.

4. Cooker Reverso

I have never seen a dreamier little kitchen set–oh my goodness!!! I don’t know if its the retro design or the colorway that I love more. Another cool feature is that on the other side this little kitchen acts as a laundry room with washer and and shelving! It’s also interactive with lights and fun sounds! Gosh this would be such a playroom gem.

5. Foldable Climbing Triangle

Okay, y’all, so this climbing triangle came HIGHLY recommended by y’all when I shared that Xander was climbing all over the place. He is at the stage where he wants to pull up and climb, so I had to snag this for him from The Tot. There are a couple of different size options (we got the large), and a few color options. I went with natural, but they also have pastel and rainbow. I cannot wait to see the fun Xander is going to have with this on Christmas morning, and beyond.

6. Stacking Cups

Xander got these for Christmas last year and still loves them to this day! These fun stacking cups are perfect to throw in your purse or diaper bag to have an easy activity on-the-go, or even at bath time! I think it’s cool that they nest down into one another for easy storage. Xander loves to strain water and bubbles through these too. They’re well made and have the prettiest colorways (see #4 on the PT.1 guide).

7. Greenhouse Playhome

I can’t get over how gorgeous this canvas play tent is! It’s covered in the dreamiest printed flowers and plants. There is plenty of space inside, and there are two flaps to open up on the roof–just like a real greenhouse! I love the realistic feel of this little space. Turn any corner into a pretend play paradise.

8. Baby Loves Bundle

If you don’t already know this about me, I am a sucker for children’s books. They are one of my favorite things to buy my own children, and to gift others. I always love to help start of new mama’s library as a baby shower gift. I thought this set of Baby Calm and Baby Yoga were such a fun find. These are a perfect introduction to practicing mindfulness and yoga poses. Perfect stocking stuffers.

9. Activity Table

I have seen a ton of these types of tables over the years, and this one is easily my favorite. Not only is is gorgeous, but its better made to withstand rough kiddos, and handing down from one child to another. It would be the perfect heirloom quality Christmas gift–a showstopper for sure.

10. Peugeot Darl’Mat Rider

We got Xander one of these for Christmas last year, and while he’s only been old enough to really enjoy it the last 6ish months, it has been such a beautiful piece in his nursery. Another piece that is clearly made well, and worthy of keeping and passing down from generation to generation. The design is timeless.

11. Vintage Red Tricycle

When it comes to the category or tricycles, there isn’t another brand that can stand up to this Baghera tricycle. The vintage design, elevated finishes, and my favorite–the little bike bell. I think any little one would light up if they saw this waiting for them under the tree.

12. Lacing Toy Set

Give me all of the activity sets that are going to keep my kiddos engaged. This lacing toy set caught my eye because I know my kiddos would treat it like a puzzle. The set comes with a convenient stand and is the perfect toy for developing those oh so important fine motor skills.

I hope this gift guide has made your holiday shopping just a bit easier in this buy season. The Tot has these and so many beautifully and intentionally made gifts. Check them out today, and if you have any questions, please leave them for me below.

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xoxo
Shakira