­ Making toys for your own children, as gifts for others, or as a hobby can be extremely rewarding. You can add your own unique sensibility to classic childhood treasures, and make a child very happy in the process. This article provides clear instructions for some very quick projects that just require a little mixing on your part, as well as for some more complicated wood-working and building projects. And children can help (if you don't want the toy to be a surprise), particularly with the decorating. For more information on do-it-yourself projects, try the following links:

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We will get started on the next page by showing you how to make a childhood favorite -- play dough.

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