How to Build a Play House on a Budget
Play House is a popular activity for children of all ages that fosters their imagination and helps develop their cognitive, emotional, language and social skills. It can also boost their self esteem by teaching them that they can be anything they want to be. Parents and kids alike enjoy the benefits of this type of play and it’s no surprise that a wooden playhouse is one of the most popular toys for kids today.
It’s a great way to get your kids outdoors, it allows them to blow off steam and burn up energy, and it can help them to become more creative. Most parents agree that there is nothing better than a good old-fashioned outdoor playhouse to turn your kids into little explorers who are constantly coming up with new adventures. However, not everyone can afford to splurge on a custom-designed playhouse. There are a lot of other options that can give your child the same kind of excitement without breaking the bank.
A simple cardboard playhouse can be the most cost-effective option for those on a tight budget. It is easy to assemble and can be decorated with paint, markers, crayons and other craft supplies to make it uniquely your child’s. These kinds of playhouses can also be folded up easily when not in use and they are great for promoting independent play.
You can also build a custom playhouse from wood to suit your family’s needs. For example, if you have young children, you may wish to install a climbing wall or other features that can help them learn how to climb. Another idea is to install a window that will allow your kids to look out at the world outside their home. This can be a great incentive for kids to play and it can also encourage them to interact with their siblings and friends in a more interactive way.
If you’re handy with a saw and a drill, it is possible to construct a durable, affordable playhouse from cedar planks. This lovely design by Jen Woodhouse of The House of Wood comes with plans, and she used tongue-and-groove paneling to add a charming exterior. She added a set of transom windows and a quaint front door (painted Rhino by Behr) to really make it stand out.
Another great way to save money on a playhouse is to transform an existing structure like a shed or storage barn. DIY power couple Holly and Brad Lauritzen of Our Faux Farmhouse transformed this playhouse from a shed into the ultimate kids’ hangout with all the comforts of home, including motion-detected air-conditioning and WiFi. They even decked it out for a (play)housewarming party!
When it comes to adding rules to a game, it’s important to keep in mind that those new rules can quickly change how other people play the game. This is especially true when it comes to roleplaying games, where the rules can change based on the preferences and experience of each group of players.
