In a lineup of children’s toys that are mass produced, disposable, or made of plastic, a handmade wooden toy will stand out every time: they’re sturdy, timeless, and just plain fun. With twenty projects that are smartly designed and built to last, Classic Wooden Toys delivers the goods that can stand up to an energetic child and still look great when passed from one generation to the next. Whether you’re looking a rugged toy truck, delicate doll furniture, or a playful bookshelf and toy chest that will grow with your kids, Classic Wooden Toys is a reliable guide and helpful hand that walks you through the entire building process. Complete with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow photos and plans from the likes of Andy Rae, David Wakefield, and Chuck Hedlund, these projects are perfect for makers at all levels—from first time woodworkers to seasoned pros. In the end, the twenty projects in Classic Wooden Toys guarantees building satisfaction for every woodworker—and hours of imaginative play for the lucky kiddos who get to play with them.
From the Publisher
Imaginative Play
There are plenty of projects to choose from to encourage imaginative play: from the Playtime Easel to a Doll High Chair to the new Double-Duty Dollhouse.
Trucks & More
Full of different options for toy trucks, construction vehicles, and even a tugboat, construct an automotive assembly line to create a whole toy fleet.
Pull-Toy Pals
Learn how to incorporate simple mechanisms to make these fun pull toys come to life: from a Chomping Shark to a Waddling Walrus to a simple slap-happy Beaver.
Toy Storage
Construct double-duty storage with these toy chests and bookshelf projects which can easily turn into adult storage, double as bench seating, or display fun decor and knickknacks.
Publisher : Cedar Lane Press; 2nd edition (April 28, 2020)
Language : English
Paperback : 198 pages
ISBN-10 : 1950934004
ISBN-13 : 978-1950934003
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 11 inches
Chuck L. –
Five Stars
as advertised
Jessica Diandora –
Filled with good stuff
This book is packed with projects I really like. You never build everything in a project book but almost all of these are projects I actually want to build–sadly I don’t have the time to build all of them.
Kevin –
Great toys to build
This book was very handy for most things but is brief on the explanations. If you’re a woodworker then this might be easier to understand. However, I’m not a woodworker, I’m a machinist, that likes to make different projects out of wood or metal for the family. The best part I liked is the material cut list, which helped me a great deal, along with all the pictures and made the toys from there (not how the author stated). I’d recommend this book to anyone that likes to make things and spend time in your garage.
gerard –
Easy to follow along toys for kids.
Rockin Robin –
Good patterns with accurate guide. Would have been nice to have been a bit more unique with chosen âtoysâ. A bogie on wheels ainât unique.