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Did you know that a gentle rocking motion is as soothing to adults as it is to a little baby? Psychologists say the rocking motion we find so relaxing is rooted in infant-hood. That’s why a pallet swing is the perfect addition any yard or garden. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, I would say no garden is really complete without a comfortable place to relax on a lazy, summer afternoon. Someplace to stretch out while a gentle breeze rocks your cares away. This writer is so ‘there’, that even I could fall asleep. Or as my father would often joke…”I’m just checking for holes in my eyelids!” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Make it a Garden, we’re all about creating interesting and inviting places to spend time. Which is good, because increasingly, more homeowners are wanting to make their yards and front porches like a mini-retreat. That’s why porch swings, swing beds and hammocks in many styles are all the rage. The better-made ones are getting fairly pricey. Still, you can certainly find something you like in your price range, but why not make one yourself?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A stack of pallet swings in-the-making!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The beauty of a homemade pallet swing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here’s why you should consider making your own personal bed swing from a shipping pallet:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Shipping pallets are super cheap. They are often available for free, or a very small price. <\/li>
  2. Shipping pallets are already assembled! No measuring or cutting boards. And you won’t have to worry about putting anything together. <\/li>
  3. It’s a simple enough project that can be completed in one afternoon<\/li>
  4. It’s a low-cost project. In fact, a mattress and the fabric to make a covering will probably cost more than all the other materials combined!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    I’m pretty sure that you and I could make a pallet swing with just the barest of carpentry skills and basic tools around the garage. Here’s a couple of videos to show you how it’s done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Video 1: Celebrate Garden Day with a pallet swing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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