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Zany Wooden Toys That Whiz, Spin, Pop & Fly

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By Bob Gilsdorf
Fox Chapel, 2009
Soft cover, 8" x 8", 223 pages

What do you get when you combine a creative mind, the spark of ingenuity, a pinch of engineering, and the fun of woodworking?

You get 28 of the coloest, easy-to-make, wooden action toys that will keep you entertained for hours and hours. With these top-secret plans from the Toy Inventor's workshop, you'll whiz a marble at warp-speed, spin a nickel until it's dizzy, pop a gumball in the air, and fly a tissue to your sneezing firend. The best part is they can all be easily made using this simple-to-follow guide that includes detailed patterns, step-by-step instructions, and good ol' engineering know-how.

Our Promise To You.

If it is for sale in our store -- it is because we use it and love it!

We are happy to share our experiences with these tools which may enhance your own. Given care, maintenance, and love, each of these fine tools is capable of lasting a lifetime. We do limit warranties to those offered by our supplying manufacturers. If ever you have a question or concern regarding any of the tools we sell, please let us know.

Online. On Campus. On The Job Site.

These tools, toys and supplies are in constant use by our students, timber framing crews, and family. At Shelter Tools, we have a working knowledge of every product we sell. Graduates will find particular items recommended in class and on site.


If you don't see the tools or items you need, we can find it for you. Write us or call us anytime.