Wooden children's toys

[Cammy]

I think wooden toys are making a comeback, as parents realize all the harmful chemicals that are in children's toys. I have always found wooden toys endearing, and would love to try my hand at wooden blocks. Would you just carve ABC's on them, or maybe small pictures?

 

[-Brian]

The project is coming along well, but still need a good method for finishing the blocks (as asked above) and I have run into a new question:

I had hoped to have no metal included, but I am worried that using a simple dowel through slightly larger holes for the axles will quickly lead to the axles wearing down. My whole idea was for a toy that would last "forever." Any experienced folks have tips for making cart axles? Thanks!

 

[Bzern]

You should look up
http://stevedgo.ipower.com/cat/
It has lots of patterns and some neat toys. The rubber band gun is easy and only takes about 45 minutes, I made one for my brother and myself. I made my sister a hummingbird puzzle from some magazine that was really quick but turned out well.