The Best swings and swing sets for Children.
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Outdoor Swings for children.
You can use a swing set in your yard all year round, Here are some great suggestions and recommendations for my choice of the best swings and the best swing sets .
An Outdoor swing gives hours of fun and fresh air.
When I was a child, back in the '50s, I had an outdoor swing.
When I became a mom, in the '80s, I bought my children an outdoor swing.
At this time of year, thoughts turn to outdoor fun, why not plan to add a new outdoor swing or a swing set to your family life?
I know that not everyone has space in their garden or yard for a swing or swing set but if you do have the space, I think that an outdoor swing gives children hours of fun, great fresh air, excerise, and just a great feeling of happiness!
You can buy baby swings for indoors when the children are tiny, then move on to outdoor swings as soon as they are toddlers.
There are excellent outdoor swings for toddlers, with lots of different designs.
You can move on, if you have the space and money, to a full kids swing set when the kids get older.
I know that all adults like to sneak on to the kids swings when they get the chance, so I'm also suggesting that you have a swing to use in your adult life!
Outdoor swings- a really excellent toy and resource for healthy happy children.
All pictures thanks to flickr
Outdoor swings for toddlers
An outdoor toddler swing is great fun
This beautiful photo of a toddler on a swing is thanks to Shutter Daddy and flickr creative commons
If you are buying an outdoor toddler swing, you do need to make sure that it is safe, and comes from a good manufacturer.
You can buy a full seat toddler swing, with straps to keep the little one secure.
I think it goes without saying that if your toddler is using the outdoor toddler swing, you , or another responsible person, needs to be with them all the time
This is a great way for you to get out and enjoy the fresh air too! Take your coffee into the garden or yard, and enjoy the sun, the clouds, the smiles on your toddler's face as they have fun on the outdoor swing.
Fisher price toddler swing
The Fisher Price Toddler swing- a great starter swing from a great company
I think this is the best toddler swing on the market.
Fisher-Price Infant To Toddler Swing in Red
Amazon Price: $19.97 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
A great first outdoor toddler swing for you child
Traditional wooden outdoor swings
There a lot to be said for an old fashioned wooden swing.
My first outdoor swing was hung from a tree. Later I had a wooden swing on a metal frame, and when I bought my children an outdoor swing, they too had the traditional metal frame wooden seat swing.
Using a rope and a simple seat a child can have hours of fun. Swings are great boys toys- or toys for boys and toys for girls equally. All of these swings are great outside toys and the very best kids toys. Simple, good clean outside fun. What could be better?

This lovely picture of a child on a swing comes thanks to
Nabok and flickr creative commons
I think there is a great charm in playthings that have stood the test of time, and the outdoor wooden swing epitomises this.
Amish wooden swing- what a beautiful outdoor swing
This is a modern take on an old classic- the wooden outdoor swing
I think this is my favorite of all the swings that I recommend here.
The simple Amish lines means that this outdoor wooden swing would grace even the most sophisticated garden.
This beautiful wooden swing would make a very welcome Birthday gift for childrenYou can put this traditional wooden swing in your yard or garden at any time of year.
This wooden Amish swing is functional and beautiful.
Amish Handcrafted Finished Oak Child's Porch Swing. Hours of Fun for Any Child. Made By the Old Order Amish with Oak Wood and Finished with Stain and Weather Proofing to Withstand All Types of Weather. Chain Is Included. Measures 18" L X 21" W X 18" H.
Amazon Price: $89.95 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
This is a beautiful traditional wooden outdoor swing for children.
A big wooden swing set- the ultimate outdoor swing
Outdoor playthings of the highest order- a wooden swing set for your children.
I know you can buy plastic, but I do love wood. If you can't afford the whole ready to assemble kit, and you or someone you know is a good handyman or woman, then you can buy plans, get your own lumber, and make a great swing set for less that a ready made kit.
There are lots of great outdoor swing sets out there- buy one now, and your kids will be happy playing outdoors all summer.
Great wooden swing set
If you have the space and can afford it, think about something like this.
Yukon Wood Complete Ready-to-Assemble Swing Set Kit
Amazon Price: $1,107.54 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
This swing set has everything you need for hours of family fun.
Swings for adults
You never grow too old to love a swing!
A special swing just for you!
Look at this- you could be relaxing in your very own swing
Hatteras CMN The Mariner - The Hamptons Summer - Cushioned Double Swing
Amazon Price: $271.00 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
A really comfortable swing for your to relax in- go on- spoil yourself! Classy too- The Hamptons!
For the more adventurous- this makes a great birthday gift
A swing and trapeze- oh my!
Swing-N-Slide Ring / Trapeze Bar Combination Swing
Amazon Price: $19.29 (as of 02/23/2012)![]()
Inexpensive, fun, and a great swing all round. Do you know a child who would love this? I know lots!
Here's another great outdoor toy idea for summer
Outdoor water toys for kids
Great value swings on ebay.
Outdoor swings on ebay
Yeah! We love to swing- get the T shirt
I found this great T shirt for you on Zazzle.
Great You Tube videos to help you make your outdoor swing
Outdoor swings on You Tube
Also, some outdoor swings for you to buy.
Plus- swinging just for thrills!
Do you love swings?
Do your kids have an outdoor swing?
Please leave me your thoughts on outdoor swings- for kids- or for you!
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Wordwinder Feb 9, 2012 @ 11:28 pm | delete
- Oh! To be seated upon moving swings;
Almost gives a feeling of having wings.
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debnet
Jul 17, 2011 @ 7:12 am | delete
- I had a great swing when I was a child, right under a huge pear tree. Great for looking at but I hated the wasp stings that came with it later in the year!! My kids had swings too and they're one of those items that never dates. Great for kids outdoor fun and keeping them active. Blessed by a Squid Angel ;)
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poutine
Mar 4, 2011 @ 12:56 pm | delete
- Yes, my kids had an outdoor swing while growing up and they loved it.
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poutine
Mar 4, 2011 @ 12:56 pm | delete
- Yes, my kids had an outdoor swing while growing up and they loved it.
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Iloveswings
Nov 29, 2010 @ 5:50 am | delete
- Relive your childhood with this new iphone game Swing King! Play and beat your friends high score! visit http://swingkingapp.com
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