| 1. | Crayola |
| | Mention crayons, and many people will immediately think of the green and gold Crayola box. This is Crayola's official website, from which you can access the Crayola Store and its full selection of art supplies, activity sets, and other products.
www.crayola.com
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| 2. | Hearth Song |
| | Hearth Song has something for just about everyone. At the core of the Hearth Song catalog is the ethic that children need non-violent toys that encourage imagination. With this idea in mind, Hearth Song offers a wide variety of games, puzzles, dolls, educational toys, starter musical instruments, and arts & crafts supplies.
www.hearthsong.com
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| 3. | Imagine the Challenge |
| | Imagine the Challenge carries toys for children of all ages. Choose from Imagine the Challenge's great selection of dolls & puppets, games & puzzles, arts & crafts supplies, wooden train sets, ride-on toys, and more.
www.imaginetoys.com
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| 4. | Lillian Vernon Online |
| | This half-century old retailer, publisher of seven print catalog titles, now brings its goods to you online. The selection includes gift items, housewares, seasonal decor, and children's products, so there is quite a variety of merchandise to be found here. Browse the site using the category listings at the left side of the homepage, check out the clearance section, or do a detailed search using the "gift finder" feature.
www.lillianvernon.com
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| 5. | Magic Cabin |
| | Magic Cabin carries a full line of toys, books, arts & crafts supplies, and gifts for children of all ages. Browse the site by navigating through Magic Cabin's product categories, all of which are listed prominently on the homepage, or search by age and price.
www.magiccabin.com
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| 6. | BabyCharm.com |
| | The inexplicably-named BabyCharm.com carries a terrific collection of merchandise for kids of all ages. From baby toys to board games, Barbie dolls to art supplies, and plush toys to model kits, BabyCharm.com features an array of items for virtually every kid.
www.babycharm.com
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| 7. | Cheap Joe's Art Stuff |
| | Cheap Joe's Art Stuff offers a quick, easy, and economical way to buy art supplies. It can be difficult to arrange such a large inventory, but here products are divided into general categories that are broken down into smaller categories that you can then search by brand.
www.cheapjoes.com
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| 8. | Childcraft |
| | Childcraft carries a variety of toys that are sure to encourage active and imaginative play. On the site you can purchase toys ranging from simple inflatable balls and wood blocks to art supplies and occupation-themed playsets.
www.childcraft.com
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| 9. | Craft Catalog |
| | This store carries a complete selection of arts and craft supplies for activities ranging from painting to candle making to paper mache.
www.craftcatalog.com
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| 10. | craftnetvillage.com |
| | Shop craftnetvillage.com for a wide variety of arts & crafts supplies and instructional materials. The catalog is simple to navigate and includes easy-to-follow category names and clear product groups. Craftnetvillage.com also features a special "Kids' Crafts" section with pages of craft kits and sets for children.
www.craftnetvillage.com
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| 11. | Crafts Etc! |
| | Crafts Etc! functions as the online catalog for Hobby Lobby Creative Centers, a chain of nearly three hundred stores with locations throughout the United States. The store features a wide selection of products and includes everything from art supplies and model kits to picture frames and silk flowers.
www.craftsetc.com
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| 12. | CraftsWholesale.com |
| | CraftsWholesale.com combines a comprehensive selection of art supplies and craft materials with discount prices and generally easy site navigation. It proves to be a winning combination. The site also includes a "Hobby" section that includes model rockets, hobby tools, and more.
www.craftswholesale.com
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| 13. | CreateForLess |
| | CreateForLess's goal for shoppers is stated explicitly in its slogan, "Create More. Spend Less," which reflects the store's policy of selling craft supplies in wholesale quantities at wholesale prices. A listing of store departments at the bottom of the homepage help you to make a quick search, but clicking the "browse" link near the top of the page lets you search by craft type, item type, brand, and occasion in addition to department.
www.createforless.com
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| 14. | Dark Lilac |
| | Dark Lilac's inventory includes supplies for needlecraft, plastercraft, and paintcraft. The catalog is divided into sections for each of these three crafts, with categories beneath each that allow you to browse by specific holiday themes or craft sub-classification.
www.darklilac.com
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| 15. | Dave's Cool Toys |
| | At Dave's Cool Toys you can find a wealth of challenging and entertaining toys, including robot kits, wooden blocks, kites, and assorted novelty toys such as foam rocks, replica animals, and morph magic jigsaw puzzles.
www.davescooltoys.com
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| 16. | Dick Blick Art Materials |
| | Dick Blick is your complete source for arts and crafts supplies. They have just about everything for painting, sculpting, crafts, mosaics, ceramics, and more.
www.dickblick.com
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| 17. | Empirical |
| | Empirical carries a broad selection of toys, suitable for kids of all ages. Whether your children would enjoy board games, art supplies, Barbie dolls, plush toys, or models planes, you can find the right toy at Empirical.
www.vstore.com/cgi-bin/pagegen/vstoretoys/empirical/page.html?mode=home&file=/page/home/home.spl
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| 18. | Enterprise Art |
| | Enterprise Art is a one-stop-shop for all sorts of craft supplies. The store includes basic supplies necessary for a variety of crafts, and well a supplies for specific projects with beads or macrame. There is also a special "Kids Crafts" section with craft kits and sets specifically designed for children.
www.enterpriseart.com
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| 19. | eToys.com |
| | After a brief hiatus, eToys.com has re-opened for business. Search for a toy by the age of the recipient, price range, product category, or brand name. If you need help getting ideas or aren't sure what you should buy, a quick visit to the eToys.com "Gift Center" should set you straight.
www.etoys.com
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| 20. | Factory Direct Craft Supply |
| | Factory Direct Craft Supply boasts a great selection of items for the craft enthusiast. Bulbs, books, candles, glass, doll parts, and paints are among the plethora of items you'll find when you visit the store. A convenient main menu on the homepage allows you quickly access major product categories with little digging.
www.factorydirectcraft.com
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