The only thing that stops me from hanging a huge glider on the front porch is the knowledge that I would end up as one of those crazy porch swing addicts who refuses to do anything except nap, read, and yell at the children to bring more snacks. Perhaps you have more willpower?
If so, here's a simple DIY giant porch swing, spotted via Nest Egg, that you can recreate with a few simple materials: some wood, rope, hooks, cushions, and (optional) a beautiful view. For step-by-step instructions, go to Nest Egg.
Photographs via Nest Egg.
Above: Nashville-based designer Rachel Halvorson designed the big swing, which is suspended beneath the overhang of a barn. The swing, which measures roughly 6 by 4 feet, is built on a wooden platform. See Nest Egg for details.
Above: Halvorson used a sturdy length of gymnastic climbing rope. A 30-foot-long Pro Manila Rope With Eyelet End is $160.55 from CFFIT.
Above: Ms. Halvorson had custom cushions made. I recently ordered custom cushions for my own outdoor furniture from Cushion Source. I was pleased with the service, price, and speed with which the order was filled. The site offers 884 different fabrics, cushions that come in three different thicknesses, and the ability to order custom shapes. For more information, see Cushion Source.
For more addictive porch swings, see 5 Favorites: Porch Swing Roundup.