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Directions:
-Make a rectangular box with the 10″ pieces of wood. Two short pieces and two long pieces. Attach with 3 screws on
each side. This is easier if you pre-drill.
-On the long sides, make a mark at 2.5 inches along the outside and at 2 inches along the inside.
-Align one piece of the 2 x 2 inch wood so that the top hits just under the inside marks. Use clamps to brace or have
a helper hold in place.
-From the outside of the box drill in along the 2.5 mark at 5 places along the rail. Repeat on other side of box.
-Lay 24 x 48 plywood on rails. Attach with 2 screws on each side.
And that’s it. The mattress will rest inside the two inch lip. Don’t worry if the box is a bit rough — if the screws aren’t
perfectly aligned, etc. The box will be completely covered by fabric.
Before you start cutting wood, please read these Notes on Mattress Size:
I didn’t include the price of the mattress in the project because most people in need of a toddler bed will already
have a crib size mattress from their crib. If you do plan to use a standard crib mattress, you’ll need to make
adjustments to the size of the base. Standard crib mattresses are 52″ x 26″, which will be a bit too big for this base.
But be sure to measure the mattress you own. They vary.
My crib mattress has been used by 5 kids and is failing. So we ordered two custom ones to fit the bases I’d designed.
We ordered them from: The Foam Factory. 6 x 24.5 x 49.5 inches. $48 each. Free shipping if your order is over $75.
So place your order with a buddy. : )
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Directions:
-Roll out your cotton batting and fold over so you have a double thickness.
-Cut into 3 double-thick strips about 15 inches wide each. For each bed, you’ll use about 1 1/2 lengths of this double
thick, 15 inch wide batting.
-Place the folded edge of the batting over the top edge of the bed frame. Attach it to the bed frame with a staple
gun.
-Trim the corners, so that you can attach them more securely.
-Keep wrapping the cotton around until your length runs out. Then add the next length.
-Turn the bed over and pull the batting tightly around the bottom edge. Staple away.
Notes on fabric:
For my beds, I used Crypton Fabric. It might be the most family-friendly fabric out there. Super easy to clean. And
since the fabric is attached to the bed frame, (and Betty is still having “accidents”), I was very interested in fabric I
could clean easily and well. Crypton is perfect. I loved working with it. In fact, I’m thinking of using Crypton on a
settee I’m having recovered as well.
And that’s it. And that’s it. You’re finished! It’s an easy project to do in an afternoon. And you can’t beat that price
for two darling toddler beds. Good luck! And let me know if you end up making toddler beds of your own. I’d love to
see pics.
Update: Well this is exciting. Design*Sponge is featuring this how-to post today as part of DIY Wednesday. Woot!