How to Make a Kid's Hobbit Reading Corner
Hobbits -- a race of small, peaceful people from J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" -- have a style all their own. They love comfort and clutter, the homey feel of a warm fire and the ease of having everything they need nearby. To create a hobbit-style reading corner for your child, craft a space with a lived-in look and an old-fashioned, rustic aesthetic. Above all, design a cozy nook where your child will feel relaxed and at home. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Blankets
- Small wooden table
- Books and papers
- Armchair or rocking chair
- Pillows
- Sconce with candle
- Vintage lamp
- Antique-looking items
Instructions
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Establish the reading corner near a fireplace, if possible. It can provide the warmth and comfort hobbits love. And on warm days that don't call for a fire, an empty fireplace contributes to the aesthetic. If a fireplace is not feasible, stack fluffy blankets on the floor or on a shelf in the corner, so your child can wrap herself up on chilly evenings.
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Put a small table in the corner. Hobbit furniture is made of unpainted wood or wrought iron, decorated with round items. So a round, rustic table suits the style. Stack books and papers on the table in a disorderly fashion, but leave enough space for your child to set a cup of tea and plate of snacks.
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Place a large armchair or rocking chair beside the table. Put blankets and overstuffed pillows on or beside the chair, so your child can create a warm reading nest each time she sits in the hobbit corner.
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Install a sconce light in the wall with a real or artificial candle to illuminate the space. If the candle does not provide enough light for your child to read comfortably, add a vintage-style lamp on the table.
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Add decorative clutter to the corner. For example, pictures in round frames, antique-looking clocks, broomsticks and maps can contribute to the hobbit style.
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Tips & Warnings
To really capture the feel of a hobbit-hole, allow your child to leave the books, blankets and papers in disorder when she leaves the reading corner.
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