If you’ve got kids, then the back garden is likely to be a constant source of entertainment for them. This is the way it should be: children benefit from outdoor play, especially if it’s at the expense of constant screen time.
DIY enthusiasts might construct an outdoor play area without spending over the odds. There are a few safety precautions to observe, and you’ll want to thoroughly test everything before letting your children loose on it – but many of the devices you can construct will actually end up being more robust than the ones you can buy from the shops.
A swing
A good swing will require a few timber beams, which you can cut to shape and size in a matter of moments or in slightly longer with a protractor and a hand-saw. All of the weight is going to be borne by the places where the crossbeam meets the supporting struts.
If the swing is heavy enough, you’ll struggle to topple it – but you might want to fix it into the ground, too. Follow some instructions, and don’t forget to seal the timber so that the swing lasts for a few years.
Set a tightrope
Tightrope walking is a great challenge – and a workout for little legs and minds, too. You don’t need to position the tightrope too far above the ground – just make sure that it’s tight, even when under pressure, and that it’s strung between two fixed positions. You can build the supporting structures with the help of the right sheet of timber.
Mud pie station
Messy play is something that children of all ages enjoy. Having a dedicated place where your child is free to play in the mud – especially if it’s mud that you know is clean. Just cordon off a small area and fill it with some suitable containers. If you have any pots in the kitchen that you’d like to upgrade, then they can lead a new life out in the garden.
Create a miniature world
Miniature worlds, also known as dioramas or scale models, offer a unique opportunity to shrink down reality and create enchanting, detailed, and immersive environments that transport us to another place and time. In this article, we will delve into the art of creating miniature worlds, exploring the creative process, the tools and techniques involved, and the sense of wonder these tiny realms can inspire.
In some cases, you might want to embark on a project that will stretch your creative muscles and result in an enduring, fun playground. Try to think of a few themes, ideally in collaboration with your kids. Then think about how you can arrange a few items to create a play area that’s made to fit the available space.
Small details can really help to elevate the space, and create a sense of magic and wonder. A hollowed-out log might be turned into a home for elves or fairies, and tiny footprints might offer a suggestion that something interesting is afoot. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination!
