My toddler found a new fascination with wallets and cards of all types while we were discovering ways for her to play while traveling. She already had an old wallet of mine in her toy box, but I decided to spice it up a bit for her by adding cards and play money, since taking things out and putting them back in is one of her favorite ways to play.
I started with a couple “souvenirs” from our Disney trip – Wreck-It Ralph’s autograph card (one of her favorites) and our used park tickets. Then I added one of Daddy’s business cards and an old rewards card from our pharmacy.
I also printed and laminated some play money and added some wooden “coins” in the coin purse.
Other things you could add: any empty gift cards, fake credit cards/airline cards sent in the mail, wallet size photos (or pictures from magazines).
Now we have a simple, inexpensive toddler toy that is easy to throw in my purse or diaper bag to entertain my little one on the go!
Written by Alicia
Eliza Jane Curtis
Thursday 23rd of March 2017
What did you use for laminating? I'm planning a similar project and I'd like to laminate some photos to go in her wallet, just wondering what's the best stuff to use for laminating. Thanks!!
Karen
Thursday 19th of January 2023
@Nicole, I use packaging tape it's cheap and easy way to laminate per say for little ones.basically water/chew proofing
Nicole
Friday 24th of March 2017
I have a Scotch Thermal Laminator and the laminating pouches that go with it. I use it all the time! You can also take it to an office store and have them laminate it for you.
M C Dobbs
Tuesday 22nd of November 2016
Love this! My granddaughter loves going through our wallets and purses. Where did you get the pattern for the wallet. I don't see a link or instructions. Did I miss it?
Nicole
Tuesday 29th of November 2016
The wallet is just an inexpensive one we picked up at the store.
Renae
Thursday 23rd of January 2014
Super cute! I have to remember this!