Odin's Toy Factory

  Looking for a distinctive gift that combines craftsmanship, charm, and versatility? The Koala Family Wood Puzzle is a beautifully handcrafted piece designed to captivate and inspire. This blog post introduces this unique wooden puzzle, perfect for display or imaginative play, and highlights why it deserves a spot in your home or as a thoughtful gift. A Charming Koala Family Design The Koala Family Wood Puzzle features a heartwarming depiction of a mother koala and her joeys. Each piece is meticulously crafted by hand in my toymaker’s workshop in Tallahassee, Florida, using traditional woodworking tools and techniques. The puzzle’s freestanding design makes it ideal for showcasing on a shelf, windowsill, or any door frame measuring 3/4-inch or wider. Beyond its display potential, each puzzle piece doubles as a delightful pretend toy, sparking creativity for children and adults alike. With approximate dimensions of 6 inches in length, 5 inches in height, and 3/4-inch thickness, thi...

  Discover the charm of a handcrafted wooden airplane toy meticulously created in my shop in Tallahassee, Florida. This unfinished and unpainted wooden airplane offers a perfect canvas for creativity, making it an ideal craft project for individuals seeking a personalized gift or a fun activity. With its natural wood construction and unique variations, this toy stands out as a one-of-a-kind piece that sparks imagination and self-expression.   Why Choose This Handcrafted Wooden Airplane? This wooden airplane toy is crafted using traditional woodworking tools and techniques. It measures approximately 4 inches in length, 3 inches in width, and 1.5 inches in height and is compact and suitable for display or play. The unfinished surface allows for customization with favorite colors or patterns, offering endless creative possibilities. Whether for a child’s craft project or an adult’s artistic endeavor, this toy encourages hands-on engagement.   Each airplane is made from nat...

  Wood Toy Kitten/Cat Cutout. Handmade, Stackable, Unfinished, Unpainted, and Ready to Paint. From the Itty Bitty Animal Collection Buy Now My Itty Bitty Animal Collection I crafted this wooden toy cat from unfinished wood in my toymaker’s shop. After sanding it smooth, the result is a charming kitten that stands freely and makes an excellent stacking toy, especially when paired with others from my Itty Bitty Animal Collection. My grandkids enjoy stacking these small animal cutouts and find creative ways to play with them, often choosing them over other toys I’ve made. It’s rewarding to see how much joy they bring to children, spanning generations of play. Since I started making these toys in 1985, many of them are still in use today and likely will be loved by great-grandchildren in the future. If you’re looking for a specific type of wood or size, feel free to contact me to discuss a custom order. Let's create a lasting toy that can be enjoyed by kids for years to come.