Every little dolly, elf, or fairy should have a comfy wooden
chair! Here’s a quick and easy way to make your own decorative miniature chair
out of twigs.
Step 1: Soak several small twigs in a pan of water for 2-3
days until they are pliable enough to bend. Select a pliable twig for the chair
back. Gently bend it into a U shape; secure with a rubber band and dry
completely.
Step 2: Use shrub shears to clip off eight 1.5 inch lengths
of twig: two front legs, four for the base of the chair, and two to support the
leg bottoms. Secure these in the shape of the chair using hot glue.
Step 3: Use embroidery floss or wire to wrap the joints of
the chair, and to create a simple base for the chair pad.
Step 4: Connect two pipe cleaners by twisting to make one
long piece. Wrap the pipe cleaner in a scrap fabric strip, or several fabric
strips. Use a dab of hot glue to close the ends.
Step 5: Wrap the fabric-covered pipe cleaner into a swirl
shape, using tiny amounts of hot glue to secure the spiral as you go.
Step 6: Attach the seat pad to the chair using hot glue. Add
your own dollies, elves, fairies, or other little friends for a comfy scene of
relaxation!
Note: While children can certainly hold and
manipulate this small chair, it is more of a decoration than a toy. Take care
with the small parts, and keep an eye on its structural integrity if small
hands are using it.
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