DIY Volcano Wooden Stacker

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Using scrap lumber, I made a little volcano stacker.  I created the stacker using a pattern from Erin Freuchtel-Dearing’s book, Natural Wooden Toys.  The stacker was a really simple and easy project.  I was able to complete the project within one afternoon using supplies I had on hand.  Best of all, the toy seems to be a hit with the little guy!

The  Tools and Supplies

The following is a list of a few tools and supplies I gathered to create the volcano stacker:

• Natural Wooden Toys Book
• Scroll Saw
• Scrap Lumber
• Acrylic Paint
• Mod Podge
• Dremel (for sanding the curves)

Making the Stacker

Step 1:  Prepare the board.

I grabbed a 1×12 board from my scrap wood pile and gave it a really good sanding.

Step 2:  Trace the pattern.

Using tracing paper, I made a copy of the volcano stacker pattern from the book.  I then applied the pattern to my board.

Step 3:  Cut  out the shape and sand the edges.

Next, I used my scroll saw to cut out the four pieces that made up the volcano.  I then sanded down the rough edges.

Step 4:  Paint and seal the stacker.

I used acrylic craft paints and followed the same color scheme as the project in the book.  Once the paint dried I applied Mod Podge (Matte Finish) to seal the stacker.

The Completed Stacker

Overall, I am pretty happy with the final project.  However, next stacker there are two things I would do differently.  One, I would do a better job sanding the edges.  Sanding is my least favorite thing to do!  In this project I took a shortcut there and it shows.  Two, I would take my time painting and sealing.  Once again, I took a shortcut and it shows.  Now, my little boy could care less!  He is really drawn to the toy and has not become bored of it yet.   I am super excited about trying other projects from the book and experimenting with original designs of my own!