Wood Toy Poodle Puppy Dog Cutout. Handmade, Stackable, Unfinished, Unpainted, and Ready to Paint. From the Itty Bitty Animal Collection 1355899999

 

My Itty Bitty Animal Collection

 
I created this wood toy poodle dog cutout from unfinished wood in my toymaker's shop and sanded it smooth. The puppy is freestanding and makes a great stacking with toys from my Itty Bitty Animal Collection.
 
These aren't just toys but generational pieces that can last many years. The first ones I made over forty years ago are still in use, and a second generation of children now enjoys them. Small kids love playing with them.

The puppy measures approximately 2.5 inches, and additional sizes can be custom ordered. It's a versatile piece that can be painted, stained, or left unfinished, depending on your preferences.

20240317-182546 Toymakers Shop Mini Gnomes

 

My Shop

I made a batch of male and female mini gnomes, using poplar wood offcuts as part of an experiment to utilize leftover wood in my waste bin. Normally, these offcuts would be burned as kindling for backyard fires. Most gnome parts were cut from 3/4-inch stock and then resawn on a band saw.

In the background, you can also see a T-rex dinosaur that I made from oak flooring cut-offs given to me by a friend. Several animals from my Itty Bitty Animal Collection, including giraffes and a rooster, are also in the photo. These were all made from offcuts as well. I keep patterns for these animals on hand and apply them to the leftover wood from other projects, such as puzzles, once they are completed.

Wooden Toy Kitten Cutout From My Itty BittyItty Bitty Animal Collection 1355947801

 

 

My Itty Bitty Animal Collection

I crafted a wooden toy kitten using my shop's traditional woodworking tools and techniques. This little feline is designed to stand independently, making it perfect for stacking with other toys from my Itty Bitty Animal Collection.

These aren't just any toys; they're generational pieces that can last for many years. The first ones I made over forty years ago are still in use, and a second generation of children now enjoys them. Small kids love playing with them.

The kitten measures about 2.5 inches, but I can create additional sizes by custom order. It's a versatile piece that can be painted, stained, or left unfinished, depending on your preference. It could also make stacking toys, mobiles, or even puppets.

If you're looking for a durable and charming toy, this wooden kitten might be just what you need.

 

 

20240228-192545 005 Toymakers Shop Mini Gnomes Clamps Glue

 

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In this creative project, mini gnomes are crafted from leftover wood pieces typically discarded as designer kindling. This experiment showcases the potential of repurposing scrap materials that remain after making puzzles and other intricate designs. With an abundance of these wooden remnants, producing these charming gnomes proved to be practical.

To aid in the process, spring clamps from Harbor Freight Tools are utilized. I have about 200 of these handy clamps; they provide the perfect clamping support for assembling the gnomes. This project transforms waste into delightful gnomes.