Let us take you on a journey to discover the Soulful Economy and a marketplace for conscious consumers. Shop artisan gifts that give back, from unique jewelry to wallets and bags made out of recycled material, beautiful rugs crafted in India, pillows from Africa, tabletop from Bali, essential oils of health and healing, home accessories, toys, stunning artworks, clothing, and handcrafted items from our Haiti Artisans Collection: tobacco leaf vases, recycled cereal box necklaces, recycled T-shirt bags and more. Read more
Singing at Playing Mantis
music and songs
If you have a child, are a child or never actually grew up! Come Join Scott and Jessie at Playing Mantis in Tribeca this Saturday.
Come join us Saturday December 28th from 1-4pm
at the Playing Mantis Toy store, Read more
Playing Mantis participating with Urban Zen Holiday Marketplace
Let us take you on a journey to discover the Soulful Economy and a marketplace for conscious consumers. Shop artisan gifts that give back, from unique jewelry to wallets and bags made out of recycled material, beautiful rugs crafted in India, pillows from Africa, tabletop from Bali, essential oils of health and healing, home accessories, toys, stunning artworks, clothing, and handcrafted items from our Haiti Artisans Collection: tobacco leaf vases, recycled cereal box necklaces, recycled T-shirt bags and more. Read more
Snowfall
It is the first snowfall of 2013…. as if the clouds from above descended and settled in the grass, on trees and rooftops. It is so fresh…. unbranded, unmarked by neither foot nor paw prints. Once in a while the wind swooshes lifting the snow from branches …as they dance and then lightly flutters against the silver sky. Read more
Gallery Events
Fundraising Evening – Hope for the holidays
Thank you all for a very successful evening – Your support and kindness is greatly appreciated
Fundraising Evening
Join us for a fundraising evening of restoring hope to the victims of typhoon Yolanda
December 1, 2013 between 4:00 – 7:00 PM
100% profit from (including web sales) will be donated to the Philippines
Refreshment and Music will be provided Read more
Playing Mantis – a toy store with vision
Published on Nov 24, 2012
SageRock
A toy store like this would be loved anywhere. But you rarely see this kind of vision in places other than the great cities of the world.
Travel + Leisure
We are excited to be on the cover page of the Travel + Leisure September issue!
Our September issue—chock full of great stories about Italy, Tulum, Paris, India, and more—is available on newsstands now! Check it out! Read more
Castor & Pollux – SEE: The Playing Mantis
“SEE: The Playing Mantis” December 5th, 2011 by Julie Henriette
We are firm believers in enjoying this time of year with friends and family instead of shopping for presents that nobody wants, so we are going to let you in on a little secret that will simplify the process for you. Read more
A World of Toys
Offering handcrafted toys inspired by children and nature.
By Kathy Krassner
Imelda McCain had a very special reason for opening a toy store five years ago: her son. Like so many new mothers, McCain began taking a closer look at the toys that were on the market. Read more
Edward Burns on Sky Magazine
INCREDIBLE SELECTION OF HANDMADE TOYS AND GAMES
“N MOORE EVOKES TRIBECA’S NOSTALGIC PAST”
Playing Mantis has “an incredible selection of handmade toys and games from around the world“
Edward Burns says. Read more