Grandpa Gene's American Folk Toys

Grandpa Gene's American Folk Toys
 
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Grandpa Gene's Workshop in the Rocky Mountains

About Us:
As a boy growing up on an Indiana farm in the 1940's, I played with many of the toys that you see here. After we retired, my wife and I bought a cabin in the Rocky Mountains and I moved my woodworking tools up there and set up my shop. In the move, I rediscovered my copy of American Folktoys and How to Make Them by Dick Schnacke, tried out a few plans, and before long Grandpa Gene's Workshop came into being. I started selling my toys at the
Boulder Farmers' Market Craft Fair and found that they were well-received by children and parents alike. At the craft fairs some folks speak with me about the memories the toys evoke and others make requests for toys they had played with when they were growing up. Some of the toys I make today are a result of those requests. I have found that playing with these toys links the generations, and hope you feel the same way. If any of this work brings back memories, I would love to hear from you at Gene@grandpagenes.com

You have two options when you decide to order: You may use your credit card through Pal Pal by clicking the "add to cart" buttons, or you may e-mail me at
gene@grandpagenes.com with your order.

I hope you enjoy browsing my website.


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Grandpa Gene Henderson

Click on any of the toys below to go directly to their page. Then scroll down to the toy. You may also just browse  through each individual page.

acrobat

Buzz Saw

Magic Ball

Rolling Rattle

Turn Coat Game

Baby Rattle

Climbing Bear

Nine Man Morris

Shoot the Moon Game

Two PiecePuzzle

Baby Rattle, ringed

Do Nothing Machine

Ox Yoke Puzzle

Smoke Grinder

Wood Car

Ball and Cup(traditional)

Finger Top

Peg Strategy Game

Spindle Top

Waddles the Duck

Ball and Cup (pipe)

Indian Ring Toss

Put and Take Game

Tic Tac Toe

Whimmydiddle

Broomstick Horse

Limberjack

Rhythm Spoon

Tippy Top

Will of the Wisp

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Acrobat or Flip Jack $12--- Gently squeeze the bottom of the handles and watch the acrobat do all sorts of tricks.

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Finger Top $3---A small wooden top, spun with the fingers, will balance and spin for a very long time.

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Ball and Cup (traditional) $10--- The toy is centuries old. Simply flip the ball up and catch it in the cup. Playing the game developes hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

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Ball and Cup (pipe) $12--- This toy is a variation of the traditional Ball and Cup with the difference being that the cup is set at right angles instead of on top of the handle. Opinions about which ball and cup is easier to master is equally divided.

Rolling Rattle--$10   A favorite among the younger set. When the toy is rolled along the floor the loose dowels hit against the crossbars making a clicking noise.

Click on any of the following pages for more Toys

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Limberjack-$20--- Sit on the thin board while holding the puppet just above the end of the board. Tap on the board and the puppet appears to be tap dancing. The Limberjack is loads of fun and entertainment whether you're keeping time with music or just watching him dance.