Toys

This marble-run escapement releases one steel ball per cycle, the middle arm pivots up and down and on its way up it hits the ball which jumps out of the upper track. Perfect build for scrap wood and you can follow along with the build at the link.

This jacobs ladder toy might be the easiest project you stumble on today. Great gift for a child at Christmas or anytime. Follow along at the link to see how it is put together.

Have you ever considered building your own baby rattle? You should. These are cut out on the scroll saw but if you have a lathe and are into woodturning, there is another variation at the link for you to try.

Cute right!! Now you can build your own toy sink with running water for the kiddos to enjoy. Follow along at the link to see how to build it and the materials used.

No need to be without toys when you have scrap wood laying around. Build a fleet of wooden toy boats using the free instructions at the link.

This stacking ring toy could become an heirloom toy to be passed down. No lathe needed to build it. Free step-by-step instructions available at the link.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a toddlers push car toy made mostly of 1x12 boards and 1x4 boards. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a wooden toy bat racer. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a childs duck pull toy. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a childs push toy. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a scrollsawn toy piano. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This riding horse is great fun for children.

This wooden toy is great for children to pull along with a string.

At the link, follow along and we will show you an easy way to make a balance board using plywood for home workouts. A balance board is great for use with a variety of exercises you can incorporate into your workout routine.

With just few tools and some scrap wood you can make this push toy. This free plan is downloadable.

The smallest block should not be smaller than a 1x2 and even that is a choking hazard for under 3 years old. I think giving these to younger than 3 is just asking for trouble as blocks hurt when thrown or smashed down.

This simple sculpture flaunts itself by apparently defying natural laws. A series of blocks are stacked in such a way that the topmost one extends beyond its supports. Viewers are convinced that the blocks are attached to each other, but closer inspection indicates that they are wholly independent The sculpture relies on some basic physical principles. Read on for a thorough description and several ideas.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a Toy Merry-Go-Round made from wood. Just turn the base to wind it up and watch the merry go round spin. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

If this little pony and cart are to be played with in the house you can make it the size marked in Fig. 102 but if it is to be used out-of-doors then you should make it twice the size.

This could be fun to make for a child.

Build this fun pig pull toy using this free tutorial. They have named him Pulled Pork!!!

Based on an old family heirloom, this top makes a great gift for young and old alike. Send it spinning with a tug on the string.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple wooden catapult toy. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for toy wood rabbit that child can pull with string. It hops as it is pulled along. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This Noahs Ark is a contemporary version of the old Sunday toy. True to tradition, the ark holds all the animals and people shown.

This is a fun and educational toy for small chilldren. Build it using these free downloadable plans.

Here is a really fun puzzle. Amaze your friends by hooking the rubber band in the bottom.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a wooden tumbling toy on a ladder. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Use the free templates and step-by-step instructions to build this flower stacking toy. Painting them bright colors will also make them more fun for children to play with.

Children will enjoy pulling this toy around.