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If you’re searching for a special gift that will inspire creativity, learning, and joy, look no further than a handcrafted wooden dinosaur tray puzzle. Made with care in my Tallahassee, Florida, toymaker’s shop, these puzzles offer more than just entertainment; they provide an engaging, educational experience for children and families.

Why Choose a Wooden Dinosaur Puzzle?

Wooden puzzles have stood the test of time for a reason. They are durable, eco-friendly, and offer a tactile experience that plastic toys can’t match. Each dinosaur puzzle I create is crafted from natural wood, ensuring every piece is unique, thanks to the beautiful variations in grain and color.

Perfect for Young Dinosaur Enthusiasts

The dinosaur tray puzzle is designed for young explorers. It helps develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and problem-solving abilities while sparking curiosity about prehistoric creatures. Its vibrant colors and chunky pieces are perfect for little hands, making it an excellent addition to any playroom, nursery, or classroom.

Personalize Your Puzzle

Looking for something truly special? I offer custom options for colors, sizes, and quantities. Whether you want a puzzle featuring your child’s favorite colors or need several for a classroom or party, I’m happy to bring your vision to life. Every puzzle is made-to-order, ensuring it’s just right for your needs.

A Thoughtful Gift for Any Occasion

These puzzles make memorable gifts for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a thoughtful surprise. They’re also ideal for Montessori-inspired learning, sensory play, and nursery decor. Plus, since each piece is handcrafted, you’re giving a one-of-a-kind treasure that can be cherished for years.

Handmade with Heart

Every item I create is made by hand in Tallahassee, Florida, using quality natural wood. Slight variations in wood grain, color, and thickness are part of what makes each puzzle special. These are not defects, but signs of genuine craft and individuality.

Ready to Discover More?

Explore my full range of puzzles and dinosaur toys in my shop, and feel free to reach out for custom orders or questions. I’m passionate about creating toys that delight, educate, and last a lifetime. Let’s craft something magical together!

 

Wooden Toddlers Puzzle Black Kitten - A Simple Two Piece Tray Puzzle Handmade and Painted From My Puzzle Pals Collection - 645535259

 

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This adorable wooden puzzle features a playful black kitten crafted from select-grade hardwood. Each piece is hand-painted with colorful acrylic paint and finished with a coat of shellac for durability.

 

Approximate Size:
Height: 3.5 inches
Width: 3.5 inches
Thickness: 0.75 inch

 

I take pride in creating high-quality and engaging toys for little ones, and this cat puzzle is no exception. Its four-piece tray design makes it easy to assemble and store, and the pieces are painted on only one side to assist with matching. Perfect for little ones just starting to explore the world of puzzles, this cat puzzle can also be used as a freestanding stacking toy, providing fun and developmental benefits.

 

At my workshop in Tallahassee, Florida, USA, I carefully assemble and test each toy to ensure the highest quality. It's important to note that all my items are handmade using natural wood and wood products, so each piece is unique and may vary in appearance from one item to the next. The natural variations in wood grain, color, and knots make each piece one-of-a-kind and add to the item's character and charm.

 

The item you receive may differ slightly from the item pictured in the listing photos. If you have any concerns about the variations or would like to request a specific look or size, please don't hesitate to contact me before placing your order, and I will do my best to accommodate your request.

 

So, if you're looking for a beautifully crafted and engaging puzzle toy for your little one or as a thoughtful gift, check out the Wooden Toddlers Puzzle Black Kitten and the other delightful puzzles in my Puzzle Pals Collection. I hope these toys bring as much joy to your little ones.

 

 

Wooden Butterfly Puzzle Handmade And Painted Bright Red and Yellow With Orange Spots One of Four Puzzles In My Puzzle Pals Collection -

This butterfly tray puzzle is freestanding and can be used as a stacking toy.

 

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This puzzle is handmade from select-grade hardwood and hand-painted with colorful acrylic paint and clear shellac. It features a butterfly design that will catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The puzzle tray is finished with clear shellac.

The puzzle is a three-piece tray puzzle; the butterfly is divided into three pieces that fit perfectly in the tray. It's a great puzzle for kids and can be a freestanding stacking toy.

This puzzle is handmade using traditional woodworking tools and techniques. Each puzzle is unique and may vary in appearance from one item to the next. The natural variations in wood grain, color, and knots add to the item's character and charm, making it a unique piece.

The wooden butterfly puzzle is approximately 3.5 inches in height, 3.5 inches in width, and 0.75 inches in thickness. It's handmade in Tallahassee, Florida, USA, and is one of four puzzles in my Puzzle Pals Collection, including kitten, bunny, and rooster.

Custom orders are welcome. Please contact me to discuss any specific requests or concerns you may have.

 

 

New Etsy Listing - Handmade Toddler Puzzle, Rooster, Chicken, Very Easy Assembly

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

Intended as a simple puzzle for kids and toddlers three years and older just getting into puzzles. The Cat has only four parts. It is more difficult than the White Rabbit sold separately but still quite simple. It is also a freestanding stacking toy. It is a bit tricky to do but, My four-year-old grandson can do it.

These puzzles have been thoroughly grandson tested for playing fun and durability.

 Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

Tray puzzles are much easier to assemble and store than your typical wooden puzzle. I think they are much more comfortable for children. The pieces are painted only on one side to make it easier for kids to put together.

The edges and backs of the pieces are unfinished.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

Every part of the puzzle is non-toxic. I made the tray and puzzle parts from premium grade pine, not construction lumber. The bottom of the puzzle tray is hardboard. The tray is hand finished with three or more coats of amber shellac carefully sanding between coats. I painted the puzzle parts with non-toxic acrylic craft paint.

Not intended for use by children under three or children who like to chew on things.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

Height 3.5 inches
Width 3.5 inches
Thickness 0.75 inch

These puzzles are handmade from real wood. Each piece, even from the same board, is different. The puzzle you receive may not look the same as the one in the listing photos.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

I sell these individually instead of in sets so you can pick and choose only the ones you want. Shipping per item gets lower as you buy more of them. There are four puzzles in the set.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

I combine shipping for multiple items and strive to give my customers the lowest rates possible. The more you buy, the lower the cost per item. For example, you could buy eight to four puzzles or other similar size items from my store and your shipping cost would be the same as one. I refund excess shipping. If Etsy charges you $8 to ship and it costs me $6, you get a $2 refund.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

Custom orders are welcome. I can make these from Pine, Oak, Poplar, Plywood MDF and other materials. I can make sizes up to 8x10 inches in thickness from 1/4 to 3/4-inch. Please contact me for custom order pricing.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle For Toddlers - Rooster - Chicken

If you don't see a puzzle, you like or want something different. I can probably make it for you.

Simple Puzzles for Toddlers - Part 4

When making one puzzle, keeping track of the pieces is not a problem. However, when making a batch of them, you must keep track of every part and which tray it fits.

 Why? Because when you are cutting puzzles on a scroll saw, no two puzzles are precisely the same. If you don't keep the puzzle pieces together, somehow, there is a high risk that they will not fit together.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzles Cut and Numbered To Keep The Pieces Together

The only way I know to keep track of them is to either bag them or mark all pieces. I don't particularly appreciate dealing with the bags, so I number the sections. If you look closely at the photo, you will see that every puzzle piece and the tray is numbered. They also have numbers on the back. If I were to dump them all into a bucket and shake them up, I could still put them back in the right place.

 See the completed puzzles at the links below:
Toddlers Puzzle, Rooster, Chicken
Toddlers Puzzle, Butterfly, Very Easy Assembly
Toddlers Puzzle, Bunny Rabbit
Toddlers Cat Puzzle

Simple Puzzles for Toddlers - Part 5

I don't use spring clamps very much. They are not adjustable and always seem to clamp too hard or too little. Plastic spring clamps will slip easily out of place. I have tried to develop some way to make the jaws less slippery, but I have been unsuccessful so far.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle Ready To Glue Up Butterfly

For clamping the backs onto my handmade tray puzzles, the spring clamps are almost perfect. They have just the right amount of pressure and no slipping. One of the best things is that they don't take up much room. When you are making a lot of puzzles, you can easily stack them while the glue cures.

 Best of all they are cheap. These spring clamps cost about $1.00 each at Harbor Freight.

 See the completed puzzles at the links below:

Toddlers Puzzle, Rooster, Chicken
Toddlers Puzzle, Butterfly, Very Easy Assembly
Toddlers Puzzle, Bunny Rabbit
Toddlers Cat Puzzle

Simple Puzzles for Toddlers - Part 3

When making tray puzzles, I like to make the tray backs from tempered hardboard. It's flat cheap and sturdy enough to do the job. This is the last I have been able to find locally that is smooth on both sides so I may be looking for another material for my puzzle tray backs.

I always cut the backs for my puzzle trays a little larger than the puzzle and then later trim and them to size. This makes it much easier the glue up.

I cut this batch on my scroll saw. I didn't have a factory edge to run against the bandsaw or table saw fence and since they were oversized intentionally, there was not any reason to have a perfect edge.

Handmade Wooden Toy Puzzle Tray Backs Made From Tempered Hardboard

See the completed puzzles at the links below:

Toddlers Puzzle, Rooster, Chicken
Toddlers Puzzle, Butterfly, Very Easy Assembly
Toddlers Puzzle, Bunny Rabbit
Toddlers Cat Puzzle

Simple Puzzles for Toddlers - Part 2

I'm making these from a premium pine board purchased from Home Depot. This is not the construction grade lumber. It's what Home Depot call appearance boards. It's clear S4S with no knots. Not the cheap stuff. I'm using it because this is what I had on hand that was the right size. I cut the board into 3-1/2 inch squares for 21 puzzles. Enough five sets of four with one extra.

I put blue painters tape on each square. I do this to make removing the patterns easy. The blue tape will peel off without leaving any residue. I have tried gluing the patterns directly on to the wood, but it just makes a mess that I have to clean up with mineral spirits.

The patterns are applied to the tape after spraying the back with 3M 77 spray adhesive and rolled with a rubber roller.

Entrance holes for the scroll saw blade and the eyes are then drilled. I like to drill the entrance hole at a point where three or more lines come together to help hide the hole.

Handmade Wooden ToyPuzzle Ready for the Scroll Saw

Simple Puzzles For Toddlers - Part 1

When my grandson asked me to make these puzzles. I wasn't sure he would like them. He is able to assemble larger more complicated puzzles large puzzles with more parts. I was wrong he likes these puzzles a lot, but not as much as the dinosaur puzzles I made for him

Handmade Wooden Toy Butterfly Tray Puzzle For Toddlers

These are ideal for toddlers three years and older. These puzzles are much easier for small children to assemble than the typical stand-up puzzle you see everywhere. The trays make them easy to store, help the little ones and mom to carry them and keep track of the pieces.

Handmade Wooden Toy Rooster Tray Puzzle For Toddlers

They are not designed to stand alone, but if you are careful you can do it. My grandson does this.

Handmade Wooden Toy Black Cat Tray Puzzle For Toddlers

Handmade Wooden Toy White Rabbit/Bunny Tray Puzzle For Toddlers