Summertime means loads of fun playing games outside with family and friends. We love to bring out yard games like Kubb, Croquet, and Danish Ball. My kids love to play the traditional Jenga. I thought it would be fun to make a giant sized version for the yard. The traditional Jenga pieces are 1.5 cm thick, 2.5 cm wide and 7.5 cm long, making the Giant Jenga pieces couldn't be … [Read more...]
DIY Scatter-Molkky Yard Game
When the temps warm up outside, we love to get out, catch some vitamin D and play yard games. A few years ago we discovered Kubb and have had lots of fun playing that on the beach and at family gatherings. While looking for a similar game that might be easier for little kids to play, I came across Scatter or also known as Molkky on the other side of the pond. Rack up the 12 … [Read more...]
DIY Kubb Set
Last summer my friend introduced me to Kubb (pronounced Koob). It is a fun strategic Swedish lawn game, with it's viking origin some have nicknamed it 'viking chess'. It's a great game for summer BBQ's and family reunions. We've enjoyed some intense games of Kubb on the lawn, and on the lake beach. Each surface can add a different advantage/disadvantage. One great thing … [Read more...]