I started with the original plans for the sandbox with the benches, and then just sort of took off with the modifications.
When it's open, it's a 4'x6' sandbox with a bench on one side and a canopy overhead. When it's closed, it's a stage complete with curtains, or can also convert into a puppet theatre.
I had to make several adjustments to the original plan to allow for enough support for the stage to be walked (and danced) on, including an extra armrest in the bench, and a few blocks built up from the base of the sand area. I also used 1x6 boards for the top instead of 1x4, to cover the entire 4' with only the one bench.
Thanks so much for the plans, my girls love it! (and thanks to KnittingEmily for posting the plans for the 6' sandbox, which gave me a jumping off point for the sizing I used.)
The story of how I built it can be found here:
http://www.thislemonyogurt.com/a-box-of-sand/
Comments
tommirhea
Fri, 09/14/2012 - 09:39
So nice!
This is so pretty, I love the name in it! How wonderful. When you mix your stains, how do you know how much of each? Is is just a trial and error type of thing?
Terukosan
Fri, 09/14/2012 - 12:06
Thanks!
Hi tommirhea,
Thank you for your nice comment!
Mixing stains is just a trial and error. Pour into empty yogurt cup and mix with form brush. I like rustic looks, so, I don't care if color is not even ;-)
Have a nice weekend,
Sunny
tommirhea
Fri, 09/14/2012 - 12:14
Thanks
Okay, thanks. I think I will try it on the desk I am going to make. I don't always love the color of stains, but never thought I could just dump different ones in to make my own :) I like rustic looks as well, makes it more unique.