These darling wooden peg sorting and matching dolls are fun to play with and educational, too! Each doll is painted a color of the rainbow with a matching pot to sit inside. Match each doll with her pot! This post contains affiliate links to the products used in the project.
If you like our wooden peg sorting dolls you'll love these salt dough trucks for imaginative play.
I love simple toys like this. Ones that are easy to make and adored by my little girl.
I found this wooden doll and cups set at Joann's, but I've seen them at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, and on Amazon as well. There are so many cute ways to decorate these dolls. Check out these Super Hero peg dolls from Views from a Step Stool.
I painted each doll and matching cup with acrylic paint and then applied a clear coat of spray paint. After they were dry, I used a thin sharpie pen to add the faces.
Wooden Peg Sorting and Matching Dolls
Wooden Peg Sorting and Matching Dolls
These darling wooden peg sorting and matching dolls are fun to play with and educational, too! Each doll is painted a color of the rainbow with a matching pot to sit inside. Match each doll with her pot!
Yield: 1 set
Cost: $15
Equipment
- blow dryer, optional
Materials
Instructions
- Paint each doll and cup 1 color.
- Let paint dry completely. Optional: use blow dryer to speed up drying process.
- Spray dolls and cups with clear spray paint.
- Let dry completely.
- Add facial details using ultra fine point permanent marker.
Notes
DO NOT add facial details before spraying the dolls with clear spray paint. The clear coating will make the pen ink run.
Kaylee loves her "babies". She has had so much fun matching them and it drives her CRAZY if she sees one in the wrong colored cup. Aaron likes to switch them on purpose 🙂 The boys like playing with them too.
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This post is a quick refresh of a post originally shared in 2011.
Brittany S. says
what size is the pegs and wooden holders? Pretty please 🙂 Trying to order them to make for my little one along with some other DIY wooden Montessori Toys
Brandy@Gluesticks says
Hi Brittany,
I apologize for the wait. I saved this e-mail to reply to and then it got pushed down on the list. The pegs are about 2" tall and 3/4" wide. The cups are 1 1/2" tall and 1" wide. Good luck! I hope your little ones adores them! 🙂
Jamie Gupton says
Fabulous and Pin'd! Thank you!
Ajaire says
I'm definitely pinning these to remember to make them when my 8 month old gets a little older. Great idea!
Sarah AJ says
I just made a set last week. Thanks for the inspiration!
http://sarahjanesews.blogspot.com/2012/01/sorting-matching-peg-dolls.html
Ceciley2007 says
LOVE LOVE THIS!!!!
Will be making these for my daughter!!!
Check out my blog!
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Andi @ Jane of all crafts says
I finally made these!! I love this idea, thanks so much for the inspiration! Here's my post about them if you get a chance:
http://www.janeofallcrafts.com/2011/10/wooden-peg-dolls.html
Thanks!!!
Vanessa says
Great idea!! I might just have to do this as a stocking stuffer for my little guy this xmas!
Lisa H. (Sewing or Something) says
What kind of paint did you use?
Stacy@{share and remember} says
I love these! I think I'll look for them at Joann's tonight! New to your site, going to look around now!
hotdish momma says
This is a very cute idea! I might have to add this to the "to-do" list. My 15 month hold would love the little dolls. The color sorting would be great for her to work on learning colors soon too. Thanks for sharing!
Angel says
So adorable! I made a set too and linked you. Thanks for sharing your great idea!
http://hermit-the-blog.blogspot.com/2011/04/easter-baskets-for-kids.html
MessyMissy says
I just adore these matching dolls. They are the sweetest!! Thanks so much for linking up to A Marvelous Mess party!! Be sure to come back next Monday. 🙂 http://marvelouslymessy.blogspot.com
Becky says
I made these after seeing them here and give you props. Thanks for a fabulous idea! http://vermontwhitneys.blogspot.com
RedTedArt says
Spring Get Crafty is now out!!! This are sooo cute and I have featured them!!
http://www.redtedart.com/2011/03/01/spring-get-crafty/ thanks for a lovely craft to include!
Maggy
Pin and Paper says
These are absolutely adorable! I had to make a set of my own. I posted pictures of my finished ones on my blog and linked back to you.
http://pinandpaper.blogspot.com/2011/03/little-wooden-cuteness.html
KJ@letsgoflyakite says
I just found you via Red Ted's featured projects. This is absolutely adorable. Wonderful project idea.
jennie w. says
Love this! I think I'll make some for a birthday party we have coming up.
Elizabeth says
Love this idea. Might have to see about making a set or three for our daycare provider. I think she would love using them with the little ones. May need to make a set for home too, our daughter could use some help learning colors!
[email protected] says
These are so cute! Love them! Thanks for sharing ... I'll be linking. And please come join my link party anytime!
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-Sam says
So cute! I featured you on my blog today, have a great weekend!
http://samanthamcnesby.blogspot.com/2011/02/valentines-day-crafts-round-up-2.html
Jennifer says
Such a cute idea, and I love your little polka dots! I featured you today on my favorite things 🙂
http://sunshineandchaucer.blogspot.com/2011/02/my-favorite-things.html
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Oh your blog is just AWESOME,,, NEVER been here before, and I"M SO excited to have found it. THANKS to you finding your way to mine first, YAYY.
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That little peg doll project is so cute. I love it, love the colors you picked, and LOVE your pretty little girl, with her concentration face on, and her SHORT little bangs. I simply adore little girls, with short bangs, I think it's just the CUTEST thing ever.
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Mama Peck says
Adorable! I know just the little girl to make these for too. Thanks for posting this cute idea!
Mary Ellen says
What a darling idea!! Wish I had some little ones to make these for!
Eva Marie Harp says
My little gril would love these. Very nicely done.
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Christine says
What a cute and fun idea! Definitely something to add to my 'one day' pile!
Coffee@3 says
These are adorable!!! Love the bright colors you chose.
Brook says
Great idea! My two year old daughter would love these! So cute.
Jensamom23 says
What a great idea! These are adorable and so clever. Great job!
MMB Creations says
This is just too cute. I love it. Bookmarked.
The $500 Wedding says
I love these! I made something similar to these but I like this idea better because it encourages critical thinking and matching which is good for my little toddlers. Thank you for sharing!
Nikki says
I love how simple and cute they are. I can handle that!
marie says
This is such a wonderful toy! Perfect for my three grandchildren. I guess I better get busy because these would be a great addition to their Easter baskets!
Thanks for sharing!
Mormishmom says
Such a darling idea! I saw you at Creation Corner. I'd love if you linked up to TOO Cute Tuesday over at Funky PolkaDot Giraffe!
http://funkypolkadotgiraffe.blogspot.com/2011/02/too-cute-tuesday-linky-par-tay.html
Jenn Erickson says
Saw your link-up at Fun To Craft and just had to stop by to pay my compliments! I've played around with those little unfinished peg people before, mostly as cupcake toppers, but I have to say that your combination of the pegs and the cups, and the whimsical way you decorated them is my favorite creation ever!
I'm a new follower and look forward to enjoying your future projects!
Jenn/Rook No. 17
Kim @ Cheap Chic Home says
Hi Brandy, your sorting dolls are so cute. I like the creative "hat" method, too! Hugs, Kim
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
That is adorable, Brandy! I may have to steal this idea and make some for my granddaughter {Although I have time ~ she's onlhy 6 months old!}.
Chris says
These are darling. You did such a fine job painting these cuties.
Cheryl says
These are so cute. I've got to get some of those & make a few.
Tawny says
Aww that's just precious and a great idea! 🙂
angie says
these are adorable! i am so excited to make some. thanks for linking up at my party!
Mayje says
They are so cute! Saw your link at Strut-Your-Stuff link party.
jenn says
cute and a half! Super adorable, i'm going to totally copy this for my niece’s birthday present! Thanks!!
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Megan says
wow, these are so fun! i'm definitely going to have to make my own!
Desert Shelter Girl says
These are wonderful! Love the colors and practicality.
Christine says
Hey Brandy
Really love this idea! Such a great toy for kids!!
Christine
greatoakcircle.com
Lauren @ YoungNester says
What a great idea! What kind of camera do you have? You take great photos!
MessyMissy says
LOVE IT!!!! I showed my Munchkin and we now know that I'll be making these very soon.:-) Thanks so much for the inspiration!!
kiki comin says
cute idea. i love it.
Jennifer Juniper says
this is darling! I wouldn't have know what to do with those items!
Shelia says
Oh, these are just the cutest things! You are so creative.
be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Christine Jargick says
these are so cute! I prefer to make kids toys, not buy them. these are perfect and it looks like she really enjoys them. I hope that you will link them to my Show and Share linky party, going on all week. http://craftygeordi.blogspot.com/2011/01/hi-everyone-i-had-busy-day-yesterday.html
amy@flexibledreams says
I LOVE these! Nice work.
I'm featuring you on my blog today. Stop by and grab your button!!
http://flexibledreams.blogspot.com/2011/02/featuring-diy-sorting-dolls.html
Tori says
Such a great idea! I can see my daughter "concentrating" like that with these too! I'll have to put this one on my list for sure.
Tami / Maddie Lumpkin says
Very Cute! Very creative idea. My granddaughter would love these.
Kristy Armstrong says
Love, love, love these! Think I might have to try making some!
Q @ JAQS says
Those are so adorable. Very creative and fun!
Lisa says
This is definitely going on my TO-DO list! So stinkin cute!
~The Bargain Babe says
Visiting from linky party at These Creative Juices.
LOVE these dolls! You did a great job. 🙂
The Crafty Side Of Life says
This is the most adorable idea!!!! LOVE it!!
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-Amy
Melanna says
Cute, cute, cute! I think this will be on the list of Christmas presents to make for my daughter and niece. Thanks for sharing!
Jello says
Love it! Such a neat and adorable idea! Will keep this in mind...
Cap Creations says
These are adorable, I love them! Gonna put this one on the list of summer activities with my boys! I think they can paint their own!
Katertot says
These are absolutely adorable! I'm definitely making some. Thanks for the idea!
Stacy says
That is so stinkin' cute! What a clever idea 🙂
Stephanie says
Those are cute and it's even cuter that she loves to keep them matched! Aaron's such a good big brother to keep her busy matching them. 🙂 I may have to make some of those for fun and give them as a gift.
wayside wanderer says
Very cute and creative (baby girl and her toy) =)
Liz says
What a fantastic idea! My daughter would love these!
Stacy @ She's {kinda} Crafty says
I LOVE this idea! Gonna have to add this to my to-do list!
Amy says
These are adorable! My girls would love to play with something like this. Now to wait for the snowstorm to pass so I can get to Michaels and buy some materials. Thanks for sharing!
Holly says
I absolutely love these! Thanks for sharing!
Heather says
Oh my goodness these are too cute! They are totally going on my gift list!! Thank you so much for sharing these!
ScrapinShana says
OMG, soooo cute!! I will have to try and figure out a boy version of these to make for my little man. I know he will love it! =)
Chantal says
Gorgeous! A delightful toy - both educational and looks adorable. Love it.
taidyeoriginal says
these are truly adorable. I am going to have to add these to the "must make" pile!
~tai
Haley says
I think I have to add this to the must make list. Thanks for sharing!
Charlotte says
SO CUTE!
Kelsey-N-Tim says
cute idea!