Beth's bed was pretty simple to make. I wanted to have under the bed storage, so I didn't make it like a box. The bed measures about 20" by 10" and about 5" high. I was able to make it from one piece of foam board from the Dollar Store. I cut two of each piece and hot glued them together to make the bed more sturdy. I may eventually add a simple headboard.
The bed length gives a little bit of room on every side, as you can see below. Since Beth's room is kind of on the smaller size, a compact bed was essential.
Here you can see the doubled foam board.
I made a simple mattress/cushion using an old sheet. A cut a rectangle and sewed the edges close. The inside is actually folded up tulle. I had extra that I wasn't using, so I put it in there.
The bed still needs blankets and pillows, which I am excited to start on. Next I want to make a bunk bed of foam board for the other two girls. I think it will work...
Thanks for reading!
This is so cute! I can't wait to see what you do for the bedding! BTW I love your new blog header!
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Thank you! I'm thinking her room colors will be dark red and royal blue :)
DeleteThat is so cute and it looks really easy to make! :)
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Thank you Kaitlyn and yes, it is pretty simple and inexpensive to make!
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DeleteLooks great! Thank you for the idea of using an old sheet to make the mattress.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Yeah, sheets make for great fabric!
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