Turning two is a big step and toys suddenly take on a whole new meaning: pretend play! Hooray! We finally pretend play and not just stick things in our mouths. ;) My wee girl loves playing kitchens since about 18 months old. She likes the microwaves and cups with spoons the most. I looked up buying a new kitchen for her birthday and decided there was no way I could afford a $250 toy kitchen. I stumbled across some cute DIY kitchens on pinterest and decided I would make my own. Here is the completed project (without the tap for the sink): Click on the photos below for a better view of the action.All the kitchen accessories were purchased by friends and family and coordinate really well with our little kitchen. We are just waiting on finding a good(cheap) tap and the upcycle will be complete. Hidden touches - the oven and side cupboards.This TV unit upcycle project is ready for hours of play.
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This year many of my friends children turned 2 years old. As many of you may know, being two is a busy time of life and most toys just don't cut it - they don't hold their attention or they aren't stimulating enough. Before going out and buying a new toddler app for your iPad, how about making mini versions of what you use at home. A two year old mind is all about exploring the world around them and copying behaviours they see. I decided for my friend Luca, I would make him a toy that would both stimulate him and encourage him to harness being two into something fun and productive. Now let me preface this... this toy MUST HAVE ADULT SUPERVISION. It has tiny sharp pieces and big smashing pieces. Drum roll... A toddler tool kit just like daddy's one!This wee kit includes:
Plastic named hardhat - $4 Ear protectors - $2 Tape measure - $2 Mini- thick handled screw drivers - $3 Goggles - $2 Hammer - $2 Clear plastic case with lid - $8 Piece of wood with screws and nails - scraps from home so the cost was free. I included a little container for extra nails and screws in case they want to make another building board. When my little friend opened his present he went straight to work on the screws with the screwdriver. |
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