I know that this is not the whole answer to raise all economic boats. But I also know you will be shopping anyway, so I thought it would be nice for you to know that some of your favorite manufacturers (and some smaller guys too) are creating American jobs and make great toys, clothing, and equipment for kids. Consumer Reports ran a short piece in their recent Shop Smart publication. Their magazine is my grocery store indulgence, as I learn tons from their articles and love the experience of leafing through a magazine without being assaulted by ads. There are none!
Here’s a short list of companies that manufacture right here:
- Land’s End
- L.L. Bean
- Crayola
- Little Tikes
- Tinkertoy
- Vermont Teddy Bear
- Kowalli (baby wearing covers and baby clothing)
- American Apparel
- Ladybug Baby Organics