Toys

From a Dad who built 3 Local champion, district qualifying cars. One of them became a 3rd place finisher at the District level and one finished 12th place out Of 155 to 160 cars.

Whether the kids are playing a game of pirates, dressing up for Halloween or going to a historical re-enactment as pioneer children, having a toy knife is as close to the real thing you want your...

"Yo Joe" and "Knowing Is Half the Battle!" means much to the children of the '80s. GI Joe was more than just a comic book and cartoon, it was a series of action figures that helped raise a...

The toy industry is a huge business - to the tune of $5 billion a year in sales. Although there are an estimated 900 different toy manufacturers, it is a highly concentrated market with the top 50...

Your Webkinz pets love it when you make them special recipes. In this article, you'll learn how to make Aquarius Jelly!

Here's some old-fashioned fun. Make this toy and children can have hours of fun outside with it. It gets them moving. Here's how to make this easy toy from crepe paper, a ball and string.

Rattles, teddy bears, bouncers, swings and musical toys are all timeless forms of entertainment and interaction for babies. With stores having several aisles full of baby items, it can be...

While most people are somewhat familiar with Waldorf schools, many may not realize that aspects of the Waldorf method can be applied at home. There are many sources for Waldorf toys, both on and...

The Middleton Doll Company offers a variety of life-like play and artist dolls based on the original designs of the late artist, Lee Middleton. Since Middleton’s death in 1997, artists such...

Gotz dolls have a very manageable hair type for collectible dolls. The hair is rooted in the doll's head for durability and can endure a child's rough combing and brushing without excessive...

Juggling is a skill in which a person works to keep several objects moving in the air simultaneously. Children of all ages seem to be drawn to the art of juggling. Not only do children receive...

Making wooden toy cars for a young boy can be simple and require few tools. Almost any size of scrap lumber will suffice Once the car is made, you can use brightly colored, nontoxic paints to...

A Whoopee Cushion is a gag toy. A person sits on top of the cushion and it makes a sound like a raspberry. The idea is for the individual to activate the cushion unwittingly. Learn how to make...

OZARK kids had to entertain themselves how- ever they could; back in the early days. Many things were made from things that were on hand. One of these was the BUTTON & STRING WHIRLIGIG. Here's...

They have been around for centuries, figurines made to portray the characters of a story or a fairytale. What better way to hold on to the adventure, then making your own fabric story book doll!

Begin by either saving or buying rubber bands of all sizes, widths and colors. Starting one is simple, and making one is fun. Make Rubber band ball in any size, with the smaller ones being the...

So many adults are fans of Lego blocks, the phenomena merited an article in the Washington Post. If Legos were a favorite from your childhood, you don't need to give them up. Here's how to enjoy...

Legos are some of the most popular toys to the extent that there is even a Lego amusement park. Since so many websites nowadays require you to have an avatar when you sign in, why not have some...

American Girl dolls are popular right now but can be very hard to find. However, you don’t need to go from store to store to find one of these dolls: The Internet makes it easy.

Gundam models are a fast-growing hobby among anime fans and even fans of military models. Most everyone in the sci-fi fan community has heard of Gundam at some point; the wildly popular Japanese...

Hasbro introduced My Little Pony in the 80's and the toys have become very collectible with highly prized ponies selling for a pretty price. Here is how you can sell My Little Pony toys.

Many young boys and girls envision doing fun and exciting things such as flying, sailing and parachuting. While they may not be able to actually strap on a parachute, ride an airplane into the...

The child lock on a TV can be a wonderful thing. A parent sometimes cannot be present for the duration of a kids' show, so the child lock ensures they can't watch programs that are off limits. The...

While "Star Trek" might not have as many spaceships available to collectors as "Star Wars," it is possible to find them. Many are widely available online, if you know where to look. From the...

First off all, riding a rip stick is like riding a 21st century Skateboard.

Are you looking for an old Lego Star Wars toy that has been retired? If so you have come to the right place. Even after a Lego gets retired, you can still find and buy them as long as you know...

Fairies fascinate children and young girls. The idea of a mystical creature tiny enough to live in a flower or other small place is captivating. Some girls even build houses for fairies. In fact,...

Generations of children have enjoyed playing with Legos. They encourage imagination and creativity with their interchangeable blocks in a myriad of shapes and colors. Lego sets are packaged to...

Learn how to clean and maintain your electric airsoft gun or rifle.

Statistics indicates child obesity is a big problem in America. The Institute of Medicine 2004 Fact Sheet states that over 9 million children over the age of 6 are overweight and classified as...

Paper play coins are perfect to use to teach children about money and the different denominations of coins. They can make these with you and then play with them after they are made. Because they...

If you are a fan of Dalek's Space Monkeys, you are in luck. Space Monkeys are popping up everywhere. You can purchase Space Monkey action figures, hoodies, shower curtains and posters. Dalek,...

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...

Building things out of Lego blocks is fun, but it can also be time-consuming. If you want to build a Lego submarine, you don't need an official set of instructions: Just follow these steps to...

We visit them in zoos, watch them on television and collect them as stuffed animals. We make faces and sounds to mimic them and take photo after photo of them. It seems humans are fascinated with...

Anyone with a young child knows what a Webkinz is. Basically it’s the latest toy craze; much like the cabbage patch dolls and beanie babies of the recent past. Every kid big enough to say...

Miniature dolls are a delight for girls of all ages. A fun childhood toy can become a collector's item as time goes on. Thanks to those who treasure and collect these items, miniature dolls that...

Fisher Price Little People have been around for decades and have always been quite loved. While they are considered toys to the children that own them, there are many adults that collect both the...

Most of us can recall a simple time when we were young out on the playground. ONe of the best things out there for me was the giant spider web dome. I would spend hours weaving in and out of the...

The German company Gotz Puppenmanufaktur offers a wide range of art and play dolls including limited editions by top doll creators. Fans of Gotz like the dolls because of the artisan craftsmanship...

Legos can be fantastic toys for both young and old. You can build a whole town, or just individual toys. When building a Lego jeep, here are the things to keep in mind.

Tire swings have been a favorite backyard toy for generations. Once considered an ideal way to recycle, while providing hours of outdoor entertainment, the swings have undergone an evolution. For...

Bean bag chairs are comfortable to flop in to watch TV, read a book or sit around the fireplace on a cold winter's evening. While you can buy a perfectly good bean bag chair fairly inexpensively,...

Selling Hot Wheels cars is easy because there are so many Hot Wheels car collectors. The best and easiest way to sell Hot Wheels cars is utilizing the auction service of eBay. Of course, there's...

Building a Lego city is a great way to enjoy your entire Lego collection all at once. Children love it. It doesn't matter if your Lego sets are in different scales or from different time periods....

Kinetic desk toys are great accents for an office desk. They allow the busy worker to pause for a moment from the stress of paperwork and ponder the wonders of physics in a fun way. Here are some...

Furnishing a dollhouse requires time, money and great attention to detail for even the most advanced dollhouse collector. Many dollhouse collectors find enjoyment and cost savings by purchasing...

The key to maximum RC engine performance is a balance between fuel and air running. Both act as cooling agents so that the engine doesn't burn. 75 percent of cooling comes from oil mixed in the...

While there are many companies who make and sell wood playhouses, they can be expensive and deprive you of the fun of building one yourself for your kids or grandkids. Instead, consider building...

Cabbage Patch Kids were all the rage in 1983 and they have been popular with children ever since. The cute dolls claim to all be different, have their own birth certificate and come ready for your...