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Inxens Dough Tools Set, 25 Pieces: Molds, Cutters, Face Parts
$15.99 $16.99
Kids' Crafts, Dough Tools and Miniatures
Choose a play dough tool set by how your child plays. The 25-piece set of molds, cutters and character parts suits toddlers who stamp and build; the 9-piece set of rolling pins, scissors, an extruder and wheel cutters suits kids ready to shape and cut; the 9-piece ice cream set is for pretend play and also works with sand. Dough is not included with any set. This category also holds small plastic miniatures, a 3.26 in violin, seven gold-tone instruments and a 1.77 in bench, made for dollhouses, dioramas and ornaments rather than play.
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Boieo
Boieo Miniature Musical Instruments, 7 Gold-Tone Plastic Pieces
$8.99
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Inxens Dough Tool Set, 9 Pieces with Rolling Pins and Scissors
$12.99 $14.99
Boieo
Boieo Mini Violin Model with Bow, 3.26 in Brown Plastic Decor
$7.99
Inxens
Inxens Ice Cream Dough Tools, 9 Pieces: 4 Cones, 4 Scoop Molds
$14.99
Boieo
Boieo Miniature Park Bench, 1.77 in White Plastic, 1 Piece
$7.99
Which play dough tool set should you choose?
| Set | Pieces | What's inside | Listed ages |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25-piece dough tools set | 25 | 12 molds, 6 rolling and cutting tools, 7 face and body parts | 2–4, supervised |
| 9-piece dough tool set | 9 | Large and small rolling pins, flat roller, scissors, extruder, knife, 2 wheel cutters, spatula | 3 and up |
| Ice cream dough set | 9 | 4 cones, 4 textured scoop molds, 1 serving scoop | 2–4 |
The 25-piece set is the easiest start. Kids press molds and cutters to make animals, hearts, stars, flowers and trees, then add face and body parts to build characters, without needing fine cutting skills. The 9-piece set is about technique: rolling pins of 7.2 and 4.9 in, plastic scissors, wheel cutters and an extruder for spaghetti-like strands suit kids who are ready to shape and cut on their own. The ice cream set gives one clear pretend-play routine (scoop, stack, serve) and also works with beach sand and moldable play sand.
Setting up a dough table
None of the sets include dough, so plan on your own modeling dough or soft clay. Set out a few tools at a time rather than the whole kit, and wipe the plastic pieces with a damp cloth after play. A dough table also makes a calm activity station at a kids' birthday party.
Some pieces are small. Stay with toddlers during dough play and count the pieces back in when you tidy up.
Miniatures for dollhouses, dioramas and ornaments
The miniatures are plastic display pieces for crafters and collectors, not toys for young children. Scale is the usual mistake with miniatures, so compare each measurement with your scene or figures before ordering.
- Tiny violin with bow: a 3.26 in brown violin with a separate 3.54 in bow, a black fingerboard and clear strings. It makes no sound, and no stand or case is included. Keep it away from children under 3.
- Gold mini musical instruments: seven gold-tone shapes (trumpet, saxophone, French horn, trombone, tuba, harp and cello), about 0.98 to 2.95 in each. For tree ornaments, add your own string or hooks, and handle the finish gently.
- Mini bench: one piece of white plastic, 1.77 x 1.18 x 1.18 in, ready to place with no assembly. It suits fairy gardens, shadow boxes and dioramas, but it is far too small for 12 in or 18 in dolls. Outdoors, keep it in a sheltered spot.
Frequently asked questions
Is modeling dough included with the dough tool sets?
No. All three sets are tools only, so bring your own modeling dough or soft clay. The ice cream set also works with beach sand and moldable play sand.
Which dough tool set suits a 2-year-old?
The 25-piece set and the ice cream set are sold for ages 2 to 4, and the 25-piece set is meant for supervised play. The 9-piece set, with plastic scissors and wheel cutters, is listed for ages 3 and up. Stay close to any toddler during play, since some pieces are small.
Are the plastic scissors and knife sharp?
No. They are lightweight plastic with smooth, rounded edges, sized for small hands and made for cutting dough.
Does the mini violin play music?
No. It is a 3.26 in plastic display model with a separate 3.54 in bow. It makes no sound, and it comes without a stand or case.
Can I hang the mini instruments on a Christmas tree?
Yes, with your own string, hooks or glue, because no hanging strings are included. The seven lightweight gold-tone pieces are about 0.98 to 2.95 in each, and the finish should be handled gently.
What size figures does the mini bench fit?
The bench is 1.77 x 1.18 x 1.18 in, so it seats small figurines, fairy garden figures and diorama characters. It is far too small for 12 in or 18 in dolls. Hold a figure against those measurements before ordering.