Oh, Dearest Mother, Sweetest Virgin of Altagracia, our Patroness. You are our Advocate and to you we recommend our needs. You are our Teacher and like disciples we come to learn from the example of your holy life. You are our Mother, and like children, we come to offer you all of the love of our hearts. Receive, dearest Mother, our offerings and listen attentively to our supplications. Amen.



Active Topics || Favorites || Member List || Search || About Us || Help || Register || Login
Tea and Conversation
 4Real Forums : Tea and Conversation
Subject Topic: Archery Set Post ReplyPost New Topic
Author
Message << Prev Topic | Next Topic >>
JennGM
Forum Moderator
Forum Moderator
Avatar

Joined: Feb 07 2005
Location: Virginia
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 17702
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 10:36am | IP Logged Quote JennGM
I'm on the prowl for an archery set for my 5 year old. But nothing super authentic and sharp -- velcro or something?

Any ideas?

__________________
Jennifer G. Miller
Wife to & ds1 '03 & ds2 '07
Family in Feast and Feria
Back to Top View JennGM's Profile Search for other posts by JennGM Visit JennGM's Homepage
 
KC in TX
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star


Joined: Aug 05 2005
Location: Texas
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 2621
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 10:47am | IP Logged Quote KC in TX
How about the suction cup type? I don't know of a brand though.

__________________
KC,
wife to Ben (10/94),
Mama to LB ('98)
Michaela ('01)
Emma ('03)
Jordan ('05)
And, my 2 angels, Rose ('08) and Mark ('09)

The Cabbage Patch
Back to Top View KC in TX's Profile Search for other posts by KC in TX
 
Paula in MN
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star
Avatar

Joined: Nov 25 2006
Location: Minnesota
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 4064
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 10:53am | IP Logged Quote Paula in MN
Jenn, I know you don't want "super authentic and sharp", but truthfully the toy sets made for kids are not worth any money spent on them. My dh has made me realize the error of my ways...

__________________
Paula
A Catholic Harvest
Back to Top View Paula in MN's Profile Search for other posts by Paula in MN Visit Paula in MN's Homepage
 
JennGM
Forum Moderator
Forum Moderator
Avatar

Joined: Feb 07 2005
Location: Virginia
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 17702
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 11:35am | IP Logged Quote JennGM
Feedback on the Magic Cabin or Hearthsong?

__________________
Jennifer G. Miller
Wife to & ds1 '03 & ds2 '07
Family in Feast and Feria
Back to Top View JennGM's Profile Search for other posts by JennGM Visit JennGM's Homepage
 
Mackfam
Board Moderator
Board Moderator
Avatar
Non Nobis

Joined: April 24 2006
Location: Alabama
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 14656
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 11:49am | IP Logged Quote Mackfam
Following you around with my Christmas/Birthday list, Jenn. We're considering the one from Magic Cabin for our 4yo for his birthday (3 days after Christmas) so I'd really love to hear reviews or thoughts of it as well!

__________________
Jen Mackintosh
Wife to Rob, mom to dd 19, ds 16, ds 11, dd 8, and dd 3
Wildflowers and Marbles
Back to Top View Mackfam's Profile Search for other posts by Mackfam Visit Mackfam's Homepage
 
Waverley
Forum Pro
Forum Pro


Joined: Nov 12 2006
Location: Minnesota
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 476
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 1:50pm | IP Logged Quote Waverley
I just bought an archery set for my son for his birthday in November. The one I bought shoots soft rockets similar to the Nerf rockets. It looks like a bow, the "arrows" fit in like a real bow, and you pull back the string and release it to shoot the arrow. He loves it and it is very gentle. The name of the set is "Boss Bow." Perhaps you could find it online.
Back to Top View Waverley's Profile Search for other posts by Waverley
 
Waverley
Forum Pro
Forum Pro


Joined: Nov 12 2006
Location: Minnesota
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 476
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 1:59pm | IP Logged Quote Waverley
OK, so I should have researched before I posted but the bow we purchased can be seen in the following link (I hope):   Boss Bow

I looked at several bows similar to the Hearthsong and Magic Cabin bows in a local natural toys store before purchasing the bow for my son. My concern was that it takes quite a bit of dexterity to load the arrow onto the bow and release it. This may not be a problem for older children but I knew it would frustrate my 5 year old. The thing about the Boss Bow I purchased is that you put the hollow arrow on a piece of plastic and then you pull back another piece to launch the arrow. The arrow doesn't slip, fall off, or pinch little fingers.

Good luck

__________________
Waverley
wife to Dh for 19 years, dd (16), dd (11), dd (8), ds (6), dd (4), dd (9-13-1996)
Back to Top View Waverley's Profile Search for other posts by Waverley
 
Ruth
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star
Avatar

Joined: Nov 04 2006
Location: Virginia
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 5007
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 5:54pm | IP Logged Quote Ruth
I just bought this one for one of my boys. I really like both of your choices, Jenn.

__________________
Ruth

mom to 7 miracles

My family blog

Loreto Rosaries
Back to Top View Ruth's Profile Search for other posts by Ruth Visit Ruth's Homepage
 
MarilynW
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star


Joined: June 28 2006
Location: N/A
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 4275
Posted: Dec 02 2008 at 6:12pm | IP Logged Quote MarilynW
We bought this onea few years ago - it has held up very well - all three older boys love it - my 4 yod is (too ) proficient - I forbid it anywhere but the basement, or backyard in summer.

__________________
Marilyn
Blessed with 6 gifts from God



Back to Top View MarilynW's Profile Search for other posts by MarilynW
 

If you wish to post a reply to this topic you must first login
If you are not already registered you must first register

  [Add this topic to My Favorites] Post ReplyPost New Topic
Printable version Printable version

Forum Jump
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot create polls in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum

Hosting and Support provided by theNetSmith.com