Who does not know the new trend that has conquered the world? Fidget Spinner – the toy for all ages. Maybe that’s why the spinners have become so popular. The trend toy has arrived in Germany and is extremely popular. The last trend is to build a fidget spinner yourself. How does it work? There are many variations – paper, coins, metal … on the internet you will find a whole range of ideas. But we have specially selected the best for you and collected here in video tutorials! Let yourself be inspired!
What is Fidget Spinner and why the kids and adults love it?
The Fidget Spinner means, generally translated, fidgety gyroscope. It is a kind of spinning top that is rotated between two fingers (as you can see in the picture above). Already on YouTube and in German schoolyards different tricks for turning are displayed. The Fidget Spinner is balanced, thrown, caught, and can perform various figures as he keeps moving. The reason: “It’s really fun to twist something in your hands, between two fingers. This is totally relaxing. Relaxation is also the reason why the trend toy is also very popular among adults. No special features? But!
Fidget Spinner features – what fascinates adults?
The spinner is not only a mirror but also an anti-stress device. With a hand wheel it provides for stress reduction. People who are prone to nervousness should definitely try a fidget spinner. The use of a spinner can help to reduce the inner turmoil in order to prevent the behavior of a “Zappelphilipps”. Just like the kids, playing with the spinner is also a lot of fun. That relaxes properly! Buying a Fidget Spinner is not expensive at all and you will find it in different variants.
What spinner types are there and how can we do it ourselves?
The spinners are available in a variety of forms on the market. One thing is the same for them all: they have their typical ball bearing in the middle. This means that if you own or buy such a ball bearing, you can easily build the other parts yourself. We have already found some variants and clever ideas on YouTube. In our picture gallery you will find illustrated DIY instructions for Fidget Spinner made of paper, from CDs, from plastic lids and many other suggestions. Take a look here for a video tutorial on how to make a spinner out of paper and coins yourself!
Build fidget spinner yourself – video tutorial
Own a unique spinner toy like no one else has! Make fidget paper spinners and paint them colorfully
DIY instructions:
You do not need any material for this DIY project. With the colors you can vary, that is mostly a matter of taste and here we recommend you to let your imagination run free. The colors: red, pink, green and blue are perfect for the target.
Spinner made of wood build yourself: Video instructions
Fidget spinner made of plastic lid
This is how it works:
With coins you can do the best tricks when turning
Fidget spinners are the perfect replacement for the ballpoint pen button for nervous, or anxiety-stricken people of all ages. As a parent, you’ll put a smile on your child’s face if you do not buy the Fidget Spinner, but build it yourself. So it has a unique spinner, which nobody has in the school. And that’s important for the kids. Something more important – made with love!
Make spinner yourself: instructions with old CDs
The required materials
The new trend: Lego Spinner