How to build a child’s pushcart
Ft and inch version This project shows how to make a child’s pushcart. This type of lumber cart is by no means new. In fact, the basic design has been around for many years, which is really a testament...
View ArticleHow to make a Rope Swing
The supporting branch or beam Introduction This is more or less your traditional basic rope swing, which might be seen hanging from the branch of a suitable tree in many a yard. In our case, although...
View ArticleHow to make a Plywood Playhouse
Introduction – Materials list Introduction, about the measurements and the material requirements This plywood playhouse can be dismantled and reassembled. I made this playhouse for my granddaughter’s...
View ArticleHow to make stilts
Introduction Stilts are simple to make and a lot of fun! These stilts have adjustable foot rests and can be used by kids aged from around 8 years to adults. They are a great tool to improve a kids...
View ArticleBuilding a seesaw with sliding seats
Introduction This seesaw has adjustable seats that are able to slide along the seesaw beam making it possible to balance a couple of riders of different weights. The seats can be moved and locked in...
View ArticleBuild a kids table and bench
Preface These plans and instructions were authored by request from a young lady who was about to embark on her first ever woodworking project. The young ladies name is Rose and she wanted to make an...
View ArticleHow to build a kid’s play cottage
Introduction, measurements, wood sizes Introduction The roof on this kid’s cottage does require some thought, but with a bit of patience and by carefully following the plans and instructions you will...
View ArticleHow to make an elf cave
Preface I first co-authored this project with my daughter Roseanne in 2004-2005. It was one of five projects we were commissioned to do for a book called ‘DIY for kids – book two’. That book was...
View ArticleHow to build a dollhouse
Preface How it started “Granddad, could you please make me a dollhouse for my birthday?”That’s where it all started.I had made dollhouses before for my kids, but that was some thirty years ago.I...
View ArticleHow to build a kids multipurpose easel
Introduction and the parts list An easy project to make. It can be built without the use of any power tools. This is a good, simple, easy-to-make kid’s easel that can be used for a blackboard, a...
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