Freeplay kit: 65 pieces

Makedo freeplay kit for one is a set of 65 connecting components that enable children to make things from the materials around them - making it the ultimate eco-friendly gift.

Using the various elements in the kits children can recycle cardboard, plastic, fabric and other materials to create new objects and structures. A great use for old cardboard boxes and other packaging materials, Makedo is only limited by the materials at hand.

Children will enjoy and adults will love to get involved in constructing new play objects, furniture, costumes - just about anything - from items that would normally be thrown away. If children tire of one creation, simply pull it apart and make something new.

Makedo can be used in so many ways to make so many things that any child will find a way to use the parts.

Each Makedo set is a combination of these three parts:

The re-clip is a pin and a clip which are used to clamp materials together and is easily removed with a simple squeeze to use again.

The lock-hinge pivots freely or locks into a fixed position. It is used to join or create a corner between two materials or be used to form a swiveling moving part such as a door or the visor on a knights helmet.

The safe-saw is the tool of the kit and can be used to punch holes and cut through various types of card without risk of injury.

Through just these three widgets the Makedo range opens up a whole world of possible creations. For larger building ambitions Toyella also stock the Makedo freeplay kit for three (165 pieces). Or to encourage children to find specific parts try the Makedo find and make robot or playhouse.

Why we love this toy:

Upcycling at its most creative!