Toy Designs

The Sky is the Limit

You will find an assortment of downloadable toy patterns online. There are also numerous superb books available with detailed instructions and plans for wooden toys. Or use your imagination!

As an example, try this link: https://woodworkersworkshop.com/wooden_toys.php). In general, a simple design that can be readily shaped and sanded is best to minimize the time required to make multiple toys.

Our interrupted meeting schedule has gotten in the way of St. James Woodworkers providing toy plans and wheels, however there are readily available online sources, such as Casey Wood (https://www.caseywood.com,  800-452-2739) or American Woodcraft Supply (https://www.americanwoodcrafterssupply.com/) for supplies.

 

The Need . . . Toddlers to Teens!

Toys for Tots tells us toys are needed for all age groups, but toddlers (1-1/2 to 2-1/2 years old) and teenagers are most in need. Whatever you choose to make will be much appreciated both by the organization and the recipient. So have fun!

 

Suggestions . . .

“Animated Toys

Mixed-up Cement Mixer
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q_FZG_poAUk_hHs1KKEd6c9SpY6X7epJ/view?usp=sharing

Tipsy Tug and its Barge
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GWSTuyU_gR0EQgyV0rbxY9x3qZ9IYfiE/view?usp=sharing

Bouncing Bus
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ob76CR1HV1I57V7_iz4M7jC6RJxPs-T7/view?usp=sharing


Simple Toys for Toddlers

Here are some suggested simple toys for toddlers. These are simple-to-build designs that are proven (special thanks to Michigan Woodworkers Guild!). But please do not feel limited to these ideas.

 

Truck Plans

Coupe Plans

GT Plans

Helicopter Plans

Race Car Plans

Runabout Plans

 

Airplane Plans

Sports Car Plans

Tugboat Plans

VW Plans

Whale Pull Toy Plans

 


Toy Samples . . . great painting!

Thanks to Bruce Williams for obtaining the following patterns and photos of the finished items.

assorted-toy-patterns_finished-items

And here are the patterns . . .

ToyMaker Patterns 1 – 49

ToyMaker Patterns 50 – 112


World-Class Lorry Truck

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PDF (click to view plans and photos)