The play arch is a great activity for babies who cannot yet sit. It usually consists of a structure made of wood or plastic on which any number of toys hang. If the baby lies underneath, he or she can play with these toys. Of course, such game sheets can be bought ready-made. But today we would like to encourage you to build your own play arch. However, this is still not enough. To ensure that your baby stays cozy and warm, you also need a baby blanket that you can sew yourself. We have put together some ideas for the practical crawling mat with a play arch that you can copy so that your baby will no longer be bored. Try them!
As already mentioned, you can use different materials for the play arch. The same applies to the playmat. A wide variety of shapes are also suitable. Sew a rectangular or square blanket or choose a round shape. You then design the game sheet accordingly. So it's best to start with thatPlaymatif you would like to make a playmat with a play arch yourself.
Of course, the project becomes even easier if you use a finished blanket. A piece of fur is just as suitable. But make sure you choose suitable material when purchasing. Some artificial fur may irritate the baby's skin. How you design it depends on your taste and what you want to invest.
Working with wood is quick and easy. This is mainly because you can find the necessary elements in the hardware store, where you can have them cut to size. Everything is just assembled at home. You can find out how you can make a play mat with a play arch using wood using instructions below.
Also worth mentioning are the toys. The easiest way is to use ready-made toys made of plastic or fabric. You can also buy elements such as wooden balls or rings and then put them together yourself. Some bells make playing even more interesting for the baby. Toys can be sewn from felt and cotton for stuffing.
With these instructions you can make square or rectangular playmats yourself. Use any two fabrics. If you want a thick blanket, you can also use foam as filling. One of the fabrics should be slightly larger than the other. Place them on top of each other and secure the edges with pins. Then sew the hem of the playmat with a play bow.
These loops are used to keep the playing arch from slipping. It is advisable to make the play sheet now and use it as a template so that you know exactly where to sew the loops. If you would like a play mat with a play arch and music, then we recommend buying a ready-made play arch.
Here you can see an attractive variant. It is a so-called patchwork. The great thing is that you can use leftover fabric for this. You can just as easily cut the fabric into smaller pieces and then sew them together as desired. Create a square, rectangular or this hexagonal blanket.
If you have a little knowledge of crocheting or just want to try it out, you can also use this technique for a DIY playmat with a play arch. Use any colors. You can also design the blanket in the form of a cover by leaving one side open and putting it over a blanket, foam or a pillow. You can find the crochet instructions at the end of the article.
This variant is also a creative idea. It has a round shape and is sewn quite quickly. You can find out exactly how in the instructions at the end of the article. To hang the toys, a hula hoop is used, which is cut in half and also used to measure the material.
The way the play arch is attached is interesting. First the tire is covered with fabric. Then create such fabric circles that you attach with snap fasteners. Insert the snap fasteners into the cavity of the tire and sew them into place. The elements from the last photo are then attached to the playmat with play arch using the other parts of the snap fasteners.
The play arch can now be attached directly to the play mat by simply plugging the buttons into each other. This way nothing can slip while playing. Each bow has a few loops for tying the toys. Pin the tire pieces in place and tie them with ribbon where they intersect. The playmat with play arch is ready.
Here you can see a variant of a thick play mat with a play arch in an equally round shape. Simple foam was used as filling. This game sheet also consists of a cut sheetHula hoops, which is fixed to the mat in the same way. As an alternative, simple loops that hold the half rings in the correct position are also suitable.
We have already mentioned that you can create great play arches with wood. Above you can see simple instructions to follow. The most important thing is that the wood is sanded well to avoid injuries. If you want to paint the wood for the play mat with play arch, use a child-friendly product.
This game arch is a similar variant. If the legs are attached crosswise like here, the height can be corrected at any time. The selected height is then simply fixed with a cord so that the scaffolding can no longer be adjusted. Simple wooden rings and pompoms were chosen as toys. You can quickly make the latter yourself for the play mat with a play arch.
You can wonderfully reuse materials for the play mat with play arch. We have already mentioned the patchwork for the playmat. The play arch can be made from the legs of an old stool or coffee table. The variant above is very simple. The A-shaped legs are cut. A thin board with the toy is then inserted into the interface.
If you would like to be able to change the toys for the play mat with play arch particularly quickly, this is a great idea. Use ribbons to which you attach metal snap fasteners. Place the ribbon around the pole, which can also be made from an old broom handle, and insert the buttons into each other. Practical, isn't it?
It is even easier to work with pipes for the play mat with a play arch than with wood. Use lightweight plastic pipes as they are safer. You can only choose the connecting pieces made of metal. Cut the tubes to the desired length and then simply put them together. Hang any toys on the play arch.
Here you can see another variant for a play mat with a play arch made of pipes. How exactly you arrange the tubes is up to you. Even with such models, the toy can be easily replaced by simply removing the middle tube from the connecting elements. With such rings you can correct the length of the toy.
A play arch is also ideal for a baby seat. If you would like to build this variant instead of a playmat with a play arch, the play arch must also be a little higher. However, one thing is certain: no matter what type of play arch and play mat you create, your baby will simply be thrilled and always have a good time. Have fun imitating!
Instructions for crochet blankethere.
Instructions for blanket with loopshere.
Instructions for a round playmathere.
