Easy Handmade Toys and Puzzles

An exciting compilation of fresh, fun, and whimsical handmade toys and puzzles!

• 35 projects from the archives of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts magazine, from a doll scooter to construction vehicle puzzles
• Beginner to intermediate level, so scrollers can build skills while producing interactive toys and puzzles that are safe for kids
• Full-size patterns, step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, materials and tools lists, and expert tips throughout
• Detailed basics with introductory sections on essential scroll saw techniques, choosing blades, selecting wood, and applying finishes
• Contributions from Judy Peterson, Bob Gilsdorf, Ruth Chopp, Paul Meisel, Sue Mey, and other well-known artists in the industry

From Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts comes this must-have project guide for scroll sawyers!

A complete guide to scrolling engaging and exciting wooden puzzles, toys, and gifts, this 120-page project book is perfect for beginner to intermediate scrollers looking to make a wide range of timeless, natural wooden toys to keep kids intrigued for hours!

Easy Handmade Toys and Puzzles features 35 scroll saw patterns, from interlocking puzzles of circus elephants, a hot air balloon, and emergency vehicles to a simple kazoo, magic castle play set, toy robot, speedy race car toys, and so much more—each easily achievable with minimal workshop experience! Each project contains detailed instructions, coordinating photography, user-friendly patterns, and expert tips for achieving each amazing woodworking project.

Patterns are included, most of which are actual size, as well as a helpful detailed introduction on scroll saw basics, choosing blades, selecting wood, and applying finishes. The original scroll saw designs and projects are contributed by master scroll saw artists, including Judy Peterson, Sarah Lyn Chamberlain, Bob Gilsdorf, Brad Anderson, Jaime Costiglio, Jaeheon Yun, and others.

Scroll all these exciting puzzles and toys:

• Layered Animal Farm Puzzle
• Wheely, Warty Frog Toy
• Wish Upon a Star Puzzle
• Under the Sea Puzzle
• Box of Elves Toy
• Spooky Spider Puzzle
• Bottle Cap Shooter
• Baby Penguin Puzzle
• Ramp Walkers
• And more!

Learn to make wooden puzzles, durable gifts, and special handmade toys kids will love, all while you improve your scroll saw skills, with Easy Handmade Toys & Puzzles!

"A treasure trove of colorful, fun, interactive projects for all skill levels! Once you pick up this book, you'll want to ditch store-bought toys and go homemade forever."
—Kaylee Schofield, Editor of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts magazine

This book is compiled from all the best projects found in the pages of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Magazine.

Fox Chapel Publishing publishes illustrated non-fiction books, magazines, patterns, and videos for craft, hobby, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts. We inspire and inform readers who enjoy woodworking, needlework, pyrography, home and garden, cooking, outdoor recreation, coloring, Zentangle (R), kids crafts, and more. Fox Chapel publishes two magazines, Woodcarving Illustrated and Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts, and more than 1200 book titles. Our imprints include Design Originals, IMM Lifestyle Books, Creative Homeowner, and Heliconia Press. Publishers Weekly has named Fox Chapel Publishing a "Top 10 Fastest Growing Independent Publisher" four times since 2006.