You can use an old sheet, or I found some for less than 5 bucks for (one twin size flat sheet) at the super center nearby. They have all sorts of patterns and colors. I also grabbed some ribbon, though you could use extra fabric/old shirts, or even the cloth bag the sheets come in...
I cut my ribbon to about 16 inches-6 total pieces, and I ran the edges along a flame to keep it from fraying.
I used my machine and I sewed the ribbon, folded in half on all four corners and in the middle of both sides of the length of the sheet. I went back and forth. The ribbon isn't even necessary, just give them a bunch of clamps and string and they'd probably be fine, but I figure this gives him lots of options for finding things to tie the sheet to-trees, chairs, tables, older sisters....whatever is handy.
I found a flashlight and added some stickers to personalize it. These would be cute party favors as well for a camping themed party.
I grabbed duct tape, this clamps, and some string for a buck each from the 99 cent store.
I added a tag...
Everything fits inside.
...this little tote bag....and he's ready to build....8 bucks later....3 if you already have the sheet or old fabric you can use. 9 if you buy a cheap bag. I can only imagine the forts this busy guy will build!
What a cool idea! I pinned it.
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