I have had a few people ask about the boys' toy treehouse & how we made it so I thought I would make a quick how-to post that included some of the details.
To start off, we cut off a 2 foot branch from a fallen tree. It is important to make sure the branch has several off-shoot branches and that there are no bug holes, which would compromise the stability of the branch once it is upright.
For the base, we used a heavy particle board. Unfortunately, our base proved to be too soft and the branch wobbled. I would recommend using a heavy hard wood, as little children tend lean on the treehouse as they play with it.
I used paper to make a template for the platforms and cut them out of a 1/2 inch hardwood board. Then came the fun details:
Peg steps for friends who cannot fly.
A comfy hammock.
Little clothespins that hold playsilks on the back of the treehouse.
A fun felt party banner set a festive atmosphere - fairies love a good party!
A pulley to lower and raise a bucket. (Made from 2 dowel rods & a toothpick)
Now, off to play!
A comfy hammock.
Little clothespins that hold playsilks on the back of the treehouse.
A fun felt party banner set a festive atmosphere - fairies love a good party!
A pulley to lower and raise a bucket. (Made from 2 dowel rods & a toothpick)
Now, off to play!
Just lovely, we have a small loft in our home and when the boys were small they would send items down to the ground in a flying fox, such fun. they have grown up now, cheers from an Autumn New Zealand. Marie
ReplyDeletenow that looks fun!
ReplyDeleteI love all the decorations youve added, it looks like so much fun
ReplyDeleteWhat a great space to provide tons of creative play for your kids! I wish I could make one for mine too :)
ReplyDeleteThis is just about the sweetest play house I have ever seen! Wish you could come make one for my house!
ReplyDeleteLove it! I didn't think to add a hammock when I made mine - I did add a bridge though: http://mylittleexplorer.wordpress.com/2011/07/18/toy-treehouse/
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