How to make a bobsled out of wood There are two ways of building a bob-sled. One way is to knock together a pair of coasters out of any sort…
What is an aeolian harp - This simple little musical instrument derives its name from Aeolus, god of the winds, who is said to have lived at Stromboli.
How to make Bow and Arrow - Authorities claim that the best materials from which to make bows are mulberry, sassafras, Southern cedar, black locust, black walnut, apple, and slippery…
A Jack in the box (Fig. 289) is a simpler toy to make than you might imagine. The box should measure about 5¾ inches by 5¾ inches by 5 inches.…
The metal furniture which you can buy is very pretty when it is new, but this new appearance does not last long after it has come into a youngster's possession,…
A Homemade Toy Stable - If you prefer a garage instead of this stable, you may omit the stalls, and make one or two large windows in the rear wall…
How to Make a Wooden Doll House - There is nothing more interesting to build than a doll-house, and the construction is within the ability of the average girl. If…
This interesting toy, with its funny animal targets, and a harmless pistol with which to shoot at them, will provide an endless amount of fun for a winter's evening or…
A Cricket-rattle is about the liveliest form of rattle ever devised (Fig. 114). After constructing one for your sister or brother, you probably will decide to make one for yourself.…
A Toy Jumping-Jack is always amusing, and Fig. 110 shows a simply constructed home-made model. You will see by Fig. 113 how the figure is made. The peaked hat is…