Ever consider building easy homemade toys for the holidays? You probably already have the odds and ends necessary to make these three classic playthings. The cab of our hand-cranked crane is formed by ...

We’re especially sweet on the smooth, chunky curves of this adorable owl puzzle ($35); an elephant seesaw toy that lets kids learn about balance ($18); and several nifty building toys. Is it a barn, a ...

Homemade toys can become cherished family heirlooms as future generations enjoy your simple endeavors. Making Heirloom Toys (The Taunton Press, 1996) offers 22 simple projects that are sure to please ...

MOORHEAD – Cedar Jameson puffs out his chest in a regal manner while he wears a felt crown. The 4-year-old is, after all, the king. His older brother, Thorin, plays the knight in a shimmery silver ...