Tipi Construction

In preparation for the Kaya class. We made our first tipi....what fun and frustration. We used the idea from: http://family.go.com/entertainment/craft-ff-25298-backyard-teepee-t/

Then I found a great blog who used this idea and modified it. It's pretty humorous too: http://doucette.typepad.com/wedothings/2008/04/how-to-make-a-t.html

I personally did not want to use pvc pipe, so Jack and I went out and cut several small trees. Then Patrick went and got some better ones. We purchased the drop cloth. So, the whole thing cost us $25.00, not too bad!

Here are a few shots of the assembly, put together by Shannon and Patrick. I love my family.

Step One: Set Tripod Posts

Step Two: Cut Canvas (drop cloth)

Step Tree: Drape cloth over all poles(more poles were added to the main three)
Step Four: Straighten and Fasten

Step Five: Complete

Step Six: Fun