Garden Games For The Whole Family
Garden games are a great way to bring the family together.
Summer will arrive eventually, so lets prepare to make the most of the great outdoors.
Here are my ideas for garden games and activities for the young and the young at heart.
I have shown links to the source of the photos and, wherever available, a link to detailed instructions on how to make the game.
Lawn Dominoes
dreamlittlebigger.com
Size of dominoes 6″ x 1″ Number of dominoes 28
Wood….. 4 no. 8′ boards 6″ wide 2″ deep (Allows for wastage)
Cut into 28 No 6″ lengths, sand the ends and stain (Walnut)
Make stencils to ensure the dots and centre line are applied accurately
You can find full details here
Four in a Row
andreasnotebook.com
This game is not as easy as you may think. You have to continually plan ahead and revise your strategy when things go wrong.
You will find excellent instructions to build Four In A Row here
Yard Dice
dallas.momcollective.com
Cut 5 No. cubes of wood from a 4″ x 4″ post
Sand the sides thoroughly
Stain. paint or leave the wood natural….the choice is yours
Use a circular foam brush to apply the pips
A real dice will provide a guide…..
Jenga
dallas.momcollective.com
Purchase 5 No. 8′ long 2″ x 3″ boards and cut into 54 No. 71/2″ lengths
1 No. 10′ long 1″ x 8″ board will make a storage box which doubles as a stand.
Sand each block using a belt sander if possible.
Paint the blocks, wait until dry and then apply a clear wax to stop them sticking. The colour of the paints used for the these blocks was pure white, real teal. pimento, paradise sky and cherries jubile.
Full instructions can be found here
Ring Toss also known as Quoits
momendeavors.com
Cut 18″ square board into a circle
Cut 7/8″ dowel into 4 No. 11″ lengths and 1 No. 13″ length
Drill five 7/8″ holes in the board and paint to your own colour scheme
Make the rings of 1/2″ nylon rope cut into 12″ lengths. Wrap with coloured duct tape
Full instructions can be found here
Wendy House
ilikesheds.com
Although you could go out and buy a brand new shed. why not purchase one on eBay or tittivate one you already have, Take a look at brand new wendy houses on the net for inspiration.
Marble Toss
prettyhandygirl.com
This is a very simple game to make if you follow these instructions
The lettering and numbers have been created using a Dremel Fortiflex
Kubb
thisoldhouse.com
These are the game pieces required to play Kubb….
1 No. King Kubb 4″ x 4″ x 12″ long
10 No. Kubb blocks 23/4″ square x 6″ long
6 No. 13/4″ dia. x 12″ long
4 No. dowels 3/4″ dia x 12″ long
For full instructions on how to make these pieces click here
The rules for Kubb can be found here
Seesaw
demetriousports-eshop.com
Do make sure that your seesaw is safe for your littleuns to use. Only use the best quality wood, which has been pressure treated to resist rot.
Place the seesaw on a firm base, either a concrete pad or thick paving slabs.
Comprehensive instructions on how to construct a seesaw can be found here
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Mini Skittles
remodelaholic.com
This is a straightforward build……there is a little bit of cheating as you may have to buy 10 unfinished wooden bowling pins.
A cutting list and comprehensive instructions are available here
Swing
Pinterest Pionik.
This swing is great fun……….ideal for a young lady who loves horses!
The body of the horse is made from a small. upcycled cable reel and you will have to source a second hand child’s saddle for the seat.
You will have to draw upon your creativity to make the head from a thick piece of plywood.
Plinko
A Turtle’s Life For Me
Comprehensive instructions on how to make a Plinko board can be found here
After making the board you will have to decide what to use for the counters. They could be checkers as used in draughts, washers or even golf balls, especially if you plan to cover the front with a clear sheet of plastic.
Learn how to play the game.
Tree House
instructables.com
The design of your tree house will have to adapted to suit the trees you have available. Less bracing will be required if you can use 2 or 3 trees for support.
Don’t forget that the trees will grow, so you may have to alter the support bracing and the floor as time goes by.
Comprehensive instructions to build this tree house can be found here
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Slide Tower
instructables.com
You will have to purchase the slide. Look for ‘Childrens Large Freestanding Wavy Garden Slide’ on Amazon.
Full step by step instructions for the construction of the slide tower can be found here
Enjoy having fun with your garden games.
You may like to read some of my other articles……
Enhance Outdoor Living With Self Build Projects
Pallet Furniture…..15 Great Projects To Make Yourself
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