I was so excited to build a playhouse for my kiddos. I made it an open A-frame because I wanted it to be versatile and grow with my kids. Today, it’s a place to watch an outdoor movie or craft. Tomorrow, it could be a relaxing backyard space to read.

Two beginning DIYers who know their way around circular and miter saws could put this together in a couple of weekends, including the painting.

I made this a little larger because my kids are a little older and I wanted them to use it for as long as possible. If 8 by 10 feet is too much, you can make it 8 by 8 feet or 8 by 6 feet. I chose 8 by 10 feet to include a small patio. I also didn’t want to deal with a lot of cuts, so I went with common sizes found at the hardware store.

Safety tips

Always wear eye protection and a dust mask when screwing into or cutting pressure-treated wood, and dispose of sawdust right away. You should also wear hearing protection when using the saw, and work gloves to protect your hands.

Cutting List

* – Cut to fit