You may not be able to see your family right now but you still want your baby to know who they are. This personalized baby puzzle is perfect for a time like this.

Carli Hein August 28, 2020

DIY Personalized Family Photo Baby Wood Shapes Puzzle

It can be challenging finding toys that are personal and meet the developmental needs of your child. Hey hey, I’m Carli from Hein and Dandy, a blog all about DIY and life! Recently my baby has not been able to see our family with travel restrictions and other reasons so I wanted to make sure that she would be able to know who they are. I admit that my baby Bria had no idea at 7 months how to get the shapes back into the right puzzle piece but someday soon she will! This DIY tutorial will help your baby learn shapes, cognitive skills, and family members! Even dogs(if you are so blessed to have doggies too!) Let’s get started!

Your baby loves seeing faces! Make this custom puzzle filled with loved ones to help your baby's memory and dexterity!

SUPPLIES:

Wood Puzzle
Canon Printer
Photo Printer Paper
Mod Podge
Pen
Scissors
Paint Brush
Family Pictures

Print

I used my Canon printer to print on a 8.5 x 11 inch piece of photo paper. When making your family face collage, make sure that there is at least a 2 inch face area as most the shapes are around that size!

Trace

Place the shapes over the faces to figure out which shapes fit best. Outline with a Sharpie marker making sure not to get any on the wood blocks.

Cut

Cut around your trace.

Mod Podge

Use your paint brush to Mod Podge the pictures into the puzzle.

First layer of Mod Podge on the wood intentation on the puzzle. Place the photo in the hole and use your finger to smooth any bubbles out. Finally add the last layer of Mod Podge over the entire photo. Repeat for all 9 shapes.

Let Dry

Time to Play

Hein & Dandy is a blog founded on crafts and creative writing, inspired by adventure and wellness. Make sure to check out our website for new projects and inspiration!

As with all our DIY tutorials, if you create one of our projects please send us a picture – We Love Seeing Your Creativity! If you use Instagram or Twitter please use the hashtag #SomethingTurquoiseDIY and it will show up on our Get Social page. Happy Crafting!

DIY Tutorial Credits

Photography + DIY Tutorial: Carli Hein of Hein & Dandy // Wood Puzzle: Amazon // Canon Printer: Amazon // Photo Paper: Amazon // Paint Brush: Amazon // Mod Podge: Amazon