Childrens Toys

Zhu Zhu Pets are the hottest toys of the season. It may seem next near impossible to find one but it is possible with these little tips!

Zhu Zhu Pets are popular hamster toys that make over 40 different little noises. They scury around, playing in their tubes, hamster-ball, car, and other fun attachments. They have two modes:...

Whether you're buying presents for Christmas, a birthday or just because you want to give a special kid a new toy, it's worth the time to do a little research before you make a purchase. Over 80%...

Kitchen towels come in a wide variety of colors and textures, making them excellent materials for stuffed children's toys. Larger, lightweight towels provide a lot of fabric for little cost....

Repainting old rubber toys is a fascinating hobby as well as a satisfying way to preserve heirlooms. Some collectors wish to renovate an antique. Others want to refresh an object that has been a...

Making a workbench for a child can be an easy project done with some simple home tools and supplies. Typically, a workbench should be made about 2-3 feet high to accommodate younger builders, but...

Stone playing marbles have been a toy in civilizations pre-dating even the Roman Era. These toys can be kept for display or used in both official and casual tournaments. Many stones can be...

Little girls(and sometimes boys) love to play with rag dolls. They are more cuddly and can be easily taken anywhere.They can be as simple or elaborate as you feel inclined and, if the child is...

Cardboard boxes are imaginative toys for kids and when they are used to make a play kitchen there will be hours of pretend and fun. Here are ideas of how to make a complete kitchen set from...

Geeeee, I forgot the pink bunny pounding that drum. Anyway, there are a few ways you can make your A, AA, AAA and other batteries last a whole lot longer than you thought. Nothing like a camping...

Parents soon find that buying the doll is only the first step. Accessorizing becomes the next challenge. The more expensive the doll purchased, the more expensive the manufactured outfits. ...

Radio Flyer made the little red child's wagon a popular toy and was featured in scenes of the movie "A Christmas Story." Children's wagon are easily constructed by hand and provide a more...

Are you looking to buy a cheap swing set for your children? Children love swings, but a standard swing set can be expensive. Read the guide below to find ways to buy a cheap swing set that...

Creating toys by hand can be a satisfying hobby. One toy that is relatively easy to create is the wooden toy car. You can create three vehicles out of one 2-foot 2-by-4. Many crafters are...

Children's toys made from soft washable fabrics will always be popular. The more colorful the better. Any toddler would love to have this stuffed caterpillar to keep for several years.

The placement of that eye will give the direction where the puppet will be looking. Learn how to make a children's puppet in this free crafts video.

Now that the fabric is glued to the cup, finish off the fabric covered portion by folding in the edge. Learn how to make a children's puppet in this free crafts video.

Turn the block around so that the ribbons are pulled back. Attach the middle ribbon. Learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder for children in this free crafts video.

When you have the whole toy assembled with just glue, clamp it together and then put the nails in all at once. Learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder for children in this free crafts video.

You'll need a good size drink cup for the base, a Styrofoam ball for the head, a wooden dowel about six inches longer than the cup and a piece of fabric. You want to make sure that the Styrofoam...

Cut enough fabric so that you have about an inch on the bottom hanging off after laying the cup on it. Learn how to make a children's puppet in this free crafts video.

You want to use a nice thick craft glue and just spread it all over the cup. Learn how to make a children's puppet in this free crafts video.

While you're letting the cloth dry on the cup, you're going to prepare the head. Learn how to make a children's puppet in this free crafts video.

The dragon clapper is made out of wood and string and paint. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

You need two two-and-a-half inch sections, so measure two and a half inch, draw a line and again at two and a half inches. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

Take your sand paper and rub all the rough edges from the wood and go ahead and sand the sides. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

Paint red all over on all sides, clean off your brush and then paint the rest of the sections completely with the green. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

Paint little teeth all around the sides. Start about a half inch in from the edge of where the hole is drilled. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

Take a piece of red ribbon, fold it in half and cut at an angle to get a nice forked tongue. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

When all your pieces have dried, tie them together. Learn how to make a children's dragon clapper in this free crafts video.

You'll need a piece of wood, fifteen inches long, by one and a half inch wide, and a quarter inch thick. Learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder for children in this free crafts video.

Start by marking off our wood. Measure two and a half inches from the end. Learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder for children in this free crafts video.

Take off all the rough edges. The easiest way is to lay your sandpaper on the table and actually rub the wood on to the sandpaper. Learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder for children in this free...

You'll need three pieces of ribbon about 30 inches long, nails and a little bit of craft glue. Learn how to make a Jacob's Ladder for children in this free crafts video.

In a society that is often dangerously focused on consumerism, buying eco-friendly gifts can be a great step toward living a greener life. Giving eco-friendly gifts to children is an even greater...

Old-fashioned stick horses are classic toys and easy to make on a budget. These instructions give you a starting place to design any style toy stick horse you need. Alternate fabric materials,...

Even in this electronic age, little kids still like stick horses. Unfortunately, they're getting harder and harder to find in the store. With a little creativity, time and ingenuity, you can make...

A little kids electric scooter may sound a bit scary to parents. In fact, it is scary if you have no knowledge about these toys and how to find safe models. If you know your stuff, however, it can...

Instead of wood and nails, this child's playhouse is made with fabric and a card table. One advantage to this playhouse is the ability to easily store it when playtime is over. This project will...

Kids with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) are often highly creative, intelligent children who happen to have a hard time focusing or 'sitting still'. When selecting a gift for a...

It's that time of the year that every retailer looks forward to. Black Friday means the chance to get fabulous deals on this year's great toys and electronics. Shoppers will be lined up for...

If your child loves to scribble and draw, then a chalkboard table may be an excellent gift for them. Your child can sit down at the table and go wild scribbling and drawing as much as they want....

As a parent, you know that children cost money. From bottles, food, diapers, and wipes to toys, cribs, swings and bouncers, there is always something they need. Clipping coupons will help save...

Music is the universal language. A toy gong is a fun musical instrument which is easy to make. A few simple alterations can change many household items into a toy gong. The toy gong is the grande...

Small play balls are handy and simple little toys perfect for small children and pets. Knitting them is easy and a great way to use up your scrap yarn. For this color wedge ball you’ll be...

When Indiana Jones is the craze again, parents often hear calls and cries of young ones--OK, usually boys--for Indiana Jones props. The hat is great. But they would also adore having a whip to...

If you're searching for the perfect gift for your grandchild, build this old-fashioned rocking boat. It's timeless, elegant and a heck of a lot of fun.

Kids stuffed animals are bound to get ripped. Here is how to reattach a head on a 18-inch stuffed Curious George doll or any stuffed doll.

Most toddlers have an abundance of toys, both new and old. It is important for parents to check the toys regularly to make sure the items are safe for the toddler. The general guidelines below...

Hand crafting toys for your children is one of the most enjoyable, and satisfying things you can do. Not only do you provide entertainment for them, you make a keepsake that can be passed down...