Play structures

We priced out pre-fab playsets and didn't see one for less than a grand. We also didn't see one we couldn't build ourselves, and so we set out to DIY a better playground for a lot less.

Get your kids playing outdoor by building a backyard swing set. Here's a collection of 34 free DIY swing set plans for you to get some ideas.

Create the ultimate play area for kids in your backyard with these landscape designer tips. Learn how to combine play structures, natural elements, and colorful plants to make a fun and functional space for children to explore and play. From sensory gardens to climbing walls, these ideas will inspire you to transform your backyard into a kid-approved paradise.

How excited are your kids going to be when they see this outdoor toy in their own backyard? They will never be bored outside again!

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Here are my recommendations for the absolute top toys for the outdoor play area, for backyards and classroom spaces too. From trampolines and slides to play houses, sand boxes, mud kitchens and swings! SO many inspiring ways to play outdoors this summer with these great additions to the outdoor play space. All of these great...Read More »

Step by step instructions for a large wooden playset with tower, ladder and slide. Part 1 of 2.

Build your own beehive-inspired backyard playhouse with these instructions from Thoughtbarn.

Giving your kids a fun reason to spend more time outside is easy with a DIY swing set. Building your own swing set, playhouse, or slide is not just a project; it's an adventure that brings endless joy and activity to your backyard. From simple A-frame designs to complex structures with slides and climbing walls, these 28 free DIY swing set plans offer a variety of options to fit every space and skill level. With easy-to-follow instructions and budget-friendly materials, building a personal…

If you think there is something missing in your backyard why don't you add a small backyard house. It could be a perfect relaxation retreat or a place your kids would use as a place to play games.