Simple Wooden Toys: 20 Fun Projects to Make

By Iain Russell

Simple Wooden Toys presents 20 simple and fun toy-making projects for beginners.

Handcrafted toys don't just entertain; they become treasured keepsakes, handed down through generations. While entertaining us today, these handcrafted toys become part of the family's lore and history, making them even more meaningful in today's fast-moving, throwaway culture.

With expert guidance from toy-maker Iain Russell, this handy manual shows just how easy it is to make charming, sustainable hand-crafted toys. There are 20 projects to choose from, each with clear, step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow, and provide templates where required. In addition, an in-depth chapter offers advice on tools, materials and techniques, discuss wood choices and finishes, plus safety points to keep in mind while making the toys.

These captivating toys are not only fun for you to make but will delight young children and promote imaginative play.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1784947253
• ISBN13: 9781784947255
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: GMC Publications
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.3" x 10.7"