[Let’s Make and Play!] Handmade Toy Ideas You Can Create Yourself

Ogre puppet made from a paper cup

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The “Oni puppet” made from a paper cup is a unique handmade craft idea that can be enjoyed year-round.

By simply attaching horns and a face designed from origami or construction paper to a paper cup, you can create an oni with lots of expression.

Both the materials and tools are simple, making it appealing for children to work at their own pace.

During the process, imagination is nurtured through experimenting with colors and shapes, and it naturally encourages interaction with caregivers and teachers.

The finished piece is fun to display and is a highly satisfying craft made from familiar materials.

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amigurumi puppet

How to Make 1/2: “🐻🐶 Amigurumi Puppet 🐰🐱” [Crochet] | Crochet Amigurumi Puppet Tutorial 1/2

The handmade charm of an “amigurumi puppet” makes it a perfect idea for playtime in nurseries and kindergartens.

Crafted with soft, fluffy yarn, this puppet is gentle to the eye and touch, and it’s a versatile item that can be used for performances and pretend play.

Using basic crochet techniques, you can freely customize it into animals or characters, creating uniquely expressive pieces.

The time and care put into making one bring a special sense of accomplishment when it’s finished.

It has a warmth you won’t find in mass-produced items, spreading smiles in children’s play—a highly recommended handmade puppet.

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ghost puppet

“How to Make a Ghost Puppet” — A Sewing Machine Just Right for Parenting / An Even Better Sewing Machine for Parenting

The “Ghost Puppet,” made by sewing together white and black felt with a sewing machine, is a handmade puppet idea that can be enjoyed at nurseries and kindergartens.

The ghost’s body is securely stitched by machine, and the eyes and mouth are attached with glue using felt, making it durable and long-lasting—safe for small children to play with.

If you show the sewing machine in action during the process, it will spark children’s curiosity, and the finished puppet will be a hit in pretend play and performances.

It’s a perfect craft for seasonal events like Halloween, and a recommended idea for childcare workers and parents.

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Mario Puppet

How to Make a Mario Puppet Doll [Mom, XX years old]

The felt “Mario Puppet” is a DIY idea that uses a popular character loved in preschools and kindergartens.

Using red and blue felt, you can recreate Mario’s hat and overalls, and easily finish by gluing on parts like the mustache.

While making it, you and the children can naturally communicate by choosing colors and deciding where to place each piece, creating fun memories.

Once completed, it’s great for pretend play and can help foster creativity and expressive skills.

It’s a puppet with the unique warmth that only handmade crafts can offer.

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Paper bag puppet

[Handmade Toys to Enjoy with Kids] Paper Bag Puppets / A DIY toy craft video where children, together with their parents, boost their creativity and creative drive

“Paper bag puppets” are a handmade craft idea that children can enjoy at daycare and kindergarten.

Using familiar materials like paper bags, construction paper, origami paper, and yarn, it requires no special tools, making it easy for anyone to try.

Children can create freely by sticking papers of their favorite colors and patterns onto the bag or adding yarn as hair accessories, which naturally fosters their imagination and expressive skills.

The making process itself is play, and after completion the puppets shine in pretend play and puppet shows, so they can be enjoyed for a long time.

It’s a perfect craft idea for both early childhood settings and activities at home.

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Handmade croissant craft

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Croissants, whose toasty aroma practically comes through just by looking at them, are a popular bread across generations.

Let’s recreate that delicious croissant appearance using materials you can get at a 100-yen shop.

For the base, cut a puzzle mat into three different sizes, then glue them together while creating steps.

Once the base is complete, apply double-sided tape across the entire surface and wrap brown yarn around it to mimic the look of a croissant.

Since the layered dough and variations in browning are part of a croissant’s appeal, experiment with how you wrap the yarn and also use paint to reproduce these details effectively.

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sock puppet

[Childcare] Introducing how to make a sock puppet [Nursery/Kindergarten]

Make the most of socks! Here are ideas for sock puppets.

When you’re making puppets, it’s nice if they’re easy to put together, right? This time, let’s try making puppets using socks, which are easy to source and come in a wide range of colors.

What you’ll need: socks, stuffing, thick paper/cardstock, a pen, fabric double-sided tape or glue, felt, eye parts, scissors, and more.

Try creating sock puppets in your favorite motifs—like snakes, dogs, or bears—by customizing as you like!