There's just something magical about building a blanket fort, isn’t there? I mean, when did we lose that sense of wonder we had as kids? I used to spend hours draping sheets and tossing pillows like I was creating a fortress against the world—what happened to that? This weekend, I found myself scrolling through old photos and I felt this huge wave of nostalgia. I thought, what if I could craft a fort that’s not just a pile of blankets but a cozy escape, a place filled with adventure and imagination? Have you ever felt the urge to create your own little hideaway, just for the sheer joy of it? I think it could be a blast! So, here I am, gathering colors and textures, and dreaming up the perfect place to curl up with a good book. Who knows what kind of magic I’ll find in my very own blanket cocoon?
Items You’ll Need
- Blankets
- Bed sheets
- Clothespins
- Cushions or pillows
- Fairy lights or LED string lights
- Furniture (tables, chairs, etc.)
- Tacks or push pins
- Tape (duct tape or masking tape)
- Cardboard boxes
- Water bottles (for decoration or play)
- Scissors
- Markers or crayons (for decorating inside the fort)
- Comfy blankets or throws
- Porta-cabana or quick pop-up tents (for structure)
- Small clip lights or battery-operated lamps
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Gather My Equipment
First, I gathered all my equipment for building the ultimate blanket fort. I collected blankets, bed sheets, clothespins, cushions, fairy lights, furniture, tape, scissors, and markers. Excited, I piled everything in one spot!
Step 2: Choose a Fort Location
Next, I picked the perfect spot for my fort. I decided on the living room because it has plenty of space. I moved some furniture—like chairs and a table—to create a good base for the fort.
Step 3: Set Up the Structure
I started building the structure by placing the chairs back-to-back and draping blankets over them. I used the table as a roof support and secured it with clothespins to keep everything in place.
Step 4: Create Cozy Walls
Then, I added bed sheets over the blankets to create cozy walls. I used tape and tacks to attach them firmly, making sure they draped nicely to give it a snug feel.
Step 5: Add Comfort Inside
Once the walls were up, I threw in cushions and pillows for comfort. I arranged them all around the inside, making it the perfect spot to lounge and relax.
Step 6: Light It Up!
To make it magical, I strung fairy lights along the edges of the fort. I carefully draped them so they wouldn’t get tangled and used battery-operated lamps and small clip lights for extra illumination.
Step 7: Decorate The Inside
I didn’t stop there! I took my markers and crayons and decorated the inside with fun drawings. I made a big sign that said 'Welcome to My Fort!' and added some stars and doodles all around.
Step 8: Final Touches
I decided to use some cardboard boxes to create little shelves for my books and water bottles for decoration. This made the space feel more like a cozy hideout!
Step 9: Enjoy My Creation!
Finally, I crawled inside my amazing blanket fort, surrounded by soft pillows and twinkling lights. I grabbed a book, settled in, and made myself a cup of hot chocolate. What a perfect hideaway!