Beeswaxing Wooden Toys

A Simple Craft in Beeswax & Wood

As a toy designer and a mother to three artistic children, I find immense joy in sharing crafts that nurture creativity, connection, and care for our beloved playthings. One of my favorite activities is beeswaxing wooden toys. This simple yet rewarding process not only gives wooden toys a beautiful shine but also makes them waterproof! Imagine the delight on your child's face when they can bring their favorite wooden toys into the pool or bathtub after they have been lovingly beeswaxed.

What You'll Need:

Steps

1. Preparation: Begin by gathering your materials and setting up a cozy workspace. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage your child in the preparation process, fostering a sense of involvement and anticipation.

2. Applying the Beeswax: Using your hands or a cloth, take a liberal scoop of the beeswax and apply it generously to all sides of the toy. Work the extra beeswax into the surface of the wood with your cloth. Using circular motions to work the beeswax in can be helpful.

3. Letting it Sit: Once the toy is thoroughly coated, set it aside for several hours or overnight. The extra beeswax on the surface will gradually soak into the wood.

4. Enjoy playing with your beautiful wooden toy! Take it to the pool or into the bath. Remember to keep wooden toys out of the bright sun for long periods of time to avoid drying out and fading.

Learning to care for their wooden toys is an enriching experience for children. By engaging in this simple craft together, you create lasting memories and instill in your child a love for caring for their belongings. Each time they play with their beeswaxed toy, they will recall the shared moments of creativity and care that went into preserving it.

Do you beeswax your wooden toys? What other ways do you teach your children to care for their toys? Let me know in the comments section of this journal post.

xoxo,

Sarah