Fun for 0-year-olds! DIY Wall-Mounted Toy Ideas
Babies under one year old grow as they play, taking in lots of stimulation—listening to sounds, looking at colors and shapes, and touching different objects to learn their textures.
If you’re looking for DIY toy ideas that nurture a baby’s five senses, this is a must-see.
Here, we introduce ideas for wall-mounted toys designed for babies under one year old.
We’ve gathered ideas that promote development in 0-year-olds, including ones that use finger movements, spark curiosity, and build concentration.
Most can be installed on a wall, so by adjusting the height and location, they can be enjoyed for a long time—from the lying-down stage to the walking stage.
They’re all easy to make with items from 100-yen shops or materials you have on hand, so be sure to use these as a reference.
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Fun for 0-year-olds! DIY Wall-Mounted Toy Ideas (11–20)
sensory bag
When it comes to handmade toys you can look at, touch, and listen to, sensory bags are a great choice.
They’re toys you can play with just by putting items like balls, potato starch, and decorative pom-poms together with gel inside a bag.
Using materials in a variety of colors makes the bag even more vibrant.
With features that stimulate the senses—like the soft, squishy feel when touched and the unique sounds—sensory bags are perfect for children’s early childhood activities.
If you’re making one to hang on the wall, try drawing illustrations inside the bag.
Give it a try and make a sensory bag that kids can freely touch and play with.
Sensory play with zipper bags
Put shredded cellophane ribbon into a zip bag and enjoy a sensory play activity.
Using ribbons in various colors turns it into a toy that also provides visual stimulation.
Cut several strands of cellophane ribbon to a suitable length, then shred them finely with your fingers and place them in the zip bag.
Once you’ve added a good amount, seal the bag.
To prevent accidental ingestion, make sure to close it securely with strong tape or something similarly sturdy.
Your crinkly, tactile toy is ready to play with!
Bagworm made with raffia tape (suzuran tape)
Why not try expressing the autumn motif of a “bagworm” using plastic raffia (Suzuran tape)? First, as prep, cut a piece of cardboard into the shape of a bagworm.
Apply small pieces of double-sided tape all over the body area.
Next, stick cut pieces of Suzuran tape onto the taped sections.
Using a variety of colors will make it look beautiful.
With infants (around 0-year-olds), tear the Suzuran tape together—they’ll enjoy the texture, so take your time.
Wrap jute twine around the head area to make it look like a hat.
Finally, draw the face, and it’s complete.
The vibrant bagworm is perfect for decorating and enjoying.
Let’s hang balloons and play
How about attaching curling ribbon to balloons and hanging them from above to play? Kids get super excited watching the balloons sway and bounce in the air when they touch them! If you’re incorporating this into childcare, it’s a good idea to prepare several so multiple children can play at the same time.
It’s also important to secure a space that’s large enough to prevent children from bumping into each other while playing.
If they show interest in the curling ribbon, it’s perfectly fine to let them tear it and play with it, too.
This activity provides various sensory stimuli, including visual and tactile.
cloth picture book
Why not try making a fabric picture book inspired by Anpanman? Fabric books are a staple toy for babies.
They often crinkle, include features that promote finger development, and pack in all kinds of clever ideas.
Let’s try making one by hand.
With your own ideas—like a buttoning activity using Anpanman’s face, peekaboo flaps or matching games with various characters—you can create a delightful fabric book.
If you’re not confident at sewing, using felt and glue to craft it like an art project is a great recommendation!
In conclusion
We introduced ideas for handmade wall-mounted toys recommended for infants (0-year-olds).
When making them yourself, using bright, colorful designs makes it easier to capture children’s interest.
If you use small parts, there’s a risk of accidental swallowing, so make sure everything is firmly attached and won’t come off, paying close attention to safety.
While watching over the children as they show interest in the toys, talk to them, put their feelings into words, and enjoy communicating.
We hope you can create a wonderful space that 0-year-olds will enjoy!