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Etsy Listing 564816133 Handmade Wooden Toy Car, Hot Rod 1932 Sedan, Amber Shellac with Metallic Purple and Black Trim

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  Handmade Wooden Toy Car, Hot Rod 1932 Ford Sedan, Amber Shellac with Metallic Purple and Black Trim Click Here for Etsy Shop Listing Click Here for Etsy Shop Front Page From OdinsToyFactory , a toy car based on the 1932 Ford Sedan . I made the body from a single piece of wood and finished it with amber shellac. I painted the trim with black and metallic purple acrylic paint. I have made many of these in various colors and finishes You can see all of the currently available Hot Rods and many other toys currently available in my shop. Custom orders are welcome in your choice of colors. A handmade wooden toy car for adults or kids, and made for play, but nice enough for any decor. These are great gifts. Use them to decorate a child's room, nursery, home, or office space. One customer used a toy car of mine for a shower cake topper. I make every effort to make sure my toys perform well. I carefully test each toy before I list it for sale. Approximate Size: Length: 6 inches Height: 3

Etsy Listing 672456374 Handmade Wood Toy Car 1957 VW Bug From the Play Pal Series Laminated Hardwood Polyurethane

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  Handmade Wood Toy Car 1957 VW Bug From the Play Pal Series Click Here For The Etsy Shop Listing From OdinsToyFactory we have a unique wood toy car based on the classic 1957 Bug. Because of the color and patterns in the wood, this little car is unique. The body is made from three pieces of wood. One oak and pieces of poplar that form a stripe. The finish is durable polyethylene. I have many other toys to choose form in my shop and custom orders are always welcome.  A small handmade wooden toy car handmade from laminated Poplar and Oak hardwoods. The clear polyurethane finish very durable and allows the unique colors and grain of the wood to show through. Approximate Size Length:  3.5 Inches Width:  1.75 Inches Height: 1.5 Inches Wheels: 0.75 Inches Other sizes and colors may be available via custom orders. I make items by hand from natural wood and wood products. They can differ from one piece to the next. The one you receive may be slightly different from the item in the listing pho

Etsy Package Insurance Why I Don't Use It

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  Etsy Issued USPS Shipping Label     I don't buy insurance. I did a little math, read the fine print, and decided that it wasn't worth the cost. If USPS says it was delivered, you will not get paid for lost packages. The thing that got me was the requirement of two inches of padding almost triples the shipping cost. Larger boxes and more packing material push the weight well over 16 ounces, so I can't ship first class anymore. It probably means a few fewer sales too. Now the boxes don't fit in my mailbox, and I either need to arrange for pickup or take them to the post office myself. USPS will pick them up, but I have to add more shipping time because I have to arrange for pickup the day before. A lot of orders come in after midnight. I ship with Etsy shipping, and the insurance is a third-party provider. That means there will be three people in a fight over a claim. USPS, me, and the insurance company. I plan to pack everything well and issue a refund or reship if the

Handmade Wood Toy Rabbit Puzzle A Simple Three Part Puzzle for Toddlers and Preschoolers 751681491

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  Handmade Wood Toy Rabbit Puzzle A Simple Three Part Puzzle for Toddlers an Preschoolers Etsy Listing   https://www.etsy.com/listing/751681491/ Shop Front Page https://www.etsy.com/shop/odinstoyfactory Other Puzzles https://www.etsy.com/shop/odinstoyfactory?section_id=22461824   A cute 3-piece bunny puzzle for small kids just getting into puzzles. I cut and hand-fitted the large pieces lose enough for young hands to assemble without much effort. A child can easily distinguish the different key shapes. I can make puzzles or cutouts in other sizes. Custom orders are welcome. With only three-parts, this bunny puzzle is easy to put together. The pieces are large and interlock well with each other. The rabbit is free standing. Playing with puzzles develops hand-eye coordination, gross motor, fine motor, shape recognition, memory, problem-solving, goal setting, patience, and social skills. This puzzle is a beginner level puzzle designed for a toddlers. A simple 3-piece puzzle for small kids