I discovered a great new DIY toy today, perfect for distracting the little helper while I’m working in my office. I came across some old felt appliquéd farm animals that I had left over from a previous job, and remembering the old Feltkids toys, I realized I could make a little farm playboard for Anabelle. I cut out a piece of felt large enough to stretch across the bottom portion of the office door, pinned it in place, and added a simple barn and the appliqué animals. She eventually became fascinated with unpinning it (I might have to figure out a sturdier attachment), but it was super easy and bought me at least a half hour of focused work time!
6 COMMENTS
Beth
12 years agoHow great! And such a simple and fun toy!
monaluna
12 years agoHi Beth – it worked well! It helped that I already had the animals on hand, but I don't think it needs to be anything so detailed – she just had fun sticking things on there and rearranging.
Brenda
12 years agoI made those for my kids and nieces — I also cut out letters and shapes and people that they could dress. fun!
Juffertje Uil
12 years agoIt looks great. I also have a toddler around me when I'm working. I should definitely try it.
Alison
12 years agoI love that! I'm totally going to make one with my (slightly older) girls.
One (possibly silly) question though – do the felt animals just stick to the felt board on their own? Or did you have to use something on the back of them?
monaluna
12 years agoThey actually just stick! It's not a strong bond, but makes them easy to move around, and is easier than attaching something. If you wanted a stronger bond, you could get little stick-on velcro circles at a fabric store.