Make KC Gift Again 2018: Five Kansas City-born shopping ideas for kids

November 21, 2018 | Austin Barnes

Startland News presents its annual gift guide of Kansas City-made products to celebrate dozens of KC makers and give readers curated shopping hints. Check out selections from the kids category below. (Have more ideas? Leave them for readers in the comments below. We know this is just a glimpse of what Kansas City has to offer.)

Want more gift suggestions? Click here for Startland’s other Make KC Gift Again ideas: KC pride, stocking stuffers and him, her and them.

Ampersand Design Studio Retro Kansas City T-Shirt — Kids (3 colors)

Soft, lightweight and made for play, the Ampersand Design Studio Retro Kansas City t-shirt is a one-of-a-kind choice, for the fashion forward kids who find themselves on the nice list.

Price: $25

Click here to shop. (Also available at select Made in Kansas City retail locations.)

Wobblrs

For the sprouting soccer star in your life, Wobblrs offers it all. Created by dads with a passion for soccer, the game helps kids (and parents alike!) improve their talents while sharpening motor skills, passing accuracy, and ability to kick.

Price: $34.99

Click here to shop.

Click here to read more about Wobblrs entrepreneurial journey.

Off-Kilta Matilda Plush and Book

Designed to prepare youngsters to learn about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), this book prompts and promotes girls’ (and boys’) early love of problem solving through the story of a ladybug named Off-Kilta Matilda.

Price: $27 for the plush and book together ($17 book; $10 plush)

Click here to shop.

Click here to read more about the Off-Kilda Matilda project.

Decoylab DIY Kansas City Western Auto Kit

Looking for a unique gift for the crafty kid on your list? Decoylab DIY offers them the chance to build a Kansas City landmark all on their own.

Price: $30

Click here to shop. (Also available at select Made in Kansas City retail locations.)

Andi’s Design Shop Plush Animals

Handmade gifts evoke a certain kind of emotion. Memories of those feelings inspired Andrea Bryant to launch Andi’s Design Shop — a local resource for handmade gifts with character. From bears to hedgehogs, Andi’s has unique plush animals, sure to make any kids eyes wide come Christmas morning.

Price: $10-38

Click here to shop.

Want more gift suggestions? Click here for Startland’s other Make KC Gift Again ideas: KC pride, stocking stuffers and him, her and them.

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