DIY Kid's Garden Bench With Arbor

Jaime LaPlant
by Jaime LaPlant
$40.00
Easy
You can easily build this cute kid's garden bench with an arbor!
When I saw the pattern for this garden bench, I knew I had to build it for my three-year old niece. Depending on the quality of wood you use, all the wood to build this bench can be purchased for under $40! Here is a basic overview of the process.
You can see the full build plan at http://ana-white.com/2013/08/plans/childs-bench-arbor

You also can see more details on my blog.
Step 1 - Build the side trellis
Step 2 - Build the bench
Step 3 - Attach the bench to the sides
Step 4 - Make the arch - simply nail a finishing nail at each end and the top of the arch. Then use something sturdy, yet bendable around the nails and trace it.
Step 5 - Build the arbor and attach it to the bench
Step 6 - Build the back of the bench
Step 7 - Attach the back of the bench. Fill any screw holes and sand.
Step 8 - Use your favorite color paint or varnish to finish it and enjoy!
Jaime LaPlant
Want more details about this and other DIY projects? Check out my blog post!
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  • Elezabeth Cameron Elezabeth Cameron on Dec 23, 2016
    What thickness wood pieces did you use, or was it cut from plywood? Since I don't saw, I want to make one and my local store will do straight cuts for me, maybe not as fancy as yours but, easier for me to achieve. Looking forward to this as a spring project, adult size.
  • Not EPA Not EPA on Jun 06, 2019

    This is a beautiful project. Now I just need a grandchild.

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