25 DIY Hideouts: Forts, Tents, Teepees and Playhouses

Quilting Hoop Fort

A perfect reading nook for kids to curl up in.
Get the tutorial at Sew Liberated.

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Moroccan Fort

We thought a fun way to bring back a bit of magic this Valentine’s Day would be to build a (slightly more) sophisticated fort for your loved one. Can you imagine the delight of coming home to find that your amour had constructed an enchanting tent for the two of you to eat, drink, play and tell stories for the night?

Get the tutorial at Design Sponge.

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Fort Kit

Give a fort in a bag as a birthday gift.
Get the tutorial at Megan + Andy.

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Table Fort

Cover a table with this homemade fort and let the pretending begin.
Get the tutorial at 101 Woonideeen.

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The A-Frame Tent

With this fun little hideaway, reate a special space for them to escape that is all your own.
Get the tutorial at Cakies.

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The Teepee

This little teepee is definitely worth the effort since it will probably get a good amount of use.
Get the tutorial at Smile and Wave.

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Bunk Bed Fort

Take a bunk bed to the next level. Here you have a huge, blank space inside where your kids can help you decorate.
Get the tutorial at Lemon Squeezy Home.

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Felt Playhouse

This charming playhouse even has a little felt garden.
Get the tutorial at Homemade by Jill.

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Hula Hoop Hideaway

The hula hoop tent is quick and easy to set up and can be taken indoors or outdoors.
Get the tutorial at Obsessively Stitching.

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Gnome Home

Hula hoops come into action again with this gnome home.
Get the tutorial at Apartment Therapy.

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Hallway House

Build a pop up home in your hallways with tension rods.
Get the tutorial at ikat bag.

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Beehive Hut

Build your own beehive inspired backyard playhouse with these instructions from Thoughtbarn.

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Under $10 Playhouse

Keep expenses low with a pallet playhouse. Get the tutorial at Playing House Full Time.

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Upcycle Home

Use an old playhouse frame as the base for a new home.
Find out more at ikat bag.

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Wooden Playhouse

If you are feeling extra handy with tools, check out the steps for making this wooden playhouse.
Get the tutorial at Ana White.

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Little Girl's Dream Teepee

Embellish your teepee by adding colorful ruffles.
Get the tutorial at Sewing In No Mans Land.

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A Fort for Years to Come

Spend a day or two building this sturdy fort, complete with kid-size hatch, peephole and flag.
Get the tutorial at This Old House.

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Tea Towel Fort

Keep costs low by making a fort out of tea towels, twine and clothes pins.
Find out more at This Homemade Life.

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5-Minute No-Sew Fort

A bunk bed fort that can be ready to use in no time.
Get the tutorial at Come Together Kids.

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Fort Kit on a Budget

Surprise your kids with their very own fort kits.
Find out more at Saltwater Kids.

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The Pup Tent

An ideal space for filling the evening with good stories and shadow puppet shows.
Find out more at Ready Made.

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Circus Tent

Use an old card table as the frame of this fun circus tent.
Get the tutorial at Old Days.

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Willow Hideaway

I love that this hideout blends into the surroundings.
Get the tutorial at Kleas.

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Outdoor Storybook Teepee

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Bamboo Teepee

Use bamboo garden posts to keep this no-sew teepee propped up.
Get the tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew.

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