Playhouse Project, Part One

I am so excited to share this post because I just love a good project, especially with the right resources AND when it’s for my baby boy. I previously shared our hopes for getting Thomas a Playhouse or “clubhouse” for Christmas. I love the idea of letting him play outside more and use his imagination (while maybe NOT trying to get into the dishwasher or playing with steak knives.. ya know?). 
Our good friend Ryan Hamilton owns his own woodworking business so we knew he was the perfect person to hire (or at the very least, ask for recommendations or insight). We were so happy he was able to help us! He quickly sketched an idea (more functional and more resilient than most of our inspiration) and quoted the project! He got started right away so we can have it ready for Christmas! The best part; Thomas loves watching him through the window 🤩.

Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking

Below is the progress so far. I can’t wait to paint and add special touches! He’s going to LOVE this! Especially this Spring. 🙌🏻

Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Backyard Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Backyard Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Backyard Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking

The craziest part is this was all completed within two days! I know he had a good bit of prep work, getting the wood and supplies and scheduling, etc. But damn, it was incredible to see it go up so intentionally and swiftly. And extra nice that I don’t have to rush the “fun stuff” now (like painting and accessorizing). I am so thankful for Ryan and my husband for getting this going so perfectly! You can also follow Ryan on Instagram where he shares a lot of unique projects and behind the scenes (one day he will be doing our pier when we live on the bay hehe).

Below is some inspiration we had for our wooden playhouse that I found on Pinterest! I know I want to add a unique light fixture and chair for the porch. Oh and a potted plant or two!

Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking
Playhouse Project | Victoria Austin | Hamilton Woodworking

In the next post, I will share the finished playhouse and then all the “Playhouse Must-Haves” that we have come across. Any tips on paint? I have some ideas already but always open to suggestions! Thanks for following along!!

The Start of Fall | at Magnolia Corn Maze

Well as we roll through October, we got our first glimpse of Fall in south Alabama. Temps were almost (my kind of) perfect for two whole days. Blue skies, golden light and 70-75 degrees. It felt so good after a long, blistering Summer. We were thankful to have no plans today and we got to enjoy a few hours at Magnolia Corn Maze in Summerdale.
We met another couple there with their sweet girl (and a baby boy on the way)! Thomas and Elle danced to the music, fed the goats together, snacked while riding in Elle’s wagon, etc. The corn maze and hay ride were so fun as a group! We even did the "hardest” corn maze, and both mamas agreed we wouldn’t have done that without the husbands! ha! It was quite long.
Of course, just as we were talking about the amazing weather… it did warm up. Thomas lost his pants and shoes to keep cool (so I was definitely “that” mom and not ashamed).
Anyways, what a fun time! We give Magnolia Corn Maze 5 stars, and we will definitely go back next year!

Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin
Magnolia Corn Maze | Fall Fun | Victoria Austin

Thomas’ (glow in the dark) Ghost Tee is from H&M