Pumpkin Labyrinth…why not?

Great Fall idea if you have the space and a bunch of pumpkins!

Beach Labyrinths 401

So, if you’re going to the beach this summer and you’ve got some experience creating labyrinths, consider venturing into some more exotic designs.

The photos below some funky, cool designs based on classic labyrinth models.

If you need some simpler ideas check out these previous post:

• Beach Labyrinths 101
• Beach Labyrinths 201
• Beach Labyrinths 301

Have you created beach labyrinths before? Do you have photos?

Beach Labyrinths 301

If you’re going to the beach this summer and you really want a fun project instead of simply laying out in the sun….consider creating a beach labyrinth!.

The one pictured below represents the technique taken to an advanced level. I’ve posted simpler ideas here: the simple stick method and the dug path version.

To make this kind of labyrinth, you definitely need to plan ahead enough to bring your trust lawn rake with you. This creates a much bigger labyrinth and allows more artistic possibilities (as seen in the second picture below). Consider making these labyrinths near a cliff where they can be looked down upon by other.

Keep in mind when using the rake, you’re not creating the path but the barriers around the path. Comprendo?

Have you ever made a beach labyrinth? Have you ever made one like this with a rake? Do you have photos?

Labyrinths in Brive

World Labyrinth day 2017 where we live in Brive-la-Gaillarde, France, was a very rainy day, so we decided to postpone our labyrinth celebration a few days later. My wife and I, along with a few friends, created these three labyrinths in the center of our town.

Beach Labyrinths 201

Again, IF you’re one of the lucky ones among us who goes to the beach this summer, consider building a Beach Labyrinth…..definitely a step up from the boring old sand castle. The labyrinth pictured below is a bit more complex and time consuming than the simple stick model that I discussed here in this post.

The path of this labyrinth has been dug into the sand. It could be a bit tricky to walk through but that could just add to the experience.

You can always view various “labyrinth designs” in the browser of your smart phone. The great thing about beach labyrinths is that you can easy cover up a mistake and start all over again with a quick brushing over with the sand.

Have you ever made a beach labyrinth? How did it go? Do you have photos?

Beach Labyrinths 101

When and IF you go to the beach this summer, think about creating a beach labyrinth….it’s not that hard. All you need is a stick and a wifi connection for your smartphone. Search for images on “labyrinth design” and you will see all sorts of labyrinth possibilities. Choose one to your liking and start creating it from the center out with your handy stick that you probably just found in the seagrass. The one pictured below is nice but just a bit too small to walk comfortably. Below it is a photo of a much larger one I created in Portugal a few years ago.

Have you already made a beach labyrinth? How did it go? Did anyone other than yourself and friends walk it?

Vine-Covered Labyrinth

I LOVE these vines stretching up over the labyrinth….give is a feel of seclusion and privacy. I could spend some serious time here.

Daffodil Labyrinth

What a cool idea! It’s too late for this year, of course.

daffodil labyrinth

Simple Masking Tape Labyrinth

Here’s a simple masking tape labyrinth that I made in a coffee shop for a friend who was doing a story telling workshop for kids.

New Labyrinth near Nashville

My friend Steve Young recently created this labyrinth near Nashville, TN. Nice job, Steve!