How to build a fort

Step 4 Connect sheets together

This step is very important because it ties many very smaller forts into one big fort.  When using multiple sheets (which is encouraged)  you can use clothespins to attach two or more sheets together.  Not only will this close any gaps in the ceiling of your fort but it also helps to control the height of your fort.  By using clothes pins you can control how much excess blanket is allowed to fall down.  This is really up to the builder of the fort since some children prefer lower forts so no adults can use the fort.

Tip:  It is also helpful at this stage to have an adult help because some of these gaps are hard to reach for children.  If an adult can't help you may be able to close the gaps in the ceiling from inside the fort if needed.