Make Your Own...
Sticky Box
With a plastic basket and some icky, gooey toys you can create a developmental resource that will help your child learn to play with different textures.
Spring Flower Arrangement
Collect bright flowers and fragrant herbs and put them all together to make this beautiful (and easy) flower arrangement.
Story Boxes
Place a favorite book and some items you can probably find around your house to accompany the story in a box and voilà! you've created a wonderful hands-on literacy experience for your child.
Make Your Own Sippy Cup!
Here's a super-simple cup that is easy to hold, weighs very little, and has an indestructible straw. This is an ideal first cup for kids just learning how to hold their own cups and drink from straws.
Make Your Own Mini Play Area!
Sometimes you don't have the space, time, or money to invest in a large sensory play area, or maybe you already have a large play area and are looking for more fun ways to entertain and stimulate your blind baby. We've got the solution for you!
Make Your Own Sensory Play Area!
What if you could design your own play area that would stimulate your baby's senses and make them feel safe and willing to explore at the same time? You probably have questions about what it is, how it works, and how to make one. We'll answer all your questions and take you through the building process step-by-step...
Make Your Own Cake!
Get your child in the kitchen and have them help you bake a cake. It's a fun activity, a great experience, and yummy, too!
Make Your Own Can Puzzle!
If your child struggles with fine motor skills, it can be hard for them to grasp a block and drop it in a hole. Here is an easy project that will help them learn this skill with only one shape and one hole!
Make Your Own Ball Pit!
Are you looking for a way to entertain your kids on a cold winter day? How about bringing the ball pit from your local arcade into your own home? You'll be amazed how much fun you can conjure up with just a few bags of colorful balls and a bath tub!
Make Your Own Braille Bag!
Are you looking for a cute and personalized bag for your little one? Do you want to introduce your child (and their friends) to braille? Well, we've got a project that's so easy you'll wonder why you didn't think of it yourself! Here's the how-to...
Make Your Own Texture Bag!
With some extra fabric, a sewing machine, and a little creativity you can make a fun bag of textures for your blind child. Here's the how-to...
Make Your Own Toy Basket!
All you really need is a basket and some toys and you're well on your way to creating a fun and educational toy for your visually impaired baby. Here's how to do it...
Make Your Own Reversible Blanket!
Contrast can be very important to a baby who can't see well, so why not make a blanket that encourages high contrast and helps your baby see as best as they can?
Make Your Own Scented Rattle!
It's so easy to make a rattle for your baby that also has its own unique smell. Teach your baby about cause and effect with the sound while you teach them about scents too! Here's the simple how-to...
Make Your Own Bottle Holder!
Using some very simple tools and taking all of about ten minutes, you can make your own bottle holder out of bright and contrasting colored fabric. If your child is visually impaired, encourage him to use what little sight he has by covering his bottle in a fun, soft holder. Here's how...
Make Your Own Braille Clock!
Are you looking for a fun and inventive gift to make for a friend? Or maybe you just want to have some crafty fun with your kids? Here's our idea for a beautiful Braille Clock - and you'll be amazed at how easy it is!
Make Your Own Touch Book!
Ivan received a wonderful gift from his Aunty Cori... His very own Touch Book! Since Ivan is blind and interacts with his environment predominantly through touch and sound, Aunty Cori decided to put together a book of textures for him to feel. You can make your own touch book, too. It's easy and fun and can be a great gift for a visually impaired child... or anyone!
Make Your Own Simple Jack-O-Lantern!
Learn how to make a simple Jack-o-Lantern with no cutting or scooping required!
Make Your Own Halloween Pumpkin Costume!
Thinking about entering daddy and baby in the Halloween costume contest this year? Look no further! We've got a simple costume design you can put together with materials laying about your house. Here's the how-to...
Tactile Easter Crafts
We've collected the best tactile Easter crafts from around the internet. Have fun making threaded Easter eggs or paper flowers with your blind child this year!