How to make a Doll Bed for High Abbey Bominable - Monster High Tutorial - simplekidscrafts
# How to Make Monster High Abby’s Bed: A Step-by-Step Guide
Welcome to SimpleKidsCrafts.com! Today, we’re diving into Episode 701: "How to Make a Bed Inspired by Monster High Abby." This fun and easy craft project is perfect for fans of Monster High, especially those who love creating DIY toys and accessories for their favorite dolls. Let’s get started!
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## Materials Needed
Before we begin, let’s gather all the materials you’ll need for this project:
- **Large bottle** (pre-washed)
- **Thick white styrofoam**
- **Fabric** (for covering the bed)
- **Ribbon** (with an igloo or winter-themed design)
- **Monster High brush** (for crafting purposes)
- **Nail polish** (optional, for painting details)
- **Two small white pom poms**
- **Pipe cleaner**
- **Pencil**
- **Knife** (for cutting styrofoam)
- **Glue**
- **Scissors**
Adult supervision is highly recommended, especially since we’ll be using a knife for some of the steps.
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## Step 1: Preparing the Headboard
The first step in creating Abby’s bed is to prepare the headboard. For this, we’ll use a large Clorox bottle that has been thoroughly washed and dried. The reason we’re using this bottle is its unique igloo-shaped dome, which will serve as the perfect base for the headboard.
1. **Cutting the Bottle**:
- Take the Clorox bottle and carefully cut off the upper portion of the bottle. Leave only the domed part intact, as this will resemble an igloo and form the headboard of the bed.
2. **Shaping the Styrofoam**:
- Next, we’ll use a piece of white styrofoam to create the bed frame. Using a pink mat (or ruler if you don’t have one), measure and cut a piece of styrofoam that matches the size of your Monster High doll.
3. **Adding Details**:
- Once you have the styrofoam cut, shape it slightly so that it complements the igloo-shaped headboard. Make notches on all sides (front, back, and sides) to give it a more igloo-like appearance.
4. **Soothing the Surface**:
- The styrofoam might look a bit blocky, but we want it to resemble smooth, white ice. To achieve this, cover the styrofoam with a piece of fabric or curtain material. This will give it a soft, polished look.
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## Step 2: Creating the Bed Legs
Now that we’ve prepared the bed frame and headboard, let’s move on to crafting the legs for the bed.
1. **Making Styrofoam Blocks**:
- Cut small blocks of styrofoam to use as legs. These will support the bed frame.
2. **Adding Stability**:
- To ensure the legs are sturdy, insert a toothpick into each block of styrofoam. While this step is optional, it’s highly recommended for added stability.
3. **Attaching the Legs**:
- Use a small amount of glue to attach each leg to one of the four corners of the bed frame. Make sure they’re evenly spaced and secure.
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## Step 3: Assembling the Bed
Now that we have the headboard, bed frame, and legs ready, it’s time to bring everything together.
1. **Combining Pieces**:
- Apply a small amount of glue to the bottom of the headboard and carefully attach it to the top of the bed frame. This will complete the basic structure of the bed.
2. **Adding Ribbon for Detail**:
- For a decorative touch, take a piece of ribbon (ideally with an igloo or winter-themed design) and attach it to the sides and front of the bed. Let the ribbon hang slightly for added charm—it looks like icicles!
3. **Covering the Bed**:
- Use the same ribbon to decorate the top of the bed, wrapping it around the frame entirely. This will give the bed a cohesive and polished look.
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## Step 4: Crafting Accessories
Now that the bed is assembled, let’s add some finishing touches with accessories inspired by Abby’s personality and style.
1. **Creating a Hairbrush Motif**:
- Take a Monster High hairbrush and cut off the handle and any excess parts on the back. Paint the remaining part silver using nail polish or acrylic paint to mimic Abby’s iconic style.
2. **Adding Color**:
- To give it a pop of color, add a small bow in shades like mauve (a pinkish-purple tone) that complements Abby’s doll’s hair color.
3. **Making Ear Muffs**:
- Cut two small white pom poms and attach them to the sides of the brush using a pipe cleaner. These will serve as playful “ear muffs,” adding character to your bed design.
4. **Attaching the Skull**:
- Finally, glue the decorated hairbrush (with ear muffs) to the top of the headboard to resemble a small skull or decorative piece. This adds a unique and Abby-inspired touch!
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## Step 5: Bonus Projects—Pillow and Nightstand
If you want to take your craft project to the next level, here are two bonus projects:
1. **Making a Pillow**:
- Cut a small piece of fabric and sew it on two sides. Leave the third side open for stuffing with cotton. Once stuffed, close it up and fluff it to resemble a cozy pillow for Abby’s bed.
2. **Creating a Nightstand**:
- Use another small piece of styrofoam and cut notches in it to mimic the igloo shape. Attach a cardstock base to one side and decorate it with ribbon to match the bed’s design. This will serve as a cute nightstand for Abby’s room.
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## Final Touches
Once all components are assembled, your Monster High Abby bed is complete! You’ll notice that the larger ribbon used for the bed also matches the nightstand, tying everything together seamlessly.
We hope you enjoyed this fun and creative project! If you give it a try, be sure to share your masterpiece with us on social media or in the comments below. Until next time, happy crafting!
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This concludes our step-by-step guide for creating Monster High Abby’s bed. We hope you had as much fun making it as we did!