Cosy blanket fort

Remember how fun it was to build a blanket fort? Think back to the carefree days of childhood and how building a blanket fort in the living room or in your bedroom (or even using the dining room table!) created a magical escape. Just because you’re a grown-up now doesn’t mean you have to let go of childlike fun. In fact, recreating the soothing activities of our childhood may be the perfect way to escape the stresses of adulthood... if even for a short time. Whether you set out to build your…

Blanket forts were the ish when I was growing up. I’d build them on top of my bed and spend hours in there reading or on my laptop, gossiping with a buddy or cuddling with my, kitty Minerva or dog, Simba. Those were the days. I wrote about the 10 things we had when we were kids but shouldn’t give up as adults and forts were definitely on that list. Of course, if we went around building blanket forts on the regular we might get some side eye about Peter Pan syndrome. After much research…

A must. Create your own space. Your own time. Comfortable, enjoyable, relaxing, laughter, peace. Build a blanket fort.

I made a blanket fort of my own!

240/365 - indoor tent!, originally uploaded by orangesparrow. I think this photo is great. It really is so magical and dreamy. My daughter loves it when I put a few chairs together, chuck and blanket over the top and make a tent. And you know what.... I love it too. I don't think you ever grow up when it comes to making a den like this. And isn't this a perfect example of sophisticated indoor tent making?

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Awesome!

**wishful thinking moment** I would love for Dev to come home and for us to live together in my blanket fort again. <3

Illustration, Adobe Photoshop

If you used to be a kid, you probably have some experience building forts. Here's how to take them to the next level.