Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Play-stand!

I decided to get creative and build Lola a play stand. I researched quite a bit online and saw many built from PVC. Given that we have a PVC scissor, I figured it couldn't be so hard to build. I was right! The hardest part was figuring out what pattern or plan I wanted to use.

So I headed over to the hardware store, and bought 50ft of 3/4 inch PVC pipe for under $10. I grabbed a bunch of fittings, some rope, and 5ft of 1/2 inch PVC pipe to build a ladder. Once I was home, I cut the pipe into 1ft and 2ft sections, and I got creative. I fiddled around with the design and layout until i felt it was perfect. The best part is that I used NO glue, so the stand can be rearranged at my will.

The rope ladder was woven easily, and an additional larger rope was tied so she could climb around. I even made a rope swing, in case she ever gets the urge.

The only thing missing, now, is to create some grip with vetwrap and introduce her to it so she isn't so nervous and scared. I also need to attach a few toys. Iin the end I think it looks great and I'm very happy with the results. I think Lola is going to LOVE it!



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