How to Build a Lincoln Log Toy Cabin

Lincoln Logs consist of rods with notches in the ends that allow you to interlock the rods in a similar manner to a log cabin. Originally made of wood, the toy is now produced from more durable plastic. A complete kit of Lincoln Logs can be configured a number of ways to produce a small log cabin with a corral on the side. Kits can also be combined to produce larger, more elaborate construction.

Things You'll Need

• 17 No. 1 short Lincoln logs
• 8 No. 3 medium Lincoln logs
• 1 No. 4 log long Lincoln log with center notches
• 1 No. 5 split medium Lincoln log
• Roof

Instructions

1. Place three of the medium-sized No. 3 logs side-by-side and about 4 inches apart from each other. Fit a No. 4 log with three notches into the notches on the far ends of the No. 3 logs.

2. Fit a No. 1 short log on near end of the leftmost No. 3 log. Fit a No. 3 log into the notches in the other two No. 3 logs. Fit the No. 5 log across the rightmost ends of those logs.

3. Stack four No. 1 short logs, alternately on the slots in the center and leftmost logs to form four columns. Fit the windows and doors into the spaces between the columns.

4. Fit two No. 3 logs on the center and left most stacks of logs. Fit two more No. 3 logs across the last two No. 3 logs. Place the roof on top of these logs to complete the cabin.

References

• Playskool Lincoln Logs: Instructions
• The College of New Jersey: Building a Lincoln Logs Cabin