Meet Your Maker: Phil Barbato

Fun stuffed toys that kids and adults alike can enjoy and appreciate. No, not from Mattel, from Phil Barbato!


His work isn't stocking stuffers; sometimes, they are stockings!

Meet Thorgrimm the Defeated:


And Ronald Jeremy Hyatt:


You've gifted many things over the years: Socks, ties, perfumes, Norelco shaving kits, and my personal favourite, the Barack Obama Chia Pet. Have any of these brought more than a pasted-on smile and a cardboard "thank you, I always wanted one!" from their recipients? Don't repeat the same mistake this year; give a Whiskerbear and get a genuine smile out of your friends. And for god's sake, return the Snuggie.

Besitos,
Vanessa