Odin's Toy Factory

This cross is one of many Christian crosses I have in my collection. Order This Cross My Cross Collection I'm excited to introduce you to my latest creation, this beautiful handmade rustic fretwork cross made from reclaimed hardwood flooring samples. It adds a touch of rustic elegance to any home and is perfect for those who want to show their faith uniquely. I use traditional woodworking tools to create each cross, giving it a unique look and feel that can't be replicated. The intricate fretwork design adorning the front of the cross adds eye catching detail to any room. I'm also passionate about sustainability and the environment, so I made this cross using recycled materials. By purchasing one of these crosses, you can feel good about doing your part for the environment and supporting a small business. Please note that due to the use of reclaimed materials, each cross may have small seams where the tongue-and-groove flooring is glued together. However, these seams are no...

This alligator stacking puzzles is one of many puzzles I have In my collection.   Order Your Alligator Stacking Puzzle Now My Puzzle Collection My Shop Front Page  As a lover of all things handmade and unique, I am excited to introduce you to the Handmade Wood Alligator Family Puzzle. This freestanding puzzle is a beautiful and fun addition to any home or playroom. It is cut from high-quality wood and finished with a custom blend of mineral oil and waxes for an attractive, smooth, and durable finish. The puzzle features a mother alligator and five hatchlings. It promotes problem-solving and fine motor skills, making it perfect for children and adults. Not only is it a fun pastime, but it also makes for a stunning centerpiece in any room. One of the things I love about this puzzle is that each piece is handmade using natural wood and wood products. This means that each puzzle is unique and may vary in appearance from one item to the next. The thickness of the wood used in your item...

This Itty Bitty Cow is part of a collection that includes more than sixty animals, and there are more to come. Order Your Itty Bitty Cow Now My Itty Bitty Animal Collection If you're looking for a unique and versatile addition to your child's playtime collection, this handmade wooden toy cow cutout is perfect. You can customize it to your heart's content and create something unique. I make these wooden toys from leftover wood cutoffs from other projects. Each piece is unique, and the dimensions and type of wood may vary. That's what makes it so unique and adds to its charm. When you receive your wooden toy cow cutout, you'll notice its natural variations in wood grain, color, and knots. These variations are what make each piece unique and add to its character. Don't worry; they're not considered defects and are expected. If you have any concerns or specific requests, please contact me before placing your order, and I'll do my best to accommodate your nee...

Nail files are just one of the tools I use to smooth and shape this wooden toy truck. Nail files are excellent tools to use for relieving edges.   Order Your Tow Truck Now My Five Truck Fleet Collection As the maker of these trucks, I take great pride in creating each. After cutting the truck body on my trusty scroll saw, I sanded and shaped it to perfection. My years of experience and attention to detail come into play. Using a nail file, I carefully remove sharp corners and smooth out bumps on the truck's edges. This step may seem small, but ensuring that each truck is safe and comfortable for little hands to play with is essential. Once the sanding and shaping are complete, I paint the truck in your chosen colors.

  Order your tow truck here. The tow truck body has been meticulously crafted with utmost attention to detail, ensuring all components fit perfectly. The axle holes have been expertly drilled using a precision drill press, and the opening for the hook has been precisely cut, along with the hole for the pin. The body was meticulously cut on a scroll saw, with the utmost care taken to ensure that the cuts were clean and precise, and the patterns were then carefully removed to reveal the final shape of the tow truck body. All that's left now is to give the body a good sanding to smooth out any rough edges and ensure a flawless finish, and it'll be ready to paint.

Drilling axle holes in a wooden toy tow truck using a drill press.   Buy This Tow Truck Drilling axle holes for 1/4-inch axles can be challenging, especially when I need three axle holes to be aligned perfectly and square to the bottom of the truck.  To ensure that the axle holes are square to the bottom of the truck, I align the drill press so that the table is square to the bit. This will help me achieve the perfect angle and precision required for the job. Once I have aligned the drill press, I must get the three holes to be the same distance from the bottom. I can do this by aligning the bottom of the truck body to the proper position, with the bottom of the truck tight against the fence. Next, I drill the holes with a brad point bit to ensure accuracy and smoothness. I adjust the drill press depth so that the bit's point protrudes from the bottom just enough to locate the exit point. Once all the holes are drilled, the truck body is turned over, and the hole is finished f...

Order a Tow Truck Building this tow truck is a fun and engaging project for DIY enthusiasts, but it can also be challenging. One of the most critical steps in constructing a tow truck is cutting the space for the tow hook, which can be a tricky task. Over the years, I have experimented with various methods to cut the space for the tow hook, and drilling the 3/4-inch hole before cutting the body on my scroll saw works best. This approach minimizes the risk of tearout, a common problem when drilling after cutting. By drilling the hole before cutting, you can create a guide for the saw blade, making the cutting process more precise and straightforward. However, other options exist besides drilling before cutting using a drill press. Horizontal boring using a Shopsmith is another approach that I want to explore. Once you have cut the body, the opening still needs to be finished. This is where handwork comes in. I cut away space for the hook using files, rasps, and sandpaper. This process ...