How to Build a Cozy Pillow and Blanket Fort

Learn how to construct the ultimate indoor hideaway using everyday household items with these simple, step-by-step instructions.

1. Set your foundation. Position two chairs back-to-back about three feet apart, or use one end of your sofa as the main anchor. These will be the walls that hold your roof up.
2. Drape the roof. Carefully lay a large flat sheet or lightweight blanket over the tops of your chairs or the sofa back. If the sheet keeps sliding, use your clothespins or binder clips to attach the fabric securely to the chair frames.
3. Weight the edges. To keep your fort walls from falling inward, place heavy books on the bottom edges of the blankets where they touch the floor. This keeps the roof tight and the walls in place.
4. Build the interior. Line the floor of your fort with soft pillows and a comfortable blanket. You can use couch cushions to create 'walls' around the perimeter for extra privacy.