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This craft category is a huge collection of fun DIY toys for kids! Homemade toys and free printables for kids of all ages ( DIY toys for boys, DIY toys for girls, DIY baby toys - handmade toys for babies, DIY toys for toddlers),  indoor and outdoor activities (DIY water toys,yard games, DIY board games,sport activities),  gift ideas (gifts for toddlers, gifts for girls, gifts for boys),  free toy patterns & toy plans (DIY soft toys, easy stuffed animals to sew, free crochet toy patterns , amigurumi patterns, homemade wooden toys), toys from different materials ( simple paper toys for kids, felt toys), learn and play ideas / educational toys (homemade sensory toys, Montessori activities), free printables ( free printable board games, free printable activity sheets ...) ... and a lot more!
DIY Popsicle stick house - winter wonderland village (winter decor)
Make a festive winter village with adorable craft stick houses ! So easy! Finished with a sprinkling of glitter "snow, " this little popsicle stick house is ready to join its neighbors in a shimmering holiday village. NumaVIG will show you how to make the basic popsicle stick house , but later on, you will be able to make your unique creations too. ( The best bit about this DIY is that you can add as much detail, or as little, as you wish! Just have fun! ) This little popsicle stick house is just perfect for brightening up your home, not just at Christmas , but throughout January and February too! You can also add some snow and glitter to these with a little bit of glue.
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Little purple amigurumi bunny (free crochet pattern)
The best things in life are free - like this lovely amigurumi bunny pattern by Iriss at AmiguroomToys! Like most of the people, you are likely to ask what exactly amigurumi is until you see the beautiful patterns and you instantly fall in love with it. Amigurumi is a Japanese crocheting technique of creating fun and beautiful stuffed animals using yarns, just like this lovely little bunny. So grab a few skeins of yarn, make this lovely amigurumi bunny today and create a darling new stuffed animal for your loved one.
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Amigurumi snowman Christmas ornaments (free crochet patterns)
Between the hustle and bustle take time to enjoy a cup of coffee ( or hot cocoa ) and do a little crocheting : let's crochet cute snowman ornaments to pair with your Christmas decoration ! This crochet project is super easy and quick , it can be a perfect choice if you haven't got too much time or skill in crochet ! These cute snowman ornaments ( or keychains ) can be great ( Christmas ) gifts for your friends or kids. So head to amigurum.com and create this lovely little crochet ornament ( designed by the talented crocheter Ekaterina Ustinova )
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Christmas village advent calendar ( free paper house cutting files )
Here comes a lovely & festive printable paper craf t: a wonderful set of enchanting little DIY paper houses perfect for your Christmas village ! These little paper houses by Delia Creates are simple in design which makes them great for personalizing however you want. Dress them up with snowy glitter on the roofs, paint on fine details, or choose a gradient of papers. There are lots of possibilities! If you don't need an advent calendar you can use these little paper houses as adorable Christmas ornaments or even as cute party treat boxes for your upcoming Christmas party !
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Amigurumi snowman in hat and scarf (free amigurumi pattern)
Are you looking for free amigurumi patterns ? Do you love snowmen ? Crochet this cute little amigurumi snowman by Darya Neustroeva! Besides it's super adorable, this amigurumi pattern is completely free ! One of the nice things about amigurumi is that the exact size is rarely important, so you don’t need to worry about matching the designer’s gauge. Provided your stitches are compact enough that they won’t gape open to leaving large holes between them when you add the stuffing, you have the freedom to experiment with different yarns and hooks to give you a different-sized result. So grab your hooks and create this adorable amigurumi snowman now!
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Plue (FairyTail) amigurumi snowman - free crochet pattern
Know an anime lover? We've got the perfect gift idea for him/her: Plue the snowman in crochet version! Whether you're gifting it as a toy or as home decor, this free amigurumi pattern will thrill FairyTail & anime fanatics. This cute crochet ( amigurumi ) snowman can be a perfect handmade gift or handmade toy for your kids / grandkids because, this super adorable amigurumi Plue is a perfect soft toy for both boys and girls! In this great amigurumi blog you will find this wonderful free amigurumi snowman pattern which will help you to create this adorable crocheted toy with lots of interesting details, personality and cuteness!
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Soft big amigurumi bear (free crochet pattern)
Do you love crocheting and adorable soft toys ? Crochet this crocheted / amigurumi bear which can be a wonderful handmade gift for your kids ( or grandkids ) . At AmiguroomToys you will find the free amigurumi bear pattern which will be your guide through the creation of this lovely little amigurumi bear. Crochet a little bear as a toy or as a cute little display on the shelf. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this amigurumi bear by Marina Grigorevskaya is a great pattern for you. Grab some yarn and start stitching!
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Adorable sitting amigurumi bull (free amigurumi pattern)
Do you love crocheting? Create a beautiful and adorable handmade toy: an amigurumi bull ! This cuddly crochet bull is a great amigurumi pattern to work on because it's so easy to crochet and the outcome is so wonderful! This super adorable amigurumi bull can be an excellent gift for your kids or grandkids. This free bull crochet pattern by Yulia Matyushina at Amiguroom Toys will guide you through the crocheting process of your own wonderful soft amigurumi bull. The difficulty of this free bull amigurumi pattern is easy/intermediate so if you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you.
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DIY Cardboard easter bunny bean bag toss
She made a really simple Cardboard Easter Bunny Bean Bag Toss game with a large piece of cardboard and added some carrot bean bags to toss in. This is so adorable and clever! It's a very good and fun easter or spring indoor activity for kids.
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Crochet (amigurumi) nativity set - free crochet pattern
It’s almost December so it's time to start your holiday crocheting! This amigurumi nativity set is soo adorable and Erica will share a free crochet pattern of each piece completely for free! This free amigurumi nativity set pattern is fairly simple to crochet, but you will need a lot of time to make them all. This nice blog will give you a free crochet pattern of Joseph,Mary the baby Jesus, a shepherd, a sheep and a donkey. They make great Christmas decorations, or  this year make a little amigurumi nativity set  as a lovely gift for the kids!
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Christmas amigurumi owl (free amigurumi pattern)
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted owl for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Yana Lisitsyna's great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern and create this lovely amigurumi owl in no time! If you need a heartwarming gift for Christmas or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy, this amigurumi owl makes a sweet little gift.
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Sammy the crochet (amigurumi) seal - free pattern
Do you love crocheting and adorable soft toys ? Crochet this amigurumi seal which can be a wonderful handmade gift for your kids ( or grandkids ) . In this nice crochet / amigurumi blog you will find the free amigurumi seal pattern and a nice detailed written crochet tutorial on how to make Sammy the amigurumi seal ! This amigurumi seal is a relatively easy crochet toy project: you can create the seal easily even if you are a beginner in amigurumi. This crocheted seal doesn't require too much yarn , and it will look great with accessories in any color!
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Cute amigurumi triceratops (amigurumi dinosaur) - free amigurumi pattern
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted dinosaur for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow @ketti.toys' great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern at AmiguroomToys and create this lovely amigurumi triceratops in no time! If you need a baby shower gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy this amigurumi dinosaur makes a sweet little gift.
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Cute Rudolph reindeer amigurumi toy - free crochet pattern
Let us present you this super adorable little amigurumi reindeer: Rudolph ! This free amigurumi reindeer pattern is really simple, and it’s definitely possible to whip out one or two of these in an evening. They make great Christmas decorations , or you could even attach a loop to the top of the hat and hang it in your Christmas tree OR this year make a little Rudolph amigurumi reindeer as a lovely gift for the kids ! We really love this cute little fella, the pattern is really easy and you will have a bunch of adorable amigurumi Rudolph' ready in no time!
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Cute little amigurumi koala bear (free pattern)
Besides being totally adorable, this crochet koala bear pattern by Darya Neustroeva at Amiguroom Toys is completely free so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. This adorable amigurumi koala is ready for cuddles from your favorite kiddo. If you're stitching the koala as a toy for a young child, swap the safety eyes for crocheted or embroidered eyes instead. You can easily customize this amigurumi koala design to be any color you'd like. Crochet a little koala as a toy or as a cute little display on the shelf. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great pattern for you. Grab some yarn and start stitching!
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Mr. Zombie (amigurumi zombie) - free crochet pattern
Are you looking for a lovely handmade Halloween gift for your best friends or kids? Do you love to crochet ? Don't look any further! This lovely amigurumi zombie by Galina Konysheva at Amiguroom Toys is just perfect for every special occasion! Amigurumi is an easy to learn crochet technique from Japan that allows you to create lovely toys and gifts, just as this lovely little zombie. So don't hesitate: quickly grab this wonderful free amigurumi pattern and learn the how-tos!
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DIY felt easter bunny ornament with a little pocket
This cute felt easter bunny/rabbit ornament holds a little pocket on its back, where you can put some of those delicious mini chocolate Easter eggs. It makes this a very sweet Easter decoration and a lovely little easter gift , especially for children... and for the not quite grownups, too : ) This sewing project is very easy : if you haven't got sewing machine that's not a problem: you can handsew these cute felt bunnies easily! ( Felt is a brilliant material for practicing hand sewing, because it's not fraying at the cutlines )
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Amigurumi cupcake octopus (free amigurumi pattern)
Do you know how to crochet and want to expand your knowledge a little bit? Learn the Japanese art of crocheting lovely stuffed animals and creatures: amigurumi ! With amigurumi , you will be able to crochet lovely, huggable crochet toys such as this super cute amigurumi octopus cupcake by Paint It Colorful ! But be aware: amigurumi is very addictive ( once you start crocheting these lovely toys you won't be able to stop ) ! This lovely amigurumi octopus cupcake is such a great amigurumi project, perfect as a lovely homemade decor piece or as a heartwarming gift for a special occasion. So get the free amigurumi pattern at Paint It Colorful now, and start crocheting :
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Little amigurumi unicorn ( free amigurumi pattern )
Do you love crocheting and adorable soft toys ? Crochet this amigurumi unicorn b y Olga Lukoshkina which can be a wonderful handmade gift for your kids ( or grandkids ) . At Amigurumi Space you will find the free amigurumi unicorn pattern which will be your guide through the creation of this lovely little amigurumi unicorn. Crochet a little unicorn as a toy or as a cute little display on the shelf. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this amigurumi unicorn by Olga Lukoshkina is a great pattern for you. Grab some yarn and start stitching!
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Sock beaver - sock animal (free sewing pattern and tutorial)
We just can’t stop sharing CraftPassions fun sock animal sewing tutorials ! Look at these sock beavers ! Who can resist them? Meet Bob, the hoodie sock beaver who love music and has a big dream. Similar to the hoodie sock sheep and sock reindeer, this time Bob’s hoodie is detachable ,yes, now the hood can be taken down. Follow the instructions and the free sewing pattern at CraftPassion.com to sew one super cute sock beaver for your kids . They will love them!
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Adorable amigurumi bear in dress (free crochet pattern & video tutorial)
Do you know crochet and want to expand your knowledge a little bit? Try this super fun crochet technique : the amigurumi ! With amigurumi , you will be able to crochet lovely, huggable crochet toys such as this super cute amigurumi bear by Katerina Arkhipova ! But be aware: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( once you start making these lovely toys you won't be able to stop ) ! This cuddly amigurumi bear can be a great amigurumi project to begin with, because the outcome is so lovely. So get the free amigurumi pattern at Amigurumi Space and let's get crocheting :
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Walter the amigurumi wolf (Free crochet pattern)
This cute crochet ( amigurumi ) wolf by Jess Huff can be a lovely handmade gift or handmade toy for your kids / grandkids. On Jess Huff's wonderful craft blog you will find the free amigurumi wolf pattern which will help you to create this adorable crocheted toy with lots of interesting details, personality and cuteness! You can use any color and style yarn to crochet your own adorable amigurumi dogs / wolves ,they will look super adorable in any form! Grab a few skein of yarn and create this huggable amigurumi wolf toy:
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Father goose - amigurumi goose (free crochet pattern)
Projects like this make us love the art of crochet so much! Just look at this cute goose ! Who can resist him? By following along diy-100ideas' free amigurumi pattern, you will be able to create this super cute crochet goose in no time! But before you start learning the basics of amigurumi, we must warn you: amigurumi is a very addictive hobby ( you won't be able to stop making these lovely amigurumi toys ! ) So grab your hooks and create a lovely little amigurumi goose for your friends or family members, they will love it! ( He can be a lovely father's day gift! )
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Amigurumi grasshopper (free crochet pattern)
Every kid deserves gorgeous crochet toys ,handmade with love! Today, with Spin A Yarn Crochet's free crochet pattern you can learn learn how to crochet this super cute grasshopper rag doll ! Not only does this adorable grasshopper adds to your kids’ stash of fun things to play with, it's also fantastic gift item for birthdays or baby showers. Naturally babies and young children love stuffed animals ,so adorable crochet animal patterns are great when it comes to making gifts for little ones. But honestly, who can resist this cuteness?
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Traveling tic-tac-toe with buttons (free sewing pattern)
Are you planning any fun trips this year? Today Katie from Made to be a Momma is here with a fun sewing tutorial that will be fun for any trips you’re taking this year. It’s a little traveling tic-tac-toe game! How cute is this? Fun family games can make any trip much more enjoyable!  This on the go tic-tac-toe game is perfect for summer vacation travel, waiting in the doctors office or at restaurants, and just a fun game for your kids to play!  It’s not only the “game board” but it also stores the tic-tac-toe pieces in the pouch. This sewing project is absolutely suitable for beginners in sewing and this traveling board game will be a great DIY gift for any occasion!
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DIY Colorable Pokemon evolution caleidocycles
Your kid loves the Pokemon anime (cartoon) or the Pokemon Go game? Are you looking for easy paper crafts for kids? This fantastic never ending Pokemon Evolution DIY kaleidoscope or kaleidocycles is the best kids craft project for you! This simple paper toy is really magical: rotate it, and watch their favourite Pokemon characters, Bulbasaur, Eevee, Charmander and Squirtle, as they evolve ! And this was made with a simple sheet of paper! Absolutelly brilliant! In this nice kids craft website you will find 2 different versions of every pokemon characters: a colorable black and white and an already coloured versions!
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Cute big head dog - crochet toy (free amigurumi pattern)
Besides being totally adorable, this crochet dog pattern is completely free ,so you can experiment with it without blowing your crochet budget. Grab some yarn and start stitching! If you're stitching this cute little big head puppy as a toy for a young child, swap the safety eyes and nose for crocheted or embroidered parts instead. You can easily customize this amigurumi dog design to be any color you'd like. If you're a beginner crocheter who is looking for a little bit of a challenge, this is a great amigurumi pattern for you. Pattern designer: Evgeniia Kokina (vk.com/club107556188)
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Adorable sheep purse for kids ( free sewing pattern & tutorial )
This might be your favorite sewing project ever! We are so in love with this free sheep purse sewing pattern by Fleece Fun! Seriously, who can resist this sweet little lamb face ? Custom purses can add to a fun personal fashion statement and this sheep purse is also perfect for stashing little treasures and toys in. Visit fleecefun.com, download the free pattern and learn how to make this super adorable sheep purse :
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Paper island - paper toys and boxes for kids (with printables)
These ultra cute paper island boxes are a real treat. They look so fun simply as room decoration, a paper diorama of a little island (or a group of islands – there’re 6!) with its landscape and add-on inhabitants.  You can also store small things & the little add-on creatures or small gifts inside,  they are clever little boxes.
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Little soft amigurumi polar bear (free crochet pattern)
In this free crochet tutorial by Elena Timakova at AmiguroomToys, you can learn how to crochet this adorable polar bear in amigurumi ! This sweet amigurumi polar bear is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi polar bear is a wonderful seasonal decoration or a soft toy for kids. This amigurumi polar bear is also perfect as a gift for a newborn if you crochet yours from cotton yarn and create its eyes with embroidery. At AmiguroomToys you will find the free amigurumi pattern of this super cute polar bear . This amigurumi pattern is a fairly easy one, so if you are a beginner in amigurumis this lovely little polar bear is absolutely perfect to begin with!
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