All Things Kids

For quite some time I had been wanting to visit All Things Kids - a toy store located very near me on the Square in Georgetown, TX.  But, because I don't have kids, I could never find any reason to go in to this shop other than my overwhelming curiosity.  Silly reason I know, but I kept denying myself the opportunity and my curiosity therefore continued.  However, when my niece and her nine month old son came for a visit recently, well, I had to do my Aunt-ly duty and go in to this amazing shop with them.

And, boy, am I SO glad I did?!  This shop is absolutely fabulous whether you have 10 kids, no kids, or you're just a kid at heart.  It will capture your imagination as soon as you step in front of the doors with the over-sized Lego Cowboy & Pirate beckoning you to come in and play.

All the toys (and for that matter all the items) that you will find at All Things Kids is operated only by hands, feet, and imagination - no batteries needed here.

 Overflowing from the walls and shelves are wooden and metal trucks and cars of all sizes, stuffed animals, building blocks, train sets, and puzzles galore.

They have an amazing book selection that includes sleepy-time books, learning books, and classics that your teenagers (or you) will happily add to their library collection.  

A Candy Corner is always well stocked with Pixy Stix, Pop Rocks, Licorice and all those nostalgic as well as modern-day sweet treats that speak of childhood simplicity.

As parents themselves, owners Karen and Christian Soeffker, know how hard it can be to find good quality toys for their child and that's actually what inspired them to start their business and open their first store (Read their full story HERE).  Their need and their desire motivated Karen & Christian to offer only quality European and American toys that they actually hand pick themselves and that must meet their quality standards and overall mission - "It's our driving mission to be exceptional in all things: We want to be that magical toy store every single day for a whole new generation of beautiful, dreamy children".  And, I assure you that EVERY item and service that Karen & Christian offer at All Things Kids is exceptional and most definitely inspires creativity and imagination for every child, young or old.  

In addition to all the creative and award-winning toys and books they offer, they go fifty steps further and also offer all the fun extras that will delight kids and parents too.  Here is just a snippet of some of their extras that will amaze you indeed:

Play Zone is a designated area in the back of the store where kids can play & parents can work if they want (they have the internet to plug into if needed).  The Play Zone also has an Arts & Crafts area where the kids can tap into their inner artist and it's also the designated Birthday Party room.

Date Night  is one of the exceptional services offered at All Things Kids where parents can leave their kids with licensed childcare givers for a couple of hours every Friday & Saturday night and go have dinner or a glass of wine.  Call in advance to get a spot though - it fills up fast & they can only take 12 kids at a time.

Classes & Workshops are offered for kids of all ages to come and actually learn about the mechanics, the science, and the creative inspiration behind the toys they love.  This past summer they offered classes such as Lego Robotics & Magic in Motion - classes that sound like a ton of fun to me!

And, of course, there are Events galore that they host on an ongoing basis such as Story Time, Paint Me a Story, Language Classes, Magic Shows, and much, much more.  You can find their full calendar of events right HERE.

My words and pictures can only capture a tiny fraction of how fabulous and exceptional this toy store truly is.  And I believe it's this way because Karen and Christian have taken the bar of exceptional to the highest level by pouring every ounce of their hearts into their dreams and visions for kids everywhere.  You have to experience All Things Kids yourself if you are in the Austin area.  And if you are not in the area, then check out all that they are doing online (info & links are below).  You will be inspired, amazed, and will find yourself suddenly determined to find that Tinker Toy set you had as a child.  Visit All Things Kids and let your creativity and imagination be re-ignited!

Explore & Enjoy more of All Things Kids:

Store Hours:  Depends on Location (check their website)

Website: AllThingsKids.US
Facebook Page: facebook.com/AllThingsKidsinGeorgetown

Side Note:

Karen & Christian opened their first location of All Things Kids on the Georgetown Square in April of 2011.  They opened their second location in Austin at the Domain in September of 2013 and they plan to open their third location in Lakeway, TX in the Fall of 2015.  You can also become part of their story as they are now offering Franchise opportunities - just check their website for all the details and info.  They have done an outstanding job with their store concept and it's awesome to see them continue to grow!