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…
What is an aeolian harp – This simple little musical instrument derives its name from Aeolus, god of the winds, who is said to have…
How to make Bow and Arrow – Authorities claim that the best materials from which to make bows are mulberry, sassafras, Southern cedar, black locust,…
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…
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…
A Homemade Toy Stable – If you prefer a garage instead of this stable, you may omit the stalls, and make one or two large…
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…
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…
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…
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…