Handmade toys that captivate babies! Fun and engaging
Introducing handmade toys that babies will love!
Through everyday play, babies are constantly learning and absorbing new things.
Why not try making “toys” to support their development?
We’ve gathered a variety of toy ideas you can create using materials you already have at home.
If you’re looking for handmade toys for ages 0–2, use these ideas as a reference and give them a try.
They’re full of features and clever touches that delight babies, so once you make them, your little one is sure to play with them enthusiastically!
Babies will be captivated! Fun handmade toys (1–10)
Sparkly maracas
Sparkly maracas are toys that even newborns can enjoy.
Just put beads or small bells into an empty capsule-toy container, and it will produce a bright, jingling sound that delights babies.
If the child is not yet able to grasp objects on their own, try shaking it to entertain them.
Use a variety of beads to create your own original maracas.
bodkin (drawstring threader)
With a lacing toy, children can practice moving their fingers.
They play by threading felt pieces sewn into donut shapes onto a string one after another.
A caterpillar shape is recommended, but making it in a character your child likes will delight them even more.
Moving their fingers also stimulates the brain, so it’s perfect as an educational toy from around age one.
sensory back
Sensory bags are a big hit with kids because they can enjoy the squishy feel through the plastic and watch the beads move around inside.
The texture changes depending on whether you make them with gel or water.
You can also choose any colors of beads and paint you like, so the ways to mix and match are endless!
cloth ball
For baby toys, it’s best to use gentle materials that won’t cause injuries.
A fabric ball is a soft ball you can make with fabric scraps and stuffing, so it’s safe for even very young babies to hold.
It has a simple design that combines boat-shaped pattern pieces, so you can make it in a short time.
If you put a bell inside, it will make a sound and delight children!
Dropping-in game
If you have a plastic container, you can make a drop-in toy! Glue two plastic bottle caps together to make a little “coin,” then drop it through a hole you’ve made in the plastic container.
The grasping-and-inserting action stimulates fine motor skills, so it’s great for early learning.
Decorating the caps with bright colors will make it even more fun for kids.
The rustling of a lion
The Lion Crinkle is a sound-making plush toy recommended for babies from 0 years old.
You can make it using fabric scraps and plastic you have at home, so if you recycle old clothes, it’s eco-friendly and costs nothing for materials! Although you’ll use an iron and a sewing machine, each step is simple, making it easy to create even for people who aren’t good at sewing.
Infinite toilet paper
For anyone who wants to make a toy without using a sewing machine, the Infinite Toilet Paper is highly recommended! Just join together felt sheets from the 100-yen shop to create a colorful roll of toilet paper.
Kids will have a blast pulling the roll out with a satisfying rattle and will get totally absorbed in playing.
You can also use leftover fabric scraps instead of felt.