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39 Examples of Artistic Kids Toys

From Customized Coloring Books to DIY Disney Toys

— October 20, 2014 — Life-Stages
Parents and guardians keen on fostering the creative side of children will enjoy this collection of artistic kids toys. As companies and designers sway towards digital advancements including video games and playthings that promote interest in technology, it becomes even more important to give little one's a well-rounded upbringing. Artistic kids toys is one way to do so.

By expanding their imagination in a variety of ways, artistic kids toys ensure that different parts of their brains are exercised on a regular basis. It can be as simple as plopping a customized coloring book in front of them or a do-it-yourself project that will inspire them to explore other avenues, not just those set out by strict instructions. Artistic kids toys teaches children that following their own gut is one way to get ahead in life.
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Dry-Erase Playthings
Dry-Erase Playthings
The Scribblers Toy Lets Tots Design and Redesign Their Very Own Trinkets
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Group Coloring Games
Group Coloring Games
Chroma Cubes Challenges You to Be Quick & Creative
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Custom Plush Toys
Custom Plush Toys
These Customized Dolls are Made From your Little One's Artwork
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Safari Silhouette Chalkboards
Safari Silhouette Chalkboards
This Giraffe Chalkboard Can be Carried Around by Future Artists
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Mythical Unicorn Crayons
Mythical Unicorn Crayons
Children Can Harness Magical Properties with These Coloring Tools
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Art-Displaying Kids Shoes
Art-Displaying Kids Shoes
Monkies are Drawing Shoes for Kids That Encourage Spontaneity and Art
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Romantically Recycled Crayons
Romantically Recycled Crayons
These Heart-Shaped Crayons are Perfect for Valentine's Day Drawing
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Coloring Book Cases
Coloring Book Cases
The Frozen Take-Along Coloring Tote Inspires Creativity On-the-Go
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Adorable Animal Crayons
Adorable Animal Crayons
These Hippo Crayons are a Fun Way to Color
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Educational Coloring Books
Educational Coloring Books
Aaron Meshon's Activities Teach Kids About Planes, Cars and Robots
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Heartfelt Personalized Art Kits
Heartfelt Personalized Art Kits
'Chloe's Magic Box' by Samia Kallidis Gives Hope to Homeless Kids
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Interactive Coloring Boards
Interactive Coloring Boards
T-Ink Technologies Conceptualized Touch-Sensitive Coloring Tools
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Creative Coloring Cut Outs
Creative Coloring Cut Outs
Foster Individuality in a Child with Kimmel Kids Stencils
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Washable Coloring Mats
Washable Coloring Mats
This Reusable Mat Includes Washable Markers
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Cute Character Building Blocks
Cute Character Building Blocks
FaceMaker by Millergoodman Lets You Explore Your Creativity
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Crazy Hairstyling Clips
Crazy Hairstyling Clips
Popheads' Poppers Crazy Hair Accessories Dress Up Sky-High 'Do
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AR Coloring Book Apps
AR Coloring Book Apps
The Chromville Augmented Reality Learning App Brings Drawings to Life
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Coloring Book Tablets
Coloring Book Tablets
The Griffin LightBoard Lets Kids Trace Pictures Displayed on the iPad
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Fate-Inspired Coloring Tools
Fate-Inspired Coloring Tools
The Fortune Cookie Crayons Add Even More Fun to Playtime
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Pixelated Coloring Tools
Pixelated Coloring Tools
The Dot Flowers CRAYON Grants an Array of Hues in One
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Paper Craft Kids Costumes
Paper Craft Kids Costumes
These Paper Costumes by ‘Cox & Cox’ are Great Alternatives
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Colossal Coloring Pages
Colossal Coloring Pages
These Big Coloring Pages are Perfect for Play Dates
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Sci-Fi Coloring Tools
Sci-Fi Coloring Tools
The Star Wars Crayons are a Must-Have for a Memorable Childhood
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Kid-Friendly 3D Printers
Kid-Friendly 3D Printers
These Mainstream 3D Printers Will Give Your Tiny Tots Creative Reign
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Art-Encouraging Bedding
Art-Encouraging Bedding
The Doodle Pillowcase Ensures Notes Get Passed Along and Not Lost
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Coloring Book Cardboard Chairs
Coloring Book Cardboard Chairs
The Chateau De Versailles Sells a Cardboard Chair for Kids
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DIY Paper Doll Crafts
DIY Paper Doll Crafts
Mr Printables Features Paper-Made Cone Girl Designs
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Toy Rental Services
Toy Rental Services
Pley Lets People Rent LEGO Sets Instead of Buying Them
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DIY Kite Kits
DIY Kite Kits
Aeroplay Kites is a Kite Making Kit with All the Supplies to Get You Flying High
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Advanced Modeling Tool Toys
Advanced Modeling Tool Toys
The DohVinci is a Play-Doh Toy That Has Glue-Gun Like Precision
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Stone-Shaped Coloring Tools
Stone-Shaped Coloring Tools
Motor Skill Developing, Eco-Friendly Crayon Rocks
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Pop-Up Paper Toys
Pop-Up Paper Toys
These Fun Foldable Paper Toys Can Be Customized with Color
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Coloring Cutlery
Coloring Cutlery
Have Oodles of Fun Doodling at Dinner With the Peter Dalton Foodle Set
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DIY Disney Toys
DIY Disney Toys
These Felt Disney Toy Puppets are Enjoyable and Easy to Construct
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Virtual Coloring Books
Virtual Coloring Books
Interactive Online Kids' Activities for Budget-Crunched Parents
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DIY Fruit Pom Poms
DIY Fruit Pom Poms
Mr. Printables' Diy Pom Poms Are Made to Be Realistically Fruit-Like
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Design-Centric Toy Bricks (UPDATE)
Design-Centric Toy Bricks (UPDATE)
The LEGO Architecture Set Lets You Make Modern Lofts
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DIY Paper Box Puppets
DIY Paper Box Puppets
Turn an Ordinary Pasta Box into a Fun Children's Toy with This Tutorial
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DIY Arctic Cardboard Playsets
DIY Arctic Cardboard Playsets
Mr. Printables' Templates Make Cute Recycled Cardboard Toys
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