Toymaking category: 321 books

A fascinating, detailed and well illustrated collection of 106 toy games and toy making instructions from Victorian times. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, high-quality, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of toys.

Travel to Never-Never Land with this "crafty" retelling of the adventures of the boy who wouldn't grow up. The book features a brief version of J. M. Barrie's classic tale, Peter Pan, punctuated with more than a dozen well-illustrated patterns for the beloved characters, plus a variety of...

Two revered doll makers - Elinor Peace Bailey and Noreen Crone-Findlay - come together for the first time in this unique re-telling of Jack and the Beanstalk. Crafters and doll enthusiasts will marvel at the two different inspiring creations and presentations of this age-old story. Features...

Dragonolia is a storybook with a difference. Discover 14 charming tales, where each one is intertwined with an exciting craft project enabling the reader to relive the amazing adventures of Sir Richard Barons, the famous 19th century dragon hunter. Learn how to make an antique-looking Box Frame while...

A cute little alligator for children or babies to play with. Easy to crochet with one embroidery stitch (French knot) for the teeth.

Estos polluelos de pato son muy graciosos y muy fáciles de hacer. No se necesita más que un poco de lana y menos de dos horas para cada uno de ellos. El tamaño de los polluelos depende del grosor del ganchillo y del hilo utilizados, así como de la cantidad de relleno que se utilice. Con un ganchillo...

An adorable kangaroo with a pouch that is easy and fun to crochet. This kangaroo would make a great toy for children. Or fill the pouch with a small gift and give it to someone for a special occasion. The kangaroo is approximately 14 inches from nose to tail. Make several kangaroos in different vibrant colors or use a "natural" (brown) color.

This delightful little book contains a concise yet comprehensive guide to making wooden toys at home. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions and a plethora of helpful illustrations and diagrams, this text is ideal for those with an interest in toy-making but who have little in the way of...

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...

Buzzing around the hive is this cute crocheted Bumble Bee. Easy to crochet, make several for children as toys or as decorations around plants to spruce up the home.

An easy to crochet monkey for children. This monkey is about 15 inches tall and would make a nice cuddly gift for kids.

Crochet a Butterfly, and its larval form, a Caterpillar. Easy to crochet and quick to do, be sure to make several of each in different brilliant colors. The Butterfly is about 5 inches in length and the Caterpillar can be as long or short as one wishes, depending on how many sections are added.

A cute rabbit toy for children and babies. Easy to crochet, this rabbit toy is about 15 inches in length. A nice gift or decoration for the Easter holiday.

You’ll have a tail-wagging good time making these crochet canines! Crochet a pack of pups in ten different breeds, including a dalmatian, standard poodle, husky, corgi, chihuahua, Boston terrier, pug, dachshund, schnauzer, and a Labrador puppy! This 80-page instruction book contains photos and illustrations to guide you in making all ten projects.