" ... Instructions for making a wide variety of toys, from simple knotted animals and playcloths, to a dollshouse, a play store, puppets, boats and trains, and many varieties of dolls"--Publisher description.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Provides detailed drawings and patterns, parts lists, construction photographs, and step-by-step instructions for making twenty-two wooden toys

This is a vintage guide to making an array of soft toys out of various materials. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful diagrams, this volume is ideal for people with little previous experiences and is not to be missed by those looking for exciting new craft ideas. Contents include: "Introductory", "Very Simple Toys", "Toys Made of Tubular Shapes", "Silhouette Toys", "Real Dolls", "Real Animals", "Mascots and Freak Toys", and "Boudoir or Sofa Dolls". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing "Soft Toy Making" now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of toys.

Featuring over 75 patterns for wooden toys with safe, natural finishes, this book makes it easy to get away from the plastic and mass-produced and give a child playthings that encourage creativity and imagination

The Norwegian fabric designer brings her Tilda brand and her talents to soft toys, gifts, and home accessories for children in this must-have collection. Tilda’s new book will show you how to make a wide range of beautiful soft toys and gifts for kids, plus amazing accessories for their bedrooms. Discover simple sewing patterns for adorably plump dolls with a range of outfits and accessories, cute jungle creatures like monkeys, and sea-themed creations—pirates, whales and fish—all reproduced at full-size to trace from the page. Exquisitely presented in her trademark style, this book will delight Tilda fans everywhere with its achievable patterns and charming styled photography. Contents: Me and My Doll Dolls Clothing & Accessories * Doll’s Doll * Handbag House * Patchwork Quilt * Heart Cushions * Sewing Kit House Life on the Ocean Waves Sweet Whales * Sardines * Pirate Doll * Sail and Flags Jungle Adventure Monkeys * Parrots * Patchwork Snake * Fruit Purses * Striped Quilt * Monkey Pillow The pattern downloads issue flagged in reviews has been resolved. For customers who continue to have issues. please visit the publisher's website to access the patterns: www.davidandcharles.com.

First published in 1950, this is a vintage guide to making classic stuffed toys by hand. With simple, step-by-step instructions and dozens of imaginative projects, this profusely-illustrated guide will appeal to anyone with an interest in hand making toys—no matter what their skill level. Contents include: "Consideration of the suitability of materials", "Progressive work", "Scales patterns", "Clothing", "Tools and Equipment: No special tools or equipment", "Materials for pattern-making. Materials: Suitability", "List of materials", "Materials for accessories", "Stuffing", "Kapok and other types of fillings. Accessories: Faces, hair, and squeakers”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on the history of toys.

Readers can make their own toys and games, like slime and a homemade harmonica, with these exciting projects. Step-by-step instructions and photos guide the projects, and Science Takeaway sidebars explain the science behind their creations.