Poor Santa» toy bargains

The Toy Story 3 Classic Mr. Potato head is currently just $5 online at Kmart.com. A great developmental toy, that won’t drive parents crazy. After all, classic toys have been around so long for a reason…kids like them.

Grab a few more gifts and use the $5 off $50 coupon code: 5OFF50, pretty much making Mr. Potato Head free.

Fun and Unusual Toys Powered by the Imagination and Energy of Children

PoorSanta — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:35:34 +0000

I have been scouring the net for some fun toys that are powered by the creativity and energy of kids (no batteries or plugs). These a good old fashioned child powered toys. Kazoo Toys in particular had a nice selection, and currently has a sale going on.

These 2 coupon codes are good through November 23rd.
$10 off 50 with coupon code: 10502009
$25 off 100 with coupon code: 251002009

If you are planning a larger purchase this code would be better:
Save 20% on your purchase of $200 or more with Coupon Code: CJ0920 Expires 11/20/09.

Here are my picks:

The Original Rody Horse is sort of a cross between a hippity hop ball and a rocking horse. This toy is wonderful for building core strength and sensory integration. I just got one for my own daughter, for Christmas. It is recommended for children age 2-5 years. There is a larger “Rody Max” also available, which can accommodate age 5 to adult. Rody is made in Italy, so it meets the higher European toy standards.

Rody Ride On Horse

Pictured here is Groovy Girl Libbi & Louie by Manhattan Toy (yes the dog comes with her ). If you are tired of the suggestive clothing on several popular doll lines, perhaps you would like the “Groovy Girls”. Their bodies are velour with embroidered features. Each reasonably priced doll, comes with a complete outfit, and more fashions are available.

The Quercetti Super Saxoflute is another Italian made toy that I’ve purchased for my daughter this year. It is made of unbreakable ABS plastic and includes 24 pieces (2 mouthpieces, 2 trumpet ends and 20 twisting tubes). Quercetti also makes several other sets that can combine with this. I feel much more comfortable with toys produced in the EU, over those made in China. Europe is actually stricter about the safety of toys and plastics, than the U.S.

The Treehouse Playset by Melissa & Doug looks like tons of fun. This wood multi-level treehouse, comes with 2 play figures, a relaxing hammock, porch swing, table with two chairs, playful trap door and pulley-operated systems.

I also love the Deluxe Magic Set by Melissa & Doug. This one is far beyond my daughter. It is recommended for ages 8 and up, but seems like a quality set.

I also like the Educo kitchen set offered here, but it can be purchased for less elsewhere. All the items above are competetively priced, prior to factoring in the coupon codes, but can of course be found elsewhere as well. The selection at Kazoo Toys is certainly worth checking out, no matter where you end out making your purchases.

Hot Deals on Step 2 Toys (with free shipping to boot)

PoorSanta — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:51:38 +0000

I have found some good deals on Step2 toys, which include free shipping (essential since Step2 toys are often heavy).

The first two bargains I found are directly from the Step2 website. They currently have the “Fairy Wonderland” wooden playset marked down from $49.99 to $19.99. The Step2 site also has a Pirate Ship Playset discounted $52.99 to $26.49.

The rest of the deals are from Meijer.com. They have several Step2 items on sale or clearance, are currently offering a $10 off coupon code and free shipping on orders over $75. The discount code is : UPICK09

Two of the play kitchens here are particularly good bargains right now:

The 50′s Diner play kitchen $149.99 is priced $125 – $10 (coupon code) = $115 .

The Lifestyle Party Time Kitchen $159.99 is currently marked $131 – $10 (coupon code) = $121

Considerably less than these play kitchens are priced at most online retailers, most of which are not including free shipping.

If you live in an area where your kids can still play outside regularly in the winter months. You might want to grab the deal on the Naturally Playful Lookout Treehouse $149.99 now at $99 – $10 (coupon code) = $89

Meijer also has a good price on the Step2 Action Train Table reg. $79.99 now $49.00. You will need to add more to your order to utilize the free shipping discount, but there are many other toys on sale and clearance, as well. I doubt it will be a problem to find a nice filler item or two.

Today’s Inexpensive Stocking Stuffers

PoorSanta — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:58:49 +0000

I have come across a few neat items for stocking stuffers this morning.

The Flip Flap Solar Powered Monkey is too cute. This one would be great for kids, or as an office gag gift. It is only $2.99, with free shipping. http://bit.ly/2YT6AH

Avon has some Light-up Christmas Keychains right now at $1.99 (free shipping with code : SPECIAL ) http://bit.ly/2J70fz

Grab a magazine subscription. Amazon has some nice choices for under $12, use code OCTMAG50 to get an additional 50% off many titles. (ie. Country Living ..sale priced $10 – 50% = $5 for 1 year subscription) http://bit.ly/2M7R0U

Also at Amazon and eligible for free shipping (no I’m not an Amazon affiliate …lol) :

Shrek Practical Joke Kit http://bit.ly/1bomsK $2.48

Pirateology Guidebook and Model Set http://bit.ly/4ecsKD $7.20

Hannah Montana House Song Writin’ Swing Set with Hannah Doll http://bit.ly/3yJvPo $6.51

Fur Berries Pink with Bonus DVD http://bit.ly/4odjq9 $5.14

All items were in stock at posting time, but may not be in stock for long. Follow @PoorSanta for more holiday bargain updates.

Thomas the Train Toys $1.99 w/ Free Shipping : Great Stocking Stuffers

PoorSanta — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:34:21 +0000

Learning Curve currently has a Thomas the Tank Engine , as well as Toby the Tram Engine at discount. These are “Getting Started” editions, and are $1.99 each, with free shipping through 10/16/09 or while supplies last (sale started this morning). The trains will be sent wrapped in tissue in a padded envelope. These little trains would make great stocking stuffers, grab a couple, before they sell out.

Link to Thomas: http://shop.learningcurve.com/product/detail/LC09770?locale=en_US

Link to Toby: http://shop.learningcurve.com/product/detail/LC09768?locale=en_US

Save Big on Playskool (Hasbro) Toys : Printable Coupons

PoorSanta — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 03:40:40 +0000

I am always looking for ways to save money on toys. Hasbro recently released a collection of high value coupons, for it’s Playskool line of toys. While the coupons themselves are good through the entirety of the holiday season (exp 1/15/2010), only a limited number will be released. So grab yours now, for use on holiday sales later.

The coupons include:

$10 off coupons for Musical Sit & Spin, DinoRoars Stompers and Dance Cam

$5 off coupons for Mr. Potato Head Silly Suitcase or Spud Buds

$5 off $20 or more My Little Pony Purchase

and several more.

Coupons can be printed at