Table Cloth Fort and Tea Party
Baking with Kids
Let the Tea Party Commence
How do I get a table cloth playhouse??
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The pattern is out of print. I am working on getting together a pattern to be purchased through Meaningful Mama. I am also working on a way to be able to get these custom made for your children. Details to come. If you are looking for something immediate, Amazon does sell these Pacific Play Tents Cottage House Tent and a card table version – Table Fables Fabric Play House (Pink Play House)
Does this all seem too involved?
Here’s a picture of just the house:
Another Fort Option
My kids love forts. Any place that can become their own little space is a win. We recently were able to get the kids their own teepee, and I will tell you why I love it.
Teepee Joy has both pre-designed and custom made options. Their fabrics are not only sturdy but have a chic designs that come with patterns or solids in a variety of colors to match any decor. There are cute details, like tie door flaps, windows and roll down or tie up window shades. A padded mat adds comfort to the ground, and you can choose from a variety of pillow options. The quality of these teepees is top notch, and they are easy to put together. My kids can easily move the teepee to different areas of the house or outside for more play. These are handmade in the USA.
My kids are going bonkers for theirs. It’s not only a cozy place to rest or read books, but it provides opportunities for hours of creative, imaginative play.
I love parties! And this one looks sooo fun! Well done on turning a rotten banana into a great day in! found you via a linky, am trying to join your site, but my computer keeps kicking me out of it. would love you to visit my site too if you get time! http://partycraftsecrets.blogspot.com/
Technically that’s a ripe banana. Not rotten. It’s the best time to eat them because it’s packed with more nutrition than a ‘perfect’ yellow banana and it’s sweeter! Just stick in the freezer when they get to this point if you don’t plan on using it right away 🙂
You are absolutely right. Thanks so much for the freezer tip. I stick them in the freezer for smoothies, but it is great to do for banana bread to until I have another one that is perfectly RIPE. 🙂 Thanks!
Oh this is SOOO great! This is so something I’m going to have to try with my kiddos. I’m visiting you from Skip to My Lou. I’d love to invite you to link up with us for Fun Stuff Fridays. http://www.toysinthedryer.com/2012/01/fun-stuff-fridays-7.html
My husband and I are starting over with three young ones… the ideas I’ve found are really going to make this time raising kids even more fun!
TFS
I LOVE that table cloth playhouse!!!! I want one for my little ones!!! 😀
Wow whoever made that is very talented! They should market them and sell them! I know I would buy one! So much better than half the toys and playhouses for sell.
I love this too, and would also buy if she marketed them…
I know. I think it would be great if she marketed them. She really has no interest. I think someone should do it though. Maybe you?
HI JODI; I WAS LOOKING AT THIS WONDERFUL IDEA. I WENT ON McCALL’S SITE TO SEE ABOUT THE PATTERN #M6369 … IT IS OUT OF PRINT, THEY EVEN HAD ONE FOR THE BOYS!! A CASTLE. I E-MAILED THEM TO SEE IF THEY COULD BRING IT BACK, (JUST TODAY, SAT. 10/4/14) AND I HOPE TO GET AN ANSWER SOON. IT WOULD BE A GREAT GIFT PROJECT IF THEY WOULD.
Let me know what you hear from them. It would be great information for my readers because there has been so much interest. Thanks for looking into this.
Agreed! I would love one of these. If you find a source let us know. Luckily, I have a very handy mother who could probably whip one up without a pattern :).
It sounds like some people have found etsy options and ebay patterns. Check back in the comments for the sources. Here’s one: https://www.etsy.com/listing/58190024/play-house-tablecloth
Please let me know what you come up with…would love to make one for the grand kids.
McCalls just contacted me, and I added a link to their pattern. I hope that’s helpful – http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6369-products-14424.php?page_id=505
I love this idea Jodi. I was looking at the playhouse and was wondering how to make my own. then the idea hit me: what if I took a fitted bottom sheet that doesn’t have a flat and stitched other funner sheets to it? that way it could be personal and always fit the corners of the table. Opening doesn’t have to be zipper it could be hook n loop or pretty rubberbands and fancy buttons. what do you think?
I think it sounds like a fabulous idea. As long as the sheet is big enough to go over the table to the floor, I say go for it. It would be a lot less expensive to make (grab sheets from a second hand store), and it’s a super creative solution.
but they do sell them as an out of print pattern for $18.95….. you can order the pattern
I just tried to add it to the shopping cart. Once I go to check out it doesn’t work. It’s what McCalls sent me as a link. I’m bummed it is out of print. Here’s a link to some similar ones on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/search?q=table%20fort%20pattern. It’s not quite the same, but I hope it works. Do you think it would be hard to create a pattern?
I used the link that Jodi posted but it will not let me put the pattern in my cart because its out of print. What was the info that was received from McCalls? Would love to be able to purchase this pattern!
It is the link McCalls just sent me. It so weird that they’d send me a link to something that was out of print. I’m so sorry to send you on a wild goose chase. I looked on easy and founds some patterns: https://www.etsy.com/search?q=table%20fort%20pattern. It’s not quite the same, but I hope it works. Do you think it would be hard to create a pattern?
If you hear back on the patterns … please let me know ! It is adorable and looks fairly easy to make up. Thanks in advance. Sharon
I’m working on it. I’ll definitely get back to you!
let me know if it ever gets in print, a gal wants one for her day care
Man – I have been trying to figure out how to get a pattern for people with no luck. I will keep you in the loop if I figure it out.
Okay, so I get it that Grandma does not want to mass produce the tent… she would rather spend her free time with the kiddos….. but maybe Grandma could be talked into just selling the pattern and instructions for a dinning room table size tent, instead of the card table size patterns that are floating around……. I would certainly buy the pattern from her …
I want to hire someone that knows how to create a pattern and sell it. She actuality used the card table pattern from McCalls and then adapted it to the size of our table. I know nothing about patterns. Would that be hard to do?
Love the tablecloth playhouse. I WANT ONE!
I agree with Charlotte, these should be marketed. I would buy one for my grandchildren
I second that! I would absolutely buy one! So adorable & so clever!!
Grandma needs to go into business and then head for the Shark Tank ~ this is awesome!
Totally agree, Grandma could make a killing. Please have her include round and oval sizes, too!
McCall’s pattern M6369, in case anyone want the pattern. I stumbled across a picture from your blog via Pinterest and I thought, “Hey! That looks strangely familiar! I’m in the process of making that RIGHT NOW for my daughter for Christmas!” I really like the extended version to fit the dining room table ~ just wish ours wasn’t an oval pedestal table!
Just ordered it from Amazon! Thanks for posting!
Just ordered from Amazon. Thanks for your post.
I 3rd the motion to ask grandma to go into business. I would buy one in a heartbeat!
Me too! Send me Grandma’s info and I’ll commission her to make two. (One for my girls and one for my nieces.) Pretty please?!?
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
Yes please! Come on Grandma let’s make these… you can have extra spending money for the holidays.. and I’ll have some happy happy kiddos!
My kids would LOOOOOVE that tablecloth playhouse!!! I wish I could make one myself but I have no IDEA what I’m doing in the sewing department!! I wish I could buy one too!!!
I love everyone’s comments, and I’ve passed it on to Grandma. She isn’t gonna bite on making a business, but as Ken’s Happy Wife pointed out, the pattern is McCall’s pattern M6369. Thanks for the interest.
Thanks for posting the pattern. Need to make one for my granddaughter
This might be for Christmas next year!
Bellísimo! mucha creatividad , mucho gusto, la verdad , hermoso , un gusto ver esto.
Felicitaciones
Gracias!
I love this! I have a two year old granddaughter and would love this for her. I don’t sew but my mom does – she is getting this in an email as a hint!!!
If she makes it, you’ll have to take a picture of her version. I believe the pattern is: McCall’s pattern M6369. Thanks for commenting.
Where do I buy?
I’m working on trying to get these made for people. I’ll be in touch.
They’re out there. Not as cute as this one, but here’s one site that has them.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/58190024/play-house-tablecloth
Love “norts”, as my oldest used to call them, and tea parties! 🙂
Thanks so much. It’s so helpful to have this link! I have such a hard time correcting my children’s funny little words and phrases. I love that.
This is the cutest! I just wanted to say that even though the pattern is out of print I discovered quite a few listings on ebay for anyone who is interested 🙂 I am tempted, I wish I knew how to sew! 🙂
Thank you for letting my readers know about the options on ebay. That’s super helpful!
Etsy.com has all kinds of table playhouses for sale, plus patterns: https://www.etsy.com/search?q=card%20table%20playhouse&ref=auto1
You can even ask a shop owner to make you a custom one.
That’s helpful information. Thanks so much!
LOVE THIS!!!! THANKS!
Thanks! I am so glad you like it. You look like you might have the skills to pull it off!
http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6369-products-14424.php?page_id=505 here is the pattern number and it also gives the info on how much Fabric for a card table size…Have fun…
Yay! I’ve linked back to it. There has been so much interest. This is so helpful!
I just emailed McCalls. I really want the pattern too! Badly! Id love to buy if your mother will make one for me 🙂
McCalls just contacted me, and I added a link to their pattern. I hope that’s helpful – http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6369-products-14424.php?page_id=505
Brillant Idea! I totally love it.
Isn’t it fun. I have so many people interested. I wish I made them. I’d be making a killing.
Wow, what a cute idea for a fort! My kids are in their 20’s so I don’t think I’ll be making them for them…but I would LOVE some extra Christmas $. What would you pay for one of these cool table Fort?
There’s a couple links in the comments for Etsy shops. Here’s another one I found where the person is charging $100. Looks like people are charging anywhere from $78 to $140. Just search for table cloth play house in Etsy to check it out.
Good morning!
I have not made one of these, and I am not minimizing the work involved by any means, but I do think, even without a pattern I could do this. Please visit my shop @ https://www.etsy.com/shop/Slave2MyNeedles and check out the quality of my work. Also, my FB business page @ https://www.facebook.com/SlaveToMyNeedle.
Right now, I have just finished and packaged for shipping the last halloween costume and am starting to work on gingerbread costumes for a california dance company’s nutcracker recital (a repeat customer from last year).
If anyone is interested in discussing ordering one of these, please feel free to contact me either through Etsy convo, or my FB page or @ slavetomyneedles@comcast.net
I think this would be a fun job and look forward to hearing from you. Thanks.
I’m going to be making a table tent for a friend’s grandchildren. Because there are two children, we decided to use two card tables instead of just one. This will also allow the children to leave the tables up and not have to take down for meals. Looking forward to getting started.
That is such a great idea. Thank you so much for sharing this. I bet a lot of people will benefit from the thought of putting two card tables together. Have fun with it!
I would also buy the pattern. I don’t understand when ladies don’t want to share things among other moms.
So, umm I really need to make this. I’d go down in history as the best mom ever
You would. I’m trying to get a pattern made. I’ll keep you in touch if I do.
I would love to see the directions for custom making the little dollhouse fort! Is there some way to be on a waiting list? What an adorable idea! Just found your site and I’m really enjoying it! Hope to see lots more like this! Shannon
I have been trying to get a digital pattern in the works. I’ll keep you in the loop. I’m so glad you are enjoying my site, and I’m so glad you are here!
Hello~
Is there directions for this Fort?
Thanks!
I’m working on trying to get a pattern made. I’ll keep you in the loop.
I would love to know whether you have made a pattern for this dining room table/house yet. If so, I would like to buy a copy ! 🙂
Joy
djsnjones@mindspring.com
I have not. I was looking into finding someone to make it, but I haven’t found anyone yet. I’ll keep your email address and contact you if I figure it out. Thanks for the interest.
thanks for the great inspration tip:) We already made one 🙂
Fabulous! I hope your kids have a lot of fun with it!
I made this for my granddaughter’s sixth birthday. I bought the McCall Pattern off ebay for $20. The material and accents costs about $125. It took me about 30 hours to make it. The pattern is actually for a card table so I had to adjust it to fit their dining table. She absolutely loves it and it has been especially useful on their recent “snow days.” I also purchased a small plastic tote to store it in. I can send you a picture if you like. I would consider making as special order but it would be expensive because of tgeh time involved.
Hello. I am so happy you figured out how to make this. I’d love to see a picture. You can send it to my email: jodi@meaningfulmama.com. Can’t wait to see it.
I was so exciting to see your Little Girl Play House. I noticed that you indicated the Pattern was no longer available…I made one of these FORTS when he was 2. He would eat lunch, take a nap, or want to sleep in it overnight….My “BABY” is now 40! I doubt that I had a Pattern…….I’ve been sewing since I was 5….Altho most of my time is spent making something NEW again…But in the food line. I am a Chef and LOVE this profession….I doubt I will ever really be able to retire………..! I know that I have Photos of his Fort, but you may just have to trust me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I would think it wouldn’t be too challenging to re-create for the good seamstresses out there. I imagine you would just sew together a box like pattern to the dimension of the table…basically a rectangle the size of the top with the added allowance for seams and sewing together. Then, sew on the four sides to the right length with the allowance. A variety of decorations for the exterior would be possible. So fun to hear your stories. 🙂
Can you email me if you manage to get a pattern. Thank you.
I will. I haven’t been able to get one yet. 🙁