DIY Toys & DIY Games for kids
This craft category is a huge collection of fun DIY toys for kids! Homemade toys and free printables for kids of all ages ( DIY toys for boys, DIY toys for girls, DIY baby toys - handmade toys for babies, DIY toys for toddlers), indoor and outdoor activities (DIY water toys,yard games, DIY board games,sport activities), gift ideas (gifts for toddlers, gifts for girls, gifts for boys), free toy patterns & toy plans (DIY soft toys, easy stuffed animals to sew, free crochet toy patterns , amigurumi patterns, homemade wooden toys), toys from different materials ( simple paper toys for kids, felt toys), learn and play ideas / educational toys (homemade sensory toys, Montessori activities), free printables ( free printable board games, free printable activity sheets ...) ... and a lot more!
One of the first things we learned how to make was a no-sew fabric doll. This was exciting to us because we got to make ourselves a new toy that we could keep playing with afterward! So learning how to make a charming and traditional fabric doll could be a lot of fun. This little doll by Krokotak is just perfect for kids of all ages. Plus it's super easy to make ( no sewing required! ). Instead of relying on a pattern, this doll comes together with a few measured out pieces and a bit of simple shaping with a rubber band. Try different patterns and make different types of dolls!
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If you’re looking for an amazing game for the backyard or lawn, this super fun (and easy to make) giant garden Jenga is a perfect craft project for you! You don't need special woodworking skills or tools to create this fun giant yard Jenga game just a (hand) saw and sandpaper. Not only is this brilliant giant garden party game an affordable foray into the world of power tools, but it's the same simple cut over and over. Beginner woodworkers, you'll love it. You may end up making more than one set of giant garden Jenga game because you will got so many requests from friends who want their own. Giant Jenga for everyone! If you're feeling artistic, you can paint the ends of your pieces or apply some stain.
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Get ready for the summer with this fun indoor fishing game by Tara Dennis.This simple DIY fishing game is easy to make and the kids will love it! This little fishing game is perfect for a rainy day, letter / alphabet activity or working on hand-eye coordination Get the kids involved, use Tara Dennis' free template and get creative decorating your fish ( or use the printable fish ) . Have fun fishing!
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There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted reindeer for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Olga Shkarlatyuk's great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern and create this lovely amigurumi reindeer as a lovely Christmas present for your "deer" friends! This amigurumi reindeer makes such a sweet little gift!
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Do you know crochet and want to expand your knowledge a little bit? Try this super-easy crochet technique : the amigurumi ! With amigurumi , you will be able to crochet lovely, huggable crochet toys such as this super cute amigurumi bunny by @toys_by_ketti at Amigurumi Space ! But be aware: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( once you start making these lovely toys you won't be able to stop ) ! This lovely amigurumi bunny can be a great amigurumi project to begin with, because the outcome is so lovely. So get the free amigurumi pattern at Amigurumi Space and let's get crocheting :
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Projects like these make us love the art of crochet and amigurumi so much! Just look at this cute turtle ! Who can resist this cute little turtle face? By following along Lyudmila Orlova's free amigurumi pattern you can create this super cute crochet turtle in no time! But before you start learning the basics of amigurumi we must warn you: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( once you start creating lovely amigurumi toys , you won't be able to stop making them! ) So, don't hesitate: create a lovely little amigurumi turtle for your friends or family members now!
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Do you love fun woodworking projects and unique,fun family games? Try this brilliant , easy and quick woodworking project: the oversized Christmas tic-tac-toe game! This handmade tic-tac-toe game can be a perfect present for any special occasion / holidays, such as Christmas or Birthdays! You can make the oversized wooden tic tac toe game with any fun (holiday) motifs, if you don't like the traditional O's and X's just like this Christmas version. This fun DIY family game can be a perfect addition to the kids room or you can use them in the garden as well! Fun family games are always the best craft projects especially when it involves wood!
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Besides being totally adorable, this crochet round pig pattern by Plush Toys Poly at Amigurumi Space is completely free so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. This adorable amigurumi round pig is ready for cuddles from your favorite kiddo. If you're stitching the round pig as a toy for a young child, swap the safety eyes for crocheted or embroidered eyes instead. You can easily customize this amigurumi round pig design to be any color you'd like. Crochet a little round pig as a toy or as a cute little display on the shelf. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you. Grab some yarn and start stitching!
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Playing with super cute plushies are so comforting and fun! The perfect excuse to play with lovely plush toys ( regardless of your age ) is to crochet one! For example, crochet this lovely little pig by as a handmade gift for your friends and family members! This lovely amigurumi pig will sure to bring a smile to any face! So follow along Tatyana Kostochenkova's free crochet pattern and create one! You can make this lovely huggable amigurumi pig from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it. Get the free pattern at amigurum.com now:
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Playing with super cute soft toys are so comforting and fun! The perfect reason to play with lovely toys ( regardless of your age ) is to crochet one for yourself! ( Or to crochet one as a lovely handmade gift for your kids. ) This time create this lovely amigurumi tea set from a skein of yarn by following AmourFou's free crochet pattern. You can make this lovely amigurumi tea set from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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We are super excited to share Kids Craft Room's snake craft with you! This mix ‘N match articulated snake craft is such fun for you to make and kids will love to play with it! ( And as a bonus: your kids can use the snakes to learn math and colors , or even shapes! ) Your kids will enjoy mixing and matching the brightly colored segments to make a unique snake every time they play. You can add different shape/color or math logic to the body parts ( imagine it as a fun domino ) ! With each snake section being cleverly interchangeable kids can have lots of fun swapping the colors to make new snake designs and they’ll be developing their fine motor skills and hand eye co-ordination too.
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Aren’t these mini crochet Easter baskets cute ? Here’s a super fun, quick and easy crochet project for this Easter to make for the little ones. This mini Easter basket can fit about 6 mini chocolate eggs or 1 plastic egg ( fill it with jelly beans or more chocolates! ) . One basket is a breeze to make – it takes about 15-20 minutes to make, more or less depending on your speed and skill level. You could whip up a few baskets and they will make great gifts to surprise the little ones if you’re having a gathering of family and friends this Easter.
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Let us present you this super adorable little amigurumi reindeer: Rudolph! This free amigurumi reindeer pattern is really simple, and it’s definitely possible to whip out one or two of these in an evening. They make great Christmas decorations, or you could even attach a loop to the top of the hat and hang it in your Christmas tree OR this year make a little Rudolph amigurumi reindeer as a lovely gift for the kids! We really love this cute little fella, the pattern is really easy and you will have a bunch of adorable amigurumi Rudolph' ready in no time!
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Today The Left-Handed Crocheter shares an another fun Easter crochet project with you! Since Easter is just around the corner we wanted to share something that can be a great Easter gift for your kids or grandkids ,so here's an easy Easter basket crochet pattern! This adorable little crochet chick Easter basket is a really quick and easy amigurumi project and a fun way to store and give Easter eggs! So grab a skein of yellow yarn and crochet this lovely Easter chick basket for the kids!
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How wonderful is this fabric gingerbread dog Christmas tree ornament? With this nice step-by-step soft toy making tutorial you can learn how to make this super cute fabric gingerbread dog Christmas ornament painted/stained with coffee! ( Yes, your read it right, with coffee!) To make these cute little fabric gingerbread dog Christmas ornament you will need: a white cotton fabric, polyester filling, coffee, acrylic paints (or white markers), brushes, and a pencil. In this nice craft tutorial you will find a free sewing pattern of this cute fabric gingerbread dog Christmas ornament as well.
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How wonderful is to receive adorable handmade Valentine's gifts? And of course they are much better if you can give them especially if you create it with your own hands for your friends and relatives. With this brilliant step-by-step russian master class soft toy making tutorial you can learn how to make these super cute kawaiii little Valentine's teddy bears painted/stained with coffee! (Yes, your read it right, with coffee!) To make these cute little Valentine's teddy bear softies you will need: a white fabric, colored fabric of your choice,polyester filling, coffee, cinnamon, vanilla, PVA glue, acrylic paints, brushes, and a pencil. In this nice craft site you will find the free teddy bear sewing pattern as well!
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Do you know how to crochet and want to expand your knowledge a little bit? Learn the Japanese art of crocheting lovely stuffed animals and creatures: amigurumi ! With amigurumi , you will be able to crochet lovely, huggable crochet toys such as this super cute amigurumi dog by Nasty Schastlivaya at Amiguroom Toys ! But be aware: amigurumi is very addictive ( once you start crocheting these lovely toys you won't be able to stop ) ! This lovely amigurumi dog is such a great amigurumi project, perfect as a lovely homemade decor piece or as a heartwarming gift for a special occasion. So get the free amigurumi pattern at Amiguroom Toys now, and start crocheting :
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There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted toadstool gnome house and this super adorable, tiny cork gnome family by Annaboo's House for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Sarah's great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi patterns and create this lovely amigurumi gnome family toy set in no time! If you want to make your favorite munchkin a super fun handmade toy this amigurumi toadstool gnome house and the little cork gnomes makes a sweet little gift.
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These amigurumi bees are so incredibly adorable! They are such a quick and fun crochet project, perfect for beginners! In addition to being pencil toppers, they would also be adorable keychains! We hope you’ll try making some amigurumi bees for yourself - it will be a fun crochet project, particularly for the spring! If you’ve always wanted to try crocheting amigurumi, this is a fun project! There are no limbs you need to attach, and the increases and decreases are very basic with no complex shaping! Each amigurumi bee took only 20-30 mins to make. Follow this nice detailed free amigurumi pattern and tutorial and create a few super cute kawaii amigurumi bee!
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In this free crochet tutorial , you can learn how to crochet this adorable pig doll in amigurumi ! This sweet amigurumi pig is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi cutie is a wonderful soft toy for kids. This amigurumi pig doll is also perfect as a gift for a newborn if you crochet it from cotton yarn and hand embroider it's eyes. At Amiguroom you will find the free amigurumi pattern of this super cute pig doll, accompanied with a nice detailed assembling tutorial. This amigurumi pattern is a beginner / intermediate one, so if you are a beginner in amigurumis this pig doll is an absolutely perfect toy to begin with! Pattern designer: Anastasia Vorontsova
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Board game fans, today The Q will shows you how to make a marble labyrinth game easily from cardboard ! This cardboard box marble labyrinth game is extremely fun to play and also super fun to make! You can change the level in your marble labyrinth board game and play again and again. ( Or you can create your own cardboard box labyrinth designs from super easy to extremely hard difficulties ) This frugal and easy to make board game will be your kids ( and your ) favorite game we guarantee it! Watch this nice step-by-step video tutorial and learn how to make your own marble maze with a few sheets of cardboard !
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The best things in life are free - like this lovely amigurumi mouse pattern by Ekaterina Shokhina at AmiguroomToys ! Like most of the people, you are likely to ask what exactly amigurumi is until you see the beautiful patterns and you instantly fall in love with it. Amigurumi is a Japanese crocheting technique of creating fun and beautiful stuffed animals using yarns , just like this lovely little mouse. So grab a few skeins of yarn , make this lovely amigurumi mouse today and create a darling new stuffed animal for your loved ones:
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Know a Baymax lover? We've got the perfect gift for him/her: a lovely crochet Baymax ! Whether you're gifting this amigurumi Baymax as a toy, or as a home decor, this free amigurumi pattern will thrill Bi g Hero 6 fanatics. This cute crochet ( amigurumi ) Baymax can be a perfect handmade gift or handmade toy for your kids / grandkids, because this super adorable amigurumi Baymax is a perfect soft toy for both boys and girls! At Paint It Colorful's great amigurumi blog you will find this wonderful free amigurumi Baymax pattern which will help you to create this adorable crocheted toy with lots of interesting details, personality and cuteness! ( With a little modification in the yarn and hook size you can easily alternate your robot's size )
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Are you looking for free amigurumi patterns ? Do you love cat ? Crochet this cute little amigurumi cat : Murzik ! Ida Handmade designed this lovely amigurumi cat. Besides it's super adorable, this amigurumi pattern is completely free ! One of the nice things about amigurumi is that the exact size is rarely important, so you don’t need to worry about matching the designer’s gauge. Provided your stitches are compact enough that they won’t gape open to leaving large holes between them when you add the stuffing, you have the freedom to experiment with different yarns and hooks to give you a different-sized result. So grab your hooks and create this adorable amigurumi cat now!
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This pom pom and pipe cleaner finger puppet craft by Happy Hooligans will be that Easter craft idea you will pull out every year! Why? Because they’re quick, they’re simple, and just look at those little faces! Aren’t they too cute for words? Those eyes! In this nice step-by-step kids craft tutorial Jackie will show you how to make these super adorable Easter bunny and chick finger puppets in no time, with just a few colorful and simple material. You can make a small puppet theater from a cardboard box for a more fun playing experience.
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This ultra cute miniature teddy bear is a perfect gift for any ocassion! With the help of this nice, photo documented teddy bear making tutorial and the free teddy bear sewing pattern you can create one easily! Of course you can sew bigger softie bears also with this method for tke kids. You can create a whole teddy bear family (with different clothes and accessories) and put them in a wooden dollhouse!
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Have fun making and playing with these lovely crochet finger puppet birds that you can create using Miss Neriss' free crochet pattern. Finger puppets are great tools for teaching kids rhymes and counting. This free crochet finger puppet bird pattern is super fun and makes a great holiday or special occasion gift for those special little ones in your life. Grab your leftover yarns and start stitching :
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If the sock monster already ate your half pair socks it's a great craft idea for you to re purpose the other ones: the sock reindeer This super cute sock Rudolph the reindeer soft toy can stand firmly on a flat surface by itself OR you can use him as a cute Christmas tree ornament ! This cute sock reindeer is a great gift to sew, be it as softie toy, hanging ornament, or merely for display. Watch this nice step-by-step video tutorial and learn how to make this cute sock reindeer in no time with hand sewing !
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Crochet your very own adorable cuddly amigurumi Siamese cat toy by following along Darya Neustroeva's nice free amigurumi pattern at AmiguroomToys ! This super adorable amigurumi Siamese cat is such a cute friend for toddlers as well as a beautiful handmade gift for grownups. If you'd like to make this adorable crochet / amigurumi Siamese cat bigger ( for an absolutely giant Siamese cat ) simply use a thicker, heavier weight yarn. You can also make this lovely huggable amigurumi Siamese cat from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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We are a big fans of kawaii characters in general and Hello Kitty comes on top as one of our favorites. With Anitha's free crochet pattern the making of this super cute miniature amigurumi hello kitty will be easy-peasy! This cute miniature amigurumi Hello Kitty keychain can be great little gift for family and friends! This is a very easy and quick crochet project that can be done in an afternoon. Anitha's free Hello Kitty pattern will be your guide thorough the process:
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