This Do-it-yourself projects category features a collection of DIY free woodworking plans to build playhouses, childens clubhouses, playgrounds and kids play forts, from woodworker related web sites. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality.
Wow, I would have loved having a rocket fort for the backyard when I was a kid. This is a big project but well worth it for the kids to use their imaginations. Free plans and step-by-step instructions are available at the link.
This backyard climbing wall was built using construction lumber and exterior grade plywood. The kids will enjoy this for hours once you build it. Follow the instructions at the link to build your own.
Free plans at the link to build this 6 x 6 foot outpost playhouse. Perfect size for the backyard.
Tackling a little project like this may inspire you to build a full-size cordwood house, including design features, personal innovations, masonry mud recipe.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an outdoor play structure for children. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
Here is the original article from the March - April 1959 Deltagram Rockwell Manufacturing Company - A Deltacraft Publication.
A single page PDF documents showing the basic blueprint of a 25 ft by 42 ft club house. Layout includes a kitchen, fireplace, studwall, gable roof and raised wood floor. PDF number 5603.
This sturdy tetter board makes the small children happy both indoors and out. The material used was hardwood such as birch but pine will do almost as well.
Everyone-young or old-needs a place to call his or her own . . . and for the tyke of the house, what could be better than a toy chest that also serves as a desk or bench? This convertible piece of furniture will offer a cavernous storage space for treasures.
Build a teeter totter for your backyard using these free woodworking plans.
Playground Equipment, Ladder, Wagon, Swing, Teeter totter, Sand Box. PDF number 6317.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a playhouse for the backyard. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
The stand is easy to assembleÃÂÂslotted construction means no nails or screwsÃÂÂit is sturdy and colorful, and it comes apart quickly for storage.
These play houses were designed to be cut from whole sheets of plywood, probably inch or so. They can be put together with hinges to make them collapsible, or with 1 inch x 1 inch corner pieces for a permanent setup. The windows can be closed with Plexiglass or screen or left open, and the roofs can be finished with tar paper, or merely painted.
This kids climbing wall is easy enough to build and perfect for keeping them entertained outside. Follow along at the link to see how it was built.
How to build the ultimate backyard playset for your children, including diagrams, photographs, materials list, instructions. ...
Step-by-step guide to building this inside playground for children, including materials list, diagrams.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a childs teeter totter. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
This child size play kitchen is perfect for outdoor use because it has a working sink that hooks up to a garden hose. Be sure to use cedar or some other exterior grade lumber to build it. Free plans at the link.
Besides being adorable, this indoor playhouse is sized similar to a play tent for children. Build it for a playroom, bedroom or just about anywhere in the house really. Click the link to view the free plans and step-by-step instructions.
Keep the kids entertained by building them this sweet kids play kitchen. Follow along at the link and see how it was built.
The design of this fort encourages tons of fun, with a superÃÂÂcool kid-sized hatchÃÂÂcomplete with a peephole to check out visitorsÃÂÂand a flag that kids can design and make themselves. There are also two built-in seats.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a seesaw for children. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
These instructions are part of a full downloadable plan-set that can be purchased. This excerpt is to give an insight into what is involved in the making of the Kids Play Cottage before purchasing the full plan-set.
While this loft playhouse is small at 6 x 6 feet, inside is a ladder leading to a loft space. Perfect for little ones to play and dream. Follow the free plans and instructions to build your own backyard playhouse.
Build an awesome lemonade stand using these free step-by-step instructions.
Follow along with these instructions to build your kids this fun swinging see saw.
A fort that will provide hours of fun for kids young and old! This detailed plan-set with step-by-step instructions is in both metric (mm) and imperial (inch) dimensions. The design includes a trap door entry, a climbing wall, a swing and there is also a slide installation guide.
Pick a spot and get started with the beautiful American Gothic Playhouse that your kids will love. The design of the playhouse includes 35 square feet of interior space plus a two-foot wide front porch. The overall design along with the elaborate trim and spire can accent any home. Scroll down the page and click on the download link.
Build an outdoor playhouse such as this tree fort using these free woodworking plans.