Toys

Anyone can make toys that last a lifetime and inspire a child's imagination. All you need is wood. Making a toy gives a child a plaything you crafted with your own hands. Ever treasured...

Wooden swing sets can be a lot of fun for children, but it is important to make sure they are safe. If you have purchased an old swing set or are reusing a swing set that was purchased several...

While there are many choices in ready-made furniture for Barbie, in most cases these products are made of plastic. Consumers who prefer something more substantial often have a hard time finding...

Tech Deck skateboards are scale models of actual skateboards, and therefore a lot safer but still as fun as full-scale skateboarding. Kids can mimic the skateboarding moves in miniature on these...

If you or your child has a collection of hand puppets, you know that they make great decorations as well as fun toys. Puppets can be displayed on individual stands or over drinking glasses of the...

There are pros and cons of wooden playground equipment versus metal playground equipment versus plastic playground equipment. They all have their advantages and disadvantages. Knowing what to...

Wooden toys for children can be a personal gift or a fun, inclusive weekend project. They can be made in a variety of ways and with different types of wood. The projects can range from simple to...

Whether you are completing a countryside scene on your model railroad layout or making a 4-H agricultural display, toy barns are the centerpiece. They are a great way to help your child make the...

If your son is a Cub Scout then you are signed up to build a derby car. You get a block of wood, four nail and four plastic wheel... and off you go! I will endeavour to give you all the tips and...

Balsa wood is light, cheap and easy to manipulate. For these reasons, balsa wood is a perfect material for building small, workable model airplanes. While numerous commercial kits are available,...

You can easily make your own bow and arrow. All you need are some qualified sticks, a strong cord and a few tools. Gather your supplies from nature and the hardware store and you'll be ready for...

Whether they're used as toys, decorations, or both, a dollhouse is a delightful addition to any home. For the miniature enthusiast who takes pride in building, rather than buying, dollhouse...

Model airplanes are great fun for hobbyists as you can create gliders and propeller craft out of many different materials to suit your needs. Paper is commonly used in the least expensive of...

Marionettes are stringed puppets depicting humans, animals and fantasy creatures and have been used throughout the centuries as a theatrical, educational and religious storytelling tool. Here's a...

There are many toys that people can make for kids out of wood. Blocks are among the most popular of wooden toys that kids love. Make wooden block toys that are safe and fun. You can make a whole...

Young children love to play outdoors. They have all that excess energy to burn and the family yard is a wonderful and exciting place to explore. Toddlers enjoy the swing set immensely, but a...

If you collect action figures and you're the type who prefers the figures and playsets outside of their plastic packaging, why waste money on them when making some from scratch is fun and cost...

Some of the most popular rubber band launchers on the market are those that are made in the shape and style of pistols. If you are looking for a pistol-shaped rubber band launcher that is easy to...

Does your daughter love playing with dolls? Make her a doll house for her dolls!

Wooden toys are a child's delight. Playing with blocks provide hours of creativity, constructing fun building projects that mimic houses, buildings and stores. There are possibilities galore when...

Making a simple wooden snow sled for outdoor fun is not difficult and can be completed in a workshop in an afternoon. While a wooden sled can be made from lumber and plywood left over from...

Wood carving is a great pastime that many find extremely relaxing and rewarding. Not only does it give you time to work with your hands, but leaves you with a great finished product. Carving toys...

Action figure accessories and play sets can cost a quite a bit if you're into collecting. On the other hand, if you're more into actually playing with the figures and letting your imagination run...

Have some fun with a rubber-band-powered toy car. This car moves without electricity (batteries) and can help you teach children about momentum and energy. Plus, they'll learn about making their...

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'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.

The standard-size wrestling ring you see on TV (or in person) measures about 15-feet by 15-feet in area, which provides plenty of room for large men and svelte women to hurl each other around. If...

Wooden snakes are classic antique toys that can be make from almost any type of wood. The simple design of wooden craft snakes encourages children to expand their creativity away from battery...

Build a rubber band tabletop catapult as a science experiment, or scaled addition to a model display. Common household tools and small power tools are required to complete this project. Rubber...

A xylophone for kids can be made from glasses, bottles and metal cans. Wood, however, usually works best, as it is the safest for children and it creates a deeper and more resonant sound.

Any woodworking project requires planning, and the building of a toy box is no exception. A thoughtful designer can make the toy box unique and special to the child. A well-made toy box can carry...

Depending on your need for your project, lumber (wood) can be obtained from many sources. In my shed I have over 200 board feet of aromatic cedar for my grandchildren’s hope chests and treasure...

The Radio Flyer Company makes one of the best-known kid's wagons: the stake wagon. Stake wagons have a flat bed with shallow sides. Staked side boards, thrust into rectangular, flat band drawer...

Children enjoy engaging in pretend play as early as age 2. Wooden riding toys are one of many items that permit children to engage in pretend play, develop interests and act out knowledge they...

Girls aren't the only ones who play with dollhouses. Young boys love their action figures and need a place for them to live too. Many toy manufacturers are now disguising dollhouses as space...

If your kids have a lot of Legos and you need to find a way to keep them from taking over your space, you will love this simple plan to build a Lego table that can be completed all in a day's...

Tops are a classic toy that children of all ages, as well as adults, can enjoy. They can be taken anywhere and provide hours of amusement. Tops are also inexpensive to make and can be customized...

This is a really cool present for any child who likes toy cars and trucks. Not too hard to make, and you can modify the design any way you wish. The principles of construction will stay the same....

Build a tech deck grinding rail that you can customize. This version is built with drawer handles from the hardware store. Some of these handles, like the shaped handle described as Fusilli, look...

Look at pictures and cut out elements of swords you like to reference as you are designing your sword. Your finished design product should be a clay model of the sword at a smaller scale. The clay...

Lincoln Logs are considered a traditional American toy and have entertained children for generations. Different sets of Lincoln Logs are sold today that allow children to build a wide array of...

Parents often express concerns over toys and their safety. Many companies have recalled toys due to the dangers they pose, including the threat of lead poisoning. To ensure your child's toys won't...

Read on for easy instructions that will solve most of your toy management problems. Here I describe how to make a toy storage system. Toy sets are stored in squares of fabric. Children play...

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...

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...

Today's children are constantly exposed to video and online gaming, electronic toys and iPods, and as a result are gaining weight and losing there creativity and critical thinking skills....

Wooden swing sets are some of the best playground equipment you can put in your yard for your child to play with. The wooden swing sets are better because they are generally larger, and will last...

Small, metal swing sets are a thing of the past. Today's swing sets are bigger and better. The new phenomenon is to build wooden playgrounds that are the envy of the neighborhood. There are a...

Building a playhouse or a fort for your kids is a project that promises hours of playtime and opportunities to be creative. One of the final touches is the door. It sets the tone for the whole...