Whyte Christmas: The Cork craftsman keeping tradition alive 

Michael Whyte holds one of his iconic wooden rockers, a toy that has become his best seller over the years. Picture: Chani Anderson

From the outside, toy maker Michael Whyte’s house might look like any other residence.

But it’s the magic which happens behind closed doors that sets it apart. The father of five includes his children in everything he does. Ranging in age from 13 to 25, they might be too old for toys, but that hasn’t stopped them having fun with dad as they road test some of his new and impressive handmade creations.