Wooden toys have a appausing effect on young babies who like to relieve their gums.
Diy wooden baby rattle.
It is made of non toxic natural wood without bpa with 100 organic cotton cotton oeko tex it is possible to divert the rattle into a mini macramé decoration.
The first thing i had to do for this rattle was cut out the shape.
When they were babies this was my all time favorite toy for them i first saw a wooden montessori inspired rattle like this at a high end baby boutique in georgetown but.
Remove the baby rattle from the lathe and cut each nub off as close to the rattle body as possible.
This toy is great for two month old infants you can grab onto things and enjoy hearing themselves make noise when they move their arm.
While making it make sure that all the elements are totally safe and non toxic.
To make the wedge cut a thin piece of hardwood and sand plane cut them into a wedge shape.
3 wooden rings 1 1 2 super fine sandpaper.
Hand sand each end to remove any evidence of the nubs.
All natural organic wood salve optional directions.
The soft tone of the tiny golden bells definitely sets it apart from the other rattles.
Cut out the shape.
Montessori inspired rattle view in gallery.
Sep 8 2016 i try to surround my kids with high quality all natural toys.
How to make a wooden baby toy.
Cut ta length of dowel about 1 longer than it needs to be to go through the body of the rattle.
If you are familiar with the montessori concept and want to include it in your baby s daily life and activities start with this montessori inspired rattle by nerd and health nut.
Wood always wins out over plastic and hand made is best.
Cut out rattle pieces.
A 3 inch piece of 1 2 wooden dowel.
The wedge should be no more than 1 8 thick at its thickest.
Cut out the shape.
Make and apply finish.
These baby rattles are easy to make using simple wooden pieces that you can buy in the craft store.
Rub the bee s wax all over each end of the rattle.
You can use any shape you would like to use but i used a hippo shaped animal.
2 dowel caps 1 1 4 with 1 2 hole.
Wooden rattle view in gallery.
For each rattle you will need.