Waybuloo

My five year old niece loves Waybuloo - a BBC kids' show with bright green grass and soft mood music. Think Tellytubbies with yoga. These computer generated Pipkins float around and try to encourage movement and exercise. At least I think they do as I have only watched the show a couple of times. It seems to be popular among this age group and I am sure most parents of young children will know what I am talking about.

Nock-Tock, De Li, Yojojo, Lau Lau

There are dolls and books and teddies available from toyshops, but I decided that I would go one better and make my own for her birthday. She is now the proud owners of four Pipkins - Lau Lau, Nock-Tock, Yojojo and De Li.

The design evolved as the toys were made, so there are variations in each one. De Li is a little chubbier than I would have liked and their faces are not as oval as they should have been. My perfectionist daughter also declared that Lau Lau's head was too floppy. But my niece is ever so pleased with them. They are a perfect size for little hands to hold and for babies to lick.

They are also able to fit in the doll's house to watch television.

Tomorrow I will try to post individual photos of each one.