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The next project that I am thinking about is a porch swing. Has anyone out there used their jig to build one? Photos and plans would be helpful.

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I would also love to have plans for a porch swing to suspend from my front veranda.
Google porch swing you should to able to find what you like

Here is a sketchup video of a porch swing build.

http://jayscustomcreations.com/sketchup/ This brings up a list of projects trhe you want is 2x4 porch swing.

Just use pocket hole joints for  half laps.

Hi Ken,

No personal experiences to share.  I'm not sure if you've come across Ana White's website.  She shared the below plans.

Ana White porch swing plans

Hope that helps.

Matthew

EDIT: Just now saw the original date on Ken's post: 2009.  Mods please delete if you feel the need.  Hopefully, the above can help others here.

That is great. Thank you.

Nice porch swing and looks simple to build too!

I just built this porch swing. Pretty happy with the finished job. Doesn't use Kreg joints, but could be easily modified & would be stronger. http://www.familyhandyman.com/woodworking/projects/how-to-build-a-p...
Regards Peter

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