Turn Paper Into a Pretty Mini Bed: A Simple Dollhouse DIY

Looking to add a sweet and cozy touch to your dollhouse or miniature room scene? This charming DIY project is the perfect weekend craft—and the best part? It uses simple, inexpensive supplies you probably already have on hand. From rolled cardstock posts to delicate bedding made from scrap fabric, this miniature bed is as budget-friendly as it is beautiful.

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make a sturdy, stylish dollhouse bed frame using materials like cardstock, copy paper, and Q-tips. We'll also show you how to create soft, layered bedding and decorative pillows that give your tiny bedroom a finished, homey feel. Whether you're just getting started in miniatures or you're a seasoned collector, this project will inspire you to dive in and get creative!

🧰 Supplies You’ll Need:

* Cardstock (for frame and posts)

* Copy paper (for layering and slats)

* Q-tips (for bedpost finials)

* Hot glue or tacky glue

* Ruler and pencil

* Scissors or craft knife

* Scrap fabric or quilting remnants

* Pillow stuffing or cotton balls

✂️✏️Measurements and Cutting Guide:

**Bed Frame:**

* Headboard posts: 2 5/8" x 11" strips (rolled into tubes)

* Footboard posts: 2 1/4" x 11" strips (rolled into tubes)

  – *Aim for a post diameter of about 5/16"*

* Headboard piece: 3 1/4" x 3/8"

* Footboard piece: 3 1/4" x 3/8"

* Side rails: 4 7/8" x 3/8"

* Slats: 3 1/2" x 1/2" (cut multiple to support the mattress)

**Mattress Base:**

* Mattress: 3 3/8" x 4 7/8"

🛏️ Bedding Tips:

To give your miniature bed that lived-in, cozy feel:

* Use layered fabric for the bedding—a base sheet, a quilt, and a few small pillows.

* For the quilt, piece together strips of patterned fabric or use tiny leftover quilting blocks.

* Use lace or ribbon trim for decorative edges.

* Pillow stuffing can be as simple as cotton balls fluffed and wrapped in fabric.

💡Final Touches:

* Add painted Q-tip ends or small beads to the tops of the bedposts.

* Use a light wash of acrylic paint to antique the frame or coordinate with your room's color scheme.

* Consider gluing the mattress and bedding in place if it’s for a permanent display.

This adorable dollhouse bed proves that you don’t need expensive kits or fancy tools to create something truly delightful. With just a bit of paper, fabric, and imagination, you can bring a cozy little bedroom scene to life.

🧵 Happy mini-making!

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