Visiting elf idea
Pillow Fort Sleep-In
The elf dozes inside a two-pillow fort on the bed with a washcloth blanket.
- Everyday
- Bedroom
- Nice
- No mess
- Household items
- 15 minutes
- Toddler-safe
- December 7
What you need
These are household pieces. Borrow from the junk drawer first.
- pillows
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- washcloth
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- picture book
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How to set it up
- 1
Lean two pillows together on the bed to make a small fort.
- 2
Fold a washcloth inside as a blanket.
- 3
Sit or lay the elf just inside the opening.
- 4
Prop a picture book open beside the fort as bedtime reading.
If this night works, try next
Tissue Box Bunk Bed
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Picture Book Bedtime Nook
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