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TOY STORAGE
xx   FURNITURE (CHILD'S)
xx   STORAGE
xx   TOY

Photo shows how to make wall-hung pouches of plywood and burlap to hold toys. Est. cost: $6 for 3 pouches.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1972 (v.50#7) pg. 73

Photo shows circus wagon toy box made from plywood. Hinged top can open and so can double doors on one end. Est. cost: $15.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1973 (v.51#7) pg. 43

Ten easy-to-build projects that provide storage space. (1) Storage cabinet beneath the basement stairs. (2) Simple bookshelves built from pine. (3) A screen to hide trash cans. (4) Garage shelves of pine that mount between studs. (5) Plywood shelves for the basement that hang from ceiling joists. (6) A closet organizer for a child's closet. (7) A simple workbench built from plywood and 2x4s with open shelves beneath. (8) A combination desk and toy storage unit with a blackboard. (9) A tall, narrow kitchen cabinet for canned goods and small appliances. (10) An entry organizer that combines a seat, boot bin and coat rack.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS May 1974 (v.52#5) pg. 12

Photo shows how to build an interesting toy storage unit. Basic unit is built of plywood and divided into cubicles. Face is covered with 1/4" plywood with circular cutouts. Est. cost: $48.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1974 (v.52#7) pg. 52

Photo shows two 4x1x3 ft. cabinets that are hinged together. When closed the unit provides compact storage for toys and games. Open, it becomes an accessible play center. Built from plywood and particle board. Est. cost: $60.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1974 (v.52#7) pg. 54

Photo shows a stern-wheeler Mississippi riverboat that is 36" long and has a hinged top to provide access to a storage are for toys. Plans must be ordered.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Nov 1974 (v.52#11) pg. 100

Photo shows a "Smiling Brown Cow" toy chest. Plans must be ordered.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Nov 1974 (v.52#11) pg. 103

Photo shows how to build wall-mounted shelves from 1x12s to create colorful toy storage. Est. cost: $46.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1975 (v.53#7) pg. 45

Storage chest and shelves unit has two lower shelves for books and games. Chest compartment in the top has a hinged cover. Unit is 36" high, 30" wide and 12" deep.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Apr 1976 (v.54#4) pg. 28

Build-it-yourself furniture for kids that grows with them. Basic 32"x18"x12" modular units are made of 3/4" plywood. In a nursery they are used as a chest of drawers. For a toddler they become toy storage. For pre-teen and teen they form the cabinet base for a desk and base unit for a twin-sized mattress.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Feb 1977 (v.55#2) pg. 116

How to build a toy box that can be converted to a bookcase when the kids grow older.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Apr 1977 (v.55#4) pg. 98

How to build a toy box van. Box is 30" long, 12" wide and 11" deep. Design looks like a van truck. Casters mounted underneath.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Sep 1977 (v.55#9) pg. 60

A large plywood car for a child with storage under the hood for toys. Car is mounted on casters so it can be pushed around on carpet or concrete.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Dec 1979 (v.57#12) pg. 104, 186

Tip: Apple tree with apple-shape cutouts and shelves around the trunk is cut from flakeboard and painted. Estimated cost: $26.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1980 (v.58#7) pg. 61

Roll-around toy box that doubles as a stage for hand puppets. Estimated cost: $45.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1981 (v.59#7) pg. 71, 119

Child's haven. Triangular structure turns a corner into a handy nook for reading and relaxing. A hinged front lifts to reveal storage beneath the padded seat. Est. cost: $85.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1982 (v.60#7) pg. 41, 73

Toy carrier. Transform a collapsible shopping cart into a toy cart by equipping it with cloth pockets to hold the toys. Est. cost: $62
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Jul 1982 (v.60#7) pg. 41, 76

Photo shows how to decorate a toy chest with cloth appliques. Est. cost: $65.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Feb 1983 (v.61#2) pg. 66

Nursery zoo. Store stuffed toys in this 2x4-ft. cabinet, complete with cages for "wild" beasts. Est. cost: $67.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Feb 1983 (v.61#2) pg. 68, 117

Toy box & bookshelf combination. Stash lots of toys in the 2x4-ft. toy box which is 4-ft. high. Made of plywood and hardboard. Est. cost: $61.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Feb 1983 (v.61#2) pg. 70, 124

Wall-hung "hot air balloon" decoration. Small toys can be stored in the basket. Est. cost: $15.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Feb 1984 (v.62#2) pg. 75, 131, 134

Make a denim-pocket toy caddy for the back of a car seat. Est. cost: $6.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Mar 1985 (v.63#3) pg. 112, 175

Barn-shaped toy box is built from two sheets of plywood. Est. cost: $65.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Mar 1985 (v.63#3) pg. 112, 175

Make an apple-shape toy basket by covering a laundry basket with red fabric and adding a top. Est. cost: $27.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Mar 1985 (v.63#3) pg. 114, 180

Steamship-shaped toy box is built from plywood and painted to look like a paddlewheel riverboat of the 1800s. A project plan can also be ordered. Est. cost: $70.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Mar 1986 (v.64#3) pg. 68, 138

Roll-around play center. Push cart contains storage for games, puzzles and coloring books. Pull-out shelf includes a tray for crayons, paints and markers. Est. cost: $90.
BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Apr 1988 (v.66#4) pg. 160

Toy storage unit consists of 12 large plastic totes (containers with tops) that slip onto railings in an open-front cabinet (18"x40"x34" tall).
CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Oct 1999 (v.23#1) pg. 32

Toy chest. A sturdy oak storage chest inspired by a classic Canadian design. The interior features sliding boxes. May be converted to a clothes storage chest by installing aromatic cedar lining. Overall dimensions: 22"x44"x26" tall.
CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Mar 2001 (v.24#5) pg. 33
Added Info CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Apr 2001 (v.24#6) pg. 6 (Toy box vent holes suggested)

Joseph's toy box. Simple, sturdy wooden boxes with sliding tops may be stacked up. One of the boxes has the top fitted with "Lego" base material and removable interior trays store the "Lego" blocks.
CANADIAN HOME WORKSHOP Mar 2002 (v.25#5) pg. 53

Mobile game-storage cabinet has three shelves and casters. Unit measures 30" long, 15" wide, 18" tall. Ideal for storing board games. Est. cost: $40. Built of plywood.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1979 (v.3#2) pg. 58

Child's desk is in the shape of an old-fashioned automobile. Has a lot of built-in storage, including a toy box where the "trunk" should be. Estimated cost: $200.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1980 (v.4#2) pg. 8

Mobile toy chest is decorated as two "pickup" trucks housed in a "garage". The trucks are actually two toy storage boxes mounted on casters. Est. cost: $60
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Feb 1981 (v.4#5) pg. 50

A tough and sturdy toy box. Built of 5/8" thick melamine board. Consists of a cube 24" on a side with a lift-up top.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Apr 1983 (v.6#7) pg. 16

Combination deacon's bench and toybox for a small child.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Sep 1987 (v.10#12) pg. 7

Toddler toy box combines a small two-shelf bookcase (toy storage unit) with a large lift-top box.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Feb 1990 (v.13#5) pg. 70

Peek-a-boo shelves. Simple child's bookcase and/or toy storage shelving is made from fiberboard and Masonite. Overall dimensions: 48"x36"x12" deep.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Aug 1990 (v.13#11) pg. 38

Alphabet toy box (11" square) is painted and adorned with letter cutouts and a teddy bear to resemble a block.
CRAFTS Mar 1992 (v.15#3) pg. 40, 55

"Sewer" toybox is made from a plastic garbage container, foam and felt.
CREATIVE IDEAS FOR LIVING Jan-Feb 1991 (v.22#1) pg. 35

Giant toy bag looks like a Santa Claus.
DECORATING & CRAFT IDEAS Nov 1976 (v.7#2) pg. 31

How to make a townhouse toy box. Box is made from 3/8" plywood and covered with quilted fabric. Windows and doors are appliqued.
DECORATING & CRAFT IDEAS Nov 1977 (v.8#9) pg. 33, 44, 51

Four pull toys to make from wood. (1) A pickup truck that is large enough to sit on. (2) A mover's van that can double as a toy box. (3) A 24" long circus wagon that can also be used to hold stuffed toys. (4) An elephant with closet rod wheels.
FAMILY CIRCLE Nov 1 1979 (v.92#15) pg. 96, 157

Tip: How to nestle four two-drawer corrugated filing cabinets under a Parson's table for storage in a child's room. Fronts of the filing cabinet drawers are painted with appropriate drawings and words to indicate what's in them.
FAMILY CIRCLE Nov 1 1979 (v.92#15) pg. 100

Toy box looks like a log cabin, complete with stove pipe. Slanted roof lifts to reveal a 19" square storage space.
FAMILY CIRCLE Nov 1 1980 (v.93#15) pg. 69, 132

Toybox is a plywood cube measuring 16"x16"x16". It is decorated and painted to look like a large toy block. Est. cost: $24.
FAMILY CIRCLE Jul 12 1983 (v.96#10) pg. 111, 175

Convert a wicker basket with a lid into a toy storage basket.
FAMILY CIRCLE Oct 25 1983 (v.96#15) pg. 98, 151

Toy box on wheels. Measures 12" high x 24" wide x 26" long.
FAMILY CIRCLE Aug 21 1984 (v.97#12) pg. 105

Toy box painted like a truck moves on wheels.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #83 Dec 1964 (v.14#6) pg. 42

Shaker toy chests. Simpler version is a top-opening chest with small interior compartment. Second version includes a drawer in the base.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #115 Mar 1970 (v.20#2) pg. 54

Room organizer is a wall of 10" deep shelves that form cubicles of various sizes. Can be used for toy storage in a child's room or for display of decorative objects.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #143 Mar 1973 (v.23#3) pg. 34

Toy chest on wheels looks like a circus wagon.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #195 Jan 1979 (v.29#1) pg. 21

Barn toybox built from one sheet of plywood.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #214 Dec 1980 (v.30#10) pg. 14

Circus wagon toy box rolls about on 4 wheels.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #216 Feb 1981 (v.31#2) pg. 78

Tip on storing a stuffed animal collection by hanging them from decorative chain.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #302 Oct 1989 (v.39#9) pg. 95

Stacking totes made from plywood serve as a toybox. The bottom tote features casters. Each tote is a "cube" about 15" square.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #304 Jan 1990 (v.40#1) pg. 47

Floor-to-ceiling pole for a child's room stores and displays stuffed toys.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #312 Oct 1990 (v.40#9) pg. 89

ABC toy storage box. Large (23") plywood cube is decorated like a toy block with the letters A, B and C. It features a self-balancing lid to prevent injury.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #354 Jan 1995 (v.45#1) pg. 68

Plywood totes (14"x14"x15") with cutout handholds can be stacked one atop another. The bottom tote is fitted with casters.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #385 Feb 1998 (v.48#2) pg. 62

Surround a basement support post (lally post) with a padded circular seat which opens to access toy storage area in the base.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #402 Oct 1999 (v.49#9) pg. 122

Plastic grocery bag holders, sewn from muslin, have elastic tops and bottoms. A variation, with a closed bottom, serves as a toy tote.
FLOWER & GARDEN [CRAFTS EDITION] Jul-Aug 1997 (v.41#4) pg. 16

Pull-out bins on casters are stored under a wall-hung buffet in a family room.
HOMEOWNERS HOW TO #4 Winter 1976 (v.1#4) pg. 33

Cube-shaped toy box on 4 wheels and equipped with a handle is similar to a wagon. Dimensions of box: 15"x15"x15". Made from plywood and decorated with aluminum tiles.
McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS Nov-Dec 1982 (v.27#6) pg. 26, 80

Small toy box is made from plastic canvas and yarn.
McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS May-Jun 1983 (v.28#3) pg. 44, 86

Wooden toy storage chest, 30"x15"x17", that can double as a seat, is painted with a parade of elephants, balloons and a circus tent.
McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS Oct 1986 (v.31#5) pg. 85, 66

Stenciled "jungle" motifs for a toy storage chest.
McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS Dec 1989 (v.34#6) pg. 49, 98

Drum-shaped toy box.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #429 Feb 1964 (v.60) pg. 118

Treasure chest for toys.
MECHANIX ILLUSTRATED #451 Dec 1965 (v.61) pg. 78

A combination toybox, bench, and desk for a child. Made from one sheet of plywood.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #84 Nov-Dec 1983 pg. 128

Versatile "Frog Bag" may be used as a wall hanging to hold toys, pajamas, or babies' things.
NEEDLE & THREAD May-Jun 1983 (v.3#3) pg. 52

Circular play mat (47" diameter) becomes a toy bag with a pull of the cord which runs through metal loops sewn around the edges.
NEEDLE & THREAD Sep-Oct 1983 (v.3#5) pg. 19, 47

Upholstered children's furniture. Appliqued farm scene for a toy box lid, a bed headboard, and/or a chair cushion.
NEEDLECRAFT FOR TODAY Jan-Feb 1980 (v.3#1) pg. 13, 44

Childrens furniture. (1) Desk with tilting top for use as drawing table. (2) Toy chest with fabric pockets. Could use as clothes sorting hamper. (3) Stool with fabric seat.
NEW SHELTER Mar 1981 (v.2#3) pg. 57

Toy chest from fiberboard drum.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1963 (v.119#1) pg. 148

Trundle-style toy box rolls under bed for storage.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1965 (v.123#1) pg. 162

Hexagon hassock doubles as a toy box. Constructed of perforated hardboard with a padded top which is removable. Rolls on casters.
POPULAR MECHANICS Mar 1967 (v.127#3) pg. 181

Toy box on wheels is decorated like a circus animal wagon.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1969 (v.131#2) pg. 157

Storage box has a well-fitting lid because box was made as one enclosed unit, then the top section was cut off to form the lid.
POPULAR MECHANICS Feb 1974 (v.141#2) pg. 146

Circus wagon toy box. Decorated like a circus wagon, this box has four wheels and can be rolled around.
POPULAR MECHANICS Nov 1975 (v.144#5) pg. 120

Make a toybox or storage box in the size and shape of an old storage trunk. Then decorate it in one of four styles: (1) alphabet box, (2) pirates' chest, (3) stagecoach trunk or (4) Pennsylvania Dutch blanket chest. Made from one sheet of plywood.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1978 (v.149#1) pg. 100

Rugged colonial toy chest has an upper toy compartment, two drawers in the bottom and open adjustable shelves in one end for games or puzzles. Chest is 20"x36"x18" high.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1979 (v.151#1) pg. 94

Playcubes. Large padded footstools double as storage boxes for childrens toys.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jan 1981 (v.155#1) pg. 102

Pull-around toy box is shaped like a bunny.
POPULAR MECHANICS Apr 1981 (v.155#4) pg. 124

Small bench with a wooden back features a seat which lifts up to reveal a large storage area. Use as a toy box in a child's room.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1981 (v.155#5) pg. 122

Combination dollhouse and toy storage box is built from 1/2" plywood.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1981 (v.155#6) pg. 94

Bench seat doubles as a toy chest. Overall dimensions: 28" long, 16" wide, 24" tall. Built from maple and maple plywood.
POPULAR MECHANICS Jun 1995 (v.172#6) pg. 95

Toy box holds bats, balls, hockey stick bow, etc.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jul 1963 (v.183#1) pg. 118

A toy chest on wheels features a top that doubles as a table, with simple stools to complete the unit.
POPULAR SCIENCE Nov 1965 (v.187#5) pg. 152

Big drum toy box built from hardboard.
POPULAR SCIENCE Dec 1965 (v.187#6) pg. 125

Large drawers with dividers has four wooden wheels mounted on them to make them toy boxes which can be stored under a child's bed.
POPULAR SCIENCE Apr 1969 (v.194#4) pg. 184

How to make a large two-bin toybox that looks like a truck. One of 12 winning designs from the PS/APA Single-Sheet Plywood Project contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1977 (v.211#2) pg. 107

Spring-loaded arm supports the top of a toy chest when it is open and prevents it from falling down on a small child.
POPULAR SCIENCE Jan 1981 (v.218#1) pg. 123

Combination toy storage box and bench. Built from 1/2 sheet of plywood. Winning design in annual plywood contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1981 (v.219#2) pg. 72

Toy box is built and painted to look like the caboose of a train. Built from 1 sheet of plywood. Winner in 6th annual plywood design contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1982 (v.221#2) pg. 98

A desk, bulletin board, and storage cabinet is decorated to appeal to a child.
POPULAR SCIENCE Mar 1983 (v.222#3) pg. 100

Indoor slide and toy storage unit for a child is made from 1 sheet of plywood. Winner in PS/APA contest.
POPULAR SCIENCE Aug 1985 (v.227#2) pg. 86

Child's chair that doubles as a toy box. The box-shaped base is accessed by raising up the seat.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #54 May 1990 (v.9#6) pg. 24
Added Info POPULAR WOODWORKING #56 Sep 1990 (v.10#2) pg. 7

A toddler's toybox with clampless joinery. This combination open box and shelf unit eliminates the lid to help prevent accidents.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #73 Jul 1993 (v.13#1) pg. 66

Toy chest (16"x28"x16" tall) is built from inexpensive pine and plywood. The top lifts for access.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #82 Jan 1995 (v.14#4) pg. 26
Added Info POPULAR WOODWORKING #83 Mar 1995 (v.14#5) pg. 4

Rocking kangaroo holds child or toys.
SCIENCE & MECHANICS Sep 1963 (v.34#9) pg. 86

Photo shows how toy storage can be built into a kitchen.
SUNSET Apr 1977 (v.158#4) pg. 164

Tip on how to build toy storage shelves. The units are built as modules from dimension pine lumber with plywood backs.
SUNSET Nov 1977 (v.159#5) pg. 144

Three wall-hung, toy storage shelves are built from 1x12 pine. Est. cost: $35.
SUNSET Jan 1978 (v.160#1) pg. 64

Three animal rocking chairs to build. Patterns for a giraffe, an elephant and a reindeer. Seat opens for toy storage.
SUNSET Dec 1979 (v.163#6) pg. 82

Roll-out cupboard stores toys in the space under a staircase.
SUNSET May 1982 (v.168#5) pg. 120

Tip shows how to build a 30" high changing table that later transforms into a toy chest.
SUNSET Sep 1985 (v.175#3) pg. 120

Stuffed-animal "tree" cut from plywood scraps has small shelves and hooks for holding a collection of stuffed animals.
SUNSET Dec 1985 (v.175#6) pg. 108

"Cloth closet" hangs from the ceiling. Three hardboard circles, accessible through zipper openings, form the shelves. Exterior is a rectangle of canvas, sewn into a cylinder shape.
SUNSET Nov 1986 (v.177#5) pg. 159

Large wooden pull toy in the shape of a Scottie dog is strong enough for an adult to sit on and features a toy storage compartment under the seat.
SUNSET Nov 1991 (v.187#5) pg. 162

Barbara Butler's toy chest. Patterns and instructions for painting an unfinished toy chest with bold patterns in bright colors. Edges of the designs are carved using an electric carving tool with drum sander attachment. Includes recipe for homemade oil stains in purple, red, yellow, orange and black.
SUNSET Sep 1997 (v.199#3) pg. 79

Fun-time tote box for your preschool artists. A simple wooden box with a dowel handle has holes for crayons and compartments for glue, etc.
WEEKEND WOODWORKING (PROJECTS) #17 Sep 1990 (v.3#5) pg. 28

Little slugger organizer. Wall-hung plaque in the shape of a baseball diamond has hooks and holders for a baseball mitt, cap, bat and ball.
WEEKEND WOODWORKING (PROJECTS) #20 Mar 1991 (v.4#2) pg. 18

Safari shelves. A set of 3 shelves for a child's room is sized to hold plastic boxes to store toys, games, etc. The ends of the shelf unit are decorated with painted giraffe cutouts. Overall dimensions: 27"x15"x28" tall (plus giraffe).
WEEKEND WOODWORKING (PROJECTS) #26 Mar 1992 (v.5#2) pg. 6

Toy box with open top uses identical-size puzzles glued to chipboard as the sides. Est. cost: $35.
WOMAN'S DAY Jun 16 1981 (v.44#11) pg. 85, 155

Caboose shaped toy chest to build from plywood. Rolls on hidden casters.
WOMAN'S DAY Oct 26 1982 (v.46#2) pg. 72, 104

Large wooden stepstool doubles as a toybox.
WOMAN'S DAY Jul 5 1983 (v.46#12) pg. 66, 136, 137

Circus cage of pine and dowels, painted in bright colors, holds toys. Four wheels allow it to be rolled around.
WOMAN'S DAY Oct 25 1983 (v.47#2) pg. 63, 147, 152

Toy box on wheels (37" long, 15" wide, 24" high) looks like a recycling truck and has storage areas in the rear and under the seat of the cab.
WOOD MAGAZINE #64 Oct 1993 (v.10#7) pg. 34

Big rig for little drivers. A toy tractor-trailer (30" long) is carrying a load consisting of three stacking trays. Each tray is divided into 15 compartments suitable for storing those 3"-long toy cars and trucks.
WOOD MAGAZINE #118 Nov 1999 (v.16#7) pg. 80, Insert

Toy chest features frame and panel construction, a sliding top, and two drawers. Overall dimensions: 16" high, 18" wide, 44" long.
WOODSMITH #29 Sep-Oct 1983 pg. 4

Toy box is shaped like a giant alphabet block 22" on a side.
WOODSMITH #71 Oct 1990 pg. 6

Carved chest is an adaptation of a medieval aumbry or chest. Can be used as a toy box or other storage use. Build of pine or other wood. Features decorative chip carving on top and sides.
WOODWORKER #1030 Sep 1979 (v.83) pg. 474

Pattern for a toybox which doubles as a rocking horse when the toys are removed.
WOODWORKER #1038 May 1980 (v.84) pg. 337

Butcher block toy box. Sturdy toy box is made by laminating 19 simple pine frames (41"x17") to form the box, then adding a bottom and butcher block top.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Mar-Apr 1980 (v.4#2) pg. 13

Sturdy pine toy chest looks like a decorative blanket or cedar chest. Doubles as a window seat. Dimensions: 45" long, 22" tall, 18" wide.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Jul-Aug 1982 (v.6#4) pg. 21

Hollow plywood cubes feature a removable padded top. The cubes serve as both seating and storage bins. Large routed numerals serve to decorate the cubes and help identify one from another. Overall dimensions: 16"x16"x14" tall.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL May-Jun 1989 (v.13#3) pg. 30

Toddlers cart. A wooden cart (shaped like a small cradle or baby buggy) is equipped with wooden wheels and a push handle. Ideal to store toys and provide support for a child learning to walk.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Mar-Apr 1990 (v.14#2) pg. 48

Heirloom toy chest. Wooden trunk features a curved top made from slats with narrow spaces between them (thus providing for both ventilation and eliminating danger of suffocation if a child gets inside). The design is suitable for use as a blanket chest or storage chest for adults as well as children. Overall dimensions: 36"x18"x25" tall.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1991 (v.15#6) pg. 60

Kids' kitchen playcenter. Toy sink and stove combination cabinet doubles as a toy organizer. Overall dimensions: 36"x19"x29" tall.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Sep-Oct 1992 (v.16#5) pg. 56

Toy box in the shape of a yellow school bus is ideal for storing stuffed animals, cloth dolls, etc.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1998 (v.22#6) pg. 26, Insert

Weekend toy box. A simple plywood box with butt-style corner joints which are concealed behind fluted moldings and plinth blocks. The lift-up top is padded with an upholstered cushion to form a seat.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL May-Jun 1999 (v.23#3) pg. 48

Toy box with access door on end and a hinged top.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1964 (v.20#6) pg. 19

Tank-car toy box made from aluminum or from pasteboard container about 10" in diameter. Reinforced with plywood and mounted on a plywood base with wheels.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1966 (v.22#3) pg. 30

Easy-to-build toy box is designed to fit under a dresser on legs.
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1966 (v.22#4) pg. 58

Toy box caboose has hinged roof for storage and rolls on hardwood wheels. Measures 15"x36"x20".
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1966 (v.22#6) pg. 32

A child's stuffed animals are displayed on a long shelf styled to look like the animal cages of a circus train.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1968 (v.24#3) pg. 54

Combination doll crib and toy box is a bed with solid ends and rail sides above a toy storage drawer 10" deep, 14" wide and 23" long.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1974 (v.30#3) pg. 26

How to build a simple toy chest that can withstand being climbed on and in.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1977 (v.33#3) pg. 4

A zoo of wooden animals for a child's room includes: (1) a wooden rocking zebra, (2) a rocking horse swing that suspends from the ceiling, (3) a lion toy chest, (4) a hippo hamper, (5) a giraffe clothes hanger and (6) a whale shaped chair.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1978 (v.34#6) pg. 66

Toybox shaped like an elephant.
WORKBENCH Jan-Feb 1979 (v.35#1) pg. 94

Heavy-duty toybox is shaped like a railroad boxcar. Sliding doors give access to the interior. The toybox rolls on eight working wheels. Box is 36" long, 17" wide, 12" deep.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1980 (v.36#6) pg. 45

Circus wagon toybox can be pulled around on its four wheels. Storage area measures 36" long, 18" wide and 17" deep.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1980 (v.36#6) pg. 64

Toy box or blanket chest design is based on some Swiss and Austrian pieces. Includes a carving based on an Austrian floral pattern. Dimensions: 36" long, 17" wide, 16" deep.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1982 (v.38#6) pg. 72

Versatile bench has two drawers in the base, plus a seat that lifts up to reveal additional storage. Use as a storage chest or toy box. Built from plywood. Styling reminicent of a church pew.
WORKBENCH May-Jun 1983 (v.39#3) pg. 24

Child's "18 wheeler" pull toy doubles as a toy box.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1983 (v.39#6) pg. 94
Correction WORKBENCH Mar-Apr 1984 (v.40#2) pg. 25

Quarter-scale utility vehicle/pickup truck will roll a short distance, but is ment to be a stationary toy. Could be made into a riding toy with some major modifications. Doubles as a toy box.
WORKBENCH Sep-Oct 1985 (v.41#5) pg. 76

Contemporary furniture for kids. (1) Toy box on casters. (2) Table. (3) Chair.
WORKBENCH Nov-Dec 1987 (v.43#6) pg. 46

Bear bearer. Bear-shaped whatnot shelf for holding a collection of teddy bears. Has three shelves. May be hung on a wall. Overall dimensions: 18"x12"x6" deep.
WORKBENCH Jul-Aug 1988 (v.44#4) pg. 51

Jungle room for a child. Features a headboard and footboard for a bed shaped and painted like an elephant, a toy chest shaped and painted like a tiger lying in the grass, and a jungle wall mural consisting of a green tree decorated with brightly-colored flowers, birds, snakes, etc.
WORKBENCH Oct-Nov 1994 (v.50#5) pg. 26
Correction WORKBENCH Aug-Sep 1995 (v.51#4) pg. 8